Emma Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Book II Challenge III Category A Dwarves' Quest: Ancestors and Heroes Joining the Dwarves Disheartened by the Avalonians’ lack of response to the drow threat, Nimueh and Dark make their way north. Soon after crossing the border into Mitgardia, they came across a dwarven clan in the throes of battle preparation. Dwarf Chieftain: We march to war to put an end to the drow scum once and for all. Borders do not concern us. Nimueh: Nor should they. The drow are spreading quickly throughout Historica and need to be stopped. All Guilds should be joining the fight against the Spire and its minions. If you will have me, sir, I would join your war party and give what help I can. Dwarf Chieftain: Hmm… As they say, the enemy of my enemy is my friend. We will have what help is offered, you may join us. The march begins on the morrow; but right now we pay our respects. Here, beneath the Great Falls, lie our clan’s greatest heroes - the valiant fighters from battles past, we hope to do them proud in the days to come. The back of the build (where this particular clan buries their fallen heroes): The front: This was a fun one to do - I had planned on doing the water at the top of the falls, and at the back, using a cheese slope mosaic (like I did at the bottom of the falls in the front), but I very quickly ran out and had to switch to using plates instead. It's amazing how fast certain pieces can be used up, lol. Anyways, thanks for having a look . Comments/critiques are always appreciated. Quote
Captain Braunsfeld Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 This is a very good creation. I like it very much. The cave entrance from the rear side looks fantastic. The waterfall mixed with snow and ice is great. The right dwarf statue is grim, the other one funny? Very well done! Quote
kabel Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Very nice little vig! I really like how the statues only become appearant at a second look being so frozen in! Quote
Bregir Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 This is a brilliant vig! A lot of details on both sides, without the Moc becoming overly busy. I've got to say, this is my favourite Cat. A so far! Well done, Emma Quote
Gideon Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Wow! One of the best semi-frozen waterfalls I've seen in lego Excellent use of the different transparent blues together with the snow and bleys. I also like the carved faces a lot. Quote
ArchitectureFan Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 I like your dwarf statues. They could be a bit more prominent. Quote
Gunman Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Great moc Emma. The different colors of water and the snowscape look and blend great! Quote
Jorrith Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Excellent photography, and i like the double sides of the build! Quote
de Gothia Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 I love that the statues are carved into the rockside! Quote
soccerkid6 Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Brilliant statues Impressive waterfall as well, the different shades of blue work really well together I always enjoy seeing your builds, you have a very unique style Quote
MassEditor Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Beautiful build as always Emma, glad to see another entry from Nocturnus too! The rockwork and waterfall are executed wonderfully. The way the dwarven faces were sculpted into the rock is brilliant. Truly a gorgeous build, and my favorite entry in this category so far! Quote
Yzalirk Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Very nice build and I like the dialogue! The waterfall and details in the rock are nice too. Quote
Jakorin Swiftsword Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Pure awesome! And so original. Great work! Quote
LordDan Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 (edited) Wow! That waterfall is great! I love the cheese slope mosaic to show the water partially frozen over. The statues also look great! Edited January 11, 2015 by LordDan Quote
mrcp6d Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Incredible! Some of the best icy waterfall LEGO I've ever seen. Quote
TheUtilityBelt Posted January 12, 2015 Posted January 12, 2015 The snow and water blend so nicely together! Nice build and I hope to see some more from you soon. Quote
Garmadon Posted January 12, 2015 Posted January 12, 2015 Excellent waterfall and rock-work, Emma, the statues fit in very well - I had to look twice to even see them, but after that it was hard to tell how I had missed them! The statue on the right would be my favorite, great use of the dk gray 1x1s and light grey spikes! Quote
Slegengr Posted January 12, 2015 Posted January 12, 2015 Excellent build, Emma! I also love the cold waterfall and the carved faces! Completing the back side is an excellent idea to make the MOC more realistic and give an even better presentation! Quote
Lord Vladivus Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 Amazing waterfall! Great stuff- I knew you wouldn't disappoint! Quote
SarahJoy Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 So cool! The figures carved into the rock around the waterfall are awesome, as is the waterfall itself. The crypt is beautifully done as well, and a nice contrast to the ruggedness of the exterior. Quote
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