Siegfried

I look forward to seeing this... but please note that people often don't know what to say in early WIP topics so please don't just keep bumping your topic. Edit the last post if you want to add more content.

Those images are way to big. Please read the guidelines.

Whoa! That's waaay to many small topics in a short time so I've merged most of them. I must admit that considering what you say in your About me page I have some concerns about your joining motivations.... Please prove me wrong.

Yep. It's time to de-pin this too!

Yes. Hidden wheels for that kind of MOC are allowed too. Yeah. I'd like to see that!

Please improve your posting standards.

Yeah, I almost ignored this because I thought it was just a bumped topic.

Yes. I broke my Death Star last year. Too much pieces to just let gather dust.

One member who will be banned.

I could be taking your comments too seriously, but please don't take fun MOCs so seriously, it takes the fun out of them... Seriously. Not fun.

Yes, 100% correct. I'd love to see that amphibious craft... No, that would break the "LEGO and only LEGO" rule.

Yep. That's one of the many reasons why I gave up on doing indexes the old fashioned way.

Thanks guys. To be honest, I know very little about LDD. I work on a computer all day, and I do a lot of work here, so using a computer for LEGO building isn't too appealing...

For more details on the EB stance on bumping really old topics, please read this. As a FYI, this is a case where it really shouldn't have been. BTW Paul, if you want to merge these two accounts just PM me...

If you think it'll help but this contest is more about function than presentation. Well we do have a LDD forum (that has had more contests than this forum), and many contests do allow LDD. For example the Christmas raffle did. But in this case I want to be as sure as possible that the MOC is build-able, structurally sound and actually works. With LDD you can build without regard to balance, motor power, part strength... Also, while I do often hear the argument that not allowing LDD is not fair to those that don't have a big or available collection, the simple fact is that the reverse is also true; it then becomes unfair to the people building with physical bricks as they can't, for example, build using rarer parts or colours as easily. Furthermore, I don't think you have to build big to win. A MOCs like this highlight that in the hands of a smart builder a small number of parts can provide an impressive and functional model. But, I'll see if we can have more LDD contests in the future... and I'll try in future to be more accepting of LDD. I have no problem with adding a LDD category to this contest though, but it'd be with a virtual prize; we've blown our budget on this one already!

To save me answering the same questions over and over via PM I've tweaked the first post.

Probably. If possible please give a more detailed explanation of what you have in mind. Mindstorms yes, LDD, no. It's too easy in LDD to build unbuildable models. Yes. I'll amend the rules. Yes x 6. But please note that any wheeled MOCs stand a good chance of being penalised. OK, now I'm confused. So you're talking about other entries, not your own? It comes down to this; if I have a doubt I'll ask for better photos. But it's also a matter of honesty.

You can't tell? Yes!

It's time for Eurobricks biggest ever Technic contest, To sail the Technic sea! Up for grabs is a Unimog! For more details go to the competition topic.

Yep, the font is B5 and the planet I made... The rank tag will probably be tweaked a bit though, mainly to make CallMePieOrDie happier.

Yes. Model Team MOCs are allowed... as are Bionicle. Function over form should be the goal though. Yes, that's OK. I've changed the rules.

Just as a FYI I'll make the final picks in a few weeks, but I'd love to have Blakbird in the panel. 20 would probably be the most I'd need though. Thanks very much to all the volunteers!

Contest Index Welcome to Eurobricks biggest ever Technic contest, To sail the Technic sea! In summary, the challenge is for you to build a Technic MOC that is water related. One option, is to build something silly like the above image, but why do something that lame? Possible options include; Sailing ship Submarine Oil rig Hydrofoil Fish Floating crane Sea plane Splash Mountain log ride Snowmobile Water taxi Tribubble bongo These are all serious options... but the more inventive and surprising the better. Most of all, this is a Technic contest so function, while not 100% required, will be rewarded. To ensure that this is the case I'm assembling a crack team of Technic Meisters. They will be directed to pick the top 50% of entries that they feel fit the Technic name and the water theme. (I don't think my MOC would meet the standard. ) OK, details time; The Rules The contest is open to all EB Members. Entries must be posted by midnight GMT, April 2nd, 2012. Winner will be selected by 50% panel, 50% public poll. I will be the tie breaker if one is needed. One entry per member. Entries should be new (never posted anywhere previously) and water related. If you have any doubts about the suitability of your entry contact me. All entries are to include only real LEGO. No clone brands, 3rd party parts, or digital entries allowed. Rubberbands are allowed exceptions. Decals will be allowed if you've made them yourself, but no cutting, sculpting or modifying parts. Entries are to be placed in their own entry topic in the Technic, Mindstorms & Model Team forum. The title of the topic should begin with "TSATS: " (or "TSTTS" ) and then give the name of the entry. The entry post (first post in your entry topic) may be edited at any time up to the end of the contest, so feel free to make improvements if you wish. If you post it as a WIP first making a new topic later is advised. Entries are to consist of no more than 8 posted pictures of 800x600 or smaller resolution but may also include a link to a folder of additional images of any size. You can have a video instead of a photo if you want. No photoshopped backgrounds or packaging, but you are allowed to edit the background to remove distractions. We reserve the right to disqualify any entry that does not follow these rules. These rules can be changed whenever we see fit to ensure that people follow the intent of the contest. The Prizes 1st prize: Unimog purchased by EB from LEGO Shop@Home. 2nd prize: Backhoe purchased by EB from LEGO Shop@Home. 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th prize: Misc Unimog parts, provided by CopMike. Hub piece (4610378) = x4 Portal Axle housing (4610377) = x4 94.3 x 38R tires (4610381) = x4 C-shaped pivot frame (4610379) = x2 Cup to fit on above pivot (4610380) = x2 x2 x2 Picture for reference only. Prizes and world wide shipping are sponsored by Eurobricks. Important prize remarks: Your sets will be shipped to you directly from LEGO Shop@Home, so make sure Shop@Home ships to your country! If not, then you can still enter and we do our best to find a solution. For example we would be prepared to buy one Technic set of equal or lesser value (including shipping) from Bricklink. If you are one of the contest winners you'll get a PM after the contest is over to work out the details. If anyone has any questions please feel free to ask away, otherwise get building! Remember, the more successful this contest is the more likely we'll do it again!

I made those... In my defence I'm the only admin who's been running two forums without help. Am I forgiven?

Yes, it's not a joke. After years of neglecting this place, I'm going to keep doing the same. But now I can neglect it in company as we have two new people with this new rank... Please welcome Macoco and SI-mocs!