Like I said, you can hide parts of the model which allows for LDD to run much faster because it no longer needs to render so many polygons.

The problem of a second turn (a full one at least) is the total amount of parts that the final creation would count.

The present rules are made to size the RCB to about 5000 parts, a number of parts that LDD could manage if your computer is enough powerful. A full second turn will bring the count to about ten thousand parts, a number that could be very difficult to manage.

Didn't know about this!

It seems as if the base model is a little bit over-sized! Would be difficult to transfer the current models in this display to a smaller base model, I guess...

I don't think that it would be necessary to run a full second turn... maybe we get the problem solved by adding just a few more turns... we still have some guys as spares, don't we?

Or what about resizing the current model... what about integrate another street between the sheriffs office and the store building, because I think this is the main problem in the current working process to get this part filled with bricks!

Like I said, you can hide parts of the model which allows for LDD to run much faster because it no longer needs to render so many polygons.

The hide function could help, but it is not a final solution.

The function as it is implemented in LDD is a bit uncomfortable (it is impossible to selectively hide/unhide blocks, or explore the hidden parts in the model), and it is not helpful at all if the large amount of bricks crashes LDD opening the model.

Probably the best solution to apply if the need of a second turn arises would be to split the model in two parts, for example left and right side of the central street.

Edited November 22, 201410 yr by Calabar

I'd give this a second turn!

3 builders left and alot to do yet. More, than I think they can do with the 300 piece max in place.

My computer should handle it. I have a model on here with 4000+ pieces in it, so I think I'll be OK!

Jamie

I'd give this a second turn!

3 builders left and alot to do yet. More, than I think they can do with the 300 piece max in place.

My computer should handle it. I have a model on here with 4000+ pieces in it, so I think I'll be OK!

Jamie

1 builder left.

I've had my turn but i think Dave is on vacation

^ Yeah, me too. Had no response to my PMs.

Is it my turn already? I got no PMs?

Is it my turn already? I got no PMs?

This is the model after at turn 15...

http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/BasOne/LDD/RCB/eb-rcb5-turn15.lxf

You could continue, but without Dave i dunno if it's official....

I know my computer can handle larger model. I did help someone with a massive 17 feet long star destroyer for POV rendering. This tiny project is ez.

load this up no issues at all on my pc. look good at turn 15

Maybe give all 16 builders another full turn, but, limit the pieces this time to 100 or 200. 1600 pieces should be able to finish this model and flesh out the details. But, there is a big open space between the store and the jail, maybe a train station should go there. 200 should be able to finish the train station too.

Jamie

Edited November 29, 201410 yr by jamie75

I'm not sure this will help with what you're talking about, but baseplates in any model really slows LDD down, and makes it harder to place items too (IMHO). I usually hide them while building stuff.

PS: Just looked at the build now after Otakus turn. Looks great! For what it's worth, I straightened the model (couldn't help myself )

eb-rcb5-turn15_straightened.lxf

Do you guys like my sign for the saloon?! I'm very happy with it

Do you guys like my sign for the saloon?! I'm very happy with it

I DO! Awesome idea with the sloped plates and tiles.

Do you guys like my sign for the saloon?! I'm very happy with it

I had a look at the current model yesterday! And your Sign for the saloon is definitely an eye catcher! Congrats! I love it - I love the entire model!

So sorry about the délaya guys; RL kicked my megablocks last week! I'trya and get the model uploaded today.

Sooooooo sorry

I uploaded the models to the first post and sent it to the last builder.

I see that it's impossible to complete the model in 300 bricks so I will keep sending the model to the builders in order in which they appear under the 'spare' list until the model is finished. I'm thinking 5 turns or so should do the trick.

Want me to split the model at the end for those with poorer machines?

Yes!

How about we make 3 models; one whole, one left and one right.

Put the cart (if possible) on the right side.

Glad you're alright Dave, I was getting worried!

I hope the magic doesn't get lost by splitting the model too much. I might advocate splitting into 2 instead of 3, so at least a bit more can be seen at once?

Edit: I am dumb, I didn't interpret your suggestion fully. Only question is, how will we update the complete model? Is that a LDD feature?

Edited December 1, 201410 yr by helloearthling

Before I start building does anyone have any requests, ideas, etc...?

I'll reassemble the model after each turn

Yo guys!

I decided to fill in the bank, added the BANK text, a window and a vault.

I grouped the vault, so if anyone doesnt like its position it can be moved easily.

I also split the model as you can see here.

Here is the complete file:

www.brickshelf.com/gallery/zblj/RCB5/eb-rcb5-turn15.lxf

Or a longitudonaly split section A

www.brickshelf.com/gallery/zblj/RCB5/eb-rcb5-turn15-a.lxf

And B section:

www.brickshelf.com/gallery/zblj/RCB5/eb-rcb5-turn15-b.lxf

Edited December 2, 201410 yr by Zblj

Slick! Thanks I'll update post one today or tomorrow and send the model to the next reserve in a few minutes

Done and responded

http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/Lego-0taku/ldd/eb-rcb5-turn16.lxf if you don't want to wait. I worked on the bank wall and added water tower to load up the train's boiler. If there's issues with 2 men taking bath in the tower (with pants on obviously), I can take those out and add a few more pieces to the bank wall.