[MOC] The Dragon's Hoard

[JanetVanD]

The classic European dragon dates back countless centuries, possibly arising from Germanic origins. In its earliest renditions, it is depicted as having four great legs and wings at shoulder position. Traditionally, the European dragon has a strong penchant for golden treasure, the more the better, and is often seen slumbering atop a massive hoard, gathered in the depths of a stronghold.Many a brave knight has lost their life trying to vanquish such a beast. How then, will our hero survive?

This model is comprised of 7,416 elements, took three weeks to design & create, and is the third in my "Legends and Lore" series.

The Dragon's Hoard by Jessica Farrell, on Flickr

 

The Dragon's Hoard (left view) by Jessica Farrell, on Flickr

 

The Dragon's Hoard (right view) by Jessica Farrell, on Flickr

 

The Dragon's Hoard (You woke me, puny human!) by Jessica Farrell, on Flickr

 

The Dragon's Hoard (inset) by Jessica Farrell, on Flickr

[RyszardBosiak]

I'm impressed. Only three weeks? Wow! Dragon looks like red dragon from Heroes Of Might And Magic III :)

[zoth33]

Great dragon.  I like the colors you used.  Very impressive size and nice techniques used for the body and tail.  The gold horde and columns look very good as well.  

[Louis of Nutwood]

This is gold!

Both the dragon and its bed of gold, of course. 
Amazing work. Very fluid motions on the posing dragon. It is massive! I love the color choices using black, brown and shades of red. It adds a lot of texture and movement to the whole build. Plus, the scales (size and skin layers) on the beast are incredible!

Outstanding job. One of the most impressive dragons I've seen. 

Cheers!

[JanetVanD]

Thanks for the positive feedback, guys