[MOC][SHIP] Neptune's Glide

[Legostone]

Hi,

Not the first time I try Shiptember, though the first time I'm finishing, even though I'm a couple days late.
This vessel has been on my mind for a while; I’d wanted to build a vessel a bit like a podracer - giant engines drawing a small cockpit behind - but decided that would be a bit fragile and rough looking. Besides that, connecting a couple sections by cables seemed a bit like cheating to reach the size limit. So I decided to connect the engines and cockpit with some curves - inspired by any of the Naboo ships, though particularly the N1.
Size: 120 studs long, 58 studs wide, 28 studs tall

The Neptune’s Glide is one of a few royal yachts of the Akh-Du - a group of Manta people native to another planet quite a distance away. It is the fastest vessel that ever came from their shipyards, outpacing even any of their military craft. The Akh-Du pride themselves in decorating their royal vessels. Their vessels are typically set up to be able to dive down to their cities a couple hundred meters into the ocean; the engines are capable to push the entire craft along even under water. Neptunes Glide is an unarmed vessel that typically travels with an escort of several military craft; however, it has some of the strongest shields available. The generators for those are hidden away inside the hull; only the bump at the bow indicates that they exist.

Picture time!

Neptune's Glide

Neptune's Glide Front

Neptune's Glide rear-side

Neptune's Glide top

[danth]

Amazing. It's like a sculpture or piece of art. But also a spaceship!

[Feuer Zug]

That's a BIG spaceship. Gorgeous curves and artistry with the gold accents. The back end for some reason reminds me of Dune.

[GeoBrick]

Literally a joy to the eye!

[LordsofMedieval]

Reminds me just a teensy bit of this:

[LEGO Train 12 Volts]

Splendid vessel!
Beautiful colors and stunning golden details!

[Sebeus I]

Absolutely love it! The elegant lines and royal colour scheme support the background story going with it. Great job !

[The Undo]

Nice curves! The combination of sleek lines, robust engine and that royal coloring gives this spaceship a special vibe.

[THERIZE]

Wow! What an absolutely beautiful ship. The silhouette of the front looks really nice, and with the detailing it reminds me of the stern of an old sailing ship.The contrast between the sleek lines and the amount of detailing inside the engines is also really nice. 

[Lyichir]

Awesome! I really love the boat-like streamlining and the ornate gold details. I'm a little curious about the asymmetrical use of Technic bricks on the top surface—is that meant to be intentional greebling, or the sort of unintended wear and tear a sea vessel might experience after years in service?

[Legostone]

@danth @GeoBrick @LEGO Train 12 Volts @Sebeus I @omerai

Thank you!

On 10/13/2023 at 6:56 PM, Feuer Zug said:

That's a BIG spaceship. Gorgeous curves and artistry with the gold accents. The back end for some reason reminds me of Dune.

 

On 10/14/2023 at 7:05 AM, LordsofMedieval said:

Reminds me just a teensy bit of this:

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Both of these must be coincidences :D

12 hours ago, THERIZE said:

Wow! What an absolutely beautiful ship. The silhouette of the front looks really nice, and with the detailing it reminds me of the stern of an old sailing ship.The contrast between the sleek lines and the amount of detailing inside the engines is also really nice. 

Well, I usually build sailing ships, so it might not just be a coincidence :D

2 hours ago, Lyichir said:

Awesome! I really love the boat-like streamlining and the ornate gold details. I'm a little curious about the asymmetrical use of Technic bricks on the top surface—is that meant to be intentional greebling, or the sort of unintended wear and tear a sea vessel might experience after years in service?

I wanted it to look a bit worn (and also was running a bit tight on white 1x2 bricks - there is ~700 of them in this vessel), so 2nd option. The dark blue detailing on the engines is also asymmetrical, unlike the well kept golden detailing.

[lowlead]

A kingly vessel indeed - wonderful work!

I really appreciate the innovative bending technique you're using to get the curves on this one.  The design screams luxury and opulence that only the high priviledged can attain.  A striking and unique MOC with a masterful color scheme - I love it!

[Sarles]

So many lovely lines on this ship.