Jobber Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 So I've spent the past couple of hours trying to replicate the torso of this character without the shoulder loops, but to no avail. I just can't seem to get the skeleton design and armor placement right, especially how the upper torso tapers into the waist in a "V" shape. Any tips would be really appreciated. Here's a couple more photos for further reference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grungemeister Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 (edited) The first thing that came into my mind was this: http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=60918Although I DO have a custom torso design that I use occasionally. It would have wide-ish shoulders and a literal 1-stud waist above the hips. I'll get some pictures tomorrow. Edited March 29, 2015 by Toa Vanson Quote A RUDE AWAKENING - A Bionicle G1 continuation and video-game project(MUSIC COMPOSER) special thx to Inary the Gunhaver for my new username. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobber Posted March 29, 2015 Author Share Posted March 29, 2015 The first thing that came into my mind was this: http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=60918Although I DO have a custom torso design that I use occasionally. It would have wise-ish shoulders and a literal 1-stud waist above the hips. I'll get some pictures tomorrow.Hmm, alrighty. I'll await your pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa Doublebee Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 Woa, wasn't expecting that when I clicked that link!I do hope you'll post her here when your done. The more SC Mocs, the better! one question though, are you gonna use a Krana Za as her face? I allways wanted to see someone pull that off... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrickPharaoh Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 (edited) Depending on the scale you're using, the new Gali 2015 mask could be a decent fit for the torso area. Though I'm not entirely sure how you could place the heartlight details onto that mask. But man, do you have your work cut out for you; it looks like a pretty difficult character to try and replicate! My advice to you is to use LDD first for some prototyping before you could move onto building the actual thing. Granted, you might not find the real pieces in the right colors, but your overall design will be easier to replicate with a much wider parts selection. Anyway, best of luck to you! PS: Try to experiment with these bad boys.. if you have any, that is. You're probably also going to need plenty of ball joints to make this work. Edited March 29, 2015 by Mohamed Marei Quote "Welcome to Valhalla, Warrior." Recent MOC's: The Headless Horseman (BBC71 Finalist) LDD CCBS Chess The Shadowed One (BBC69) Nydoretha (Netherealm Empress) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobber Posted March 29, 2015 Author Share Posted March 29, 2015 (edited) Woa, wasn't expecting that when I clicked that link!I do hope you'll post her here when your done. The more SC Mocs, the better! one question though, are you gonna use a Krana Za as her face? I allways wanted to see someone pull that off...Krana Za?! I ever thought about using that! I'm gonna have to brick-link it, though. The only one I have is yellow and it's pretty damaged. Was going to make her face completely custom, which involved slanted Bohrok eyes. Depending on the scale you're using, the new Gali 2015 mask could be a decent fit for the torso area. Though I'm not entirely sure how you could place the heartlight details onto that mask. But man, do you have your work cut out for you; it looks like a pretty difficult character to try and replicate! My advice to you is to use LDD first for some prototyping before you could move onto building the actual thing. Granted, you might not find the real pieces in the right colors, but your overall design will be easier to replicate with a much wider parts selection. Anyway, best of luck to you! PS: Try to experiment with these bad boys.. if you have any, that is. You're probably also going to need plenty of ball joints to make this work. Hmm...I guess I try to work in some blue studs behind the mask? I dunno. And I'll try LDD, but I dunno if my Chromebook will allow me to download it. Edited March 29, 2015 by Anonymous User Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrickPharaoh Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 The only disadvantage I see to using LDD is that it doesn't allow some "illegal" connections that might be crucial for arriving at certain shapes/patterns. I try to work around that in most of my LDD models, though. It's pretty cool to use, I feel. If you come stuck while prototyping do let me know. I might be able to help you out! 1 Quote "Welcome to Valhalla, Warrior." Recent MOC's: The Headless Horseman (BBC71 Finalist) LDD CCBS Chess The Shadowed One (BBC69) Nydoretha (Netherealm Empress) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cwog Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 I have no suggestion for you, but I'm looking forward to seeing such a creative MOC soon! Not a fan of Starcraft, but I can appreciate adapting that into CCBS/Technic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa Doublebee Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 I'm so glad I was of assistance Adun toridas, friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grungemeister Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 Torso instructions: http://i.imgur.com/LrpMUCO.jpg?1 These are all of the pieces you need. I didn't realize until long after I took this that you actually need six 2 stud axles and you don't need the black 3 stud pin. The trans green stud and the tire are optional, but highly recommend later on. http://i.imgur.com/yOOqkt3.jpg?1 http://i.imgur.com/RQe3w77.jpg http://i.imgur.com/GGBzm0B.jpgThis is the tricky part. The Glatorian neck needs to just sit there for now. http://i.imgur.com/bHO0PVT.jpgThe axle should go through the top hole of the Glatorian neck and the axle on the Nuva chest armor should only go halfway through the bottom hole. http://i.imgur.com/o5rTDcs.jpgBack view. http://i.imgur.com/M2qNIKB.jpgA heartlight is not necessary but is highly recommended. http://i.imgur.com/OYKVk07.jpgIf you slide the tire over the Glatorian neck it helps to fill the empty space in the abdomen. On to the hips/waist. http://i.imgur.com/VsNAlho.jpg http://i.imgur.com/SgCdJeE.jpg?1 http://i.imgur.com/2F6tGlO.jpg?1 http://i.imgur.com/4cBSPHe.jpg?1The second hand piece helps to fill out the hip area as well. You can also but a Bohrok eye on the front or back of the hips (pointing up) to add a little detail and color variety. http://i.imgur.com/sRUs6wh.jpg?1The finished torso/hips assembly. http://i.imgur.com/2VQBlRp.jpgA MOC I did a while ago that uses the torso design. I really don't know what it is though... Toa Vhisola I guess? I think that this design might work pretty well for your purposes. 1 Quote A RUDE AWAKENING - A Bionicle G1 continuation and video-game project(MUSIC COMPOSER) special thx to Inary the Gunhaver for my new username. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Windrider- Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 Moving to Bionicle Discussion. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil_jaga_genius Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 First thing that came to mind was the 2004 Metru Nui Matoran body, like from Vhisola or Ahkmou. If you still need any help, that is, it seems like you've got it pretty well covered. Can't wait to see the finished MOC! Quote Avatar by Nicholas Anderson (NickonAquaMagna)My blog: The Jaga's Nest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobber Posted March 30, 2015 Author Share Posted March 30, 2015 Hmm, I'll give that a thought. I'm not really a good MOCist, so don't exspect anything mind blowing everyone, lol. Anyways, might as well update my progress, ye'? Well I've pretty much finished the prototype torso, with the help of G2 Gali's golden mask of water. I'm going to work on the arms next, in which I have to buy another PoW for the trans-light blue T-ball and socket limbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grungemeister Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 Were my instructions of any help or did you use a different design? Quote A RUDE AWAKENING - A Bionicle G1 continuation and video-game project(MUSIC COMPOSER) special thx to Inary the Gunhaver for my new username. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobber Posted March 30, 2015 Author Share Posted March 30, 2015 Were my instructions of any help or did you use a different design?Defiantly! Your instructions for the 'shoulder' area really helped a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa Doublebee Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 Oh! and another thing, Have a quick look at this.See those hands? with the extra minifig limb on the other side, it would be a great approximation to the Protoss's hands! cuz ya know, they have 4 fingers, two of which are thumbs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobber Posted March 30, 2015 Author Share Posted March 30, 2015 Oh! and another thing, Have a quick look at this.See those hands? with the extra minifig limb on the other side, it would be a great approximation to the Protoss's hands! cuz ya know, they have 4 fingers, two of which are thumbs...Lol that made me laugh for some reason. So I got to make another brick-link order (still haven't made one for the Za amongst other things yet) Which means I'm afraid I probably won't finish the MOC for at least another month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cwog Posted April 5, 2015 Share Posted April 5, 2015 Oh! and another thing, Have a quick look at this.See those hands? with the extra minifig limb on the other side, it would be a great approximation to the Protoss's hands! cuz ya know, they have 4 fingers, two of which are thumbs...Lol that made me laugh for some reason. So I got to make another brick-link order (still haven't made one for the Za amongst other things yet) Which means I'm afraid I probably won't finish the MOC for at least another month. Don't worry about getting it done soon! We're all patient here, it's a loving community. You should now that by now, Mr. Been-Here-Since-2009. Take your time, and do your best. I'm looking forward to seeing this thing complete, so make sure you don't rush it, okay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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