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A while ago a made a self-MOC. He is a Fe-Matoran named Neekrah. Neekrah wears a silver Pakari, carries a curved blade, and is slightly hunchbacked. He is similar to the Voya Nui Matoran but the arms and head are different.http://farm9.staticf...b62d3f21b_z.jpgMy Photostream for more images:http://www.flickr.co...s/89417137@N07/I hope you enjoy!
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Ok, we know they live for millenia, maybe even eons. However, they can't just live forever. They are part biological, after all. So I'm basically asking if there has been a set lifespan for the Matoran species. However, there would be little proof in the BIONICLE story of this, due to the fact that the main story took place over the course of a year (or two) if I remember correctly (which I probably don't). Even if it was more than a year, it would still not be enough time to give us a clear lifespan. So the info would probably come from a serial or GregF answers thingy. So this is my question: What is the average lifespan of a Matoran?
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Over the years I've constructed a handful of different concepts for the Matoran, be they meant to represent Metru Nui Matoran or Artahkan, to just my own idle interests at that period.Some of them came out better than others as a result, but here they are.Ta-MetruFronthttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0045.jpgSidehttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0047.jpgBackhttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0046.jpgGa-MetruFronthttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0048.jpgSidehttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0050.jpgBackhttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0049.jpgKo-MetruFronthttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0051.jpgSidehttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0053.jpgBackhttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0052.jpgArtahkanFronthttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0063.jpgSidehttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0064.jpgBackhttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0065.jpgOnu-MatoranFronthttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0054.jpgSidehttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0056.jpgBackhttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0055.jpg Le-MatoranFronthttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0057.jpgSidehttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0059.jpgBackhttp://www.brickshel...an/000_0058.jpg
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So I noticed on Biosector01 some Matoran Elemts have no apparent manifestations. Des anyone have any speculations? Like Gravity, Plasma, Green and Magnetism Matoran.
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We all know how the six main matoran types derive a certain principle each from one, two, or all of the three virtues.Ta-Matoran: Courage, derived from DutyGa-Matoran: Purity, derived from UnityLe-Matoran: Faith, derived from Unity and DutyPo-Matoran: Creation, derived from Unity and DestinyOnu-Matoran: Prosperity,derived from Duty and DestinyKo-Matoran: Peace, derived from DestinyBut what about the other Matoran of the Bionicle universe, do they have principles too? And if so, which ones do you think?Here's a couple of theoriesMatoran of Plantlife (Bo-Matoran?): Life, maybe. From Unity and/or DestinyDe-Matoran: Silence, I suppose, from Duty and/or UnityAv-Matoran: Hope, from Destiny.Any other ideas?
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So, a few questions regarding the Kanohi masks have been circulating in my head for a while, and I thought I'd address them here, for the fine folk of BZP to discuss. :)First of all, if a Kanohi mask can be forged in any shape (thank God for that), is there like a strict (inbuilt?) algorithm that dictates what a given Kanohi mask would look like when it turns from Great to Noble? If so, is it connected only to the mask's physical shape or does its power also play a role in the process? Say, if someone were to make a Great Kanohi Hau in the shape of a Great Kanohi Huna, and gave it to a Toa who would later become a Turaga, would the Great Hau that looks like a Great Huna become a Noble Hau that looks like a Noble Huna or what? And what if someone made a Great Kanohi Huna in the shape of a Noble Kanohi Huna, what would that look like if it turned Noble? Oh, and are there any circumstances that would allow a Noble mask to turn into a Great one?And what are the mechanics of a Kanohi mask being "transformed", i.e. basically undergoing a process that alters it into an entirely different Kanohi? Like in the Inika becoming the Mahri case.Furthermore, if Toa can use powerless/Matoran masks, as well as Great and Noble ones, tapping into each category's full potential, and Matoran have been seen to wear Great and Noble masks, but only being able to use their life-sustaining powers, could a Turaga wearing a Great Kanohi mask technically use it to a "Noble extent"? We've never seen a case like this in the story, but I think it would make sense.Moving on, Kanohi Nuva are formed by regular masks being exposed to EP, right? So I take it the Kanohi Nuva would also be split into several categories? Say, if a Turaga were destined to become a Turaga Nuva (or, more easily, if an already existing Toa Nuva became a Turaga), their masks would become Noble Nuva masks, correct? Which means pretty much Noble Kanohi that the wearer could share with those among them? But can only a "Nuva" being utilize a Kanohi Nuva, and if not, to what extent would a regular Kanohi-wearing being be able to actually use a Kanohi Nuva?The other thing that's been bothering me is, whatever is exposed to EP would either perish or transform, depending on its destiny (or lack thereof?), right? So what if I hypothetically came across the Kanohi Vahi, and tossed it into a pool of Energized Protodermis? What do you guys think the consequences would be in either scenario?EDIT: Hm, I just read on BS01 that the Kanohi Ignika could revert/restore a Turaga back to a Toa, so that's the perfect prerequisite for a Noble mask becoming Great.
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So, here's another MOC. This one is Raho, a Matoran vigilante, who protects his village when Toa are not around to do so. Simple enough concept, I just wanted to make an armed-and-dangerous Matoran. ^ click to go to gallery ^Brickshelf Gallery:> > >MOCpage:> > >
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Okay, it's been a little while since I was supposed to post this, but I've been working on something, and it should be explained in due time. Anyways, as explained in my Nui Rama Revamp and Large MOCs topics (both should still be barely open, and they need some love!), I have been needing to clean off my shelves to make room for a new bunch of MOCs I'll post once I get some pieces (see my sig if you want to help). And now, I'll just stop this shameless self advertising and talking, and get to what you wanted to see in this topic, the MOCs! Just stick with me, I've got a few.GarClick it, it's a link. This guy is what took me so long. Now, it doesn't look like it, but he took me about 7-8 hours of work (that I should have finished my summer homework in ). I'll just explain by saying that mask was a Photoshop job, and not painted, and it took me forever to get it right. The mask still looks a little more like gunmetal than I would like, but I'm done editing it. Somehow, I also came up with silver, gunmetal, and bronze while working on it too, so it took forever, but was well worth it.Gar is a (canon) Onu-Matoran of Mahri-Nui who took part in Defilak's exploration of the deep and the encounter with Pridak. Basically, I just got the set of Dekar, and noticed that we never got a small set for '07 in black or white, and I realized that I really liked the look of a black Great Komau. So, just a quick idea of what I think Gar would look like.VeriusBackpack function: 1, 2, 3, 4Weapons: Cordak Pistol, Survival Dual Blade, and Grapple GunGalleryThis guy was a part of my entry in the SSC #8 I think, in my story called Shadow Play. If you look at the banner I made for it, you can see that I made a MOC for Commander Kira of the R.A.M.A. squadron, so I also decided to make another main character, Verius, the Jungle Agori.This guy uses my outdated Matoran build that's just quick and simple I have to say I'm extremely proud of his backpack function and weapons. His backpack, at the spin of a gear, flips off of his back and turns around to reveal a small Rhotuka Spinner with the ability to create energy webs. His usual list of weapons includes the standard Cordak Pistol, a smaller version of the Cordak Blaster (of which I am very proud ), The Survival Dual Blade (I just came up with that name, but I found out how cool those two pieces look together!), or his Grapple Gun, (originally intended for minifig use).Verius is very brave, even though he just got out of the R.A.M.A. academy. He is ready to do anything required in the line of duty, and risk anything to get the job done. He carries the latest in R.A.M.A. gear and has been trained how to use it under the command of the greatest Commander known to R.A.M.A., Commander Kira.Rahaga IruiniPoseAlternate Movie BuildAfter watching Web of Shadows in a burst of nostalgia, I noticed that the sides of the Rahaga have that kind of L-shaped piece similar to the '01 Turaga (although watching closer, a body type like the Va would have fit better, look closely at their back), so I decided to try it out. I tried to make the entire thing compatable with the pieces available at the time as well, and I think it turned out very nice.The staff was based off my old mini Kurahk, by using those mini weapons from the playsets as the tips, and lightsaber width bars for the staff looks much better.I've also included an alternate movie version I was considering with a propellor back, and the original staff piece.Vahki StarsSideSpiderThis uses and idea I've had for a long time. Ever since I saw those Avtoran legs on Solek, I just thought "mini Vahki." Unfortunately, my idea consisted of using the legs upside down, and using a ball joint there would have limited the posability (unless I used two, but my ball joints are otherwise occupied right now ). Eventually, I figured out that strange little attachment I think I've used before by putting a Metrutoran limb on the Mata foot, and holding it in with a 2 length peg. The rest of it was mostly just improving around that, but I kind of like the head.And last one, bear with me!Nuhvok-Va revampedSide/constructionPoseThis charming little guy started out with my want to try and revamp the Bohrok with all it's original functions. If any of you have ever tried it, it's impossible. So, while doing my best, I rebuilt my Bohrok-Va and was messing with them, and managed to rebuild it in a cooler way with a small waist and more insectoid look using the same pieces. Since that limited mobility, I decided to try and revamp it using the rest of my parts and some ideas I've taken from other Va revamps. The result ended up to be very posable and very uniquely insectoid. I'm very proud of this one, and have since decided that I am much better at making small MOCs, and I can't build a titan to save my life. I'd say this is one of my favorites.So, what do you think, now that it's finally done? Comments and critism would be greatly appreciated!
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Hey again, BZPers. I'm now showing two MOCs I made long ago. One is Altai, Matoran of War, made for Gentleman Scarecrow's fourth BCBS challenge on MOCpages. It's sort of an alternate version of Taipu. Click on the pic for gallery.And the other is an attempt to find a good use for the Mistika canister lid piece. I don't know if it has been used before, personaly it's the first use I ever saw of it, but who knows? Anyway, here is the Bionicle Beast.C&C welcomed.
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Title says it all.EDIT: I also want bohrohk va and turaga.
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A fan drawing I made for a certain person's comics (Those who recognize him win the internet) Click thumbnail for full image. The drawing was drawn when BZPower was down a few days ago. I don't know how much time I spent on it. I think it was around, 10 hours? Designing the matoran body was tough (Went through 5 designs before I was satisfied) which is probably why it took a little long. The drawing was done in Gimp (I'm a gimp noob) with just basic tools.Anyway, C&C is appreciated.~Soran
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This is a concept of what a matoran would look in weakened form before the rebuilding. It's rough, but i may do another one.Click the magic wordsLet me know what you think!
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Here's my first entry for the Flash Fire Character Design Contest! I chose to draw the Captain of the Guard, Jaller, who should need no further introduction. Click for full size I chose to illustrate him in the same style as a Macku drawing from a couple years back. I think I did a much better job with this drawing than with that one, of course. The pose is less simplistic and I tried to keep the lineart and coloring a lot cleaner.UPDATE: Here's my second entry, the venerable Turaga Vakama! Anyway, questions, comments, and criticism are encouraged! Not sure if I will stand much of a chance in this contest, but it's always great to have a motivation to keep drawing!
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This is my flash fire entry. It is hand drawn and computer edited. I may do others, but I'm not sure.Takua
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This is my theory at Agori/Matoran Languages and communication. As everyone knows, or should know, or better know, is that the language in the MU is, well, Matoran. I tried looking up on BS01 to see if any other language is actually spoken in the MU besides Matoran, and that search turned up empty-handed. When the Reformation(or whatever it's "officially" called) happened, the Toa and Glatorians began an attempt to merge the Matoran and Agori populations. Now, I don't know if they spoke the same language, if Mata Nui did some mind-melding on both populations or what, but we do know that the Toa and Glatorians were able to communicate. Matoran, as is believed, is a robotic language. Much like R2-D2, or at least in that neighborhood of language. Agori(and Glatorians) are more organic then metal and gears like the Matoran Universe population. This begs the question: Are their vocal cords organic or is it a mechanical speech box(for lack of a better word. ) like the Matoran? The former is the most likely. With that in mind, it would be near impossible for the Agori to speak Matoran very fluently. Or even clearly. It would be like asking an American Indian, who has only spoken his language his entire life, to communicate with a Japanese man, who also only has spoken his language! There would be no communication except maybe for gestures and the like. Even then, the cultures are so different, the gestures mean different things! Now here's my theory: The Matoran actually don't talk in their robotic language. They actually speak Agori! Their speech boxes are programed to speak Agori. Why? It's simple really! The GB knew that they needed a language for the MU population to use. They didn't exactly have the time to make up a whole new language, now did they? They knew the Shattering was going to happen, so why not just use the language everyone already spoke? Agori. It would solve the communication problem I brought up earlier. With both populations speaking Agori, it would be easier for them to merge together into one population. The language in the MU, Agori, was just named Matoran, for the same reason Agori is named Agori. The Matoran are the largest population group. It makes sense to call the language Matoran. Why call it Vortixx or Skakdi when they make up a smaller group of the total population? TL;DR? Matoran actually speak Agori. Now, I do realize I didn't use the technical terms, but I think I got my point across. Go ahead and pick it apart, I know you people will. If you guys are confused, I'm sorry, but I can only explain it to you, I can't understand it for you. Thanks for reading.
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This topic might be off topic, not entirely sure. I'm sure I can count on you wonderful and vigilant staff member to decide.So, Nuparu, if I remember correctly was the one who made the Boxer, right? Made them out of Bohrok. I remember him seeming very special, back in 2002/2003.Anyway, I was wondering how common it was for Onu-koran to be an engineer? It seems like that would very helpful, being miners and all.Also, while I'm at it, does anybody have any idea how they adjusted to going back to becoming archivists after having to mine for a village-wide career, if they did at all?
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Ascent of Matoran This time the ladies are doing it for themselves. An Ascent of Woman as it were, except for Berix. I tried Secondius in the Agori/Av-matoran spot, but a blue helm fit better than a silver one. I also tried another angle shot since the previous one was well received. Keep those comments coming. Three more elements to go. Classic OrderMaku in FrontGali in Front
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I've been thinking about this for a very long time, and I decided to ask:Can Matoran actually be "born" or created or is a certain amount put into the universe and no more are added? If they are somehow born, how does it happen?This is the place to discuss it.-Kreos
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Welcome back, This is a continuation of my series Ascent of Matoran. I derivation of the Ascent of Man picture. This week I'm hitting the matoran of Air, the Le-matoran. The fun part was building a matoran 2.0. I had to dig up my Bohrok sets for that one. Once I finish all six I'll compile them in one final topic. For now enjoy. Please add your comments below. Classic Ascent of Man pose:http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/Ptah/Ascent/Air/ascent_01.jpgUpdated Angular pose: http://www.brickshel...r/ascent_02.jpgEdit Note 1: I fixed the link address for the first image.
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In the Bohrok-Kal Online Animations, an unidentified Ta-Matoran Guard is found electrocuted just as Tahnok-Kal is stealing Tahu Nuva's symbol. I believe that Matoran is Kalama from the MNOLG2. Here's my reasoning: Kalama is a Ta-Matoran GuardKalama has a black mask and black feet, and a red bodyThe zapped Matoran has a darker mask and feet than body, just like KalamaYes? No? Discussed already?
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Aren't the transport chutes in Metru Nui filled with (protodermic) water? If so, how do the Matoran use them? Do they hold their breath? It doesn't seem like they could do that long enough to get anywhere.
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Ascent of MatoranYou've probably seen this picture, but don't know it by name. The Ascent of Man is the iconic picture we think of when evolution is mentioned. The series of primates going from chimp, to hominid to modern man. This is like that only featuring matoran.I plan on doing one for each of the six basic elements, but Ice is my favorite element so I tried it first. Constructive comments are welcome I'd like to improve this as I work through the other elements. http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/Ptah/Ascent/Ice/ascent_1_1.jpgThis second picture comes at if from a different angle. http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/Ptah/Ascent/Ice/ascent_2_1.jpg Do no post images over 500kB. -B6
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What ever happened to the "fixed" matoran on Karzahni? Did they escape on Spherus Magna like the rest of the matoran? Did they get re-fixed to look normal with normal masks? Or is there no evidence to what happened to them.
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Welcome to Pirok the Va-Matoran's Comix!Series 1:Who needs imaginative names?A proper introductionFezpocalypseBig Bang 2(96)Temporal DucksSeries 2:Death Is Not the EndAttack of the KinlukkoRebrickedThe Shocking Return of ProditorThe CliffOriginsThe Beginning...Of the End...Dining with DestinySeries 3:The Coming StormMeanwhile in the VoidA Day in the Life of a VillainThe Power of StormageddonTo Foil a PlotAre we there yet?A Little Rain...Series 4:Just in TimeLike an arrow the kneeScriptceptionNon-Canon:Specials:Hallowe'en SpecialOh, Christmas Tree...A Special AnnouncementHappy EndingsGS Episodes:It's me or the raccoon. Canon comics are added Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Non-Canon comics don't follow this schedule, though.PGS's:kanohi_masterStormageddon (No BZP username)More PGS's will be accepted. In order to PGS, PM me. I will not accept requests from posts in this topic.Banners:Choose to add an image to your sig, then copy this into the image. I haven't quite finished everything yet: http://www.brickshel...ix/banner_2.pngAgain, choose to insert an image, then copy-paste this into the url field: http://www.brickshel...vms_comix_2.pngYet again, insert an image, copy-paste, etcetera: http://www.brickshel...ix/banner_3.pngBlah blah, image, copy-paste: http://www.brickshel...ix/banner_6.png
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Okay, I decided to build with my little brother today, and this is what I came up with. It's my one of my first MOCs posted on BZP, and I think I did a pretty good job. I've been wanting to build something with a white/red color scheme for a while, and now that I did it, I have no idea what element he is. I do like the construction, especially the sword and the shoulder pads, my first use of friction. If you want more pictures, feel free to ask, or if you have any idea what element he could be. Comments and Critism please! Pictures just quickly taken with my laptop, so not the best quality, sorry. Fortunately, that means they might be small enough for BZP.
