Save the Alien Hunters! Space themed contest

**InnerRayg** · December 2, 2013

Greetings and welcome humanoids, bipeds, quadrupeds, reptilians overlords, gas-based psychomagic lifeforms, and all other intelligent and pseudointelligent life in all relevant dimensions! The LEGO Alien Hunters^TM need your help! As you know, this wildly successful line from the LEGO company features the adventures of a team of warriors with only one mission: defeating the alien menace! The team is a group of highly trained space fighters with specialized weapons and skills.

Unfortunately defeating the alien menace isn't so easy without a little backup, and that's where you come in! The Alien Hunters^TM need vehicles. They need a home base. They need weapons. And you're going to give them to them. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is this:

Design a set that could realistically be released by LEGO for the Alien Hunters^TM line. This could include vehicles, playsets, weapons, or whatever you can come up with. Maybe they need a dropship to land them in enemy territory? An all-terrain vehicle to traverse the alien worlds they travel to? A cannon to blast those ugly bug eyed meanies to kingdom come? Or just a simple hover bike to hop over to their favorite interplanetary lounge after a hard day's alien killfest? You tell me.

The winning designs will be picked by a team of judges Me, Darth Vader, and Tufi Piyufi. The top three will each win a Galaxy Squad set and a cameo in the comic BZPStuck. In addition, the winning designs will be used in an upcoming project.

Thematic considerations: Although you're welcome to include conflict in your designs, designing elements or vehicles for the alien menace will be considered TREASON and won't be considered in the judging process. (It's not going to disqualify you though don't worry, we just won't consider the alien components).

Custom elements or decals are in fact, accepted. They are not required. This is just to allow you to really create the sense of a new theme line. Minifigs are not required. There are no piece limits or build restrictions, but the intention is to create something that could reasonably be released as a set. This covers a pretty wide gamut everything from the small bag sets to the gargantuan 100 dollar builds you'd see in any other lego line

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Entries begin being accepted as soon as this topic is posted, and will stop being accepted on Saturday, December 28th at 11:59 P.M. EST. You are more than welcome to enter MULTIPLE ENTRIES, (up to three) but you can only win ONE PRIZE. To enter, simply post a link to your .jpg or .gif entry picture in this topic. Your entry post in this thread should appear as follows:

Entry Name:

Entry Pic URL:

Topic URL (if applicable):

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A running tally of entrants will be updated daily IN A SEPARATE PINNED TOPIC, which will be posted shortly after the first entries are received.

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Judging Process:

Judging begins December 29th and ends January 5th

Entries will be judged on:

Technical Ability (How well is it built?)

Aesthetic Quality (How good does it look?)

Thematic Cohesiveness (How well does it fit the theme?)*

Each judge will determine a score out of 10 for these criteria and average them for an overall score. They will then average their individual picks to find an overall winner.

*This just means it's a spaceship. If it would fit in any given Lego space line, it'll fit here. If it's a covered wagon with a horse pulling it or a firetruck, it won't. It's kind of a gimme category.

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Rules:

1) Your entry may not have been published prior to the start of this contest. You may make your own topic before posting in the official entry thread, but you must create a post in the entry topic before it is closed in order to be officially entered. If, after posting your entry anywhere on BZP but before officially entering it (including the blogs), you modify it and then enter it, you will be disqualified. You may only start one topic for your entry. Please post only one main pic in this entry thread and a link to the rest of the pics in the gallery on your image host (most likely Brickshelf, Photobucket, or Flickr). You can do pictures as normal in your own separate thread. If you need help posting pictures, please see this topic.

2) Don't PM the contest host unless you have to. Ask questions in this topic and the host or an assistant will answer it.

3) Painted parts are ALLOWED. No non-LEGO parts. All other LEGO parts are fair game. Pictures in which the appearance of the MOC has been edited in Photoshop or other editing software are also prohibited. If either method is used, the MOC will be disqualified. The background may be edited, as long as it does not alter the appearance of the MOC.

4) Maximum three entries per member. You cannot switch or modify models mid contest. Once you have entered, you may not "un-enter" your models and enter new or modified ones in their stead. You may opt to bow out of the contest for whatever reason but you cannot reenter under such a situation. If you get disqualified for any reason, you will not be allowed to reenter with another MOC in that contest.

5) Any flaming will result in disqualification from the contest. Competition is good if you keep it clean. Everyone play fair, NO WHINING, no insults. I reserve the right to DQ any entry at any time for any reason.

6) Absolutely, positively NO CHEATING! Anyone found to be cheating or even suspected of cheating will face immediate disqualification from this contest and will be banned from participating in future contests. They will likely also be banned from the site. Mods know this information, so you're not fooling anyone but yourself by thinking you can get away with it. We run a check on people with multiple accounts too, which is an offense that results in banning from BZP entirely, aside from the contest... DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT IT.

7) No "this is unfair" posting. Some people have more parts, money, time, gigs left on your hard drive, etc than others. That's life; we each have to do our best with what we have. Any excessive complaining may, at the judgment of the contest runner, disqualify you!

8) Discussion is encouraged. Feel free to ask questions about models you see or about the contest in general.

9) The contest is open to all BZP members, and voting is open to all BZP members to participate in even if they did not enter an MOC. "Advertising" your MOC is fine by making a signature or avatar reminding people to vote for you, but mass-PMing is frowned upon and will just get you disqualified. Advertising your MOC in someone else's thread is also a major no-no. Spamming may result in proto loss or even post-count reductions, so don't do it.

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Prizes:

The winner will receive Galaxy Squad set Warp Stinger 70702. Second place will receive Galaxy Squad set Swarm Interceptor 70701. Third place will receive Galaxy Squad set Space Swarmer 70700. All three winner's entries will be making appearances in a future project, and if the creators wish they also have an open minor guest spot in the comic BZPStuck.

These sets might take a little while to get to you, fair warning. I am buying them myself and donating them for this contest.

So what are you waiting for?? Get building guys! Can't wait to see what you come up with.

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Edited December 19, 2013 by InnerRayg

Kanakalackin · December 2, 2013

Could I use LDD as long as the parts are standard? I'm kind of without my system stuff since we just moved to Italy.

I didn't see anything about it in the rules, so I'm assuming that it's okay. But I just want to be sure.

Edited December 2, 2013 by Phantom Terror

**InnerRayg** · December 2, 2013

I've got no problem with LDD, go for it.

Kanakalackin · December 2, 2013

Okay. Entry post! I built this one in real life because I had a few system sets that just arrived.

Entry 1: Burt Ballad's Scout Walker

Entry Pic (Here's the link to the photo set)

Entry 2: Abe Aria's Battle-Cycle

Entry Pic

Entry 3: TBA

Edited December 3, 2013 by Phantom Terror

**Voxumo** · December 2, 2013

Hey um quick question.. am i allowed to include some technic pieces in it as long as the main bulk of the moc is system pieces?

**InnerRayg** · December 3, 2013

Hey um quick question.. am i allowed to include some technic pieces in it as long as the main bulk of the moc is system pieces?

There are no rules about specific piece ratios, so go for it.

**Voxumo** · December 3, 2013

Hey um quick question.. am i allowed to include some technic pieces in it as long as the main bulk of the moc is system pieces?
There are no rules about specific piece ratios, so go for it.

ok thanks

Chro · December 3, 2013

Might want to fix the spacing on the OP, Rayg...

**Gatanui** · December 8, 2013

That. comic. is. so. AWESOME. Seriously. This is EXACTLY the kind of contest and promotion BZPower needs right now. Thank you, Ray! The entry period is very unfortunate, though, as it ends precisely when my holiday starts, so I fear I'll have to pass (and I imagine many more people will). Is there no chance to have the entry period go a week longer?

-Gata

Edited December 8, 2013 by Gatanui

**InnerRayg** · December 8, 2013

That. comic. is. so. AWESOME. Seriously. This is EXACTLY the kind of contest and promotion BZPower needs right now. Thank you, Ray! The entry period is very unfortunate, though, as it ends precisely when my holiday starts, so I fear I'll have to pass (and I imagine many more people will). Is there no chance to have the entry period go a week longer?

-Gata

I'll consider it, let's see if there's more people who feel the same.

**ChocolateFrogs** · December 9, 2013

This is so cool! I'm sure I can come up with something if I come up with the free time to build. Space is my thing!

If I do more than one MOC, do all two or three have to be posted at the same time or can it be a gradual entry?

-CF

Space: Ocean of Awe · December 9, 2013

I hate exams. :annoyed:

Maybe I'll be able to enter...I guess only time will tell. Until then, good luck everybody! This is going to be freaking amazing!

=)

Saffroth · December 9, 2013

Wow. I'm building my creation now!

BrickPharaoh · December 9, 2013

Please, oh please, make the entry period longer :/

I haven't been able to touch my Lego due to how busy I've been recently. I miss MOCing

:tohu:

**InnerRayg** · December 9, 2013

This is so cool! I'm sure I can come up with something if I come up with the free time to build. Space is my thing!

If I do more than one MOC, do all two or three have to be posted at the same time or can it be a gradual entry?

-CF

Gradual's just fine, no worries.

**Sif** · December 9, 2013

I might get back in to System building for this. Sounds like a great contest!

cerebralTurbulence · December 9, 2013

Oh yes, I am so very definitely entering. I just have to decide what color to build in...

.:Yio:. · December 10, 2013

EXCELLENT! Defintely entering this, I was already working on one thing that should be applicable. Mechs are allowed right?

**InnerRayg** · December 11, 2013

EXCELLENT! Defintely entering this, I was already working on one thing that should be applicable. Mechs are allowed right?

Oh yeah, mechs are sweet!

Lyichir · December 11, 2013

Entry Name: Ballad's Bounty
Entry Pic URL: http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3723/11328257775_bc3b562970_c.jpg
Topic URL (if applicable): http://www.bzpower.com/board/index.php?showtopic=11487

**ChocolateFrogs** · December 13, 2013

I like the Miru behind Gary Glee. I figure you'd appreciate someone noticing that.

-CF

**Makaru** · December 13, 2013

I like the Miru behind Gary Glee. I figure you'd appreciate someone noticing that.

-CF

This has absolutely nothing to do with BZPStuck, and your insinuations on it are preposterous.

Waaja · December 16, 2013

Edit: I was kinda away, so I couldn't edit this entry. Everything's basically the same, just changing it to suit the format as provided above and giving the topic URL. Sorry for any trouble!

Entry Name: Zia Zeal's Canomech
Entry Pic URL:http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=6000364
Topic URL (if applicable):http://www.bzpower.com/board/index.php?showtopic=11579

Edited December 22, 2013 by TheTracer

Chro · December 16, 2013

I'd recommend deeplinking the pictures themselves, not just the page with the picture, Tracer. As it is now, we can't view it until it gets approved.

Makuta of Time · December 16, 2013

Can put in a System and a LDD MOC in the contest, or can I just use one? I forgot already. I'll ready have the System MOC pics, so I guess I'll go with that.

**Paleo** · December 17, 2013

Would incorporating HF pieces into a system set be considered "feasible"?

**InnerRayg** · December 17, 2013

Can put in a System and a LDD MOC in the contest, or can I just use one? I forgot already. I'll ready have the System MOC pics, so I guess I'll go with that.

Perfectly fine.

Paleo, there are no part restrictions, so if it's made by Lego I say it's fine.

**Xaeraz** · December 18, 2013

One question on LDD MoCs. If we have a part in a color Lego has not produced it in, is that against the rules? IE, a transparent orange Hero Factory torso.

**InnerRayg** · December 19, 2013

One question on LDD MoCs. If we have a part in a color Lego has not produced it in, is that against the rules? IE, a transparent orange Hero Factory torso.

This contest specifically allows painted parts, or parts otherwise modified with custom stickers and such because the conceit is that it involves the creation of a new line. Therefore parts in new colors are a perfectly viable option, and it will be allowed.

.:Yio:. · December 19, 2013

Alright, all of my 3 entries are here.

First entry

Entry Name: Galaxy Mech
Entry Pic URL: http://i.imgur.com/PPhBO0e.jpg
Topic URL: http://www.bzpower.com/board/index.php?showtopic=11540

Second entry

Entry Name: Mini Tank
Entry Pic URL: http://i.imgur.com/LUwKxxA.jpg
Topic URL: http://www.bzpower.com/board/index.php?showtopic=11541

Third Entry

Entry Name: Land Runner
Entry Pic URL: http://i.imgur.com/XQZz2G3.jpg
Topic URL: http://www.bzpower.com/board/index.php?showtopic=11542

Good luck to everyone else out there!

**InnerRayg** · December 19, 2013

Alright guys, all the new entries have been added to the list, they're looking great!

Big news, and there will be an update to the front page in a little bit, we will officially be extending the contest another week, so it will now end on the 28th. Some people were asking for it, and although all the entries we've gotten are excellent I really would like to have just a few more. Hope this helps!

keiththelegokid · December 20, 2013

this is entry one

E-7UDE's C14 Moon Buggy

http://galaxysquad.us.lego.com/en-us/gallery/8ccd4472-d011-460d-a2e8-2ffb95200c49?index=2&categoryid=b229aaef-c20f-4442-8757-7122703d8068

This is entry two

Garry Glee's Black Shadow

http://galaxysquad.us.lego.com/en-us/gallery/9e211ec5-843d-4cb0-8f4e-3b122afd4f05?index=2&categoryid=b229aaef-c20f-4442-8757-7122703d8068

And this is entry three

Abe Aria's Alien Transporter

http://galaxysquad.us.lego.com/en-us/gallery/398b3834-d21d-427c-9aa2-4ef7a8b32116?index=1&categoryid=b229aaef-c20f-4442-8757-7122703d8068

And if these links do not work here is another that covers all three

http://galaxysquad.us.lego.com/en-us/gallery/my-creations

Note: the minifigs included are just for scale

Edited December 27, 2013 by keiththelegokid

Makuta of Time · December 21, 2013

Entry Name: Gunship V.2

Entry Pic: Here

Topic Link: Here

**InnerRayg** · December 21, 2013

Another small note: If you enter one or two entries at one point in time and then make another one, please go ahead and make a new post but quote the old one instead of just editing your old post so that I'm sure to see it. Thanks guys, and loving all the new entries!

cerebralTurbulence · December 21, 2013

Okay, Entry #1 is Ready!

Burt Ballad's Muscle Cruiser

Entry Pic: http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=6006115

Gallery Link: http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=537619

Also, hurrah for the deadline extension! Now I have time to wrangle a couple more entries!

EDIT: I've changed the pics a bit, now that I've figured out how to take a screenshot without those awful backgrounds.

Edited December 26, 2013 by cerebralTurbulence

Kanakalackin · December 21, 2013

Okay, Entry #1 is Ready!
Burt Ballad's Muscle Cruiser
Entry Pic: http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=6003635
Gallery Link: http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=537619

Also, hurrah for the deadline extension! Now I have time to wrangle a couple more entries!

You might want to deeplink your entry pic. We can't see it right now. :/

**Voxumo** · December 22, 2013

Finnally got my entry done.

Gary Glee's T3-Jet Walker

Entry Pic: http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/voxumo/Gary-Glee/entry_pic.jpg

Gallery Link: http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=537627

Topic Link: http://www.bzpower.com/board/index.php?showtopic=11566

So yeah there we go. First time i have ever done a System-based moc

Edited December 22, 2013 by Voxumo

No longer active · December 22, 2013

Do we have to ask parents permission first?

Waaja · December 22, 2013

Hi Rayg!

Sorry, just edited my entry above, just in case you didn't notice. Everything's the same, just added the topic URL. Thanks!

believe victims · December 22, 2013

Entry Name: Burt Ballad^TM's Space Blazer
Entry Pic URL: Here (or here if necessary)
Topic URL: Here

The reason why I've linked two entry pictures is because I was unsure about the one on the space background. As you can tell by comparing it to the other entry picture, I messed a bit with Photoshop to make the colors a little more true-to-life, but I'm not sure where that falls under the rules against editing the appearance of your MOC. Therefore, if it's against the rules, I ask you use the latter entry picture; if not, I ask that you use the former.

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