Swert Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 (edited) Been waiting a long time to post this here...Click for more photos. Warning, files are large (4000x3000 pixels) I took this little number to BrickCon, and got positive reviews by a few members (including Binkmeister). Obviously next to the epic Bionicle MOCs, this had no chance in the public, but they -did- see it. This utilizes SNOT (Studs Not On Top) technique and a hollow center. It's super durable, and a lot bigger than you might think (nearly 6 inches cubed). Thoughts? Edited October 14, 2011 by Swert Quote
Chols Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 I really do think this came out very good. It's pretty much spot-on with the CGI cube model. Though I still think you should make a light-up version lol Quote Latest MOC: Ol' Dusty
Nuju Metru Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Your gallery of images will be a lot more visually accessible if the images aren't all 4000 pixels wide. That kind of loading time, and the images act as a deterrent. But, from what I can see from this preview photo, it looks nice. Clean, accurate to the real cube, and all that. The interlocking surfaces idea is clever, too. I think though that the cube could maybe look even nicer in smooth plates, if that's possible, rather than studded ones. Overall, cool concept for a MOC, and executed well. Quote
Astrotorical Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 It is an excellent MOC, an inspiration. Using this system i think your next model should be the Mata Nui stone, ive always wanted to see something like that Quote axonn, trying to excape my signature
Eeko Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Now you just need to get a light bulb in there and see if it'll glow. :lol:You should try and make the pieces that fit over it to make a sphere, I forget what there called though. Quote
The 1st Shadow Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Woah! That is amazing! How long did it take you to make this? I once wanted to make a smaller version like this, but I never got around to it. Anyway, 10/10 Very detailed and accurate! Good job! Quote ~Your friendly, neighborhood Shadow ~Credit for Avatar and Banner goes to NickonAquaMagna~
Swert Posted October 14, 2011 Author Posted October 14, 2011 I really do think this came out very good. It's pretty much spot-on with the CGI cube model. Though I still think you should make a light-up version lolPerhaps in revision #2 : D Your gallery of images will be a lot more visually accessible if the images aren't all 4000 pixels wide. That kind of loading time, and the images act as a deterrent. But, from what I can see from this preview photo, it looks nice. Clean, accurate to the real cube, and all that. The interlocking surfaces idea is clever, too. I think though that the cube could maybe look even nicer in smooth plates, if that's possible, rather than studded ones. Overall, cool concept for a MOC, and executed well.I'm actually going to transition myself over to Flickr from now on, that way I won't have to keep resizing my pics, plus the service works a lot better. But thanks for the comments and suggestion : D It is an excellent MOC, an inspiration. Using this system i think your next model should be the Mata Nui stone, ive always wanted to see something like thatMata Nui stone, SNOT? Oh yeah, doable. Though I may try something a bit more.. challenging. How about a studs-up Matoran bamboo disk? I'd just need to pick a mosaic for its center... Now you just need to get a light bulb in there and see if it'll glow. You should try and make the pieces that fit over it to make a sphere, I forget what there called though.The Nuva Symbols, and yeah they were discussed. Woah! That is amazing! How long did it take you to make this? I once wanted to make a smaller version like this, but I never got around to it. Anyway, 10/10 Very detailed and accurate! Good job! Thanks for the comment : D Yeah, I've made a smaller version which was studs-up, it's based on Binkmeister's design, but this one is just more awesome to me. I've begun working at the City Blocks LEGO art studio again, so I expect I'll have more access to material over time. For now, I'm limited to whatever I can get my hands on. Quote
Astrotorical Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Bamboo disk? why not a Kanoka disc? Quote axonn, trying to excape my signature
Obsessionist Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Plates would make this look alot better, but of course, it is epic as-is! Quote
Meiko Posted October 14, 2011 Posted October 14, 2011 Seems okay. Is it hollow on the inside? Also, great perspective (my Engineering Design teacher would love it! )! About how thick are the sides, and how much does it weigh? Quote -- Meiko - @georgebarnick LUG Ambassador and administrator at Brickipedia News reporter and database administrator at Brickset Administrator at BIONICLEsector01 DISCLAIMER: All opinions and contributions made under this account are based solely on my own personal thoughts and opinions, and in no way represent any of the above groups/entities. If you have any concerns or inquiries about the contributions made under this account, please contact me individually and I will address them with you to the best of my ability.
Swert Posted October 14, 2011 Author Posted October 14, 2011 Bamboo disk? why not a Kanoka disc?Can -you- find that much GITD plate? :PBut yeah, I could do that too, if I make it in white. Quote
Creep Of The Deep Posted October 15, 2011 Posted October 15, 2011 I need to see some size comparison pics, but otherwise it's a really darn good MoC. But I thought the Nuva Cube was a rather grey-ish colour? Anyway, good MoC. Now do ten more Quote Do not trust corrupted memories.
Swert Posted October 15, 2011 Author Posted October 15, 2011 Oh right, size!http://www.majhost.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=251495Just go there Quote
Tenebrae Invictus Posted October 15, 2011 Posted October 15, 2011 "But there's studs on top" Looks epic, Swert. Somehow that white looks like glows. Maybe that's just me. Quote Up, down, turn around, please don't let me hit the ground
Archer Vonn Posted October 15, 2011 Posted October 15, 2011 are you a wizard like seriously i just nostalgia'd all over my keyboard. its to scale, its accurate, its gonna be mine. great job. i offer five dollars. Quote 3DS: 3711-9364-3152 PSN: AidecVoros
Sumiki Posted October 15, 2011 Posted October 15, 2011 Brilliant rendition of the Cube, Swert. I do believe that the overall feel of the MOC would be improved if the studs were not showing with a thin layer of black tiles on them. Right now, I see a little bit of both. Quote avatar by Lady Kopaka
Swert Posted October 15, 2011 Author Posted October 15, 2011 (edited) are you a wizard like seriously i just nostalgia'd all over my keyboard. its to scale, its accurate, its gonna be mine. great job. i offer five dollars.That's over $30 in material alone Edited October 15, 2011 by Swert Quote
christo1096 Posted October 16, 2011 Posted October 16, 2011 Nice nuva cube, very like the texture, maybe you can upgrade it using black and white tile to make it more sleek Quote Flickr l BShelf l Latest MOC
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