Anatomy of a Ship.

Consider my mind blown - Peter Reid (legoloverman)has done it again with a fantastic new Space creation...but with a twist. Here we see a Neo-Classic Space vessel under construction, appearing as if it just needs the metallic skin to cover its innards.

Dr. S.

Hr-18 Interceptor.

The Hr-18 Interceptor by Dr. X. is a multi-role craft, capable of carrying a variety of ordnance.


I love the two-man cockpit on this model, and the lovely curve in front of the wing - I bet this is an awesome swoosher.

Dr. S.

ARGENT Class APC

This cool APC by mondayn00dle really looks the part but wait...what's that on those wheel arches? Castle pieces? Brilliant use of some parts that others might find somewhat Less Than Useful.

It gets even better when you click further and see the nifty steering incorporated into this MOC.

Dr. S.

Steeple Brink Cove & Cruel Coppinger

I like Pirates stuff, but I don't build in the theme, so on that basis you could probably say that Pirates aren't really "my thing" - but I do like this little cove by Derfel Cadarn.


I especially like the brick effect on the pier - I know this is not a new method, but I do think it is particularly effective here.

The whole hustle and bustle of the scene with the rocks either side makes this an immediate fave'.

Dr. S.

LEGO Monster lives up to his name!

The LL-998 "Sapphire Condor" is an immense ship - and I should know, I had the pleasure of spending several hours in the company of the vessel and its creator Ed Diment (aka LEGO Monster) today to take these photos, and make a cool video of its secret feature...



The craft is really heavy, and massive, but still easily swooshable with the inclusion of two "handles" atop the main superstructure - these handles run down through the framework of the ship, making it quite safe to pick up and blast the enemy!

Seriously, check out the photos, there's a LOT of lovely detail here...

Rail-y good!

If anyone else has ever come up with as innovative a use for curved rails as this fantastic spaceship by Stuart Crawshaw - then I've yet to see it. The craft, part of the Neo-Classic Space March event, just oozes yumminess all round, from the beautiful engines to the main hull, and of course those awesome wings. Top marks!

Whirlpool of doom!

The pirates in this scene by SlyOwl are in a spot of bother - not only are their sails tattered and torn, their supplies overboard, but they are destined to end their days at the bottom of the ocean, spiralling down to the sea bed in a gigantic whirlpool... Lovely stuff.

The car of the future!

This lovely red futuristic car by Nannan is almost too gorgeous for words - the colours are so striking, the parts use so original - I fell in love with it immediately. In fact, I can't stop looking at it! The front "wheel" made from an Indiana Jones "boulder" is unique.

Neo-Classic Space Supply Ship.

This fantastic supply ship by Serrater in Classic Space livery features a unique double cockpit design and a detachable magnetic cargo pod - just the sort of thing our boys on the front lines of exploration need to keep them going! Check out the massive bank of engines at the rear.

Jordan invites us to get stuffed.

This gruesome but very atmospheric little scene by Jordan Schwartz (aka SirNadroj) almost looks like it's part of a competition to include every type of LEGO animal ever made. I particularly like the fireplace and the antlers of the deer on the chimney breast.

After 30 years...it's time to return.

March 2009 sees the 30th anniversary of the original Classic Space sets from LEGO. Now, three decades on, it’s time for a celebration of spacey goodness at www.neoclassicspace.com.

Neo-Classic Space is a reimagining of the LEGO Classic Space range, using modern building techniques and parts. More than just inspired by the Classic Space sets, Neo-Classic Space is an extrapolation of the line into the 21st century and beyond. We aim to follow a carefully thought standard, which we feel is in keeping with the original designs.

The culmination of a top-secret project planned over many months, www.neoclassicspace.com will present a new model every day throughout March, many from builders you already know and love, some from new talent you may not have discovered.

This is only the beginning. It is time to retake space. We hope you’ll come along for the ride!

Mini 10195.

I've always admired Tim Goddard's superb micro Star Wars vehicles and dioramas. Here's his solution to anyone who might be strapped for cash to buy the new 10195 Republic Dropship with AT-OT.

Rocket Science.

This retro' style rocket by Fazoom is super-swooshable and very pleasing to the eye. The curved wingtips are a particularly nice touch as is hinged cockpit which may not open the way you would expect...

Corfe Castle Station WIP.

This beautiful railway station by Carl Greatrix is still a WIP (Work In Progress) but it's still way better than anything I could hope to achieve and I couldn't help but blog it here. Check out the lovely arch above the window, the green drainpipes, it all adds up to a MOC which is simply gorgeous and I can't wait to see it finished.

Ralph's Minifigs travel in real comfort.

Ralph Savelsberg's green Minifig scale green coach is the business - complete with "rabbit ear" wing mirrors, ingenious working doors and two rows of seating inside. I just hope those seats aren't covered with that sticky stuff that was always there when I went out on a school trip...

Staff Member: Doctor Sinister

NAME: Doctor Sinister

POSITION: Expert

SITUATED: Secret Island Base (alright, it's in the UK)

ACTUAL NAME: Andrew John Summersgill

INTERESTS: World Domination, Cats, Beans on Toast, Sci-Fi (esp. Doctor Who but lots of other stuff too), Military History

FAVOURITE BOOKS: The Forever War, Starship Troopers, the Honor Harrington books by David Weber, novels by John Wyndham

FAVOURITE MUSIC: The Doors, Nirvana, various Britpop artists, Coldplay

FAVOURITE FILMS: Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Apocalypse Now, Blade Runner, Reservoir Dogs

Doctor Augustus Julius Sinister IV is a 37 year old evil genius intent on absolute universal domination.  Part-man, part-machine, part LEGO (he swallowed a small piece as a child), he somehow manages to occupy the same brain as his more down-to-Earth alter ego, Andrew Summersgill, although it's getting a bit fraught in there and the legroom leaves much to be desired.

Both Andrew and his evil counterpart are LEGO obsessed and between them they have a permanent LEGO town (Tabletown) in their garage which is used as a testbed for future world domination experiments.  The space beneath Tabletown is also a good place to hide from local law enforcement authorities when they come to pay a visit.

With an unending series of clones to replace him, Doctor Sinister is seemingly immortal and invincible - his one weakness being his penchant for cloning genetically modified and cybernetically enhanced Allosaurs as "pets". Rumour has it that an accident with one of these creatures is the cause of his cybernetic eye and robotic arm, but such stories are strenuously denied - on pain of death.

Andrew meanwhile is a staff member at Brickset and a regular contributor to displays hosted by his LUG, the Brickish Association (http://www.brickish.org/).

-Contact Doc at doc@brickspace.org 

-Doc's website is http://www.tabletown.co.uk 

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