About Josh

Josh is 30+ years old and has more Lego than he has hair. Which really isn't saying much. He builds mostly medieval creations, but dabbles in other genres. He is also a father and uses his kids as an excuse to buy Lego. That justification isn't working as well as it used to, so if you can think of a better justification, feel free to contact him. Meanwhile, back at the ranch, Josh's Brickshelf gallery gets messier and messier. Josh also has a Flickr gallery, if you care about such things. He goes by the name "floodllama" there. If you wonder why he goes by "floodllama", you've obviously never owned a llama in flood. Josh feels sorry for you.

Posts by Josh

Hysleria – a wicked display of texture

This evil warrior, by Mitch (Gamma-Raay), is loaded with all sorts of incredible detail and textures. The builder did an excellent job of seamlessly integrating a variety of parts into a cohesive whole. The finished effect is an incredible piece of art.

Hysleria

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Nagas the Basilisk

Mike Nieves is rocking the bionicle with this build. The colors really pop, especially that red pinstripe down the tail, and the sculpting on the legs really gives it a powerful looking stance.

Nagas the Basilisk

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Black Hollow

César Soares is the mastermind behind this lovely medieval village. I really like how each of the houses is distinct but fit together so well. Also, while I normally don’t like borders, it actually works really well her, as it highlights the absence of straight lines elsewhere in the build. I like it. I really do.

Black Hollow

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Torgrar the Clobberer

I like this guy. My family comes from the same general vicinity and I’m sure my ancestors were much like him. Well, probably more like the boneheaded companions mentioned in the description, but I digress. The Deathly Halliwell did a great job sculpting this figure. Naturally the torso stands out, but I also really like the face. The use of dark tan for the beard makes for a nice subtle effect and the dumbfounded look on his face is priceless!

Torgrar the Clobberer

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Sora Vic Viper

There is some really nice color-blocking on this Vic Viper, by Kyubi. I really like how the white outlines make the rest of the colors really pop. Also, the details and textures that have been worked in here are really exceptional. Lastly, if you look really close, you will see some really cool parts-usage. Some of my favorites are the skis and ski-poles.

Sora VV

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LEGO Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy

Sean and Steph Mayo just posted the most adorable Baby Groot (Sapling Groot?) ever. It was for a commission and I have to say that the new owner is very, very fortunate. I am Groot!

Baby Groot

You should also check out two other versions by Jack M and Tyler. We’ve highlighted Tyler’s Groot before, but missed the boat on Jack’s.

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LEGO Star Wars Book Roundup [Review]

LEGO recently sent us four Star Wars books, published by Dorling-Kindersley. They are LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia,LEGO Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary: Updated and Expanded,LEGO Star Wars: The Dark Side,and LEGO Star Wars: The Yoda Chronicles.If you own any of these books, feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments, whether you agree with us or not!

Continue reading

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Fire Bucket Hot Rod

Sm 01 has turned out this awesome Model T Hot Rod. Not only is a beauty but it’s motorized as well. Check out the video for all the features.

Hot rod - Fire bucket

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Alina the Steampunk

Eero Okkonen (Pate-keetongu) built her and she is something special. We’ve seen quite a few wonderful figures similar to this one but the face puts her over the top. I have to say that the use of ‘batarangs’ was truly inspired!

Alina

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Kraken Attack!

This scene of oceanic doom, built by Hen Peril, has a great sense of action going on. I love the chaotic feel and the convincing poses of the figures. Unfortunately, I don’t think they stand a chance!

Side view

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Amazon LEGO deals for Black Friday 2014: Ninjago, Friends, Star Wars and More

Amazon has more LEGO sets on sale, ready and waiting for Black Friday.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Gathering, normally $69.99, is on sale for $63.19.

The Star Wars Rancor Pit, normally $59.99, is on sale for $41.99.

The Ninjago Ultra Sonic Raider, normally $79.99, is on sale for $58.99.

The Friends Dolphin Cruiser, normally $69.99, is on sale for $59.99.

The Star Wars AT-AT, normally $109.99, is on sale for $99.97.

The Friends Sunshine Ranch, normally $69.99, is on sale for $63.99.

The Ninjago Epic Dragon Battle, normally $119.99, is on sale for $81.99.

The Friends Heartlake Shopping Mall, normally $109.99 , is on sale for $99.99.

LEGO City’s Police Station, normally $99.99, is on sale for $84.97.

Happy Shopping!

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Straight to the Heart

Gil is churning out great builds, one after the other, in the current Iron Builder challenge. This set of medical equipement is disturbingly life-like. Those pills are especially well made. It makes me want to eat my apple a day and keep the doctor away!

Say Ahh!!!

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