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September 2003
More MOCs, More Madness
Anthony 30 IX 03

Leonard Hoffman has given us and update to his creations. Check 'em out... if you dare!

Classic-Castle.com is not responsible for any damages or injuries resulting from any temporary insanity or uncontrolable mirth that may result from viewing these creations. You have been warned. Really. This is crazy stuff. Don't check it out. Stay away. Oh no! He's coming! I gotta sign off before he catches me! Send help! NOOOO!!! Oh gosh it hurts!!!


Weekly Set Review: Siege Tower
Ben E. 29 IX 03

Join the weekly Classic Castle set review discussion. Please post your opinions on the set play ability, piece selection, design, etc. Which sets stand up to our catapult of critique and which ones crumble in shame!

This week's set is 6061 Siege Tower.

Siege Tower, released in 1984, included a hinged wall section, a rolling siege tower with a drawbridge, a ladder to scale the wall, a knight, an archer, and two foot soldiers. Siege Tower is an extremely useful set...


New Creations by James Stacey
LAH 25 IX 03

James Stacey was inspired by Jon Furman to make similiar type houses. He didn't even know he was building within the CCC style until recently. James takes the style a bit further by adding arched walkways through his houses. There are three of many.


New Creations by Don and Lenny
LAH 25 IX 03

Don Cox posted his CCC version of the Black Monarch's Castle, and Lenny Hoffman posted four new CCC shops. Be sure to check them out, and you can discuss them in the CCC Forums.


Discuss Accessories, Minifigures, and Bulk Packs
Ben E. 24 IX 03

Please post your thoughts on these topics: accessories, minifigures, and bulk packs. Be aware that the LEGO Company does not accept product ideas from outside the company.

But post your feedback on current products and things that you would like to see in the future.


CCC History Posted
LAH 23 IX 03

Lenny Hoffman was good enough to write a brief history of the CCC and the idea of standards in the Castle Community in general. Of course, if he made any mistakes, or left out your priceless contribution, be sure to send him hate mail.


Weekly Set Review: Bull's Attack
Ben E. 22 IX 03

Join the weekly Classic Castle set review discussion. Please post your opinions on the set play ability, piece selection, design, etc. Which sets stand up to our catapult of critique and which ones crumble in shame!

This week's set is 6096 Bull’s Attack.

Bull’s Attack, an impressive siege weapon collection, was released in 2000. It features two catapults, a canon, a battering ram/siege tower, a knight, two soldiers, and one prisoner...


Custom Castle Updated!
Ben E. 21 IX 03

Check out this library of all Custom Castle sets that have been produced. See the amazing sets that AFOL's have produced. Reviews will be added at later date. All images are © by the set creator and have been used with permission.

All custom sets, except Woodcutter's Cabin, are out of production. So don't bother the custom set designers when you want a Tower of Vlad Dracula!


Lexicon: A-B
by Kevin Blocksidge 20 IX 03

Ever wonder what a machicolation is? Do you get the words 'crenel' and 'merlon' mixed up? Here you will find the first in a series of articles dealing with many terms relevant to castles. Each term is accompanied by a simple definition and an illustration made out of LEGO.


Creating trees and foliage, not just for deities any more
by Anthony Sava 20 IX 03

Not everyone lives on flat, featureless grassy plains. So stop pining for foliage and spruce up your landscapes with designs that won't leaf you in a birch!


Many More Marvelous MOCs, Man!
Anthony 17 IX 03

This time Eric Brok and Juan Cuello are up! Check em out on the Creations page! And if you don't, may your armpits be infested by the fleas of a thousand camels!


Weekly Set Review: Black Falcon's Fortress
Ben E 15 IX 03

Join the weekly Classic Castle set review discussion. Please post your opinions on the set play ability, piece selection, design, etc. Which sets stand up to our catapult of critique and which ones crumble in shame!

This week’s set is 6074/10039 Black Falcon’s Fortress.

This long time favorite was originally released in 1986. The fortress features a symmetrical tower façade, back tower with yellow "Tudor"-wall panel, a drawbridge, hinge opening design, two knights, two archers, and two spearmen...


Creations and Stories Updated
Anthony 15 IX 03

Two new members have joined C-C.C to show off their creations! Check out the Creations Page to take a look at Johannes Koehler's stuff! I highly recommend it. Really. Go there. Go there now.


Greetings and Salutations!
The CC Team 14 IX 03

Welcome to Classic-Castle.com, your one stop for all your LEGO Castle needs! Here at Classic-Castle.com, we are committed (or perhaps we should just be committed) to providing you all the resources for building not only castles, but all sorts of creations ranging from farms and livestock, to magical towers and beasts.
Just click on one of the links to the left to take advantage of what we have to offer.


New Fall Catalogue
Ben E 14 IX 03

Check out the Fall 2003 Shop at Home Castle pages!

Picture © LEGO


Model Castle Openings
by Lenny Hoffman 5 IX 03

Having detailed interiors is a great way to add depth and character to your creations. However, having creations that open up pose a number of problems. There are two main methods of getting your buildings to open. Having the roof lift off or the walls hinge open.



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