That's right, the rumors are true! Coming soon to a work bench near you! The Weekend Group Build is back! Amaze your friends, amaze your family! Become a Modeling god amongst mere mortals! How do I do this you ask? It's simple, finish a model within the time allotted. But Buddy, you say, I can do that with any group build. True, you can, just about anyone can (your not so humble author is the exception rather than the rule). However, I'm not asking for 12 months or six months, I want one weekend. That's right, 48 hours no more, no less (unless you've got a really, really, really good reason/excuse). I know you're thinking, but I need two months to research and gather every bit of aftermarket I can find, and at least 3-6 months to build, and another 2-3 months to paint and weather. This ain't that kind of build. This is an all out, full scale, brute force, blow out the cobwebs, get something done build. However the rules don't preclude overly difficult builds, so if you think you can pull it off in a weekend we'll be here to root you on. Since the "R" word has been mentioned, the rules are as follows:
1. You have 48 hours. If you start at 5:00 pm on Friday, you've got until 5:00 pm on Sunday.
2. Have fun.
3. The kit MUST NOT be started. You can unwrap it and sniff the plastic, but that's it.
4. Take pics, lots of pics. Most people put their cell phone with clock and calendar showing to document their progress. A proof of nonstartedness is required.
5. Have fun.
6. Pick something you can finish. However, there are some modelers whose eyes are bigger than their stomachs and they end up biting off more than they can chew. If you're such a person, and you think you can pull off that I'll fitting flashfest that Mach Two calls a model, we'll pop some popcorn and cheer you on.
7. Have fun.
8. Aftermarket- as much as you care to use. Just remember, you've got 48 hours.
9. Have fun.
10. Crossovers allowed.
Start date:26 November. I know it is Thanksgiving weekend for those of us in the US, but being FSM Land is international, it's as good a day as any (however, if the demand is there, 19 Nov. may become the start date). This build usually peters out around Christmas, so you have several weekends to choose from. I understand that not everyone works a standard work week. If you have your days off in the middle of the week, go for it. We'll be watching. Most of all, have fun!
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