Reasonably Clever

A new Reasonably Clever Adventure

Christopher Doyle — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:47:16 +0000

I’ve been collecting LEGO’s line of “Collectible Minifigures” since series one. They’re up to series ten now. And, being an OCD competitionist when it comes to these things, I have to complete my collection.

There are a few problems with Series 10 – not the least of which is LEGO’s decision to include an ultra-rare chase figure, “Mr. Gold”, who is limited to a 5,000 figure worldwide release.

There is also the normal problem that the sixteen readily-available figures are randomly packed in sealed baggies.

How many packs will it take for me to complete even the basic set?

Well, let’s find out together.

Every day I’ll post the results of one more packet of LEGO Collectible Series 10 mayhem at ReasonablyClever.Tumblr.com. I’ll document with photos and commentary, sharing my thoughts about the figures as they’re revealed.

By day 30 I’ll also likely be spending a lot of time bitching about how much money I’ve spent trying to complete this set.

It’s bound to be an adventure, anyway. Hope to see you there!

#1466 – But what is “normal”?

Christopher Doyle — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Because a long hiatus has worked so well in getting Denizens done.

Building Again

Christopher Doyle — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:39:53 +0000

After a very long break I’m starting to build with LEGO again. My first effort wasn’t very original, though.

A friend requested a copy of RGB900′s LEGO DSLR camera model. I figured reverse engineering a complex custom model like this would be a good way to remind myself of all the building techniques that I’ve forgotten.

(Click on the pic to see a few more shots in my Flickr photostream)

It took four hours or so to complete, mainly because I’ve recently moved my workshop to the basement and I couldn’t find where stuff was easily. (Organizing the workshop is pretty low on my to-do list at the moment, but it’s a bit higher now than it was this morning.)

I did also build a display rack for the Series 10 minifigures. More on that adventure will be posted tomorrow.

#1465 – I’ll drink to that

Christopher Doyle — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Well, isn’t this cheerful?

#1464 – Is that how that saying goes?

Christopher Doyle — Thu, 09 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Is it making excuses if it’s the truth?

#1463 – It’s not 42

Christopher Doyle — Tue, 07 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

If this strip were animated, Whiskey would be gesturing wildly with his bottle in the first panel. Didn’t quite manage to capture that in the still.

#1462 – Dirty Laundry

Christopher Doyle — Sun, 05 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

True story. I went looking for another t-shirt for mini-Doyle to show up wearing, but couldn’t locate any. The tux torso was the first I found that wasn’t completely nonsensical.

#1461 – Drip Dry

Christopher Doyle — Fri, 03 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Let’s hope I get back quicker this time.

#1460 – Recursive

Christopher Doyle — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Yes, an actual comic update. I actually have four more in the queue after this, too.

I’m also working on the new content – did some bootleg photos last night, and I’ve actually been building things in my workshop.

So. Yeah.

And me? I’m super. Thanks for asking.

Site News: Ch-ch-ch-changes

Christopher Doyle — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:26:19 +0000

I’m working on some big changes to Reasonably Clever. I’m going to start focusing more on writing reviews (both LEGO and Bootleg), documenting building techniques, and generally trying to make this site back into something I enjoy rather than something I just feel obligated to do.

The comic will continue to be updated, but will likely be going on a few month’s worth of hiatus at episode #1500 unless something really inspires me.

Anyway, keep an eye out as I slowly roll out new features and content. And if you have suggestions as to the sort of things you’d like to see here…well, now’s the time to mention them in the comments.