MOC: Stipahlu the Builder

Stipahlu has been an Okotan builder and mask maker for ages. Long time colleague of Ekimu, the two are separated not by skill but by ideology. Stipahlu believed in the villagers and Protector's of Okoto, and their ability to defend their great island. Stipahlu's distrust of the Prophecy of Heroes was not quelled by the arrival of the Toa, as he bore witness to the ruination they wrought on the land.
With the help of his creature companion Frennak, Stipahlu prepares for the eventual confrontation with the destructive Toa and their allies. All the while, Ekimu hopes that their differences might be put aside.
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[@clfaful]

You know your Moc is heavy when even the secondary leg joints have fiction extenders =P

[@PlayStippling]

+Tristin Fong Hahaha, truth. Good eye for detail.

[@breakneckhighway5096]

I just love the fact that Tahu's using Pohatu as a step stool

[@SamAndDanUNLIMITEDTM]

This moc showcase is so cool. "I am creation and destruction!!". I absolutely love it.

[@PlayStippling]

Glad you liked it! I was a bit disappointed that everyone was so focused on his legs and didn't really give him a chance. My fault though, I need to learn human proportions.

[@SamAndDanUNLIMITEDTM]

+Play Stippling I think the legs are the best feature! It gives him this Optimus prime/Titan stature. Personally I don't think it matters if it's not that humanoid looking.

[@jarodheuer4171]

This is one of the coolest MOCs I have ever seen.

[@PlayStippling]

+Jarod Heuer (RazorBeast1) Thanks Jarod, I'm glad you liked him!

[@98mixmax]

May be the legs are large, yet the height helps to create this feeling of power. Great creation, it looks like a character that I might want to know more about him.

[@PlayStippling]

+98mixmax Thanks 98! I definitely liked that I made his legs longer than is natural, but I believe that (and the consensus does as well) that I may have gone too far. I hope you'll be willing to check out my follow up video that I will be doing in the coming days (hopefully not weeks) that will showcase the changes I made to the legs and I hope you can offer up some feedback! Appreciate the support and glad you liked him!

[@98mixmax]

+Play Stippling a month later, and I'm glad to hear "news" about him. Little modifications can make greater changes, still love the vibe that he creates (it's cool that he is grumpy)

[@everettcootes8999]

I've heard a lot of criticism on stippalus legs, but I don't think they look as bad as everyone says they do. They actually look pretty decent

[@real_Garu]

Not to argue but still legs kinda bad but overall I love the moc

[@shadowwarriors2316]

I actually liked the idea about the blaster top half's being there and the skull spider legs as toenails it adds that extra articulation to Stiphalu's already massive structure but the changes to his hands and back that were done in the Capstone review was definitely needed other than that I would have built Stiphalu with his long and reinforced legs but maybe use black and grey in some places instead of the white parts

[@Moonlit_Snowflake]

i wanted his arms longer

[@shadowwarriors2316]

@@Moonlit_Snowflake they looked fine to me

[@Moonlit_Snowflake]

@@shadowwarriors2316 they felt off, considering the leg length. like if deadpool got maimed down to the shoulders.

[@mocsnation9366]

Your MOC Reviews are really fantastic in their own way! I love the subtle storytelling throughout the video, and the backstory in the beginning. I try to be innovative with my videos, but this is truly amazing... The MOC is also really nice. I really like the weapon connecting feature... Anyways keep up the good work, you earned yourself a new subscriber.

[@PlayStippling]

+Mocs Nation Thanks Mocs! I appreciate the kind words and the subscription!

[@nvshf6732]

I think you are on about the other video about stipahlu

[@godzillacc5]

dude, this moc is so awesome, only thing is the legs are a bit too long, but its overall really impressive, i like it

[@theresathomas4959]

I agree

[@arnaldogonzalez3579]

Me too

[@GIAINHCHIPCHIP]

me three

[@IvoryFoxcat]

me 4

[@discozula4469]

mewtwo

[@owenkonsmo1454]

Alright, I admit it, I was one of the people who hopped on your channel's bandwagon because you had the 2016 summer set reviews. But after seeing this video, I'm very glad that I subbed, because you really are a great MOCer and video maker. This MOC is really creative, especially the little functions like being able to store the hammer on either the hand or the back. The fact that you created a short little animation for it makes the whole thing that much cooler.

[@PlayStippling]

I just saw this comment. Thank you for the fantastic feedback and I'm very glad you found my channel! I hope to continue to deliver quality content that everyone enjoys!

[@feiht9872]

Play Stippling you haven’t posted in 3 years, are you coming back?

[@karmatickiwi]

@@feiht9872 hes back

[@michaelbizley]

truly amazing stuff!!!! so glad to have stumbled across your channel

[@PlayStippling]

+Michael Bizley Thanks Michael, I'm glad you found it too (and more importantly are enjoying it!).

[@gir12301]

This is a really nice MOC! It has a very solid and complete structure, a defining look, and lots of character. I like the unique, alter-humanoid build, and the great use of parts it has. It definitely goes well with your channel.

[@conwolfwolfbane4245]

i love this specific design and wish that exact copy would be out in stores...

[@fenn8636]

I might be a little to late but love the moc, but we'll be waiting for your return, really do miss you and your awesome mocs

[@jesseykollie5691]

That music was amazing with this MOC! I loved how you used it in a forest setting! Also I was fine with the legs, they were a bit tall though.... But the leg remake is still pretty good!

[@thomasreck3001]

The way the weapon connects to the hand is marvellous man

[@PlayStippling]

+thomas reck Thanks Thomas! In practice there are a couple of tweaks I need to modify with the strength of the connectors, but the core concept will remain intact!

[@lucasgondreau7880]

Simply fantastic. The video is actually really epic, it got some adrenaline pumping.

[@funniehatman]

Dude! Frennak looks so weird in his old version. But looks so much better now. Love this moc and I wish to someday build something so amazing. Thanks for all the inspiration stippling.

[@aaappp8417]

Who ele wants a how to build for Stipahlu???

[@noyou.w.6020]

aaa ppp me

[@idekvirsu460]

aaa ppp I build the replica of the stipahlu but the height its 35-37cm

[@FettGaming779]

aaa ppp L

[@crim50nr8er]

HELL YEAH!!!

[@cadl6985]

Now i really like this one. I love the colours, and the build of the hammer and the torso. The mask does seem a tad out of place though, with no silver near it. You could maybe change the white armour plates on the upper arms to silver, or even the shoulder pauldrons. Other than that, i think this is my favourite MOC you have done! Good job!

[@microwolf3422]

This moc is amazing!

[@kojocreations]

Love every thing on this build. You deserve more subscriber!

[@PlayStippling]

+Hendry K Thank you Hendry! The overall interest and support has been overwhelmingly positive thus far! I'm extremely privileged to have the loyal subscribers I do, but more couldn't hurt either! ;)

[@CloverDoesStuff]

That pose with all the Toa looked amazing. I love the voice overs as well!

[@PlayStippling]

Thanks Lyric! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@dinew30]

+Play Stippling is he a good guy or bad guy?

[@4NEhorns]

I can't be the only one who really wants lego to make something like this.. it would be awesome! Character wise as well! Also, nice nod to fenrakk, whether intentional or not :D

[@mikal426]

That video is really one of a kind, love it :D One question, from where do you have all the robot sounds?

[@PlayStippling]

+DisabledChicken I had some from long ago, most of the ones in this video were purchased recently from Audio Jungle.

[@Ayo4000]

Editing

[@Chedda_goblin]

your best one yet! I always come here now for inspiration, thankyou!

[@PlayStippling]

+Ninten Tom Thanks Ninten! I'm very proud to know that the work I do can inspire people.

[@Chedda_goblin]

Yeah, And I was wondering about the hands, can you do a tutorial/guide on them? I've been trying to make a moc with fingers but also can hold weapons. And honestly, this is the best example of it. Is that something you can do?

[@PlayStippling]

+Ninten Tom Absolutely! I'm going to do what I call a "Capstone Review" of this character, and in that video I'll dismantle him a bit to show sections of him. I may also do a different series (name pending) where I'll do little moc tips. The hands may show up in either video, the former will come out much sooner than the latter.

[@Chedda_goblin]

Thankyou! I cannot wait for that! You see, I have recently made a channel called Ninten Tom Two, where I do reviews/MOCS/MOVS for Bionicle, and I wanted to make a really well-built and thought out ccbs Self moc, and the hand thing I was talking about was sought of a main factor as I just came across some old pieces for it, and putting them together now made me realise that I could make it better. So that capstone review would definitely help!

[@cheesekimbap5703]

This is the equivalent to a Titian from 2006! great MOC!

[@PlayStippling]

+Kohalok Dok Thank you very much! I'm glad you like him!

[@braydenmoodie9364]

wow i never even heard about this guy but until now and i wonder why he's creation and distraction at the same time but i love it... and i do hope he's a good guy

[@smolsnek8670]

This is probably the best MOC i've ever seen.

[@PlayStippling]

+Plague Doctor Awesome, thanks so much Plague Doctor! I'm glad that you liked him!

[@smolsnek8670]

No problem! His story is amazing, the design is too and I really like the little pet companion he has!

[@christianpark8261]

The torso, upper arms, mask and hammer are creatively done and look pretty nice! I would recommend changing the lower legs and the lower arms because the bone pieces just don't work with the rest of the MOC, in my opinion. Still, a good start! I would love to see more upgrades with this one and see how that goes!

[@PlayStippling]

+Christian Park Hey Christian, thank you for your feedback! I'm glad you liked quite a number of elements of the design. I've already reworked the legs quite a bit, which you should see in my next Capstone Review, as well as a few smaller changes. I'm not certain I agree with the lower arms section as I really wanted those minimalistic and not extremely built-up, which made the bone-styled bone perfect for that. Again, I greatly appreciate your feedback on him and hope you'll like my next progress update.

[@ilikememes8854]

Aweswome job!

[@patrickvigil22]

Wow dude you got Talent even if I had all of the parts I couldn't have made him

[@delisceum9160]

the music fits perfect

[@joseph4896]

not bad at all; really like the concept and color scheme

[@elenamagarin3308]

i love this moc

[@jaredultimatum]

I just started watching your channel today. I wanted to say its one of the best on youtube. You have inspired me to show off some of my mocs. How do you do your white background and the turntable underneath?

[@evaramli2418]

stipahlu the builder is my favorite i keep watching this video when i get boring

[@dogvtf]

Frennak looked weird back then but now im glad to see him matching stipahlu

[@daniel110gametimeandfunstu3]

that lego that you did is sow cool

[@chibishiro2041]

love the hands!

[@PlayStippling]

+The White Thing Thanks! I was pretty happy with them as well, until I had to go back and put something in them. The connections for the hammer aren't all the optimal, but a work in progress!

[@hollowknightfan2379]

I'm here from the Capstone review. I didn't think his legs could be that bad, but HOLY CRAP they're long. The rest, though? Crushing it.

[@PlayStippling]

Hey! Don't make me feel bad about a five-year old vid. JK you're so right!

[@bioniclegermany3362]

The best bionicle moc!

[@4NEhorns]

Oh and after looking at your custom protectors i understand the backstory :D

[@masonsmocs]

That's a CCBS titan done right I love it

[@PlayStippling]

+Mason Mock Thanks Mason! Glad you liked him!

[@Zosso-1618]

You pretty much gave him an Ultron-esc voice! Great self-MOC!

[@PlayStippling]

+Melon Gaming Glad you liked him! Now I have to go hear what Ultron sounds like haha.

[@AJRoo]

Best...selfmoc...ever!

[@LegsON]

Though not perfect, I'm really impressed!

[@doralaw9990]

Keep up the good work!

[@PlayStippling]

+Dora Law Thank you Dora!

[@coolalexnx9491]

Joke about perditus head cover in introduction is awesome

[@mrpoool1015]

Man I wihsh you would make videos again best bioncile/lego channel

[@jamilaSpiritualmedium]

your amazing i think your mocs are amazing

[@PlayStippling]

+Beautiful Storm Thanks Beautiful! ;)

[@purpleboye_]

That animation is brilliant.

[@PlayStippling]

+Anaru LST Thanks Anaru! It took me a while, and animations/cinematics in this style are definitely not my strong suit, so I'm glad it was fairly well-received.

[@makutaremoris3488]

This is a great self MOC!

[@PlayStippling]

+Makuta Remoris Thank you Makuta!

[@makutaremoris3488]

No problem

[@heraldo6867]

this brings back so many memories of the ccbs build line lol

[@PlayStippling]

+The Pro Strong nostalgia or discontent?

[@heraldo6867]

+Play Stippling strong nostailga

[@GIAINHCHIPCHIP]

thunderthigh is a impressive moc

[@jazzhandss9433]

Nice job dude, very nice. I like how you made him look a big skeletal yet beefy all at the same time. He's very cool and fits the over all them of your channel very well. Also, it seams to me that you want to do stop motion movies with your creations. I got to say, I like that idea a lot.

[@PlayStippling]

+JazzHandss Thanks Jazz! I definitely enjoy the cinematic elements that capture the characters. It gives me a chance to "place them" in the world, and hint at their story significance without having to develop them into a fully-fledged character. I don't know that I would ever do a standalone cinematic story, as they take SO LONG! Oh my gosh, even that little clip at the beginning dragged this video out for so long. Maybe the process would get streamlined over time, but for now it will have to be a bonus for mocs I'm particularly proud of.

[@jazzhandss9433]

I can understand that. All the same, it was a nice little touch at the beginning of your video. I liked it a lot. And hey, if you ever need voices to separate some characters and or you want a back and forth, let me know. I am a voice actor wanna be sort of thing. All the same, I liked the moc a lot, and it's got me thinking of other moc's I wanna make outside of the Toa and creatures I've been making. I've got a few in mind now, all bad guys, and all fun. I might need to take some time out and try to make it. All the same, great job on this guy, and would love to see him with a crew of bad guys behind him.

[@user-wg8ib3rq2y]

Very good

[@sonicbalst77]

Oh. My. God. This is Flippin amazing I like the Resembelance to Umaraks Legs "/

[@PlayStippling]

+GameGuy129 Thank you game! I studied a lot of the custom leg assemblies in CCBS history to try to find appropriate articulation and stability for him.

[@theman-ow4wq]

stippling....this is the best moc ever...I subscribed. Pleeeez try to make a video on how to make stipahlu, I would love that.

[@pholko6993]

he is AMAZING ^^ good job

[@PlayStippling]

+Swamptech Thank you Swamptech! I am glad that you liked him!

[@MyNameIsMana]

thank you but the you're right at 1 thing, it's challenging! :)

[@mr.furious6814]

nice moc dude great style

[@PlayStippling]

+Mr. Furious Why thank you, Mr. Furious. :)

[@mr.furious6814]

+Play Stippling hey I just finished my own self moc I'll be putting it on my channel and sending you a pic hope you like it

[@ValerixGodsDemon]

The intro.. The music.. The style.. God stippling I love your videos.

[@PlayStippling]

+Valerix The GodsDemon Why thank you Valerix! I'm glad they are being enjoyed!

[@ValerixGodsDemon]

And that head dress is just... Awesome! 10/10!

[@PlayStippling]

+Valerix The GodsDemon Thanks! It was a struggle to come up with something unique that still used the current generation masks and head. Tinkered with this for a long time to get it to look right.

[@ValerixGodsDemon]

Well, in my opinion it looks fantastic! You did great man, keep up the good work. I look forward to seeing some more MOCs.

[@danielmerenic8716]

Such a wonderful creation! I want to tell you that I really like all parts, especially hands they are awesome (everyone is arguing about legs which are a bit longer than his body)! Also, I need to point out that your intro is awesome too! Looking forward for your next creation :) Any possibility to make a tutorial for the big guy? :P

[@PlayStippling]

+Merko_SK Thanks for the positive feedback Merko! The hands are probably one of my favorite parts as well. They almost look like fingerless gloves, which I thought worked out perfectly. Yeah the legs are a bit controversial at the moment, I'll just have to tinker with them and come up with something better for next time (for now, I need to work on something else! I've been staring at Stipahlu for too long now!). Glad you like the intros! I like to add extra flair to the videos when appropriate.Most likely won't have a fully-fledged tutorial of him (taking him apart entirely will be a disastrous undertaking!), but I will be making a follow-up video that will address a lot of the comments that were discussed here, and I will also peel away some of the superficial layers of his construction to allow interested parties to see how he's built up. Thanks so much for your support and I hope you like whatever I roll out next! :P

[@user-ki8wg3xm3e]

Thanks a lot man, I consider you as a friend

[@PlayStippling]

+hyria 101 No worries! Happy to help! :)

[@estillnaderman5387]

luv the music im subbing

[@isdaaviaveal3951]

seeing your other video, he is definitely tall like a titan with those legs

[@nomis766]

I feel that if this character was in the actual story, it would be a guardian inside the maze in journey to one as to test the toa's strength not to kill them (plus as food for thought considering that his title is a builder could he have helped in the construction of the Mask Maker's city?)

[@darkfilmsmocing4293]

Nice selfmoc!

[@PlayStippling]

+Darkfilms mocing Thank you Dark! Glad you liked him (me). :)

[@Mobeat1000]

Damn! He looks Awesome :D

[@greengoodguy5501]

His over all design plus the intro skit make him seem like ancient being

[@greengoodguy5501]

Sorta like a good guy version of the fallen from transformers like a good axon

[@PlayStippling]

+Green Good guy A cool comparison! I definitely wanted him to feel like wiser and older to contrast the Toa and their brazen immaturity.

[@MinotaurSauce]

The way you present your MOCs is wonderful, especially with the addition of character scenes and voice acting. I particularly like this character - I presume he's your self-MOC?

[@PlayStippling]

+Lewis Hammond Thanks a bunch Lewis! I'm glad you're enjoying the videos! Yeah he is my self moc, wanted to do something extravagant without making him the biggest, baddest guy ever. He's just a tall lanky dude that likes to build things. Pretty much like me.

[@Sporkmanb]

Jesus Christ those legs like in his 2nd review I know you said the legs were long but I didn't expect this

[@nica1360]

Wow cool

[@cryptic511]

So cool😎

[@cribabey]

Can i make a smaller version of him? Or atleast an good/evil version?

[@vojta5363]

how did you make the arms?

[@user-ly5rw5xs1b]

Super

[@anthonyvis3618]

I think it's design is very complex in a way that you felt comfortable with

[@PlayStippling]

+Anthony Vis Thank you! I tried my best to increase the build complexity without it looking like a jumbled mess.

[@MattyIce337]

Those effects tho!

[@4NEhorns]

Do you plan to upload a video on the updated stipahlu any time soon? Or no?

[@maxieprimo2758]

Wow, nice. Another way to connect a weapon to your custom hand is to use a axlehole with a pinhole in the middle, and connect it to a '3' long axle with a stud on one end, it allows more flex and movement in the hand.

[@PlayStippling]

+Colin McGreevy Interesting alternative. I'm trying to visualize what you're saying and I think I get it. I wonder how stable a heavier weapon would be on a single pinhole, but then again I may be understanding it wrong.

[@maxieprimo2758]

You seem to understand it fine, but the pinhole is very sturdy. I used the technique with a weapon twice the weight of your's.

[@jacobgross7950]

How did younmake the hammer?

[@Neved_mocs]

i really like his leg design

[@connorjohnson6489]

Siiiick

[@rodolfopilozo4842]

I like it

[@rufflerobot]

You need to post more, you are my favorite youtuber

[@indigoblued2343]

I KNOWWWW. HE HASNT UPLOADED IN FOREVERRRRRRRRRRRR

[@fuegonthedragon1057]

He ded

[@_matejos_7695]

Nah

[@rolfrose4507]

I love this moc but you could make the arms maybe a little bit longer just to get them in scale with the legs (only if you want to)

[@SithEmperetor]

How are those hands build? Hammer is covering it too much for me to see :p

[@grimwolf2884]

how did you make the head

[@Jgpgames]

Nice moc! Only question is why are the Toa trying to fight him lore wise? Is he wanted for something?

[@dark_unst-opp-able1473]

i have all the peices to make this guy, os ot pkay if i make a smaller version of thid guy ? that would be great, and can i make a utube video of it, i would link you in the description and stuff

[@juanpaAo]

I see this like 3 years? I dont know but... fuck nostalgia!!! Can you return plz

[@phivieto9319]

What’s the name of the music? I love it so much.

[@omgames3646]

Dem legz is sooo cool

[@heraldo6867]

it is a good moc

[@MyNameIsMana]

how the hell did you do the head i really want to see the vdo where you show how the parts are going

[@PlayStippling]

+FUNGAME 1092 I still aspire to do a follow-up video to this, where I'll hopefully touch more on the construction of him. The headdress/wings are just build around the main headpiece. Was challenging to build with enough space to fit the mask though.

[@agnesgruber7678]

How do you build it?

[@avisuniverse58]

OH MY GOSH ITS AMAZING

[@ericdominguez2577]

how did you make him

[@sasa-bm5he]

Cool

[@PlayStippling]

+Flumo Bionicle Reviews Thanks!