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Noxsapphirus
This build marks the first time I have fully incorporated my own design language into a LEGO creation. It represents a monster inspired by sapphire, and it is intended as the starting point of a series of creatures based on different gemstones.
Historically, sapphire has been associated with the sky and the blue cosmos, and was often regarded as the gemstone closest to the divine. Drawing from this symbolism, I chose black as the primary color for the monster’s body—representing outer space and the night sky—while adding sapphire-inspired decorations throughout the design. To further emphasize its godlike presence, I incorporated a dragon, a creature often imagined as one of the most powerful beings in fantasy.
To recreate the texture of dragon scales, I used a large number of black diamond-shaped elements, creating a sharp yet cohesive surface. For the sapphire details, my initial plan was to rely mainly on trans-light blue bricks and slopes. However, they felt a bit too cheap and flat visually. Instead, I decided to use marbled elements, which I personally love. Their slightly lower transparency adds depth and richness, better evoking the feel of a gemstone. The name of the creature comes from “Nox,” the Latin word for night, and “sapphirus,” the origin of the word sapphire—reflecting both its visual theme and conceptual roots.
During the design process, the Woomy World blog was incredibly helpful. Through his writing, I learned how to verbalize design intent and translate it into thoughtful part selection. In particular, the line beneath the eyes was inspired by his Sand Beast build, which strongly influenced this model’s facial expression.
Noxsapphirus
This build marks the first time I have fully incorporated my own design language into a LEGO creation. It represents a monster inspired by sapphire, and it is intended as the starting point of a series of creatures based on different gemstones.
Historically, sapphire has been associated with the sky and the blue cosmos, and was often regarded as the gemstone closest to the divine. Drawing from this symbolism, I chose black as the primary color for the monster’s body—representing outer space and the night sky—while adding sapphire-inspired decorations throughout the design. To further emphasize its godlike presence, I incorporated a dragon, a creature often imagined as one of the most powerful beings in fantasy.
To recreate the texture of dragon scales, I used a large number of black diamond-shaped elements, creating a sharp yet cohesive surface. For the sapphire details, my initial plan was to rely mainly on trans-light blue bricks and slopes. However, they felt a bit too cheap and flat visually. Instead, I decided to use marbled elements, which I personally love. Their slightly lower transparency adds depth and richness, better evoking the feel of a gemstone. The name of the creature comes from “Nox,” the Latin word for night, and “sapphirus,” the origin of the word sapphire—reflecting both its visual theme and conceptual roots.
During the design process, the Woomy World blog was incredibly helpful. Through his writing, I learned how to verbalize design intent and translate it into thoughtful part selection. In particular, the line beneath the eyes was inspired by his Sand Beast build, which strongly influenced this model’s facial expression.