Just finished Rivendell and I don't know what to do with my hands now
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The LEGO community is abuzz with praise for the recently completed set 10316, Rivendell, as one builder shares their experience and the emotional impact of finishing this impressive model. The builder, /u/Italcan, expressed a sense of longing now that the build is complete, highlighting the set's unique qualities and intricate details.
Set 10316, Rivendell, captivated the builder with its innovative roof techniques and the abundance of hidden details, such as books, food, and a fireplace. Despite initially planning to wait for a sale, the builder was so impressed upon seeing the set in person that they purchased it immediately, without any regrets. The minifigures, particularly Bilbo with the book and the ring, were a highlight. The only minor critique was the desire for more elf minifigures to populate the council scene.
The builder spent three weeks constructing the set, savoring the experience. Now that it's finished, the set takes a prominent place on their shelf, prompting frequent admiration. The builder is already considering the new Tudor Corner modular set to fill the void left by completing Rivendell.
For those who have also built set 10316, Rivendell, you might want to consider adding a LEGO display case to showcase it.
Spent the last three weeks working on 10316 and honestly I think I stretched it out on purpose because I didn't want it to end. I've built some big sets before but this one is just different. The roof techniques alone had me stopping to just stare at how they engineered it. And the amount of little details hidden everywhere, the books, the food on the tables, the little fireplace. I kept finding new stuff even as I was putting the last pieces on. I told myself I'd wait for a sale but I saw it...
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