Monster Hobbies 2024 Build A Monster Contest

Hey everybody!

It's time once again for the Build A Monster Contest. All your favorite categories are back, along with a very exciting special category!

This year, we're going to have a real "Blast” as our special theme is Post-Apocalyptic Wastelands!

You can use any model kits that fit the theme, including those featuring zombies, monsters, mutants, vehicles, and survivor figures. These models can be displayed as "Stand Alone” or integrated into a diorama!

These can be from any post-apocalyptic setting and theme such as seen in Fallout, Mad Max, Gaslands, Mutant Year Zero, Children of Men, The Walking Dead, and Z Nation.

For Online Contestants:

Simply send 4 good pictures of your models to ursulescu@yahoo.com with a description of what you did to your model and which category it is in.

The online deadline is midnight Thursday, October 31^st 2024 - Alberta time.
Winners will be announced by Sunday, November 3^rd 2024 on our new Facebook Business Page.
Online entry payment can be made through PayPal or by clicking on our "CONTEST ENTRY FEES AND RULES” section on our web store. - $5.00 per entry

Categories

1. MonMH1 - Out Of The Box Builds: Any kit built right out of the box (OTB).

2. MonMH2 - Concepts and One of a Kinds: Replace a few parts on your "OTB."

3. MonMH3 - Totally Wild: Ed Roth, Dave Deal, and other cartoon kits.

4. MonMH4 - Monster Figure Diorama: Where does your monster live? Show us!

5. MonMH5 - Creepy Cars: Ecto 1, Hearse, Mystery Machine, and more.

6. MonMH6 - Haunted Houses: Bates Motel, Psycho House, and more.

7. MonMH7 - Science Fiction Figures: Any sci-fi themed models.

8. MonMH8 - Science Fiction Vehicles: Custom sci-fi vehicles.

9. MonMH9 - Evil Wargaming Minis: Gaming figures.

10. MonMH10 - Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Scenes: Any dino-themed models.

11. MonMH11 - Heroes and Superheroes: Superhero themed figures.

12. MonMH12 - Figure Busts: Full-size head and shoulders.

13. MonMH13 - Annual Special Subject: This year’s theme: Post-Apocalyptic Wastelands.

Hope to see your entry and have a fun contest!

Special Theme: Post-Apocalyptic Wastelands

This year’s special theme invites contestants to explore the thrilling world of Post-Apocalyptic Wastelands. Here’s what you can include in your entries:

Theme Overview:

• Concept: Dive into settings that showcase the aftermath of catastrophic events, where survival is the primary goal.

Inspiration:

Draw from popular post-apocalyptic stories and media such as:

• Video Games: Fallout, Mad Max, Gaslands, Mutant Year Zero

• Movies: Children of Men, The Road

• TV Shows: The Walking Dead, Z Nation

• Music: "Mad World" by Gary Jules, "The Sound of Silence" by Disturbed

Entry Ideas:

• Zombies: Include models of the undead, whether in hordes or as standalone figures.

• Monsters: Bring to life terrifying creatures that roam the wasteland.

• Mutants: Showcase unique and twisted beings that have adapted to the harsh environment.

• Cyborgs: Create models featuring cyborg characters that blend human and machine, showcasing the future of survival in a devastated world.

• Vehicles: Create custom vehicles suited for a post-apocalyptic world, perfect for traversing desolate landscapes.

• Survivor Figures: Represent those who endure in these hostile settings, highlighting their resourcefulness and resilience.

Presentation Options:

• Stand Alone Models: Create impressive individual models that capture the essence of the theme.

• Diorama Creations: Construct scenes that encapsulate the chaos, beauty, and survival instincts of a post-apocalyptic world.

Sources For Model Kits

• Zombie Figures: Zombie kits from companies like Zvezda, Mantic Games, or 1/72 scale zombie figures from various manufacturers.

• Post-Apocalyptic Vehicles: Modified kits of vehicles from brands like AMT, Revell, Air Fix, or custom builds using parts from various model kits.

• Monsters: Model kits from companies like Monogram, Aurora, or contemporary kits from Creature Caster, Warlord Games, and Games Workshop (40K and Chaos sets).

• Cyborgs: Kits from companies like Hasegawa, Tamiya, Master Box, or scratch-built creations that combine human figures with robotic elements.

• Survivor Figures: Figures from companies like Master Box Models, Warlord Games, Games Workshop, or assorted 1/72 scale survivors from various model manufacturers.

• Diorama Creations: Combination of kits from all categories above, alongside terrain pieces from companies like Woodland Scenics or custom diorama accessories.