Protagonism - KNEX Ball Machine
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Protagonism - KNEX Ball Machine
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My most complex and best k'nex ball machine to date is finally here! This ball machine features 2 networks (2 lifts), 7 paths, and 10 new elements. Be sure to check out my guide to elements to see my new elements at detail.
HERE'S THE VIDEO:
HERE'S THE VIDEO:
Network 1
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This network has 3 paths with Thibaultisthebest's Simple Modified Stepper Lift I modified.
Path 1
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This path features MinnesotaRandomCrap's double dropper and the crankshaft for network 1's lift that pushes back depending on when the balls will get to that point.
Path 2
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This path features 4 new elements: Mario's Randomized Dropper, Mario Kart Paving, Basket (new type), Super stairs. Also features Kairah89's separator (doesn't work so well for me).
Path 3
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This path features 2 new elements: Alternating Stairs and Lid Fall-Through.
Network 2
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This network has an ordinary chain lift and 4 paths.
Path 4
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This path features sandroknexmaster's Horizontal Clickers and the Single-Rail Fall-Through.
Path 5
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This path features 2 new elements: Blue path (my version) and Tippping Fall-Through. Also includes includes Regular Fall-Through.
Path 6
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This path features one of Knextreme's stair types, Large Alternator, Super Path, and Knextreme's Bendy Paving.
Path 7
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This path features 2 new elements: Elastic Panel Maze and Downward Coaster Pathing. Also includes Red (Metallic Green) Rod Fall-Through.