Sea Monster + Island Outpost | Resin Art Diorama

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We are back in the West this week-very far west-the Gold Coast, in fact. On an isolated rock formation a little ways off the shore, lies a solitary outpost operated by an equally solitary proprietor. The setting is beautiful, but these dangerous waters are occupied by more than sea lions and sharks.
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[@NorthoftheBorder]

Meatloaf trays and wormie dealies? This is my kinda project.

[@thebosley4103]

NOTB! The legend speaks

[@markzambelli]

May he rest in peace🦇😈

[@nothingsurprisesmeanymore]

Yes a nod to Meatloaf himself rip

[@PuggleStudiosOG]

3 comments what

[@vincentwatego5077]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 love it

[@shaneflickinger]

I was initially imagining the building as a weather or communications station. However, upon seeing the final diorama I imagine that it is actually a remote scientific outpost, dedicated to studying the weird monsters that live in the ocean of your world. In suitable pulp style, I imagine the scientist was trying to attract a specimen to study, and got more than they bargained for. Great build!

[@SH-qs7ee]

And that could be what the bit sticking out to the side is; I thought it looked like an old hoist or winch, it could be what they use to either lower bait down or hook monsters for study.

[@THESLlCK]

@@SH-qs7ee or it's just a rudimentary emergency lighthouse on some small but dangerous rock patches that would sink literally anything at night

[@amyfox4603]

Big wordz 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@amandamuscle6408]

power station

[@niamhdwyer5237]

Dredge vibes

[@trentpelletier1477]

This might be my favorite build yet. In my mind the outpost is like a lighthouse but they have sufficient enough technology that it's just a point of interest that gets broadcasted out to boats as a little blip via a radar map, there can be plenty around the coast to map out badlands or just guide boats to ports

[@rons5438]

That was my thought too, like exactly what I was thinking, so much so that it was scary to read this post. ...

[@ReunionProximus]

Yeah, exactly my thoughts :)

[@earlware4322]

Exactly! Like a lighthouse, but with a radio tower instead. Maybe it sends out the tide reports and includes sea monster sightings to warn passing ships of various water hazards along the coastline. "Increased sea snake activity off the coastline of Crystal Point. Be alert, it's mating season for the Rhino Crab, so watch out for randy crustaceans around the Stoney islands...", etc.

[@bararmgaming7632]

damn it. i was about to write that.

[@tankythemagnorite9855]

Radars and broadcasting is a bit too technologically advanced for the insane West. I'd rather he did it with messenger birds, or a giant megaphone-like contraption. Think of the storm ear from HTTYD. And a giant lamp for when they come within visual distance.

[@4THECRAFT]

Very cool diorama mate. Your resin pouring was also flawless. I think you need to create a lake in your city with more resin dioramas. 👍👍

[@Boizcreator]

it's awesome with that skill

[@thefairybug40]

Maybe an oasis would be more fitting for a 'desert' setting! Or a well with a monster at the bottom? Still, I love and agree with your idea.

[@ryangaraghty1376]

I'm so happy everytime these show up, dying to get into models just struggle to start and work through the process of learning!!

[@nibbs15]

One of the best things to do is just start - airfix or model kits can help and you can always kitbash to make things cool , you won’t do great at first but the more you do the better you’ll get

[@cyndiisme4185]

Just start! Even if you don't like what you create at first you will learn what you don't want to do! Everything is a learning process and you only fall if you never start!

[@elibursztyn2365]

@@nibbs15 Where can I find the resources to start?

[@nibbs15]

@@elibursztyn2365 it entirely depends on what you’re aiming to make , but you can reuse all sorts of packaging and cardboard to get you started

[@PrayingLotus]

For the outpost, I think there are several possibilities 1) It's someone's get away from the rest of the chaotic world you've built 2) It's a single bandit's, or a few bandit's, hideout for safety, and people are deterred from coming because of the tentacle boi down in the water 3) It is a lookout on the coast, as there are sci-fi flying/ocean-bound/mixture of both pirates always attempting to attack the large mining town (or whatever would be on the coast that generates big bucks), and this is only one of several protecting the coast. This is also one that's further ahead of the large wall/AA defense protecting the town. Undesirables or soldiers who are being punished are sent there to reflect on their actions/get rid of them, as it's relatively dangerous 4) It's a kids hideout he's built up over the years and he feeds the monster and they've developed somewhat of a bond. The kid is a science prodigy and that's why it's so messy with sci-fi griblies

[@THESLlCK]

Last is the best

[@matthiasneidenberger9471]

Honestly, the bandit hideout or the last one are the best ones.

[@KnightoftheSorryFace]

I quite like the idea of it being somewhere the undesirables are sent to do some work while also having a very high chance of dying (first comparison that comes to my mind is iron lung)

[@Rob0602]

This world you're creating is so fascinating. It deserves to be a cinematic universe.

[@A2Ztigers]

@fari this is the weirdest one of these I've seen. Starting with "UNCENSORED S*X" and ending with "I love NBA Loo". What a rollercoaster of emotions. Does Loo know how you feel?

[@underscore4505]

@@A2Ztigers UNDERSTAND THIS. I LOVE NBA LOO

[@jazzman782000]

Again, I just love the storytelling potential of these builds. I’d love to read even a short story about this fellow who sits alone in this outpost, watching, waiting for… something.

[@milesdugar6920]

Finally a sea monster. You should definitely tap into the “van meter visitor”, it’s an pterosaur like creature that was spotted in Iowa 1903 in the mid west. the monster has a great wings and a horn that glows a blinding light and was said to fly around and would reside in the mines. Reports say it loves to perch on top of roof tops, I think it would fit perfectly into your Wild West aesthetic.

[@patrikhjorth3291]

Sounds like a distant relative of the Mothman.

[@milesdugar6920]

@@patrikhjorth3291 🤯I never thought of that

[@Mattno.777]

"Dead of Night, Blinding Light"

[@earlware4322]

There has been a couple incidents of giant Pterasaur/Pterodactyl in the Midwest and CA area back in the late 1800', early 1900's that attacked livestock. Supposedly there is a photo out there that shows a group of cowboys standing in front of one that they had shot down. It was nailed to the side of a barn for the photo and had about a twenty foot wingspan.

[@3DPlasticFantasy]

Fantastic work, the diorama looks great. That thing on side could be also a water purifier with pipe towards the sea.

[@scottmaster3000]

The things this man calls good I call a masterpiece

[@scottphillipy9831]

Calling it good is an understatement my friend. These builds are just amazing. That side build, a power supply or maybe a hoist to lift bulk supplies from a boat? It's your story. Thanks for sharing your work, always brings a smile to my Sunday morning. 😎

[@neo5586]

i love the idea of just taking one little guy from a kit of plastic items and giving him his own story. it’s awesome. you’re doing some really inspiring stuff, man!

[@kenlipson8686]

You speak so matter-of-factly when you talk about your sculpting. This is incredible

[@froglin466]

The good thing about these videos is your you think the diorama looks perfect but they find a way to make it look better.

[@BillMakingStuff]

nice build and lovely shout out to T-Nu! I'm sure he appreciates it!

[@katiebarker4029]

Ok I've come up with an entire backstory for this excellent build: it's a research outpost! The caretaker is a marine biologist that specializes in krakens. He chose this spot because of the baby krakens in the area and studies their growth and socialization. The antenna is for sharing his research to the home base.

[@chloecook8895]

Amazing Diorama!! And honestly in my mind the little outpost is like a 'firewatch' but instead of watching for bad weather it primarily watches for giant sea monsters and broadcasts it out to ships and settlements so they can avoid it =)

[@reagancarney1982]

I just found this channel recently. THANK YOU KZbin FOR RECOMMENDING ME SOMETHING I WILL ACTUALLY ENJOY

[@zacharypollard2482]

I dont understand people who watch this video and say it's a waste of time. This looks so amazing and it makes me want to build my own diorama with all the model's I have

[@drewinsects]

Loved this build, it felt so homey like I would love to visit there even with the tentacle monster. To me it almost seems like the postmans pet, the monster helps protect the place!

[@Joseph-lu2hn]

I love this so much! You have inspire me to make my own diramama. Keep up the great work!

[@demonsmaker7279]

Its the "and i called it good" just yess satisfaction

[@CSwainFilm]

I feel like it's a weather/climate station, but less "what's the wind-speed", and more "tracking the radio-disruption given off by thunderstorms". Fantastic work as always, and another lovely, chilled video.

[@benkylo8015]

Another knock out build. I'm loving this series, keep up the incredible work!

[@elizabethbrennan916]

Great job as always. I look forward to seeing this world grow and evolve. This one definitely feels like a weather monitoring station to me. Keep up the good work ❤️

[@zurban4313]

I originally subscribed for the starwars dioramas, but I am so happy I started watching your other videos

[@kenspriggs5687]

Beautiful work! I’m loving your Wild West town! This looks like a high powered communication hub for a large area!

[@petestepney4875]

Fantastic as usual, love this one. I'm thinking the outpost is a monster spotter tower, like a lighthouse but they broadcast a repeating warning to local shipping when a water monster is active in the area!

[@tcemedic100]

The monster reminds me of the Sarlacc but smaller. Great Job.

[@alybest9554]

This turned out GORGEOUS! First thing I thought for the machine on the side was a pully system for a large net to catch fish in

[@annbrookens945]

That's what I thought! Perfect for reeling in big fish and sea monters!

[@ibeatthewitcher3777]

This is one of the best series on KZbin I’ve seen in a while. Whenever I feel like doing something creative, I watch these for inspiration and they work like a charm. This is an awesome build as well. Something that I’d really love to see is some sort of Native American monster (I know you’ve already made a Wendigo, but I still think more couldn’t hurt.) Maybe even a monster hunting office, where monster hunters go to collect and receive bounties and rewards on monsters. Or even some kind of flying mechanic with Thunderbirds chasing it. I doesn’t really matter what it is, I just love this series. Keep up the good work!

[@onesixski]

If I were a kid, and this collection was mass produced, it would 100% be my modern "Goosebumps" compulsion to get every set. Or modern "Mighty Max", or whatever- this whole set would be on my Christmas list every single year until I had them all. Like Goosebumps/Mighty Max wouldn't even be in the same ballpark, this would be everything I obsess over. Wow these are awesome.

[@reedwhistlegaming8891]

I'm glad you included what a rock is. Years of confusion cleared up.

[@user-nj9mh7ly2n]

The best way i know how to relax. Watching boylei craft another little world.

[@hesaidwhatnow7746]

with resin, matte mold makes matte edges, and gloss mold makes clear edges. I have quickly become obsessed with this channel, good job, keep it up.

[@bananakinskywalker2477]

For your next build on the Wild West town, I would suggest a walking hotel. I think that it would go good with the atmosphere.

[@thefacelessgamer896]

I always watch this before bed and it gives me good dreams

[@RichR76]

Definitely a radio broasting station for maritime monster hunters. Another great vid

[@mistac5050]

Man this is incredibly awesome. Highlights for me were the brass railings and metal grating at the observation tower and the flexible bridge. The bridge idea was fantastic and worked great! A very unique piece indeed.

[@BillMakingStuff]

also... those silicone meatloaf tray things are a game changer

[@Linkman95]

I like seeing how your "wild west" world translates to other regions. I think seeing a east coast building from your world would be kind of neat.

[@TwinSteel]

Love how you added extra color to the sci-fi bits

[@Cfcgoob]

I don’t know whats more impressive, the dioramas themselves or the way he guides us through the process!

[@Xerogravitation]

I like to think the man sits on this outpost, very aware of the danger below. Hes been here for years in quiet isolation and each day his consideration of whether to jump and take the plunge gets stronger and stronger.

[@jeromegilly]

My favorite part about your channel is that it’s appropriate for all ages.. thank you for that

[@contactlight8079]

Puts me in mind of a relay station. Love it.

[@paulguthrie4857]

All of your builds are so incredible! Thank you for sharing your talents with us!

[@Itstheminiatureguy]

Going thru your video and watching all the creative stuff you make is really an inspiration.

[@moxxiloquita2048]

Man, your works are all like marvels...I love them all piece by piece. Love how you explain what you do while building.

[@aylaktavsan]

My favourite time of the week is when I see a new video from you!

[@potatopoison1130]

Easily top 3 wild west builds so far. Backed by the Scorpion Double wagon build and witner Mech Wagon. First time viewer

[@isaac1374]

Possibly one of my favourite dioramas yet!

[@Delta_rocket]

I believe that the outpost could be a sort of high tech lighthouse, using the box on the side to image the sea floor and the antenna to send the messages to ships.

[@seanmoose87]

That tiny building is amazing

[@MetalBeast28]

Damn this has a huge Outer Wilds feel

[@andrewreilly8791]

My favourite build series on KZbin

[@julesthierry5529]

I feel like your videos are cleaning all the dust from my soul, Love from France !

[@mausolus8466]

I love this. Good inspirational guide for any diorama with multiple islands formation

[@hexademinial7285]

so amazing the first wild west one i saw i immediately binged all of them

[@MossRods]

definitely giving. me pirate radio station vibes

[@Rumnhammer]

I never get tired of seeing this series. It's like looking directly into your imagination. The device on the side of the outpost could be a winch for bringing stuff up into the shed since it sticks out over the water, you know for larger items that would be difficult to get across the bridge? Also something like an osprey or seagull nest with lots of droppings and fish bones under it would have been a cool touch, and metal like the brass railings in that environment could have quite a bit of corrosion if you wanted to add some weathering.

[@TenGrinches]

When I saw the thumbnail for this video, I got some immediate SOT Ancient Spire Outpost vibes ⛵⚓amazing work

[@jacksoncityboy9312]

This insane crafting skills. So detailed. I love it

[@TinyTimsMinis]

I love the asymmetrical style of this build. It so pleasing to look at. Also great color scheme 🔥

[@piking6329]

It just struck me that your wild imaginary west creations remind me of the I Spy books I loved as a kid

[@calebduncan4364]

I love watching these videos and they always give me a post apocalyptic world where they went back to the wild west era or like a tatooine feel

[@malachiflannery9093]

that easter egg dunker gave me so much nostalgia

[@battlesharkey2152]

I really love this one. There never can be too many details. Love how calmn the owner of the house is, he knows this monster well and all its habits I reckon. Usually gets his left over food to eat, I reckon.

[@restock_1731]

Love when you use resin for your builds, it kinda makes them pop just a little more than they already do. That thing on the side of his shack kinda looks like he uses it to haul up fish or something he needs. Amazing build, as always. 👍

[@wifipigeon01]

You really could do a whole exhibition with all the wild west projects you've done by now! And I certainly would fly over and visit it :)

[@littleendergirl727]

I believe the building it to track water based monsters and the thing on the side is a way to lure in and capture them!

[@BPCustomCreations]

Turned out great! Good choice using the cake mold👍 bonus being its reusability!

[@bambutu]

Love that you added the definition of a rock, also a little shoutout to my home province!😁

[@thealmightymj5230]

I cant get enough diorama video.

[@magicreate5940]

That’s one beautiful ice cube

[@spiffychewie7143]

This is one of your best works so far! you can see the improvement from when you started.

[@CajunCraftastrophe]

Another fantastic episode, Bolei. I know what both the platform on top and the machine attached to the side of the building do. The machine is a giant octopus parts processing machine. It's basically an oversized Cuisinart. Octopus parts go in one end, and a can of octopus flavored cat food come out the other. I'm surprised you don't know this. The top platform is where you go to get some fresh air. Let's just say that in the summer the aroma of giant octopus parts can get very... heady. I love how you pour the resin against the stick to soften the impact of the resin so that you get less bubbles. This week's 'Brett's Big Brain Award' goes to Boylei! I'd love to see a shot or two of your wire bending jig. The guitar strings are also a super cool material to use. They look great. Haha! Blue Steel! The clear coat on the sides to create more visibility in the resin = Brilliant! Thank you for the shout out! Much appreciated. Sorry about the novella that I've written here.

[@dominickwardian4919]

Lightning catcher! To catch lightning for the obvious. But it could be used to make bolts for certain weapons used by monster hunters and such!!! Awesome build as always. Makes me always look forward to Sunday!

[@Rachel-wu3ir]

My thought is that this outpost acts as a relay station for the anti-monster signal that some of the explorer's machines put out. The big blocky thingy on the side is a transformer to boost the signal so that it reach the pioneers deeper in the wilderness. This particular location was chosen for the large lake creature; it acts as a deterrent to other monsters and allows the relay station to operate relatively "safely" and unhindered by other creatures. My husband and I thoroughly enjoy the lore and the world you are creating; we are certainly invested.

[@istmirwunst]

I love your dioramas. I get so many ideas for my own diorama works by watching your videos. Thumbs up to you and have a beautiful day.

[@SixArmedSweater]

Ooh, one of Reaper’s Bones miniatures! Those are a godsend for painting practice. And I’d say that’s some sort of radio beacon tower to help ships navigate.

[@5thterrax]

Looks like a weather monitoring station to me. Love it.

[@hunterm9]

This is one of your best videos yet! These resin dioramas are getting better and better. I can't help but think you need a submarine diorama complete with lights and blasters. Your videos are honestly the most relaxing on KZbin and I can't wait for more. After a long day they are just what I need. Cheers from a proud patron!

[@Wkegge]

Love your videos, such a weird mix of relaxing, and scratching some itch in my brain.

[@sidesculptor7495]

One of the best you've done. Loads of detail and easy to follow instructions!

[@patrickcovey4796]

Every time you post it makes my day. Another A+ video.

[@mattmoore1100]

Coastal tsunami/monster observation post? Truly inspiring as always!!! Thanks.

[@liquidgold2735]

so relaxing to watch these things get created. nice shoutout to NotB. Enjoying both your content!

[@kierahnthor2514]

I think a spider type mech would look really cool

[@TomJones0065]

I would says its An Trader Out Post For Flying Ships, And The Big Winch On the Side is for them to Latch on to and be winched in for Traders, The Monster is The guard for water Ships, and Bandits! LOL! LOVE THIS ONE SAVED IT to my FAVS!! EPIC BUILD AGAIN! WOOP WOOP!

[@richardellishowardiii9527]

Love having these videos playing while I work, awesome work

[@HobbyLinkInternational]

Another amazing diorama. I love your work and imagination for these builds.

[@petermerz2704]

Very cool! I think the outpost is an early warning centre, to let the people inland know of attacks coming from the ocean! Model on! 😎

[@sarahblackmur1477]

I have just found your channel and I love it! So having a binge watch. Love your imagination!

[@jimmnotjames5235]

Always a good day when a new video is released

[@florinP]

Beautiful ! I'm stunned!

[@alessandrorottigni4403]

Stunning as always, i'll never get tired to tell you how good you and your content are. Keep it up please!

[@tachi98lep]

Monster, yes! Great diorama and imagination!

[@leafthompson8304]

Just stunning truly.