I created a world building project.

Here is the link to Poliostasis's KZbin (Music man who made the music):
/ @poliostasis
If you wanna check out my social media, here is my twitter.
/ monlenz
Also, I'm not that proud of this video honestly. It's a bit of a mess same as me at the moment. it's supposed to be about the setting of the Monstergarden though I haven't done any major drawings to show that setting off. all the video has are rough sketches, as I'm not good enough at environments yet to deliver on the world's ideas. I'll make sure to hopefully redo this video like a proper intro into the world that it deserved to be. I am still deciding to post it just because knowing how I work if I hadn't finished it and posted it, it would have been clogging up my mind. Not allowing me to continue work on anything else until it was done.

[@thomaswhite2198]

the simple juxtaposition of one civilization looking up and the other looking down fighting one another is so satisfyingly creative

[@sethdrake7551]

it reminds me a lot of the canopy from Kaina of The Great Snow Sea

[@kp-legacy-5477]

its been done a thousand times unfortunately

[@philippschreiber6793]

Doesn‘t matter whether we can think of similar stories - I‘m just very excited for this one to be told :)

[@styxrakash4639]

I cringe anytime I see the word juxtaposition

[@cicadaenthusiast3954]

@@kp-legacy-5477 all art is derivative my friend, just because the concept's been done before doesn't make it automatically uninteresting

[@Ryanh-z8h]

Remember that the reason people are flocking to your channel is that you are channeling pure self expression. Your aesthetic preferences mixed with your own narrative devices are what people are interested in. Keep doing that and you'll not only keep people around but enjoy the process. Love your work.

[@phosphorusgold2391]

My man... You went from 400 subscribers to 140k in 10 days... This is Insane! Don't let it put pressure on to you and don't stop doing this for the joy you were doing it before. You owe these 140k people nothing, they are just tagging along the journey. If anything they subscribed for your relaxed and honest work you were doing at 400 subs, so don't feel the need to change a thing, not even the upload schedule. You rock, keep doing what you enjoy, and we will enjoy watching it with you.

[@george1036]

no no, he definitely owes me, I want daily long fleshed out videos or else

[@МихаилВисков-л3ф]

Glad someone said it, because author mentioned previously his concerns with upload schedule and stuff. We are here for the jorney, as it is, no need to change yourself to please the viewers or force creativity, it doesn't end up well

[@ashur5894]

I wish I could like this comment twice!! No pressure, I came for what you already are giving, not anything else :)

[@espeodorii8571]

Exactly! People have subscribed to you because you are authentic as you are!

[@MikeySznn]

you said it perfectly, I just came from the mage video, and good god do I love the idea of this. Creativity can't be rushed! no matter how many people want products/videos, we need to let the man do his work and just be grateful for it.

[@rafaeljoseph3951]

Seeing glimpses of your past creature work blows my mind because I’m only now starting to get a grasp of how vast, diverse, and beautiful your portfolio really is, and it’s wild

[@Thumbbreaker4]

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[@eggcelent_bacon]

I'm glad we get an entire view of your world, it's really cool to see the baseplate of your design.

[@bezza5922]

I think that being an artist will always come with negative emotions of doubt and anxiety on anything you design. Such is the cruelty of creativity. The fact that you are brave enough to post something that you weren’t confident in and for it to be this level of quality speaks wonders about of your creativity and character. You inspire others, thank you.

[@leherby6215]

Raw, more people should be talking about this.

[@NekzLvL]

Like me, I don't like my art style.

[@karlolofsson3626]

I love your storytelling, its so fun just to think about it.

[@okohiaj]

I love the concept of world pillars in fiction and mythologies. I have 4 pillars holding up the sky in my own work-in-progress (4 corners of the world cliche). What I like about yours is the city that has sprung up around it - such a cool idea and really shows the immense SIZE of the Pillar. And your art.. my GOD so good.

[@monlenz]

Yea I think it's quite a classic trope when it comes to world building. Though in my world I'm trying to focus on how the towers effect people and how people interact with them. As I think what's interesting isn't that the towers are there but what people decide to do about it.

[@SBImNotWritingMyNameHere]

​@@monlenz*affect

[@rynekian]

Never have I ever clicked on a video this fast before!

[@aazzam4165]

Same

[@Resolv3]

You're storytelling is so intriguing to me man, It always feels like the implied depth is just so DEEP Leaves me wanting more and more.

[@Spudster203]

haaahahaaha DEEP because DEEPWOKEN ahahahaah lol!!!! your so funny (your a sad nolife 💀) you spend like 5 hours a day playing that game

[@ImpuscaVana]

​@@Spudster203 Man got hurt over a single words someone said and their pfp/names, you gotta wonder what lead to someone having such a reaction?

[@theeldestrelic]

​@@ImpuscaVana schizophrenia

[@alcor3372]

@@Spudster203 You’re*

[@CarNerd7]

same dude! I am loving this, such stories are just something that immerse us in their worlds

[@jantona]

Don't apologize for the quality of your work! Your dedication and enjoyment are shown clearly in your art and I think a good thumbnail like you made of the world pillar is super evocative; it doesn't always have to lead to an ultra-refined piece.

[@co2blast996]

Really love the dark, almost gothic vibe of the world with trenchpunk aesthetics, really reminds me of mike franchina’s work

[@KarolOfGutovo]

Getting to know a world through weird details first and overall truths later is also fun imo

[@CarNerd7]

Exactly! Keeps the mystery and fun intact

[@ToriKo_]

Yes! That’s some of the best parts! I don’t want everything explained to me, give me a few double take worthy images and express them in such a casual, nonchalant way and you’ll grab my attention like nothing else, and more importantly, you’ll grab my imagination and get it working overtime

[@platannapipidae9621]

i've found your channel a few days ago and now i wait for your videos like it's christmas. your art is stunning and your ideas are brilliant.

[@garbaegpandea8074]

For the whole 'design incompatibility' I think the game Kenshi does that really well. its, at the same time a post-apocalypse and fantasy at the same time. I don't know if that means anything but I really like it and I think your whole thing matches the vibe, or at least you are good enough at designing that you can do pretty much anything you want. Merging Steam-Punk, Sci-Fi and Fantasy have always been the goal of what I want to write, though I am not very good.

[@NicolasGarciaLanza]

@@chillyavian7718 There was Apocalypse World: Dark Age, but it wasn't finished. Although that might have been historic post-apocalypse. Fantasy-post apocalypse has to be something along the lines of evil overlord, forces of chaos and dark magic rule the world, you must live in that world and make due as evil ravages civilization left and right. Is a tough concept to pull off, to be honest.

[@javannapoli2018]

I don't think I've become so immediately invested in a world after hearing so little of it. Worldbuilding is one of the main driving forces behind my love for art, and it's what pushes me to improve. I could sit and watch you draw and talk about this world for hours, lol.

[@NorthOfEarthAlex]

When worldbuilding, it's very tempting to start with a map, but this usually a bad idea. Write stories first. Create characters to fill those stories. Then think of what their homes look like and where they might be in the world. When you eventually make a map, avoid large areas on land. Don't draw countries and regions. Instead, draw coastlines and islands. Imagine the shift of tectonic plates. Mash a few islands together. If it's a D&D campaign, don't be afraid to put two locations close together. After all, your players will be walking between them. It might seem too close on a map, but it'll feel better in play. When you've run out of landmass, add more islands. Grow them larger only when absolutely necessary. Fill everything to the brim using as little land as possible.

[@haydenTenno-]

I’m 110% using everything your showing in your videos in my dnd campaign. Don’t stress yourself out. The sheer amount of detail you delve into is absolutely insane and it’s clear your love doing it. I for one don’t care what your drawing skills are like. As long as you keep sharing your incredible work with us I am happy.

[@firewallpriest]

What drives me here is thought process, even fascinates me. Not many creators actually shares such pretty intimate things

[@Ericshadowblade]

Love the world pillars concept. And when it comes to creations, dont sweat it. The world can be big enough to fit all of them, especially when magic's involved

[@thebarfingcloud2152]

I can’t stop thinking about the world of monstergarden; with every new update my interest grows more and more and i hope to see this turned into a big project someday

[@WHBN2P]

Listening to a story unfold piecemeal through world building elements is genuinely so refreshing

[@SovereignDag]

BRO U GOT LIKE 128K MORE SUBSCRIBER IN A WEEK, GRATZ MAN IM SO GLAD YOU'RE POPPIN OFF

[@IkeanCrusader1013]

Dude, no need to feel pressured by the size of the fanbase, just go at your pace with what feels comfortable and/or what you genuinely want to do, your stuff is amazing and personally I'm just grateful to be along for the ride watching and listening to this masterpiece unfold! :D

[@rottensaging3930]

Goodness, as a Philo major the dichotomy between these two cities hinting at the different ideals of two masters give me so much creative joy! And generally just your worldbuilding ideology! I cant wait to see more of it, and, as a fellow concept artist, please don't in any way be pressured to put out content. These things require so much mental, physical and even financial resources. Please take your time! Have a wonderful rest of your day, Simon! :> ✨

[@xdChizzy]

The ability to see something in your mind and bring it into reality to share with the rest of us is a skill you should be very proud of. The dedication and creativity it takes to do something like that really blows my mind

[@misc.5428]

I LOVE THIS! The history and the blending of technology and magic is very unique. Your monster designs are amazing! I'm excited for the future of your project. I'm making a dnd campaign setting in the midst of the industrialization of magic, and your work is an excellent source of inspiration! It's not often I find a creator who's also constructing such a niche setting.

[@jussts]

I think, if you're wanting to take this anywhere that isn't just KZbin, one of those world building art books would be the way to go. Think, Tales From the Loop, All Tomorrows, or Expedition. After all the refining and expanding you're already doing, you'd basically have everything you need to finish one. Something to think about. Anyway, love your work and I'm eager to see where it goes, wherever it goes.

[@jackw941]

just want you to know that you've inspired me to start writing again :)

[@Duveng1]

World building is my favorite part of storytelling. I love following along with your work! Thanks Bud.

[@Shantytune]

I'd like to echo what everyone else is saying and add one thing more - I think what captivates people here to flood to your channel in such numbers is your thought process, your struggle, your decision making, and your talent (also your voice, narration 10/10). That said, your channel should be exactly what you want it to be, not what you think people want it to be. Keep it you, don't be afraid, and keep drawing (:

[@Rupert_Astralnauta]

Being able to change your ideas and discard is one of the low key more useful abilities an artist can adquiere.

[@borismaltchev8753]

You’re doing an amazing job so far - even messes are worth showing off! Don’t let pressure raise your standards too much. We’re all here to enjoy and share in the experience of building this world with you, not to push you harder than you want to go. Keep it up as it is!!!

[@calloban5171]

As someone who’s also doing some worldbuilding (I’ve done some before for dnd but stepping into a full written story now!) I just wanna give a huge congrats for both all the amazing content and the huge success you’ve been having!! Seriously it’s super inspiring and your designs and lore are amazing!

[@thesecondhat4717]

You are what I aspire to be as an artist. Insane skill and creativity. Hope all the best, by the looks of it this channel will reach a million within the month. Don't be scared. Embrace it. A video a week and you're golden. Perhaps try to make a game of these designs?

[@monlenz]

for now, I'm focusing on just enjoying the journey. there is no clear end goal in mind yet.

[@grifter3680]

You have the voice and soul of a storyteller of yore. Riveting stuff!

[@byleth0726]

Wow. I build worlds in private and I see, how I should draw more of the stuff. I am mediocre in drawing, but your story seems to gain so much from the drawings.

[@AntrozLPs]

You'll never get better unless you practice! Everyone started from somewhere!

[@gvd72]

Commission art because it takes forever to get better at drawing. In fact some people never get better. You can also just make mediocre drawings but since they come from a sincere place. That is if your art truly is mediocre or if your inner critic is being a jerk again.

[@cinfdef]

You ever get that excited feeling in your heart, almost like it wants to jump around in that excitement? This is what I get watching these videos, and getting to hear the lore you have about things like this is extremely fun!

[@crediblesalamander8056]

damn, this world is fascinating. I'm already imagining myself playing a soulslike where I'm exploring and fighting monsters in this setting.

[@Benitheeboss1]

Bro you have been blowing up on KZbin for the past week or so,and I find your pace of growth incredible.....the world is full of debt and I am really interested in what kind of new takes you will take on the already existing fantasy races like Elves ,gnomes, fairies,giants etc...I AM REALLY EXCITED FOR YOUR NEW IDEAS and THE WORLD!!!!!😊 😊

[@sethdrake7551]

ive seen a lot of speed draws of characters, monsters, machines, and landscapes, but something about your style... i cant quite describe it but its so captivating to and unique

[@lordofgraphite]

Omgggggg your designs are BLISTERINGLY good 😮

[@zajdaxman]

This guy is incredibly talented and you can tell he cares about his fans, I hope you make it far man.

[@TemplinInstitute]

This whole concept is rad, I am *_IN_* .

[@squid8990]

You sir have inspired me. Not with the setting (though it’s really good nonetheless) but with the creatures and magic system. I always love imagining up lore and story but it always seemed kinda basic fantasyish and none of the creatures were really interesting or exciting. Thanks to you it’s like I’ve seen everything in a new perspective. So thank you

[@mavamaification]

This world is so incredible...seriously wish you made a book about it. I love this work and cannot wait for more! Have a great day

[@JorgeFlores-nw6zk]

recently joined your channel, love seeing your character and world building thought process!

[@ZahhibbDev]

I don't mind the "mess" of this video at all, quite the opposite, I enjoy to get bits and pieces of the entire world, and it shows us your work method on how you find ideas and features. PS. I'm really happy for your success mate, love to see whatever you come up with. :)

[@chilltcf7124]

I found your channel a few days ago and I'm loving every bit of it. Your designs are impecable and the storytelling feels so deep, also I adore the fact that your style of commentary is so chill and feels kinda intimate, as if we're sat by a campfire and you're telling stories, it feels just so real. Keep up the good work man, I'd love to see this blossom into something as deep as the SCP Foundation.

[@nothenry6782]

Hope you get the chance to read this, but I like how you mention mana is found more often around the pillars. The idea that the pillars hold up the sky and heavens (if they exist here) is cool with myth and having unknowns, but what if they had another function? What if they were a sort of plumbing system for mana to travel up and then back down. Instead of the earth creating more mana from its core it could just be a sort of cleaning system. Clean mana goes up, comes back down dirty, then the core cleans it. The mana found by civilizations around the pillars is just what they can siphon from the system as its on its way. Something or someone may be using mana and knows how to recycle it too since it comes back. This is all rough thought and this is all your world so maybe this is bogus, but I thought it was interesting haha, anyways love the content and keep going!

[@theresemontgomery1254]

I accidentally came across your videos, and I do not regret it at all. It’s relaxing watching you create each masterpiece while also simultaneously dramatically telling its story.

[@wisdomaxolotl2766]

Its so cool seeing your old designs, it also explains why you're called Monster Garden. If you end up needing a break from MG, don't worry about doing other things. This explosion isn't something that happens often, find a way to deal with it that works for you!

[@RisaxTheImp]

It's awesome to hear more about your world and your process. Also great to hear you've found joy in drawing and building this world again after your previous struggles. I hope it remains fun for you and I look forward to more Monstergarden lore! ;)

[@dbrad105]

As a fellow world builder, this has intrigued me and given me inspiration. I very much look forward to learning about this world of yours.

[@teenyzucchini8294]

I’ve really fallen in love with your work. You’re videos are such an entertaining window into not only the incredibly interesting setting you’ve created but also your creative process, which has really inspired me to strive to improve in my own endeavors. I haven’t found anything like it on KZbin, it’s a real treat.

[@Magikarp_king]

Watching Matt Colville's world building videos really helped me flesh out my world. Mine is a full DND world but he is a great writer with strong ideas for any form of world building. I love what you have told us about the world so far and am excited to see what you do next.

[@timothyobrien6836]

I am so stoked that I found your channel. This is the epitome of the content that I enjoy, and I don't think I will ever forget it. Every video I watch inspires me to be more creative, that's something I haven't felt in a while.

[@MidanMagistrate]

The best thing about world building has to be all the learning tbh. There are so many things that I wouldn't have known if I didnt start writing, and for me, world building is just a bottomless well of passion.

[@_PRISM_]

Your vision of the world you've created, its creatures, cultures, and general lore is fantastic. Never stop!

[@irelandyoung4157]

This. This is utterly brilliant. Also, your struggles with initially developing a cohesive world for all of your characters and lore is something I've also grappled with for a long long time. Oftentimes, I'd get so unnecessarily stressed out and frustrated with systematizing my disparate designs, stories, and ideas that I'd put my projects on the backburner and never pick them up again. And, if I ever did systematize them, I felt like I couldn't incorporate other cool ideas. However, after watching this, I want to go back to some of my old projects and look at them with fresh eyes and zero pressure to actually make them into something grandiose. Sometimes worldbuilding is just a big sandbox and we just gotta let loose and play, right? Anyways, long story short, fantastic job and no pressure!

[@kirakilou]

i love your edit style. Just watching you draw and listening to your storry-teller-voice. It really sparks up my creativity. Even tho i think it is a real niche-thing on youtube, i think if you keep going, you have to potiential to grow really big.

[@jacocanete7539]

Gives me the feeling similar to what League of Legends lore kinds of gives out. It's original and fucking amazing.

[@attithemusician]

this is the exact type of channel that I have been looking for for YEARS, crazy that it's just been created within the past couple months. I love the world building and art style of the Monster Garden, I'm happy to stay awhile.

[@D-angelin.Moarar]

You seem like such a great guy! Incredible creativity and artistic skills, thoughtful and with a kind and pleasant voice. This is rapidly becoming one of my favourite youtube channels and motivates me to go back to my own worldbuilding project.

[@naloire3276]

Just you being yourself + your art/ideas is more than enough! Don't feel pressure to make something perfect or even something that makes sense. You have our support! n.n

[@greatestoldone7658]

Truly inspiring world building. I applaud you. Even the few short videos of yours I have watched have given me many ideas to steal and alter for my DnD campaign, as well as (even more importantly) reinvigorating me to work on it. Thank you.

[@CarNerd7]

This is absolute Gold my friend! seeing your amazing drawings and the world taking shape, little by little is just so amazing and fun! Incredible work, I have always loved such stuff

[@TheSquishy88]

this might be the coolest thing I've seen since mystery flesh pit.

[@happynihilist2573]

Your a very creative & talented artist, writer, creature designer and world builder and I'm very glad I found your channel Don't stress too much about your work, focus on the parts you find fun flesh out everything around them, change things if decide it nolonger works take the change it but most importantly: Take your time and make sure to enjoy yourself if you put time and effort into your worck it will be grate, don't put yourself under to much stress it will bad for you and your work Good luck

[@swguygardner]

Ah, this is so cool! The dichotomy of the two countries goals and approaches are brilliant, an well informed by the mystery of the pillars. Their feats are incredible and complex, but their reasoning for what they hope to accomplish makes perfect sense to the viewer. Those pillars are super ominous too, and an ideas that I've never come across before! :D

[@Xavier-nl4ns]

Your art has made me get back into drawing and it has been really fun. I’m thankful for you, and I think your art is amazing❤

[@DragonBoi3789]

Your world honestly reminds me of a dark foil to the fantast world that's slowly been revealed on the youtube channel Blue Turtle. Theirs is also a vast and expansive fantasy world set among the ruins of previous greatness, but their world is bright and mostly devoid of conflict and danger.

[@3snoW_]

Two weeks ago this channel had a little over 100 subs. Now it has 140k. Wow. You deserve it, keep it up.

[@vvindication]

your designs and settings are so kickass. that cannon looks GRIM, especially with the rusty orange background. the way the two warring cities mirror each other in searching for answers in opposite directions is intriguing - I wonder, do they find it blasphemous of Ram to dig rather than climb? makes me want to start writing! this video is hardly what I'd call rough man, you dont have to make it a production for it to be good anyway. super enjoying all of your creative process

[@ewade4495]

If I were you and I had exploded into 100,000 people’s consciousnesses overnight, I would retreat into a cave. That said, I was really happy to see this video and I hope you can find ways to keep collaborating with your audience because the worldbuilding is amazing, it’s like a rat king made of people’s brains and your art! Phenomenal!

[@ruralmason9729]

Your world building series is inspiring me to resume work on my own projects I put by the way side. Loving these stories. You have a good voice for narration.

[@thisisnotaustin1]

this concept is awesome. are you by chance a big dark souls fan? this blending of themes of body horror, religion, magic, darkness, ambition, and hubris just hits right. i can't get enough of it

[@tangomango2353]

I found your channel a couple of days ago and have been binge watching your videos. I love the lore and character designs you manage to produce. You're very talented, and I look forward to seeing what you make in the future!

[@tolfpeck]

always a delight to see any drawings! keep it up :)

[@kailanerman5090]

Honestly one of the best world building projects ive EVER seen!!! Ive never been so hyped to see a new video from you being uploaded! Its all the complexities of a world that ive wanted to see Almost gives a Stormlight Archive vibe!

[@peterjensen6954]

Huge fan, keep it up

[@elibrabo1238]

i love the music, atmosphere, and the world you're making. much love from an adoring fan of the growing garden

[@davidcashin1894]

So jealous of not just the creativity but the ability to translate the visions into drawings and words. These pictures are so inspiring.

[@guilhermemachado4003]

I want a RPG in this world SO MUCH. I don't usually watch this kind of videos but the way you talk about it and at the same time showing the evolution of your drawing(s) making everything come to life... It's amazing!

[@duff-4548]

Lets go new upload

[@stormillion5002]

This is my favourite channel atm! Don't forget to have fun with the project!

[@MirrorMale]

KEEP UP THE GRIND

[@JonasFriskChannel]

Excited for another banger of a video. Keep turning them out man!

[@espen13310]

Thank you, O blessed algorithm

[@vancyboi162]

Crazy my guy, truly crazy. Could easily picture this as a got style series with a Nicholas cage type as the protagonist.

[@SleidT]

👍

[@northernkoschei]

Wwwwow, your designs and drawings are utterly entrancing. And I'm super intrigued by this world that's shaping up!

[@AShotBigClown]

YE

[@Wrootplonk]

You know, I actually love how your outlined your world, just as I love your art and style. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@ross5066]

I know you've just blown up recently so I'll give a small piece of critical advice, it's a bit tough to see the sketch work on the grey-colored backgrounds. Closer to white backgrounds would help it show after youtube compresses everything. Your storytelling and world building are the reason we're all here though! Seeing the birth of a world is an amazing thing

[@icevlad148]

I once was in a group of people who did the same thing. Our artist friend wanted to draw some monsters and we gave him ideas. We sat around in a skype call for entire days watching him draw monsters, animals, people, places. We all contributed to the drawing with our ideas and so the work felt communal, even though the artist did 50% of it :D Sometimes i look at those drawing just to look at them. We all got separated as the adult life came along and barely talk to each other. So seeing you come back to a project like this, is indescribably pleasant for me.

[@monlenz]

yea I used to do basically that too in the streams. I miss those days and will probably bring it back in some sense.

[@_mystic_5653]

First

[@CheffBryan]

I love doing cartography for fantasy worlds, and one key point is to intentionally leave intervening spaces somewhat vague. Your art style so far leaves freedom to change distances and roads between to be filled in by the viewer's imagination. Vague areas with detailed focus points help to keep the story going and reduce time burn on drawing otherwise empty areas

[@whineofaccursedflutes]

this is just the coolest. I'll never forgive myself for avoiding this channel for so long, but I'm so glad I'm going through it now. This is truly inspirational. Thank you.

[@crangos]

If there's another stream planned, I hope you announce it ahead of time, the results look and feel fantastically fantastical! I also find that monsters can be made without having to fit into a single world, rather, the audience can place them themselves without having to stick to the arrangement in just one world. But I also get that having a world makes ideas vibe better together.