Strathmore - A Game of Thrones-Inspired Roller Coaster (NoLimits2)

Do you have what it takes to save the ancient city of Strathmore? Can you stop the mad King Nefarian from freezing time and dooming existence?
In this highly-themed coaster experience, YOU, the rider, take part in an epic quest through Strathmore-of-the-past in an effort to stop time from freezing.
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This video and the content contained within took 700+ hours of work over two years entirely done by myself.
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**STORY (Don't worry, you can scroll past this, it won't hurt my feelings)**
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"Several weeks ago, King Nefarian recovered a powerful magical artifact from the depths of a Timewraith's tomb. Ever since he brought the artifact back to the castle, hes been changing--losing his touch on reality. Well, that was until two days ago when he took the artifact up to the ruined cathedral behind the castle. Apparently, the artifact was actually a Chronogom--a relic that can open rifts in time; portals that one can use to travel from one time to another. Upon learning this, the King used the Chronogom to open a rift and has been missing ever since. The rift also allows the King to manipulate the anima mundi--the world soul--and change the behavior of matter itself.
"The problem here is that as soon as the rift opened, our would began to just... freeze. Literally freeze. It's the beginning of summer, the flowers are in bloom, and we have snow falling from the clouds and water so cold it could kill you.
"Chronogom rifts are known to be wildly unstable, deteriorating away the world in which they are opened. We need to close this rift, and quickly. Unfortunately, only the King, the wielder of the Chronogom, is able to close the rift. So we needed to devise a new plan...
"We need YOU to use the rift to travel into the past one week, to before the King opened the rift. Then, while altering as little of the past as possible, you must break into the castle and STEAL the Chronogom from deep within the dungeons. Take it and hide it somewhere the King can never find it [ominous music here, could there be a sequel? Oo who knows??].
"Though beware, for if the King is jumping through time too, he may try to stop you... and he's quite fond of wildfire.
"Alright, it's time. Head up to the ruins behind the castle. Our royal commander will meet you there and brief you on your mission."
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**LAYOUT**
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For this roller coaster, I decided to go all out and create a small cinematic film that tells the story behind the coaster. The story is an integral part of the coaster's composition, so I think having the backstory is important and improves the coaster experience.
The layout is designed to both tell a story throughout its duration (thus the dark ride portion), while still being an incredibly intense, high-thrill terrain coaster. One of the restraints I gave myself when designing the ride and its scenery was not to allow the coaster to be openly exposed very often. You'll notice the track is almost always only a few feet off of the ground, or off of a scenery object. I wanted the coaster to be difficult to spot and to meld into its surroundings. The coaster's layout is broken into four distinct parts:
1. Sneaking Into the City & Castle
2. The Castle Interior
3. The Chase
4. The Finale
The ride itself is of a custom manufacturer.
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**STATS**
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Manufacturer: Mr. B
Length: 10,750 ft.
Height: 216 ft.
Drop: 210 ft.
Inversions: 8 - no two are the same type of inversion.
Speed: 85 mph
Cost: $6+ billion depending on site
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**SONGS (The best part)**
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All songs are from the Game of Thones soundtrack by the amazing Ramin Djawadi:
1. King of the North
2. Light of the Seven
3. Chaos is a Ladder
4. The Rains of Castamere (played in reverse)
5. Spoils of War, Pt. 1
6. Let's Play a Game
7. Dance of Dragons
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**CREDITS**
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- All of the rocks/cliff faces - Flux
- Various trees, flowers, & shrubs - Mike Sheets / n7
- The scripted/animated fire - Bestdani
- Triggered Lights - Bestdani
- Object Animator/Script Generator - Yedrimas
- Custom Scripted Camera - Jetpulse
- Several Scenery Objects from the 3d Warehouse
- Special Sound Effects from various users at freesound.org
- Textures from Textures.com (many I actually paid for)
- Skybox - AllSky Skybox on the Unity Asset store (Paid for)
- The Daenerys Painting - MadMouse Design (according to Reddit)
- And a special shoutout to all of the people who gave me input along the way

[@Timmmvs]

The creators of Nolimits are blessed having talented people like you, using their program, and creating true masterpieces like this.

[@schlagzeuger93]

I agree with that on every point! And I see it on Christmas ... Thank you for this gift and Merry Christmas! :-)

[@Fluxtrance]

This is absolutely incredible. I can even imagine how much time it must have taken to model all this stuff

[@Element115Coasters]

Kickstarter for $5 billion?

[@TrevorBondiMedia]

Mr. B, please take my knees as a sign of gratitude for the art you have shared with us today.

[@XYZcoaster]

Knees!

[@alaeriia01]

KNEES

[@GrantsAdventures]

Knees

[@prakesh2904]

lmees

[@Meatloaf8]

Knees

[@PhenomenonStudios]

Every single time: Play this video once a month, headphones volume max, full screen. Let yourself emerce in this world! Awsome!

[@stanton1270]

same!

[@AmatsuNL]

GOOD GOD that is incredible! You manage to surpass yourself every single time with these things. Definitely deserving of the top spot, and one could even make a good argument for calling this the all-time best project in NL! Kudos!

[@ryanmcdonnell5988]

I don't know what to say. This is the best No Limits creation ever.

[@leroyanderson2843]

An entire story line hooked to a roller coaster ride! I've died and gone to heaven. Strathmore did not disappoint with its storyline to how the coaster moves within it. The coaster ride itself was most excellent with twists and turns and drops. The ins and outs of the castle rooms to moving outside and back in. Perfect when this is nothing like a traditional coaster in that manner.

[@AnotherSwissYoutubeUser]

the fact that this video has under 20k views is the biggest insult ever. well, I guess we gotta wait like 5 years until youtube starts recommending this.

[@JustNeesa]

This is the best ive ever seen!!! Connecting both of my hobbies Coaster and GoT ist just aweseome!! I got chills!!!!

[@justlynch7381]

after years, youtube decided to recommend it again, and still the passion that went into it is mind-blowing. Plus from the elements the coaster really doesn't feel like it's already 6-8 years old. Thanks for showcasing what is possible, hope you enjoyed building as much as people do watching

[@limonscore]

6 Years later this is still by far the best nolimits Video I've ever seen

[@LCucu]

Between this and Mr. Magnussen two years ago, you have created two of the very best creations this community has ever seen. Great work man!

[@michaelsivan184]

The upside down church had me shook. And the stall was amazing. The scenery is outstanding, this is one of the best coasters I’ve ever seen. Absolutely beautiful.

[@ThomasCodlingDesigns]

Fantastic, the first winner for a special roundup I can completely get behind. Stunning storytelling and visuals, and on a scale never before seen in nl2. Congratulations!

[@AnotherSwissYoutubeUser]

COASTERGUY246 Sorry but Paragon isn’t my favorite anymore... :/

[@Wilhelm1407Coasters]

Literally the most amazing thing I've ever seen out of NoLimits 1 or 2.

[@ryan-sl4if]

This building is honestly the best NoLimits ride I have ever seen. Good work and I truly love this and the dedication you put into it!!

[@gabrivolpi5273]

You're an artist. I was going crazy watching this.

[@M-RICK19]

I have no words beside... Congratulations, you deserve it!

[@ignvqm]

Someone has to build your creation in reallife. Awesome cinematic!

[@the1devorino]

My favorite part is the castle interior, trippy as freak and very disorienting. But words can't even explain how awesome this ride is, and how immense the theming is. Wow, is all I can say.

[@Sokobansolver]

The scenery looks like a fully fleshed out video game map that just happens to have a coaster in it. Should be fun to explore. This makes Gaia seem like a vanilla coaster on flat terrain with little to no scenery.

[@MrBCoasters]

Yeah Its really cool to explore on foot I think. I designed it to be like a RPG where the whole city is walkable and you can get lost discovering things and whatnot.

[@mysticmamba5133]

Holy guacamole, that is unbelievably incredibly outstanding!!! With such elaborate theming, this looks like something that would only be possible in Planet Coaster, yet you did this all in NL2! Simply amazing, you have earned my subscription with this creation, truly one of the best NL2 coasters I have ever seen! Well done, you should be proud of this beautiful roller coaster you've crafted!!!

[@GianniTheodoor]

Never knew the light of the seven would fit something so perfectly like this. Wow. I'm stunned. Sell this to a VR company!

[@MrBCoasters]

I actually am in talks with that ;D Well not exactly that. And right?? I was hesitant to use light of the seven since it's such a powerful song, but I think it came out alright.

[@MangoTango7]

This video deserves 100 million views. Wow. Every time people talk about how no limits can’t do scenery, I show them this video to shut them up.

[@lukehall624]

Absolutely blown away, what a cinematic and well thought out experience!

[@danielulrich9744]

I really have absolutely nothing to say. This project is just so amazing and incredible and just...wow. I can't even imagine how much tedious effort went into this. Phantasia land should either buy this coaster or hire you, since they like to go big on scenery and rides. This is again just astonishing. So captivating. Bravo.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@A113Productions]

nicely done, alex! couple concise comments since they're worth mentioning: track's crafted well and had good pacing. it might have been a little on the longer side and overindulgent, but the last drop was worth it. the way you staged the two tower heads at the end made the experience more compelling. also really enjoyed in the indoor moments as others mentioned, you beefed them up with an appropriate selection of visual and sound effects. the upside down church is rad, definitely on par with the indiana jones boulder scene. I think your texturing could have used more variety since you have such an expansive environment, all your structures start to look a little homogenous but you were able to make up for it with a great deal of spatial variety of vistas, compressed and open spaces. it's a nice rhythm altogether. great work to be proud of, take a breather!

[@MrBCoasters]

Yayy thanks Elias! (Since everyone's on a 1st name basis these days hah). I think 'overindulgent' is spot on... This project, much like Mr Magnussens, started as a playful trackwork experiment and evolved into something more over time. I dont think I really realized how big the original vision was.... to my detriment. And 100% agree about the texturing and homogenization of the cityscape--it's something I struggled the most with, especially since there is a lot of white stone. Adding foliage really helped with this though. Texturing is definitely my weakest point (although sketchup doesnt really help). Not to make excuses, but a few of the issues I faced were 1) I already have something like I think 200+ different textures, with custom generated bump maps and nl2mats for most of them, and at a certain point it was just too much to keep adding more textures. and 2) the sheer size of the project. I had to accept that I just wouldnt be able to bring every scene to 100%. I just dont have that kind of time (which sucks because I really wanted to be able to go into deeper detail) and I made the mistake of making every single building custom/unique (except for the tutor-style houses). Definitely a learning experience and something to keep in mind for the next one. Thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it!

[@PhenomenonStudios]

When you get goosebumbs from a youtube video. I listen to all kinds of soundtracks, but you picked every song from the GOT soundtrack for the right part. All i can say: Well done sir

[@quinnreed5817]

*the roller coaster industry has left the chat*

[@AnotherSwissYoutubeUser]

I will sue you because you stole my ability to speech. THIS IS ABSOLUTELY CRAZY GOOD! Well done. this is legendary

[@Iceboundjester8]

This is a lot better than i thought it was going to be. For being 2 years old this need way more views!

[@gusssanchez5188]

I.. AM… SHOOK…….. The level of insanity one has to have to posess this amount of creativity is just beyond me. I cannot even adequately put into words my appreciation for something like this. Cheerio, my friend. You’ve done well. I didn’t think anyone could surpass the Alien Rollercoaster I saw on KZbin but I have to say this may have very well passed that expectation. Geez Louise, what a fantastic job! I believe Universal Studios is hiring!

[@mizuslayer]

the cinematography... is so incredible; i am absolutely impressed. i loved it, my grace REPLY

[@MrBCoasters]

THANKS BB!!!!!!

[@kleator]

One of the best Nolimits I've seen. Great work!

[@lancehutch]

What the actual fuck! That's Art right there! Speachles!

[@VinneighPinneigh]

This is legendary, I have no other words for this.

[@KnightrideThrillz]

This is literally the most sick coaster I’ve *ever seen!* The layout is really good, not outstanding, but it’s really good, and I’ve never seen theming like this anywhere before! That’s the outstanding part. 100/10, would definitely watch again (And I’d love to see this built irl)

[@Traccmaster]

I'm stunned, well done!

[@happygolucky8245]

Pure genius imagine the first billion dollar rollercoaster

[@devonherron9935]

This guy's voice acting is top notch!

[@AnotherSwissYoutubeUser]

it's actually not his voice, check description

[@Hunter_Hult]

Wow that’s one of the most well themed coasters I’ve ever seen in NL 2 good job 👍

[@CoasterVision]

This was Epicly EPIC!!!!! The scenery, the inversions and where you placed them. Everything was just awesome!!!

[@Zergei]

When I saw the crazy vision stuff, I literally stared in awe. This is insane.

[@Henry-ro2bo]

One of the best concepts I’ve ever seen.

[@ImmelmanFooters]

2021 and this is still the best creation on NL2

[@AnotherSwissYoutubeUser]

Silent Hill: The Ride ranks #2 for me

[@onion2787]

Sad thing that often with this creations you have to decide: Good Coaster or Good Scenery. This guy somehow managed to make both in perfection.

[@XxGodFingersxX]

Love Daenerys in Joconde !! Nice work, I love it

[@MrBCoasters]

Hahha Daenerys is bae. Had to include her as an easter egg. Credit for the painting goes to MadMouse Design.

[@Kittyhat]

yeah if this actually existed it'd easily be the best ride ever made

[@franoutboy]

I can't even believe someone's capable of creating this. I've been using NoLimits since the very beginning and this is, without a doubt, the best simulation ever. Congratulations!

[@avreso1555]

Come on Universal, next to the Harry Potter universe, place this hell of a baby. Dayuhm.

[@9000knobs]

This is a work of art. Amazing.

[@Camerenyoo9]

Have. Ever seen the show but this was fucking incredible. Brilliant work.

[@smith9808]

Amazing! Wow. I’ve played no limits for around 10 years so I can appreciate the amount of time that went into this. Truly amazing! Subbed for sure!

[@ellomate3545]

THIS IS I N C R E D I B L E

[@stanton1270]

If I was bill gates, I would build this. But knowing that I will most likely never ride this, makes me want to cry.

[@jesh_]

I literally started clapping after the POV, truly amazing!

[@coastertv4067]

wtf hoooooly crap, that´s so amazing i love it

[@CaliforniaThrills]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THIS IS THE BEST COASTER I HAVE EVER SEEN!!!!!!!!

[@MyLifeAsBrandon]

This is what No Limits was designed for. Wow!

[@t-a-r-o-n_on_top]

Oh my god. Best ride i have ever seen. In nl2. In real life. Ever. Wow

[@vegguid]

umm........ WOAH. Incredible.

[@koenberkvens5302]

Can't even imagine the amount of time this guy spent scripting and building Sketchup models.

[@AnotherSwissYoutubeUser]

WHY DOESNT THIS GO VIRAL????

[@pupperwareclub]

welp guess i can confirm mr. b is a god

[@benjamintoft5700]

Simply Amazing! just WOW

[@JosephPojunis]

Dude.

[@JBS_UK]

Cool coaster not often you get to see a coaster this good. Nice job dude

[@nolimits2coasters493]

Incredible. Everything is absolutely on point

[@danielschenk1749]

No words, amazing. So beautiful

[@westfamily5729]

Wow the sound effects were awsome

[@addym45]

This is absolutely sublime!

[@CanucksHub]

VR this! Great design

[@patrickpartington9957]

Wow omg that was magical I am blown away

[@coolgamesnl5867]

HOW JUST HOW! this looks so great!

[@stickerman8247]

you deserve more viewers man...

[@TYlerTerser]

I'd love to see a Harry Potter Battle of Hogwarts coaster

[@nicoescandarani8787]

Man, this is just amazing!

[@vegguid]

1 month later and still just 4.757 views, KZbin is strange.

[@MrBCoasters]

Meh, I don't do it for the views :P as long as the people who DO watch it enjoy it, I'm happy :)

[@brothersonrails9432]

this is incredible! amazing job

[@zeta1ret]

WOW-WEE! ONE OF THE BEST I HAVE SEEN!

[@NeckarKim]

I love your work!

[@joseramonantonmorell1201]

Waoo increíble 👍👍

[@harrh4528]

This is sooooo good the detail on the scenery is ridiculous- I guess you built the track first- was it difficult to get the scenery around the track

[@MrBCoasters]

Coasterfan3657 thank you! Building the scenery around the track was pretty easy since i exported a model of the track to work with in Sketchup :)

[@smuella]

Absolutely insane. Loved every second of it. The story was great and well established, the layout was great (maybe a tad long in the second to last part) with lots of amazing element sequences and scenery interaction and yeah, the scenery.. wow. The dark ride part was unbelievable. Video editing, too was great, only the very end of the POV was a tiny bit awkward for me with the music not really sounding like it's over. But yeah, basically about the best NL2 thing ever :D

[@MrBCoasters]

Yup by the end of the video I was so sick of it that I was like "ugh im just gunna fade out..." LOL

[@smuella]

:D

[@michaelschisla200]

Wow! Awesome job.

[@heylaunch4438]

Oh my god, this coaster is dude !! 😍😍

[@yytoure]

This is perfection.

[@888AshLi]

How beautiful is this?! - Thanks! :)

[@MrMuchwoo]

It is so Amazing! I love the video and the ride seem so cool!

[@baptistecool9601]

You deserve way more viewers 🤩😵

[@Femangel13]

This is amazing!!

[@vashboddie]

Stunning!

[@romarioferiztriadi4534]

So talented!

[@utahcoasterenthusiasts]

Incredible!

[@raidtheotter]

WoW ! incredible!!

[@deathfearsnone]

This is amazing

[@mariobeovides8032]

Well done!

[@albinliungman1093]

Amazing

[@geforcehan4184]

Dude this is far to good, how long did it took you? The Build is amazing, the way how you present it is awesome and the Musik choice is a 10/10. I'm totally blown away

[@alamedabearcub1]

Wow! That was awesome.