My Largest LOTR Battle Diorama Yet!

[@potterhouse-ys9ou]

Ya, know, with everything going on in the world, I hardly tear up anymore... but seeing this diorama being built and coming together... just brought back some great childhood memories. I loved this saga as a kid, and I still love it today. Boylei... keep it up bro. You're a freaking legend 👊

[@Legolion17]

Fun fact: I was born on the same day this movie was released. So I am celebrating 20 years along with the movie!

[@reubensweetman732]

Happy birthday

[@branchcore]

Happy birthday 🎂

[@TheMajorStranger]

happy birthday kid!

[@Lot_Lizard2024]

Happy Birthday

[@feynthefallen]

I must be getting old. Now there are people in the world who don't even know a world without LotR movies. When I was your age, we bloody well had to read a book to enjoy Tolkien, sonny!!! Happy birthday, btw!

[@Nosculptor]

I know it's a small part, but the neck texture was so spot on! Great diorama overall! I always felt sorry for the poor animals, though. :D

[@ATFFAULT2.0]

Yo bro the new starter screen from the original in incredible

[@282XVL]

There is something uniquely beautiful about returning to beloved childhood toys and refurbishing them with the skills of an adult who has mastered his craft.

[@cosmicwanderer457]

I will never forget the feeling of watching that scene in theaters for the first time. I was 12 years old at the time and I've never had that same feeling watching a film in theaters since, 20 years later. Thank you, for bringing back the memories!

[@annbrookens945]

I was FIFTY when I watched it in theaters for the first time and it was epic! As all three movies were!

[@mistac5050]

Wow, what a great reason to revisit an old piece. I can't believe it's been 20 years!

[@MaskedRiderChris]

PJ's LOTR movies are brilliant and beautiful, have stood the test of time, and I think they always will as masterworks. This was one of my favorite sequences in "Return of the King" as well and yes, that bald howdah rider was one of the highlights--that actor was well into it! Great work commemorating this classic scene, Boylei!

[@anupamraj3922]

What's your view on that LOTR series on Amazon? (season 3 will come in 2024 maybe)

[@MaskedRiderChris]

@@anupamraj3922 The less said about that, the better

[@bawshafft4881]

One of the most wholesome communitys on youtube.

[@NickSibz]

The ride of the rohirrim is easily the single greatest moment in cinematic history IMO. Still get goosebumps whenever I watch. Loved this build, the GW game is one of my favorites.

[@wAwCreator]

❤ You remind me of my country's heroic history. In my country's history, there were two female generals who rode elephants against invaders. That is national historical pride. I love this work of yours. it was great

[@PKTCrafts]

Man, I got chills when you described the scene. I had the exact same experience! Incredible work as always. I can see you put blood, sweat and tears into it, literally.

[@Frozenkoldfury]

RIDE! RIDE FOR RUIN, AND THE WORLD'S ENDING!! The battle of pelennor fields remains the single greatest cavalry charge ever put to cinema. The whole battle is amazing, but the initial charge of the Rohirrim is the turning point for the forces of good.

[@och70]

LOTR is probably the last epic trilogy we'll ever see. I am so grateful that I was able to experience it, along with other all-time classics like the original Star Wars, Back to the Future and Indiana Jones trilogies in a movie theater.

[@jamesnixon1875]

Awesome build LOTR's was and is an epic movie. One of my favorite's.

[@badzingan8053]

Amazing restoration.. Love rewatching LoTR - the uncut version back-to-back.. Even if already watching it so many times still giving me goosebumps..

[@jessydion1998]

I was 18 when I went to see it in theater with my brother and his pregnant girlfriend. She almost gave birth in the theater when Mordor's army marches onto Minas Tirith. She said Derek my nephew was kicking real hard at the troll drum!! This diorama is so epic, you are epic!!! Thank you for sharing this Oliphaunt obsession!!

[@K1LL4Cam]

I think what will make this even better are some arrows, some in the ground, on mumakils, some dead bodies with arrows! But amazing work, would love to see a part 2 with more touches!

[@Herzlustafir]

20 years... these movies will always fill my heart with youth.. wish i had this diorama

[@michaellindsey1543]

Well my memories are different yet the same. I was in my forties. I belonged to a club sort of deal but was never big into the play. Painting was what I enjoyed the most. Even in my 40's the movies were bigger than life an stirred a lot of emotions. . . Your diorama would have amazed my 40 years old self!

[@Alyathaean]

I will never forget hearing the news. Seeing the first trailer of LotR. I met some actors etc at conventions. Some good friends. Hah, I'm getting old and nostalgic. Beeing 40, having watched it so many times. They are still some of the best movies. ❤

[@theRatsAmongUs]

Happy anniversary everyone ! Long live the fellowship.

[@branchcore]

Eye'm always watching.

[@morganw.4711]

This really captures the desperation and terror of that scene, the armies of men riding against an unstoppable tide with the faintest hope that their efforts may make a difference in saving the world. The mumaks always make me sad- these gorgeous massive creatures in a cold scary place, used as glorified AT-ATs. And they still only count as one.

[@Aikurisu]

I still remember going in at nightfall to see marathons for this trilogy... only to emerge with the morning sun greeting me in the parking lot. Still remains one of my fondest memories. ... still hard to believe it's been 20 years, too. Thank you for creating such an impressive diorama!

[@jasonshiers5771]

Amazing work, can't believe it's been 20 years already that's crazy.

[@lucymiau5700]

A truely epic reminder how great these Movies and the Stories behind are.

[@robstults78]

I was 25 years old, I remember seeing ROTK opening night. My wife and I went and watched it. We watch it almost every year or every other... This is one of my favorite scenes. Awesome job, great piece. I love that you brought back this back to life, something you created 20 years ago at the age of 10!

[@nomoretwitterhandles]

You know, I've never seen nor read Lord of the Rings. I watched the Hobbit trilogy when I was younger and I loved it, but for some reason I never had any access to Lord of the Rings, so I could never watch it. For a few years now I've been wanting to finally watch the movies. And I think this diorama gave me the inspiration to actually sit down and do it. Super great build as always.

[@michaelvilaire-c9y]

did you?

[@mathieumorit4852]

When I was 11 I would have watched your videos, relentlessly on sundays before painting my figurines. Plot twist, 24 years later I still envy and do watch you videos ^^ I can't count how many hours (and parents money....) spent painting all those figs... Such a great time I had though

[@1D991]

Can't believe I somehow missed this one when you released it. I was 13 when the Fellowship released and already a huge LotR fan thanks to the books and 1970s animated Hobbit, and this scene still gets me every time. This diorama even hit me in the feels at the final reveal~

[@SoPhATy]

As someone who lives in New Zealand (where LOTR was filmed) I can say this is very historically accurate

[@jamesdennis2004]

I have been waiting for somebody to make this seen from LORD OF THE RINGS FOR SO LONG. Thank you boylei hobby time for making it.

[@davidkanengieter]

Dude, I could watch you build and sculpt all day. Mesmerizing.

[@canadianjeff223]

absolutely stunning! The charge of the Rohirrim and their sacrifice for a tomorrow that they will never see is one of the most moving scenes put to film. The score as a crescendo of Théoden's arc (and the men of the west) overcoming fear moves me to tears just thinking about it. you did so much justice to that scene Boylei

[@alexiaking5241]

just watched these movies for the first time, and had to come back and rewatch this! Your attention to detail, as always, is so impressive!

[@thomasmiller4378]

As I journey along watching these videos, I can see that no matter how many views or subscribers are there, Boylei always stays true to himself and his format. Beautiful, creative, eye catching pieces joined by corny jokes and silly captions. I love it. It always makes my Sunday mornings! I’ve learned so much in my crafting by watching these videos! Can’t wait to see what comes next!

[@darreno9874]

What a fantastic diorama, so evocative of the film. It one of my favorite cinematic moments. Thanks for showing us how. God bless

[@Enoxix.]

Great memories! Loved playing The Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middleearth II!

[@natedog769]

The battle of pelenor fields is a sight to behold in the theaters. I think for our generation it has the same effect as seeing the ATAT walkers for the first time. The scale of the battle and creatures, the film and music and just the idea of battling beasts with a spear. Its truly one of the best moments in the film trilogy

[@annbrookens945]

Oh, excellent observation! I was around 25 when I watch the battle on Hoth the first time and 50 when I watched THIS battle the first time! The awe and excitement were very similar!

[@Powerhaus88]

No part of LOTR is too long, Boylei! Hell, every movie should be at least 2 hours longer!

[@BB_Chaptsick]

Sunday mornings wouldn’t be complete without seeing one of your projects come alive! Great job! See you next week.

[@DavidRencher0]

Possibly my favorite Boylei diorama so far. You've perfectly captured not only the battle in the movie, but also the nostalgia of these old figures.

[@JC-ew5ss]

The paint job on THESE soldiers look great.

[@bridgiking]

I got goosebumps from you describing the battle on the Pelenor Fields

[@lasselippert3892]

The Haradrim war chant as they roll up on Pelennor Fields was always the best moment in the movies.

[@daviddeking2676]

Beautiful job resurrecting old models and giving them your expert touch. As always, your imagination and skill amaze me with the end result. LOTR movie trilogy are classic and this recreation of this scene from the Return of the King is great! Thanks for sharing!

[@qalak7782]

Wow! Epic build, Boylei, I'm sure the kid-version of you wept many tears over the quality of this diorama. I love how casually you matched that Green Stuff to the texture of the oliphaunt's skin. Great work 😃

[@CharlesDaly-ee9ed]

great diorama! I also started to paint minis because I saw your videos. This battle was super fun to watch with friends and family!

[@mshanejsmodelsnstuff2865]

LOTR movies are great, and I'm glad you have your 10year old movie in the theater memory. Mine is when Darth Vader stepped onto Leia's ship and looked at the dead rebels. That was in 1977. I was 10. Have a good day

[@JoeMapes]

Too cool. I'd love to see your display room!!

[@Gokou3036]

Huge diorama, it’s astounding how fast you can make these and they still look amazing.

[@itsjuneth]

Even though I've seen the movie countless times, The total hopelessness of Gondor's situation, the Witch King about to strike down Gandalf (Even if it's not accurate to the book), silence, then the horns... omg. Théoden's speech and the Ride of the Rohirrim brings a tear to my eye every time. Literal Perfection.

[@50goingon15]

What an absolutely wonderful project. That final reveal was as exciting as the film itself!

[@FlowersInHisHair]

Fantastic revival of a set of old minis!

[@ajschwartz3924]

This is wicked. I've only watched LOTR all the way through once but this week's build captures the magic perfectly!

[@jamesmccoy3079]

Hearing that Return Of The King is 20 makes me feel old,I remember when these films came out like it was yesterday.

[@warrenmahy6358]

This brings back memories. As one who worked on these movies, I think without a doubt, you would have slotted straight into the Weta Workshop models team.

[@trikepilot101]

I have wanted an Oliphant diorama for 20 years. Nice work.

[@torden2944]

im amazed

[@colamb0]

i was also 10 years old when i watched the third part in theatres. My life was not the same afterwards. I also started lotr tabletop. Grat Job :)

[@ValiantGarton]

20 years? Bloody hell. God I feel old. By the time Jackson released his first film, I had read The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings every year for 25 years since first being introduced to Middle Earth at 12 yrs old. I was always a huge reader, having read hundreds if not thousands of books and have often re-read books that I liked but Tolkien was like an annual pilgrimage. A couple of days each xmas. I always liked complicated and intricate stories but was always amazed by how simple Tolkien's work was but it painted such an incredible story. Dickens, Tolkien and Asimov, my top three, what amazing authors.

[@fredericapanon207]

I would add Sir Pterry Pratchett to that list.

[@ValiantGarton]

@@fredericapanon207 I found Terry Pratchett enjoyable but a little bit of a stealer of ideas. I think I only read one of his novels that someone loaned me but it was so much like Faust that I lost interest in Pratchett as being unoriginal. I do know of "Going postal" because I watched the TV series. It was British and I like Richard Coil. My preferred Terry was Terry Brooks.

[@fredericapanon207]

@@ValiantGarton Ah, you must be thinking of Eric, which is definitely a take-off from Faust and not as original as his other stories. I do love Making Money, Raising Steam, Guards, Guards. The Colour of Magic was his first Diskworld story so he had yet to hit his stride.

[@ValiantGarton]

@@fredericapanon207 Ah it may have been worth reading some of the others then. I had a problem though in the old days of actually buying book instead of loaning them. So I ended up with a massive library. For instance the complete works of Dickens, Conan Doyle, King, Lustbader, Brooks, Michener, Ludlum, Asimov, Heinlein, Lumley, Horwood, Herbert, Dumas, Austen to name a few of the more well known. Then I decided I had to reduce my fictional library when moving house so donated an literal ute load of books. That's a utility tray 2.4m x 1.8m stacked spine up with some multi layers. Then later I decided that I actually had a problem with reading like a drug addiction and decided to no longer read works of fiction. So I got rid of a further nine fruit boxes full of books. I kept my reference library, probably 10m of shelf space and some fiction works I was loath to part with. I kept my Tolkien, Asimov, Heinlein, Herbert, Brooks, Horwood and Lumley. I replaced my Dickens with his complete works on CD. With a few other random authors. So I probably have 10m of shelf space in novels. I have to retire one day and I may feel like doing a bit of reading again. Maybe I'll even give Pratchett another go.

[@fredericapanon207]

@@ValiantGarton I have a similar problem. Unfortunately my local libraries regularly purge their shelves of older materials. So I cannot be sure to be able to re-read a favourite down the line. Try finding a book by Dianne Wynne-Jones... Most are only available for e-readers now.

[@pmedic523]

Man. I’ve got to go rewatch these now. Your talent never fails to impress me.

[@BrotherThanatos]

Hadn't seen the lord of the rings in years and watched it a couple weeks ago I can't really out into words how much joy those movies brought me. Now, I'm not one to cry often, but when the rohirrim arrive to save Minas Tirith from the orcs, I genuinely shed a tear. They somehow made an already badass scene even more emotionally impactful. TL:DR : I BLOODY LOVE LOTR's!!!

[@Serucipe]

8:51 I love the little detail in the editing that the strumming on the ropes are the first 7 notes of "Concerning Hobbits."

[@karengilchrist9774]

Absolutely incredible! I haven't seen anyone recreate this scene. Amazing job. I'm off to binge the Trilogy now.

[@alisilcox6036]

I caught a screening of return of the king a few months ago. Too young to see it on release, I'm glad I got the chance. I cried, mostly thanks to the score, a few times, and had to actively restrain myself from screaming "DEATH". I highly recommend finding a screening when you can, it's a film made for the theatre and it is a film which knows how to make you feel what it intends you to - and the big screen only enhanced that.

[@kajsadragonfire7881]

The colour of the base strangely reminds me of the lunch in my backpack i always forget over summer break

[@SkyeSalindar]

I only got to watch Return of the King in Theaters, can't believe it's been this long! I need to rewatch the trilogy! This was an awesome diorama, really captured a slice of the battle

[@jamess.2599]

Great build! I was about the same age when I saw it, had the same affect on me. Great movie, great scene! Good Job.

[@sikmunkee]

art runs in the family fr!! your sister’s work is so cool

[@Joe_the_ogre]

This has to be my new favorite thing you have built.

[@benparadis3841]

That drill clip made me think: THIS IS SID ALL GROWN UP

[@Vault57]

Every year during the holidays we watch the the LOTR trilogy and if possible the other Middle Earth sagas as well (so many movies, so little time 😮). Great job on the Oli's! If you ever have the opportunity for travel I recommend going to New Zealand. Try and spend some time on both the north and south islands as they filmed in both areas. Beautiful locations for filming! We focused on the south island. I am surprised they haven't renamed NZ and started calling it Middle Earth!😮

[@paulcanning4702]

Missus and I both did just that a few years back, but focused on the North Island. We are massive fans of these movies. If you go to Mata Mata ( Hobbiton ) and it doesn't bring tears to your eyes, you're not fan of these flicks !.

[@MGB-learning]

Always an outstanding video and presentation.

[@ronferguson9695]

What an absolute masterpiece…. I hope someone from Weta Studio sees this Boylei.

[@WillDouglas-z1h]

I was one of the extras on horseback for that scene. Of course there were no giant elephants there, they were added later. Just us on horses riding around shooting imaginary arrows which were also added later.

[@pyrerock]

I loved that whole battle in that movie. You've captured it excellently in this diorama. I think your younger self would be quite ecstatic with what you've done. Bravo.

[@Hawkinszm1]

This guys painting skills are legit!

[@bjw4859]

Well done, that brings back very fond memories..... but it still only counts as one lol.

[@JohnnyWagner1]

This is legit the coolest thing I’ve seen in awhile.

[@Zable24]

Can totally see how much of a LOTR fan you are, keeping it very accurate, which i can appreciate. Also, this seems like it was pretty ambitious!

[@goatedbricks]

We need to get this man to 1 mil subs

[@not_them]

I watched the extended editions in the cinema this year, and they're still fantastic

[@davidthomas6473]

Superb work as ever brilliant u make it seem so easy still, please don’t retire great inspiration

[@benmiles00]

That’s magnificent mate. I’m sure Peter and the team at Weta would be proud.

[@fluminox13]

First i thought the elephants are too light, but now I think they are the perfect contrast to the darker battlefield

[@NotOnLand]

I like the movies but have absolutely no memory of anything not directly related to the hobbits and the ring. Even though I don't know anything about this battle your work is still incredible!

[@commissargurke]

Amazing work as always, the score of this battle still brings back what I felt the first time watching years ago

[@Openreality]

For me if they are able to move, i can save more space and possibly recreate something new with what i have and ultimately save money, it also helps if one moves around often. I'm glad that others have the space they want for their hobbies.

[@theaxewarrior1340]

Boylei all I have to say is that you are an extremely talented artist and that your videos have always brought a smile to my face which is something that doesn’t happen often in the his day and age thank you and keep it up man!

[@leekent46]

Brilliant work. Looks just like a little slice of the movie made real. Well done!

[@nathanielzaharia9630]

Man, the sense of awe that scene brought up in me is still unforgettable.

[@annbrookens945]

Oh, most excellent diorama! I keep expecting Legolas to do his thing, swinging around the oliphant and flinging fighters off willy nilly.

[@lusovchak]

This is so epic! And yeah, nothing has managed to beat the sheer amazement, emotion, visual and score combined of that scene for me.

[@lww3226]

You just built my favorite part of the king’s return 😃😃

The Napoleon Dynamite quote does not go unrecognized or unappreciated. Another cinematic masterpiece!

[@amandastanek-winnen]

I could hear that poor husband's defeated voice in my head when I read the "I can't"!!! 😂

[@nshockley123]

It is so exciting getting to watch you week to week. Your skills keep getting better and better. This one in particular is one of your best! Still in awe of your mod to that olyphant. Looks like it belonged that way.

[@notfeedynotlazy]

I did read the books around 20 years before the movie was made, and while several parts of the adaptation were... let's say "questionable" (cough, Faramir, cough), the Rohirim charge at Pelennor - particularly that high top view of the scythe reaping Sauron's horde- err, of the Rohirrim breaking through the lines so deeply that the whole host gets engaged at the same time, remains one of my favorite movie moments. Good taste, Boylei. Good taste.

[@pez5767]

epic. I could watch you make LotR dioramas forever.

[@BentleyReese-n2l]

This is one of your greatest works my friend.

[@GeorgeTGF]

Any man who shed blood upon the fields of Pelanor is a hero of the free people!