Making a HUGE 24sqFT Wargaming Board | The SHIRE!

[@Rastamahatma]

I feel like the excitement about the lights could be due to some arduino based trauma.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Nailed it 🤣🤣🤣

[@Rastamahatma]

@@RealTerrainHobbies programming is both tedious and slightly repetitive. The killer is any little mistake can shut everything down. That cyberpunk build was a mammoth undertaking for a first attempt as well.

[@princezzpuffypants6287]

Ha! I snorted and spooked my cat 🤣

[@thunderballz74]

the earth and stairs off to the left but i don't want to keep it going left because it will be too much weight. Maybe i can make road curving back to front some and have the road busted up by a sinkhole...idk i may just trash it. I have put a lot of time in it but i have hit a creative road block...lol. I have only been doing this for a year so...there is so much to learn. The biggest and hardest thing for me is the freaking water pouring and it always...always leaks no matter how much clear sealent i put on my dioramas....How can i get a good pour with no leaks and lighting underneath on river floor..and bottom of bodies of water?

[@thunderballz74]

My God , my nerves are going crazy just thinking of doing a diorama so massive. At current time i just finished a 1ft x 1.5ft diorama of the walking dead- daryl on his bike....i know its the lego model but the figures have a lot of detail and i am not using the " road & gaurd rails" that came with it..i made a three tier with underground sewer and big sewer pipe stubbing out with green ooze & bubbles, stairs all the way up carved into rock, rails by pipe to right of pipe to beginning stairs. I came out about 10' in rama measurements and a 2 row of 1' blocks to hold in nasty water and an over flow about 2' wide. At street level i made a street light but......i am kinda burned out at the moment...because i still have to figure out how i am going to do the street. I stepped the levels of earr

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

We're so happy to be collaborating with you on this build. Looking awesome so far. Landscaping is our favorite part, so we're excited to see how that comes together next. Gotta love the personality you bring to your videos, as well. Had to laugh at the cart squeak. Ready for part 2!

[@nickednick6045]

This fella has shown me a lot about what Woodland Scenic products can do. Very impressed.

[@GoobertownHobbies]

The hype is real! This is gonna be so good.

[@keithkarnage]

No! This is terrible! They're going to make war in the Shire! Even Peter Jackson didn't sink that low....

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Oh, hope you don't mind me having borrowed the Paint Bravely theme song there.😋

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

​@@keithkarnage The Scouring of the Shire!!!

[@keithkarnage]

@@RealTerrainHobbies I listened to the audiobooks after watching the movies. I rewatched them last summer with my daughter and was surprised to find my memories of it were all imagined, just with the movies graphics. One of my favourite parts has alway been Pippen saying 'Hold on. I'm a bleeping knight of Gondor! What do you mean there's nothing we can do?'

[@withincrisispodcast]

Gotta love that intro music for @Paint Bravely The Podcast being used as well ;)

[@mythfire1461]

It's incredible how supportive woodland scenics has been to the channel this is epic

[@pvhep4036]

Because this channel is epic! He makes such great terrain, that's why I never start building terrain XD

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

If you guys haven't already watched, go check out the first video in this series where we go into detail on the "Halfling Homes" I've been designing in Zbrush! I made an entire set which are going to be 3D printed for this project, go give it a watch! The poor guy didn't do so well on the views and could use some love as I worked pretty dang hard on that sucker. 🙂 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qorTpo2dnZekh5Y

[@erc1971erc1971]

There is not a single crafting project on the Internet that I am more looking forward to than this. The shire has always held a soft spot in my heart and this extremely impressive build is something I am thoroughly going to enjoy watching come together. Awesome job so far Neil.

[@nickfrank5162]

The music is absolutely awesome, the build is absolutely awesome, the creator is absolutely awesome, all of it is awesome

[@mikewicked]

Agreed, though I had just finished watching a Whisk(e)y Vault video, and they use the same piece for their Titan of Whiskey donation credits that is used while Neil was wiring up the board, and it spun me out that 2 completely different hobbies could overlap like that. Took me ages to place it too, just such different places to hear it.

[@b.lloydreese2030]

Finally, we can have a scouring of the shire encounter

[@superking208]

Justice for Fatty at last!

[@mjpete27]

Well Neil, I simply cannot fathom the time and effort to accomplish this build. The construction and editing seems a Herculean task each in its own right! Phew!~ I doff my hat to you sir! I am not the only one who can hardly wait for the next video! Please take your time and enjoy yourself as well! I believe that you have shown off these new products way beyond the creators original designs! Great for you both! Thank you for sharing this epic build, I and many others, commenting or not await your next post with anticipation never before experienced! Ghaaaah! No, wonderful video, thanks man.

[@user-bf8ud9vt5b]

Battle of Hobbiton: Sackvilles v Bagginses fight it out for control of the family silver! 🔥 Fire in the Shire! 🔥

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

😂

[@jordanwilde9226]

I adore the production value put into your videos. The talent and dedication to the craft alone would make your channel a joy to watch, but the cinematography and dramatic flair place among the best hobby channels out there. Cannot wait to see more.

[@JnomadS]

Man, just watching how far the editing and the overall structure of your videos has come, has been a real treat. Aside from how awesome your work is! Love your content bro

[@jazzCFB]

Highlight of the day is hopping onto youtube and finding out RTH has put out a new video... And even better when it's about the Shire build I've been drooling about for weeks 👌😎 what an inspiration you are, mate! can't say it enough.

[@preetipothen3727]

Finally found a genius on KZbin🔥😎❤️ Love from India

[@matthewprince6157]

Woodland Scenics: Hey we would like to send you over some stuff for you to use. RTH:Ohh that would be great what are you sending? Woodland Scenics: Yes.

[@staffsluke]

the video editing quality is on point! I love seeing this channel come on leaps and bounds. love it love it love it.

[@christopherrichen4444]

Just wow !!! And completely overwhelmed by the level of mastery of this guy !!

[@seangere9698]

FYI, If you want to get rid of the pitting left over from the plaster cloth just wet your hands and run it over the plaster cloth, before the cloth dries, till the plaster that's impregnated in the cloth fills the little gaps. Also a little background on that stuff that's what plaster casts were made from before they came out with the heat activated polymer casts they use know. I used to use that stuff back in the late 90's and early 2k's for making casts of body parts, rocks, branches and the likes for 3D Design class in Highschool.

[@jekster]

I knew I was hyped about this series. Really looking great and love the lighting.

[@Robert-bm2jr]

Watching you wheel in the squeeky cart really made my day. Thanks

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Glad that made your day hehehehe 😄

[@NothingToSeeHere32]

Beautiful camera movement during the time-lapses, much smooth, much beauty, much like.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

😊

[@ridethroughlifertl]

I don't do any modeling or crafting or art of any kind, but I like these videos because it's like a spot of positivity in my life. A+

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Heeeeeeeey that is so cool. Thanks for sharing and glad I'm able to bring some positivity into your life. Maybe some day you might get the itch to try some of this out yourself.😊

[@ridethroughlifertl]

@@RealTerrainHobbies I just might! For now, I get my itch for detail scratched by working on engines.

[@benh5336]

You could drill holes in the bottom of the hard board and fill sections with insulation foam or wood glue to help the sheet on top retain rigidity.

[@ASUSfreak]

The build itself... the artwork... the video-editing, the Settlers (when I played it on Amiga in the 80's...) music at 17:50... Darn man... when this is music, you sir are an artist! Greetings from Belgium!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks for the great comment. Much appreciated and greetings from Canada!🙂

[@ministervilcifer6140]

🤤 all the WS product! That light box was super satisfying to see. Can’t wait for this project to unfold more. 👍👍👍

[@DoughnutsInspace]

This is going to be epic! Woodland Scenics are awesome for sending out all that gear too, all the stuff I have used is fantastic.

[@miguelcorreia1149]

Awesome!! Getting close to 200k!! Glad I was here early!!

[@ritinkornas5336]

Next video: "Ok, this is my biggest project so far, we are going to make a modular 50 square meter gaming board" XD -> Who wants to see that???!!! Looking forward to see the shire finished though! :) Edit: Ok, I'm now at minute 17 in the video... Neil has became crazy it's official! XD

[@1525kat]

Wow What a massive project! The fun you appear to have had making this video is infectious!! So looking forward to the next part!

[@KnarbMakes]

This project is massive. Sooo.... When can I come over and play a game on it. I'll bring the beers.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

haha hey if you're bringing the beer man, any time. Any time.😋

[@Goshu1]

I cant wait to how this Real Terrain Hobbits project turns out. Exciting!

[@Boylei]

So stoked for this one! I love that you I are lighting it up. I cannot wait to see the end result.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks man! Yeah the lighting will go a long way with this in the end and give it that extra added flare I think. Thanks for stopping by man!

[@adamdax]

Just finished the video simply amazing ! BTW the production value of your channel is just on another lvl compared to other similar channels and I can't wait to see more to this series !!

[@meerabellenbaum6092]

Great project! I'm totally thrilled to see more

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Yea it's a great lighting system for sure. And thanks on the Griswold moment haha. It just came to me at that moment while editing and had to throw it in hehe

[@isaactracy3118]

Great video, great project. I hope you really feel pride in this because it seems like a heroic amount of effort and its looking fantastic.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks Isaac. Much appreciated 🙂

[@sudeepsherly8811]

Great model Neil fantastic. I actually drawn a picture of your Little wizard ❤

[@sudeepsherly8811]

And congratulations u are reaching 200 k subscribers. I joined with your journey when u reached 135 k subscribers. U deserve the subscribers Niel

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thank you so much! Sorry for the late reply on this, guess I missed it earlier. You're the first on to congratulate me on 200K so thank you very much for that and happy to have you as a loyal subscriber!😊

[@sudeepsherly8811]

@@RealTerrainHobbies 😀😁

[@Stefanvw1985]

Nice video again! Cool to see you use all those woodland scenic stuff. Fun little effects in the video and nice music! Keep up the good work!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks again for watching and glad you enjoyed the vid!!

[@catgray1]

Holy cow!! I would LOVE to get that massive amount of materials for free!! It's like Christmas!!! Nice they supported this project for you. Very cool! ❤

[@motetheartist6894]

Neil , you glorious bastard , you will never stop to amaze us , will you ? so exited

[@AdamViklund]

So great, Neil! This is going to be a killer setup when finished! I love the natural flow you got with this new hills technique!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks Adam!

[@WaldoWally]

Gosh I cant wait to see this project unfold. Also. The production quality on this video is top notch. I laughed out loud a few times. Plus it all moves along so smoothly. Amazing! Your channel has a huge future. So glad to be a part of it on Patreon.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks Walter. Appreciate it man. Comments like this really mean a lot. And, so happy to have you as a Patron man!🙂

[@superking208]

Astonishing work, the extreme breadth and depth of this project is fittingly Tolkienian

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks man! :)

[@thebobloblawshow8832]

Great build. That was also some awesome camera work. Top shelf stuff.

[@kasmo]

Except for the extreme face closeups, they kept triggering me :)

[@lauraandedwardcannon8861]

Nice build. You can also fish the wires under the terrain. Just poke a small hole in the shell and thread the wire through. No covering up like you did. Sometimes a little fiddley though.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Oh that is true too! Thanks for the tip. 🙂

[@Jayk129]

Dude! I OWN a hobby shop that stocks Woodland Scenics products and I have never ever gotten a shipment from them with that much stuff in it! This had to have been a ton of fun to build. Awesome job.

[@vodkasrups]

wow,i'm genuinely thrilled for you that Woodland scenics chose you,your enthusiasm is infectious ! makes me want to build something !

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Thanks man! And I hope you do, it's not as hard as you think it might be and it's incredibly rewarding!

[@wrath3470]

Holy smokes what a project, thank you for doing the shire, my fiancee will have me build a hobbithole in the near future. This build absolutely rocks.

[@TRoZZ27]

Again a really amazing video, always love watching. I also really like the seemingly new editing style !

[@NorthoftheBorder]

It's haaaaaappening. I can't wait till you get that bad boy flocked up!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Haha it's finally here! Yea man me too. All this white isnt very attractive now is it. Gotta get things greened up!

[@wonderboy2402]

Model trains might be dying out - but fantasy terrain building is on the rise! I feel like woodland scenic needs to offer a new rebranded hobby line. Hey, you still need to build a Candlekeep. :)

[@Slurgical_3D_Terrain_Channel]

Love PL Premium lol. My “If Daryl Dies We Riot” mug handle snapped 2nd day of drinking coffee…..since then (5 years more…not sure) it’s still holding strong, Coffee..Tea… Awesome terrain and channel.

[@MRR_Shadowolf]

This channel and specifically these video links showed up in my email today. Curiosity got the best of me. All I can say is wow, simply wow! Glad Woodland Scenics sponsored this and I learned about some of their products I was previously unaware of, plus your techniques. Well done sir! Subbed.

[@ScarletShade13]

I love this!! I didn't believe I could get more exited for a LotR-related build but here I am soooo hyped up! Thank you, Neil, amazing as always!!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Heeyyy thanks so much! If I can get a non LotR fan to get excited for something LotR then my job is done! 😊

[@gaslitworldf.melissab2897]

Wonderful editing. Dude. I know this took lots of time, so thank you. We get 20 minutes for all the hours you spent making this happen. I felt the excitement.

[@Galbalad]

Wow man thats gonna be awsome, cant wait for the next video

[@chippylipton8147]

Your editing has been top tier lately. Love the memes and silliness ❤️

[@karinac4245]

This is so grand! I really like that the panels can be placed anywhere, creates so many possibilities

[@berouja]

I really enjoyed how you "memed" up this video. Very excited to see the next part!

[@Misha..K]

You are a real master in building big landscapes 💜

[@sshim950]

Nice video and super impressive build! Thanks for sharing : ) Hadn’t seen the shaper sheets in use before.

[@jakeclark3930]

looking great Neil can't wait to see the final product

[@hijinkstodeath1722]

The project was amazing and I loved how this was edited! Great through and through.

[@porkyorcy1715]

Really like that honeycomb shaped support structure you made, super satisfying

[@BeardClipper]

That is awesome :) loving you doing so much in Middle-earth at the moment :) Those lights look super easy to use; I'm very tempted to try them out :) Thanks again Neil, you're a star :) keep 'em coming!

[@jennylawson1980]

Your builds never cease to amaze and inspire. As creative as you are I can definitely see an even bigger board down the line. LOL 😂

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

lol this will probably happen at some point yes😝

[@MechanicalFiend]

I think I felt that beginning way too much haha, complicated projects are always so appealing and then you start working on them and there you are months later. Though your projects are on another level, absolutely huge endeavors! This is such a cool project, love seeing it slowly develop- the movable modular aspect of it is super awesome. The 3D models look great, can't wait to see how it all comes together! Also, the light hub box is super satisfyingly organized, hope it worked out well for you~

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

OK, well dang. I'm just going through my backlog of comments and missed this along with a bunch of other creators. Sorry Devon! But yeah, really love how this came together and having the lighting so easily organized was an absolute dream. Albiet, expensive if I were to pay for it all on my own. That system adds up quickly! But is such a nice way of doing things. I need to hop over to your channel here, I'm so behind on my friends content. Hope you are well :)

[@danielflenley195]

You NEED a water mill, and the green dragon inn of course.

[@terrainaholic]

LOVE the scale you work at Brother!!!! I'm setting up a 6 foot wide by 20 feet long table for all my hell terrain:)!! You are a MAD LAD and I SALUTE YOU!!!!!!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

hehehe thanks man and WOW! 20 feet long! Now THAT is a gaming table. Best of luck to you man and thanks for stopping by! :)

[@sebastiangurgul6712]

Lovin the hyper aggressive soundtrack juxtaposed against the building of chill rolling hills

[@thecornishlobster]

This looks amazing, looking forward to the next update.

[@KathyMillatt]

Loved the video! It's going to be an epic build. Shaper sheet is a great product and I remember being inspired by the vertical terrain on WS's display stand. I also love using it with water as I know resin is not going to leak through that foil! One question, why did you decide to use plaster cloth over the shaper sheet special plaster? I've always just used the plaster.

[@StoriesbyIrish]

All the boxes of Woodland Scenics stuff made my inner child squeal. 😍

[@IBeScrappyDoo2]

Displaying the boards in different layouts during the build process might help a little bit as well. That way people don't think it might not work after you lay down the plaster.

[@eternalmiasma5586]

I really want him to live stream some games on these massive boards when quarantine is over. I always wanted to see these in action

[@Zorpazorp]

4min in and I'm looooosing my s***

[@Zorpazorp]

duuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuude

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

@@Zorpazorp Haha thanks Lachie :)

[@Zorpazorp]

@@RealTerrainHobbies Look at that '199k' bro! So close

[@TheArchaonofchaos]

i've been working on my gaming table build for over a year now and im about 1/2 done... I wish i knew about this system before i started.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Ah, yeah I'd not heard about it before either until they had contacted me. Best of luck on your table and take all the time you need man. It's not a race to the end, just be sure to enjoy the process too🙂

[@zwei-zylinder]

This is so high quality, love it

[@idontwanttopickone]

Your modroc/plaster bandage shouldn't have any visible pattern on it - the little holes and gause/fabric. You should smooth it down as you attach it as this will help it adhear to the base structure. If you don't do this you may find areas of your work lifting up later on (could be months later) as the plaster hasn't attached to the base structure properly. Smoothing helps activate all of the plaster and ensure a snug fit to the material below. It will also stop you getting visible lines at the edge of each strip, as layers should merge with each other. Remember if you're finding you are getting a visible pattern from the gause (the fabric), you can always mix up some more plaster (the power kind) and thinly layer this on top while the bandage is still wet.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks for the tip! And yeah, I was planning on mixing another thin layer to fill in all the little holes/pattern. Also, afterwards I'll be sealing everything with modpodge before applying all the flocking and whatnot

[@tabletop-glory]

man you need to get one of those tool boxes on wheels just for all the terrain you could probably even make a airbrush booth out of the top, think about how convenient that would be to move around big projects like this.

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Ah, yes indeed! I've got two of those ready to go into the new studio when that happens but more for supplies etc. Love the idea of the airbrush booth on the top too!!!

[@tabletop-glory]

@@RealTerrainHobbies I cant take all the credit for that idea, a friend from TIKTOK ( I_Snap_Plastic) came up with the idea

[@miniaturefairytales3369]

What an amazing project! Thank you so much. You’re very talented! I’m originally from New Zealand - home of Lord of the Rings! We approve sir! We approve! ❤️

[@srenknudsen3624]

Amazing work, I look very much forward to seeing how this unfolds!

[@aUnhealthybreakfast]

When working with terrain and products produced for model train scales, which scale is the best match up for your run of the mill 28mm miniatures?

[@Krazblackheart]

yep...think i need some...all that to do some magical terrain and bases for my miniatures.

[@Krazblackheart]

And gotta say it looks friking amazing!

[@benOwar88]

*inserts Kylo Ren gif*: More! MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORE!!!!!!! seriously your talent and skills never cease to amaze me. Looking forward to the next step(s)!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

hahaha thanks man!!!

[@figurativelyspeakingminis1467]

Most epic product dump in the beginning! Yay! This is awesome!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hehehe thanks Courtney!😄

[@ForgottenStreams]

That paint bravely podcast track kicks as much ass as this awesome build

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

haha glad you think so!

[@dshowat]

Love watching your tutorials. I thought Shaper Sheet was designed so you didn’t need to plaster it? Been using WS for ages it’s awesome.

[@bucketorandomness9383]

Your editor has a really great sense of humor cx

[@jacquelyny9140]

Neil is the editor of this video!!

[@jsmpsnn]

Looks amazing so far. Can't wait to see more. Love me some Hobbiton.

[@jennyannfraser]

Very cool! Can't wait to see what's next!

[@sushimandaddi]

YESSSS finally some good hobbit hole prints!

[@HotelCharliHill]

My fellow Canuck! Great video! Who does your 3d renderings?! THey're AMAZING!!!

[@jacquelyny9140]

Neil does them and he is amazing! :)

[@HotelCharliHill]

@@jacquelyny9140 WOW!!! so I'd never be able to hire him then...

[@mingbritson]

Insanely awesome build!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@TheCrimsonArchivist]

have to say when I saw all the materials I was like, "HOLY S***!!!"

[@NatesMiniatures]

"Why do you do this to your self Neal?". Because it is freaking awesome and needs to be shared!

[@creatingmike9164]

So glad I discovered your channel! I'm a hobbit at heart so this is right up my alley!

[@BillMakingStuff]

amazing board and video! Good work!

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Hey thanks Bill! Much appreciated man. :)

[@shannonfibiger71]

Flexseal coming from New Zealand Is perfect for fast adhesive

[@samuel253]

you have gone insane edit: and I love it

[@bjartan7765]

Really really ^^ fantastic work ! I hope you do some sorts of Dwarf-hold in the future, would be awesome !