Scratch Built Alien Spaceship - What Did I Just Create?!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

If you haven't seen the build of the Pathfinder research vessel yet, check it out here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHuxcoF9jLyjb9E

[@nmills87]

“The build starts talking to me” I think that might be all that Weld-on 😂

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

😂😂I think that is very possible! I definitely had to be a bit choosy after a certain point with what it was "telling me", lol. Maybe a perk of the process 😉.

[@earlware4322]

Having a build talk to you is one thing, but when you find yourself in a heated argument with a half-built model at 3AM over little things like the accent colors or the amount of greeblies...that is when you know it's time for a break. 😵‍💫

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@earlware4322 I completely agree😄

[@gpdewitt]

I bought a 4' x 8' sheet of .040 styrene from a local plastic company for about $20. Had them cut it in half so it would fit in my car (rolled up) and then broke it down into 2' x2' sheets for storage. Also use thin styrene from printed signs, available at hardware stores. Much cheaper than hobby stores.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@gpdewitt thank you for the tip. I might go the big 4x8 sheet route for sure! I might try some for sale signs too. Sounds like a good option.

[@earlware4322]

​@@CosmicQuestHobbies The hardware store signage is definitely cheaper than hobby store styrene. If you're lucky you can find different thicknesses and even some with cool textures.

[@goaway152]

i like that its not automatically weird looking.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@goaway152 thank you goaway! Thank you for watching!!

[@Dario-yd2zt]

I've just discovered you yesterday. I can't explain why I did not discover you a time ago. OK, I have to tell you that you're "insanely talented." How can it possible that you are not working with special effects company in Hollywood. That's my friend, is what I feel when I watch your videos. I feel like I'm seeing you building a professional prop for a big budget movie. Thank you, and thank you for your videos. Congratulations.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

That is so kind of you to say!! I definitely enjoy building these creations, and love to share them with everyone🙂. I envision a story in my mind as they are being built and can almost imagine the people, or aliens, running these ships, and the interactions they are having with each other. It's almost a form of therapy too, lol. Thank you again for watching, and your wonderfully kind words!

[@dman7529]

love these build videos, and how you tell the story of the ships you build during the process. also really love how big these ships have been, and the way you reinforce the interiors.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you! I love building these ships and can't wait to build the next one to share with everyone!! I like the insides to be nice and strong, in case I want to do any green screen work or what not with them. It also makes a nice structure for mounting them to their base🙂. Thank you again Dman for your kind words!! If you haven't checked out my community page yet, I do have semi-frequent updates and progress and other things there.

[@andrewreilly8791]

Those engines look superb

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@andrewreilly8791 Thank you for the kind words Andrew! I really enjoyed making them and was excited how the blue lights turned out in them, I'm thinking these should do the trick for interstellar flight😉! Thank you for watching!l

[@AJB2K3]

The finished ship looks great And so does the Starship Rotisserie

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much! The Rotisserie ended up being super helpful and I can't wait to use it on a future build🚀🚀. Thank you so much for watching!!

[@earlware4322]

​@@CosmicQuestHobbies I was going to ask where you got that. It looks super helpful for big builds such as this.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@earlware4322 I actually drew up a sketch of the design and sent it to my dad. He made it for me and shipped it out to me. It worked pretty well for this.

[@erikaclark4952]

Amazing yet again to watch it transform out of basically nothing!!! That's even more impressive that you use your sketches more as a starting point and not be limited by them. True artist!!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you Erika! I definitely had a blast deciding on how I was going to make this as I went along😊. Thank you so much for watching and your kind words!!

[@andrewhull7296]

Dude that's awesome

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you Andrew!! I had a blast building this model, it took quite a few hours to complete, and am glad it's done🙂. Thank you for watching the video and I'm glad you came along for the ride!!

[@brianstroud4990]

Dude! When is the live stream? Attetion to detail like the foil tape is awesome!

[@tonybiggs5081]

You sir, are a genius!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much for your kind words!! 🙂🚀

[@Trashbash_Creations]

Another great build! I love it, Nice mounting system too, well done! I look forward to your next build.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you Trashbash! I'm super glad you enjoyed the build🙂!!

[@gaveintothedarkness]

This was a great build, and I can tell you had a lot of fun going through the process. Would love to see you use your 3D printer to perhaps incorporate more curves and swoops to future ships.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

That's a great idea. My wife actually had some similar ideas and thought one of my builds needs to look a bit more sleek, so I think I'll definitely be doing that on a future build or two!! Thank you so much for watching🙂!

[@agomerd]

You do a great job walking your viewers through your thought and build process! And your designs and use of miscellaneous parts is equally fascinating. Well done!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you Dan! I appreciate your kind words🙂. I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I hope all is well with you?! Thank you so much for watching and commenting, I can't wait to share more videos.

[@centaur1a]

Have you tried going to “train shops, swap meets, local model clubs, or the manufacture places that makes the materials (also their web-sites too)? You should also use regular warm or cool white LED’s and paint on translucent paint of any color and build up from there too. Blue LED use more energy.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Hey Centaur! Great tips, thank you🙂. I'll have to check some of the websites. It wild but there are like no hobby shops in Reno, Nevada - where I live. I'll check around for some swap meets, I'm sure they'll have those around here some where. I'll also check into the LEDS also! Thanks for the info and thanks for watching my video!

[@the-primered-thumb]

Absolutely mint mate 😉👌

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you!! I truly appreciate you watching and sharing your kind words.

[@alec1860]

Love that you have space-ambient-type music playing in the backgrounds of your videos. It adds to their atmospheres and stories.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Hey Alec🙂 thank you for the kind words and for watching the video! Finding just the right music is tough to do sometimes but I'm definitely glad the choice worked out for this one!! Thanks again!

[@williamwolfe1986]

Thanks .......love the card and stickers you sent me!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you Will! I'm glad you like them🚀

[@welpye]

these videos are so entertaining! can't wait to see more

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you for your kind words🙂. I had a blast making these models and videos! I'm glad you enjoyed them.

[@earlware4322]

Awesome build and fantastic story to go along with it sir! I LOVE that color, even if it isn't blue 💙, and with all of the detailing and weathering this looks like a lived in, but very loved spaceship. Those engines and BFSGs were fantastic! I am lovin' the story and builds of the Pathfinder crew so far and I can't wait for more. Until then keep on keeping on!!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@earlware4322 Thank you Earl!! I truly appreciate your kind words🙂 thank you so much for watching, abd I can't wait to share the next build with you!

[@occamsrayzor]

Another outstanding piece. This is my kind of model making.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you Occamsrayzor! I definitely enjoy building these models and seeing how they turn out at the end! I truly appreciate you watching and sharing your kind words!!

[@x70222]

Wow this was a great video! I am only about a year in to scratch building but am learning a ton from your videos! I really love the thought you put into every detail.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate your kind words🙂. I love seeing other peoples scratch builds, they have given me a ton of ideas for my stuff. If you get a chance, I'd love to see some pics of the stuff you've built. Thanks for watching🚀🙂

[@jorgealbertorodriguezvilla8773]

De niño me gustaba hacer naves con papel,cartón ,plastilina ,lo que tuviera a mi alcance veía las naves de star wars ,buck Rogers ,galáctica y todas las películas ,series y dibujos animados que veía en la t.v. deje de hacerlo cuando creci por la escuela y el tiempo y ahora veo videos de personas que les gusta este pasatiempo es bueno saber que hay muchas personas que les gusta este tipo de modelismo y lo hacen de forma más formal .con herramientas y materiales más formales gracias por seguir con esta actividad y espero que sigan haciéndolo por mucho tiempo saludos desde México CD

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much for your kind words!! It sounds like your childhood was very similar to mine, in regards to making models and watching all the cool space shows🙂. Those shows, and movies, were definitely part of what started me down the path of making these models and imagining a life amongst the stars. Thank you for you kind words and I definitely plan on keeping on with the construction of these models and dioramas!

[@mrwoodandmrtin]

Neat!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@mrwoodandmrtin Thank you!!

[@chasonlapointe]

What a great build, I just clicked on this video randomly but now cannot wait to follow in the the adventures of the Pathfinder... After I go watch the previous builds that is!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I really enjoyed making this ship and thinking of the cool story to go with it. I'm glad you enjoyed it and let me know what you think of the other videos😀!

[@dragonslyer74]

"Big Honkin space guns" thanks general jack o'neill

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Ha!! I was wondering if anyone would catch that, lol. Stargate is one of my favorite scifi shows by far🙂. Thank you for watching.

[@dragonslyer74]

@@CosmicQuestHobbies It's one. Of my favorites to me and my wife just finished watching it all over again

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@dragonslyer74 i hear ya. I've watched all the seasons a few times through!

[@michasowik2438]

Great work! It reminds me Homeworld wessels Khar - Selim and a bit of Ghost Ship.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you!! I didn't know what those vessels looked like, so I went and took a look. I agree, there is definitely a likeness to those ships! Thank you for watching🚀🙂

[@michasowik2438]

@@CosmicQuestHobbies Generally I think Homeworld series has the best spaceship designs out there. Recently I am more into realistic spaceship designs but when technology is not limited to our modern knownledge than spaceships could look like more sci fi like.

[@mcsherrymultimedia]

love you're work man! really great build

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much Mcsherry! I appreciate your kind words. I'm definitely having a blast coming up with the ships and stories to go along with the builds! Thank you for watching my video 🙂.

[@stefff13]

Just found you channel love the content and the lore part of your videos

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words!🚀🙂

[@goforitpainting]

Really cool. 👍

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much🙂. I'm glad you enjoyed the build and thank you for watching the video!! It means a lot.

[@dirkignatzek]

Just discovered your channel. What a great scratch build! Hope to see a lot more from you in the future! What software did you use to make the intro? Is it blender? Oh, one thing, i use nearly the same colors for rust effect as you. Vallejo flat brown and red leather and then i finish with VGC orange fire. The orange fire give a little more contrast in brightness and color to the edges.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Hey Dirk! Thank you so much for the kind words on my scratch build!! I love building those ships. I just wish I could get them done faster 😉. The beginning, of the video, was actually made with photos of each of the builds I did then separated from the backgrounds in Photoshop. I did some green screen work in my video editor to create the scene that you saw. Thank you again for watching!!

[@iangreen4572]

I just realised that the finished ship remids me of the Maquis ships from Star Trek ( minus the wings )

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

I can totally see it!!

[@goaway152]

the fact that is has Point defense weapons tells me that there are others out there who aren't so friendly within your lore.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@goaway152 agreed. I think there are a few "nasties" out there. 🚀🙂

[@gpdewitt]

Where did you get that "sf tools" stand? I've searched in vain, would like one.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

I actually drew up a rough sketch and sent it to my fleet maintenance specialist - AKA my dad, lol, to make for me. He added the lettering as a fun addition. It has worked out well for this model and look forward to using it on other models. I do think if I go any bigger with future models though, I would probably need a bit of a bigger model.

[@No1BRC]

just beautiful :)))) how thick is the styrene you used?

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thank you so much!! Most of the interior structure is made from .040 styrene while the exterior is .030. There are a few thinner pieces here and there, as well as some built up thicknesses. But those two thicknesses are my primary choices. Thank you again for watching🙂🚀

[@No1BRC]

​@@CosmicQuestHobbiesthanks much for clarifying 🙏🏾🙂

[@marcoscaba3846]

Is it just me that is geeting a vibe that the alien ship would look good reeling in a megalodon?

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Hey Marcos! I could totally see that. This ship almost needed a special holding cell attached to it to keep it in huh?! Thanks for the cool visual🙂, and thank you so much for watching!

[@moteuczumacuauhtemoccuetla4305]

Can you build the U.S.S Defiant from Startrek Deep space Nine.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

That sounds like a fun idea! I will definitely put that on my list of possible projects. Thank you for watching!!

[@jspacco]

Where do you get the WeldOn? I haven’t seen it at my Lowe’s/Home Depot. Great build!

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@jspacco Hey Jesse. I actually ordered my quart container of it off of Amazon. If you're interested, I put an affiliate link to it in the description of this video. Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving a comment. I truly appreciate it!!

[@empireranger]

I thought it'd've been cooler to build with curves. This one's neat, but looks ,ore like Pathfinder's younger brother. ;-)

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@empireranger or maybe distant cousin😄 I agree, I definitely need to get some curves in one of the builds. I'll be working on my skill for that!! Thank you so much for watching and commenting. I appreciate feedback like this it truly helps out🙂.

[@unheilbargut]

I have a question (since we seem not to have weld on in Germany): Is weld on a kind of CA-glue or a plastic glue that melds the plastic a bit and fuses both together?

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Howdy. The Weld-on 3 is a plastic solvent. It is very similar to the smaller bottles of plastic solvent cement, that you can buy in hobby shops, that meld the seams together. You might be able to find the Weld-on at sign making shops that deal in acrylic or plastics. I have actually also read about others using lacquer thinner as a welding solvent as well but not honestly sure how well that works. Thank you for watching!!

[@unheilbargut]

@@CosmicQuestHobbies Thank you for your kind response. I was just wondering, because I usually use a ton of CA-glue and your glue just looks quite (that might be the wrong expression for it...) forgiving?! But after writing my first comment, I totally forgot to mention, that I really enjoy your videos and creations. Telling a story along your builds is a great thing and I can't wait what is coming next! :) So thank you for your amazing videos and I wish you a ton of fun making them!!! Chris

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@unheilbargut thank you so much Chris!! I have a blast making the ships and dioramas and can't wait for the next one to start!! I truly appreciate your kind words and for watching my videos!

[@AJB2K3]

5/16th ? Why not the 1/4 20 used by photography equipment?

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Howdy! Thank you for your comment. I would actually typically use 1/4 20 for a lot of things, but I was thinking that this ship was quite a bit bigger and heavier so I upped the size a bit to make sure it was solid enough for whatever I wanted to do with it. Thank you so much for watching 🙂

[@AJB2K3]

@@CosmicQuestHobbies That makes sense.

[@thomkuhlman12]

Are all Earth ships of the same design? Or, are they built by different contributors?

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

The ones in my story line are primarily built by CQH Aerospace and its subcontractors. I'm sure there'll be a ton more ships by other companies once the "technology" gets into more hands. I think that's what you're asking? Thanks for the question Thom🙂🚀

[@goaway152]

looks like she's seen some nebula "rust" erosion. wonder how long shes been in service? Great looking model. im in love with this channel and have decided to make my own thoughts real.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@@goaway152 very cool!! My theory is that it's been kicking around for about 100 years or so. Can't wait to see where your thoughts take you🚀🙂

[@goaway152]

@@CosmicQuestHobbies know anywhere i cant find styro?.. no local stores have it .

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

@goaway152 yeah, it's hard finding good sources for styrene. I know some people buy the for sale signs from home stores. I personally just bought a bunch from a local sign making supplier when I was back in Michigan. I would try looking for a source like that?

[@andrewhull7296]

Hmmm....think I'm gonna try rebuilding my Halo ODST costume from Styrene

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Heck yeah!! I would totally watch a video of that🙂.

[@WiFuzzy]

Not knocking it. But why does everyone weather their spaceships like it's a tank?

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Thanks for the question WiFuzzy! I'm definitely still learning weathering, etc.. for these things. My concept for this ship was that it was like 100 years old because its been kicking around for a long time and got all kinds of things added to it over that time period. It kinds of reminds me of a rusty old Buick that someone got stuck driving as their first car. I would likely have only minimal weathering on a newer vessel, limiting it to things like carbon around engines, etc..

[@raffia16thblaze10]

amazing build but lost opportunity. lights in the bridge. lights in the warp waveguides. lights around the top garage style door. lights near the guns or some other recesses to cast shadows almost as if theres some crew quarters and their lights are shining through the viewports.

[@CosmicQuestHobbies]

Howdy! Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts🙂. I completely agree!! I am working on my skill for lighting and other things with the models for sure. I definitely have future plans to actually have a miniature bridge with crew and lighting and other things. All I can say is stay tuned for future builds. I'll definitely be keeping your input in mind as well🙂🚀