Scratchbuilding Aquila Square - Warhammer EPIC Board Build

[@multiple_oranges]

I love longer projects like this, and I love seeing multiple videos that detail each part! They're honestly my favourite kinds of videos, because then I have a whole linear playlist that I can go back and re-watch all together. The buildings look phenomenal!! Can't wait to see this all come together.

[@AshleyBlackwater]

on that note, I think big long videos released at the end as "complete sereis" would be good maximizing watchtime, ect

[@RowdyTheHitman]

Im a big fan of the 'entire series' video at the end of a project, someitmes i dont catch every video so having a real long vid to put on while working is nice

[@fredericthalheimer3811]

I also enjoy, longer projects which have a story line you can follow over several weeks or month, it actually keeps me more interested than several individual projects

[@pstuart17]

Screw the YT algorithm. Keep making vids like this. I love multi part builds like this. Zorpazorp, Squidmar, and Realterrainhobbies have been killing it with their multi-part build series style. It's refreshing to see y'all take your time on a project and be able to put some passion into little details or micro-builds instead of breaking your spirits trying to do a "first ones to paint this newly released model" or "paint X in Y amount of time" clickbait vids. I know it's what YT is pushing for but those lived-in type details will only add to the narrative of this board and make it more fun to play on. If you're gonna take the time to make a permanent fixture board for future content, it'll add so much more to the narrative to have these kinds of details on it. You're building a whole world with these details and it's fun to watch.

[@warherd_miniatures]

One thousand percent agree, i get so invested and look forward to every new episode that comes out to see the progress 😍

[@tlangston2496]

I LOVE this project. I particularly like that you’ve spread it out. Not only does it mean it’s higher quality but it also feels more achievable for an average hobbyist. We can’t build a full scale board in a week, so why can you!? It’s truly refreshing to have one of the top KZbin channels in the hobby feel realistic in this way :)

[@joelsexton4434]

I have this terrible idea of a parade of tiny baneblades disguised as parade floats in front of the imperial St. Basil's in reference to the return of the Soviet Union in that one Simpsons episode.

[@genericuser984]

second founding instead of the soviets

[@hydecleese8877]

I don't like when the shorter videos feel rushed or unfinished, so I really appreciate the longer ones spanning several videos.

[@IceJoust]

This plaza is insane! If this is what we get with multi video builds I am ready for playlist long builds!

[@chaoshead87]

I honestly don't care what the youtube algorithm says, I enjoy this type of video diary/blog of a large project. Seeing the non-rushed, more detailed builds and paints, even for terrain is great and shows some love for the environment we play on with our little fighting men. Keep up this sort of content, thanks for sharing.

[@HipposHobbyHours]

these longer project videos are amazing, I love the fact that we can follow along (and maybe build along) over the span of weeks or months. The fact that you are able to put that much detail into a video also means that we as viewers get a really good feel of all the steps/decisions that you guys take to end up with such an amazing product, for example, the changing of the colour of the roofs, loved to see this, the tought process behind it and the before and after. if this was a video in the style of: We build a full EPIC table in a week or something, this might not make the final cut and that would have been a shame. Seeing your creative processes is really nice and I hope that youtube and the community will both love these longer projects. Just in case it wasnt already very clear, I do! Keep up the good work, I look forward to the next update!

[@kithpendragon]

It's good to show the process for longer projects. We see so much of the heavily cut or sensational content that sometimes it feels a bit disappointing when our own projects don't get done in a few hours. Thanks for taking a chance on the big stuff!

[@baldeagle13x]

Great format. Detailed builds, section by section. This is entertainment and education in one fell swoop. Being yourselves makes these videos, so I’m not sure you could make them any better. Enthusiasm and love for what you do is what makes this content come alive.

[@dominicdussault95]

Love longer build like this, and also very interested in Legion inperialis

[@RtxtDriver]

That combo of seeing the the plaza and the minis looks really like a lived in place

[@acledfloyd]

Please get some of the old Epic Primarchs, I have Mortarion and I love it. You guys are the channel that covers the history of Epic.

[@willowtreedb]

Im ao glad you are able to take the time to dedicate to this project and split it into multiple videos. Its great to see your amazing building skills and creativity in more detail.

[@danielduke9349]

I could have watched this for much longer! I’d love an extended video of the planting work. It looks so good, great details at such a tiny scale. It wasn’t until this particular video that I got interested in epic scale. Now I’m very intrigued, can’t wait to see the next video!

[@sampsonkennedy]

According to black book 3, Alpha legion were officially seen in colours of "pale grey, gleaming steel, veridian, dull bronze, sable, indigo, amaranth and azure blue - both in main and combination." and that's before they started dressing up as the other legions. I'm also a huge fan of process content, especially one off pieces like this and your conversion videos. There's only so many ways you can put paint onto a model, but everyone has a different idea about how to convert something or realising a fluff piece in model form. That individuality is what I love to see in videos and I wish it was easier to find on youtube, so I'm glad to see you guys doing so much of it

[@AceFrahm]

I REALLY REALLY want to see tiny citizens sitting on those park benches! Maybe there are some tiny figures who are intended to be used as vehicle drivers who are already in a seated position that could transformed for the purpose? Can there be tiny pigeons? Crows? Someone feeding them?

[@TheTechnoBearJake]

I cannot speak for everyone, but personally I like and appreciate these videos a lot more. Seeing you guys make highly detailed projects AND have fun doing them at a much more realistic deadline is much more enjoyable. I don't care that the project is not fully done in one video, it just makes me hungry for more content and want to comeback to see the next video as you add to the project. Keep up the amazing work!

[@timgriffin8604]

I just want to watch you guys do things you love. Much more satisfying knowing you're enjoying yourselves!

[@paladinartea]

I am enjoying this format of a large-scale project done with care and not rushed. If it takes multiple videos, that’s more content for us :)

[@Russmatthews85]

I don't think you guys need to change anything. I really enjoy all of the big projects, such as the cathedral. Thanks for being awesome guys

[@cinemonk9639]

Longer projects like this are so fun to follow! And it would be cool to see Dave paint a 40k model in his epic scale alpha legion scheme

[@guleri]

I love that you can make some detailed videos like this on bigger projects, that show a lot more of the process and the work you do. Looking forward to see what comes next. Sounds like you have some great ideas going forward.

[@dac9611]

Long time viewer here with my two cents. We’re had a few videos, or sets of videos which I would describe as personal, or even passion projects that occasionally show up. For example Jen’s sisters of battle knight and the cathedral build, Jazza’s space bears or even his ork models, and honestly Dave’s got way too many examples of these. I feel like we’ve never really gotten to see one for Murray, he’s always helping out with group projects, or other people with their personal projects; I also feel like half the time when he is the focus it usually ends up being very specific sponsored content. For example right after the big titan board set of videos, and it was just Jazza and Murray for a few videos it felt like he still didn’t get to choose what he got to work on. I would really like to see a project that’s creatively his. Even if it’s only adjacently miniature related. His style of working, especially when it comes to painting is fantastic, and also quite a unique take on the standard approach that at least I’m not used to seeing.

[@TabletopTime]

We want the same thing! And are working towards it! Viewers don't often get the full picture, and part of that picture is Dave is full time on the channel while Murray and Jenn and part time, the nature of this means it's a lot harder to schedule those passionate dives in over the work week around the schedule. Rest assured, 2024 has a lot more in store

[@ghostlyunicorn7514]

Like the longer form with more attention to details. Just keep going guys!

[@cagepersecond3683]

Really nice stuff! I hope we can get more of such creative series! I can see how hyped and happy you are just because you can do something moge detailed and focused!

[@leonardneubeck1003]

I think the best videos are the kitbashs of charakter & captain models and boards I absolutely love your videos❤

[@mutanik]

Like loads of other people have said, really loving watching you get to take your time on detailing, certainly worth any extra time it takes to get the videos out

[@kieran2221]

That was awesome - I'd love more board builds, and I got brought into your channel with your titan board build. More, please!

[@SmoothStach1]

I love these kinds of projects, take the time you need. This is a hobby after all.

[@Frosty-kz4om]

It's always been my interpretation that Alpha Legion armour colourshifts from purple to a bright turquoise/green depending on the light source. I really love Dave's iridescent, pigeon-esque scheme

[@steveboyd3]

I watch youtube while I’m hobbying, so long-form videos are perfect! Love this, keep up the great work. Looking forward to a batrep on this board!

[@mjhsinclair]

I like when you bring up connections to the lore.

[@trailxrage]

You always do a great job. Thank you, Dave and the team.

[@lodomirr]

I know close to nothing about YT algorithms, but what you did here seem to be good idea. You're doing this big project for few weeks, but each episode shows a certain finished part of it and each one of this parts can be considered a standalone project.

[@fonzieayyy3875]

i would love some more epic scale builds! and im loving the slow and fenese of this build so far!

[@isaacwhitehead4975]

Can't wait to see this board fully finished! Good on you guys for doing something you want to do and create.

[@tacotots_132]

Love the expanded projects!! Take your time it’s your lifes!! Don’t blow by!😊

[@EndsonLawrence]

This project is turning out amazing! It makes me wanna build a diorama in epic scale.

[@willowtreedb]

Oh my gosh Dave that alpha legion colour scheme is beautiful! Very excited to see you replicate it on full size heresy models. Im getting more and more tempted to pick up some epic models now

[@willerwin3201]

Incorporating some time-lapse sequences might be fun on projects like this. Maybe having such a sequence could be a fun teaser at the start of the video? "We just went from *here* to *there* with this project, and now we'll show you how." It could be a fun way to capture immediate interest in the opening seconds.

[@YeetseeBlam]

I love seeing epic scale terrain! I'm currently working on an epic scale dawn of war army and board. These videos are wonderful inspiration!

[@August-p9g]

I like the multiple videos on one project, gives me something to look forward to

[@timbos_workshop5709]

I really love all those epic videos, its what braught me to warhammer, really nice that its coming back, looking forward to more videos!!!

[@Lyki27]

That plaza is perfect. Its so good. The combination of plaza with buildings is just outstanding at that scale.

[@wilduu]

dope video. loving everything you put out, from multipart to single focus. as long as you're enjoying making it, we'll probably enjoy watching it

[@TheLaensman]

Fingers crossed this does well enough to keep this and similar series going. It’s like the build up to Endgame, time spend in depth makes for a more satisfying end result.

[@mykiaddo6063]

More board building would be awesome.

[@EngHag]

Love this format as well! Hope it gets the traction it needs.

[@jonhozier3418]

Love the shade at the end ❤

[@abyssguy4968]

Nice work, love to see you guys take time to bring this project to life.

[@bera2955]

I enjoy this style of content. When someone within minutes reveals a finished piece that takes away from the core of this hobby, to spend time with the piece you are working on. I wouldn't mind another 5 minutes of you lot just working on the piece while talking about it "in universe", as part of the world building. "I imagine this building to be the offices of the so and so." "Could you imagine walking across the aquila gardens on your way to the ..." "This squad I am painting up right now consists of ..." I hope you get the idea. If you are passionate about the project then I want to watch your videos and hear you talk about it.

[@Bearrascus]

Detailed videos like that are awesome, also in series. Keep them up!😃

[@aussiematt4517]

solid work love the content as its being presented. The slower burn feels like there is more to enjoy with the process than one video going from grey to titan diorama so keep it up.

[@zephron28]

Good job Dave and Jen!

[@klasclaywood2667]

Incredibly cool! Now I want an indigo alphalegion army

[@mortisangelica]

All it needs is a billboard with some optimism, like with the Empire we can build a brighter tomorrow!

[@christyrogers7707]

Love seeing the second part of your Eeny Weeny Space Mariney build! Can't wait for the next part 👍

[@t.mcgarry4]

I would love to see that same Alpha Legion paint scheme done at HH/40k scale. that Sicaran looks stunning. I definitely feel the fear of being tempted to repaint the army though, my force is painted in a sort of splinter cell-esque scheme, black and silver with green accents.

[@KanzRedDusk]

Loved this video. Also epic scale mini painting is my scarcest addiction.

[@northernlights8795]

i enjoy seeing more in depth content like this, personally :3

[@Wolfbroa]

Man I really wish I can do something like this but with my own custom universe characters and their home. Would be just so cool

[@Graavigala85]

these kind of videos are amazing. I love the way you explain what you do on each step, breaking it down to easily digestable chunks

[@jaimelupercio2429]

The jab at squidmar at the end. 😂🤣 hope its in good fun.

[@TabletopTime]

Always, we love Emil and Lucas but they poked fun at us for our atrocious airbrush care so they deserve some sass

[@danielmoss6613]

I'm way more invested in the larger projects like this. I'd love to see the full repaint of the alpha legion to a high standard.

[@Mr_Waffle.]

Awesome build, lots to learn from in here!

[@bradcraig6676]

Liking these more detailed multi-part builds! I hope youtube cooperates.

[@Nigelius]

Dave mistook the assignment as Sim City 30k, that is a lovely park though! Love the paint jobs on the buildings as well!

[@peterheinzo515]

its so good! keep doing what you’re doing!

[@Burgala]

Looking forward to the battle report!

[@reddogterrain]

I am all for these long projects.

[@rupertbrock417]

Love the aquila, looks so different from what we usually see for 40K

[@talosminiatures5137]

More like this please!!

[@joelparslow5807]

honestly the finesse is exactly what I wanna see..... so just more please? also comment for the algorithm.

[@LendorianCord]

Brilliant stuff, compelling and thourghly engaging content - keep it up!

[@draconominevandrake2072]

Guys and gals, this is just amazing! The Level of detail, the dedication and composition put into this project is superb!

[@tc-pe4zw]

Great project - like the format

[@garrettward6059]

The longer style video series creates a more satisfying and greater payoff at the end. Maybe it just adds a little pressure to the final project, making sure you nail it? Either way, that aquila is a wonderful idea and one of my favorite pieces of terrain of all time. Well done guys!

[@UnfocusedHobbie]

more content like this, so much more enjoyable

[@johnadam5702]

Thank you for the excellent video! I always learn something!

[@BadWaterMotors]

So excited for this series 🎉

[@susannahlewis8464]

This looks so cool!

[@simonwilliams4315]

Can’t wait to see how this turns out. If it’s anything like the titan graveyard board that you made this is going to be epic (pun intended 🤣)

[@FooFighterPlyr]

Awesome work guy, love the details, I really like watching the terrain builds. another Aussie, Zorpazorp, I watch is currently doing a massive Epic scale city build to, love to see a collaboration. Keep up the Epic work.

[@dimitribureau]

WAnt to see more; great job team!

[@forresterdunbrook4536]

Wow. Just wow. Currently using styrene for a much larger project and I have so much respect for the detail you put into this.

[@TerrencePilgrim]

Honestly I'd like to see a diorama where it's a cross between stories. Example: retelling of the Little Red Riding Hood story, but Warhammer 40k. Otherwise I enjoy the long builds as well as the smaller beginner's tutorials.

[@Vulture_princess]

Loving the content folks!

[@trixus4768]

Ngl, for standard size Alpha marines, I use the "currently lore friendly" metalic light blue and silver trims, but this also works pretty well😊

[@kirksabio2382]

MAN, I honestly preferred this color scheme for the alpha legion. It strikes them as more reptillian than the cobalt silver color scheme their later iterations took up. Awesome stuff! Honestly cant wait to see more of this titanic project.

[@jamesbarkworth9043]

I lobe longer video series, you get more invested you get more information keeps me coning back to check up on the latest update. I don't know what all this youtube drama about having to make a certain video or project, ive heard several KZbin now say this. I don't know though I can't see the analytics maybe people phase put towards the end 🤔 I personally find if its a completed project I'll watch the first bit see the idea or reasoning behind it then ill skip to the end to see the finish piece if I like it I'll watch the whole thing so spacing it out makes it more of a surprise and better quality but hey that's my 2 cents. Loved this original design well done guys smashing it 8

[@Amdor]

I want to mention that in hh legions are not unified in their colors. Different chapters and groups may differ from main colors ;)

[@stefankuchmeister1875]

Im here for stuff like this!

[@michaelssomerville]

Looks great!

[@hhwaadmin]

Love Legions! Keep it up!

[@gryphon3241]

I'm doing my part!! Don't normally comment, but i like this kinda stuff, so heres the comment for the algorithm

[@MaxMustermann-ql2wm]

I love multiseries builds like this. You could’ve broken it down even more for all I care. Stupid yt algorithm!

[@patricklefevre1342]

I think you should print and paint a Space Bear army in Epic scale 😀

[@SpooKimi]

looks amazing ^^ imo nothing really needs to change for me to watch, i mainly watch when doing hobbying as it's helps, but more aos content would be amazing as i love aos and i wish there was more aos content on youtube ^^ i really like these vids more in parts, it's nice to see bigger projects with more detail ^^

[@stretch3281]

Coment for the algorithm, and i do like these multipart large projects 👍