The BIGGEST wargaming board in YouTube History! LOTR Warhammer Scenery | Minas Tirith Courtyard [3]

[@Zorpazorp]

I AM BACK! Huuuuge gap between uploads there, sorry folks, you'll learn why soon enough haha but that all changes now!! Got some mega content unfolding over the rest of 2023, cannot wait to bring it all to you and thank you for your support it means so much. If you play MESBG, make sure you download the MESBG tracker app, it's one of my good mate Jimmy's and he deserves the love and it's FREE for a month! MESBG Tracker App: iOS: apple.co/3MBCAgK Android: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.throwndice.mesbg And if you're making cool buildings grab yourself the epic Slice and Slot stuff by Alby from Microforge Minis

[@remmikins4130]

Mega content... What mega project did you start this time you madman?!

[@johndibuono201]

Takes time to create, now worries. Just really love the content. Hope NZ is treating ya well!

[@1337pianoman]

the slice and slot stuff is very cool, but where can we get the foam from in Aus?

[@baalrog887]

I still can't believe Peter Jackson invented New Zealand and built those mountains himself just to make a movie, now that's dedication

[@Zorpazorp]

He doesn't do things by halves.

[@askel-1]

And bred a super ape and medded up buildings

[@athena1491]

@@Zorpazorp cept hobbits... he did those by halves

[@michaelhaskell2155]

The ambitious scale - and trying to keep to the film layouts at the same time - is just a joy to behold.

[@Zorpazorp]

Cheers Mikey, hope you're doing well mate!!

[@Eiweing]

I completely agree :)

[@GoobertownHobbies]

This is always a joy :-) It's so good to see you up to your normal shenanigans... and DANG those 3d printed arches blend niceeeeee

[@Zorpazorp]

Dude they're so goooooooooooood aye, Alby is a genius. Thanks brother hope you're well up there

[@Glorfindel_117]

ive moved out to the country and there is no one in my village that plays so I havent even painted an Orc is ages. So, it's really nice to still have channels like these to watch! Thanks for being a pillar in the hobby Lachie!

[@Zorpazorp]

You are most welcome mate!!

[@microforgeminis]

Such an awesome build mate! The modularity in the terrain tiles is a stroke of genius. I might have to steal that idea for my own board build. Thanks for showcasing slice & slot. It was amazing to see it combined with those beautiful plastic kits.

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you for being an absolute lifesaver making them haha!

[@jbumgarn]

Your "obsession" with regard to screen accuracy and detail is much appreciated. This looks so amazing! I'll have to check out the battle reports when they come out.

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you mate, I really love getting stuff close when I can haha

[@middle-earthgaming4356]

Missed ya Lauchie, great video as always, your MASSIVE Gondor Megaboard inspired me to Create a Erebor Valley Megaboard where you can take a model from the throne of erebor right up to the city of Dale, is already underway and really happy with how it’s coming along, anyway just wanted to say what an inspiration you have been as well as being a fellow Aussie❤👍

[@michaeltremaine4356]

This is such an incredible build with so much time and effort put into it. The editing is top notch! Can't wait for more upcoming videos

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you mate!!!

[@irishtom30]

Untouchable, probably in the world for gaming terrain and boards. Keep it up!

[@heyheyalaska]

it's kind of crazy how much you improved at making terrain and boards, I was impressed when you started this series - but somehow you keep surpassing yourself!

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you mate, the issue becomes I have to keep going back and redoing stuff *glares at Osgiliath*

[@rklammer]

This is amazing Lauchie. Great to see you using the 3D printed slotting components. I've been so tempted to try them myself, this makes me super eager and you make it look really straight forward! looking forward to more of this!!

[@Zorpazorp]

They are soooooo good, I just love them haha saving me literally DAYS of work.

[@ItsQuiteCool]

Awesome being back in Gondor! 😄 I've got my slice and slots, but I haven't opened it up yet because I'm saving them for a Minas Tirith build. Watching this has got me hyped, I can't wait to get started on it! Once my year of weekly uploads is over I'll have more time 🙂

[@BroadswordWargaming]

Nice to see more work on MT. It's an honour to know that I've added one tiny building to this momentous monstrosity. 😅

[@Zorpazorp]

Yeah boyyyyyyyyyyyyy, make me more

[@The_WAAAGHSMITH]

Man, so glad to see you back! You've been pivotal in recruiting people in my area to MESBG! And your return comes with this glorious board. Looking forward toward more of your content, dude. Keep on keepin on!

[@darrenwarner1299]

I still can't comprehend the size of this gaming board and imagine setting a mini with a move of six inches and marching it to the opposite end insane. Your creations are definitely on another level.

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you Darren! I can't wait to set it all up for gaming next year

[@angus3591]

Awesome, great work Lachy, can't wait to see more!! Really like the blend of foam and plastic. Wasn't sure how it would come together but you crushed it.

[@braveryisavirtue]

Great to see more Lotr content! Cannot wait for the upcoming videos. I have a feeling there may be a certain bat rep with minis from around the world, including possibly some custom Fiefdoms... 😉 I may be wrong but I hope not!

[@mattiasgamin3891]

Simply beautiful! You have really mastered the building techniques for this. Great idea to have some hybrids that work as a visual link between the plastic kits and the pure foam buildings. It will really tie it all together.

[@Zorpazorp]

Yeah I thin k that's really important as we move towards the pure foam stuff, almost like a transition block haha

[@dicedrinksanddadjokes]

Great video mate! Love to see some good old foam carving goodness. Seeing those shots of Aoraki makes we want to go back!!!

[@Zorpazorp]

Get on the plane broooooooooooo

[@tropicalpann]

I literally just finished a marathon of the extended version 11 hours and 36 minutes, was excited for that and this

[@Zorpazorp]

That sounds amazing!!!

[@Hakazu]

So glad to see more of this amazing board! Looking forward to see even more soon :)

[@Zorpazorp]

HAK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hope you're doing well buddy, thanks for watching as always mate.

[@Hakazu]

Much better now having seen more of your work man! I will always be around watching your stuff :)

[@kylehiggins200]

been using my Lord of the rings minis for D&D love ur builds certainly inspiring and using the foam and plastic combo looks like it saves time

[@harazhangf5782]

Love the job you are doing. It's incredible and impressive. And I am happy to hear that the live streams will come back I miss them.

[@BertockLeg]

Lauchie in 2025: I have made a 1:1 scale Barad-dur... and I am going to make it bigger

[@Zorpazorp]

The full scale Barad Dur isn't planned till 2032, sorry for the wait mate, but need to become Prime Minister of NZ first to co-opt the infrastructure budget (which I'm guessing is about $10)

[@OdeeOz]

Around 1:30 That's about the only really good thing, that Games Workshop has ever done. 👍👍⭐💝

[@Neves1789]

Great work as always! Really love the blend between foam and plastic!

[@Zorpazorp]

Cheers Nevesy, yeah it's a good start but I reckon there's some real opportunity there for super cool shit.

[@Eiweing]

I get a slight tingle in my fingers, for getting some more crafting done, all from watching your amazing work ^_^ I cannot wait for more Middle-earth and what ever you unveil next :) I proudly support you how ever long or short the wait between videos is!

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you Eiweing you absolute legend

[@BCEFilms]

Great timing that the mounted Isildur is available in the shop once again, excited to see how you incorporate it into the main courtyard!

[@Zorpazorp]

I'm not sure it is the right scale, but it will be an interesint challenge!

[@joshebarry]

Another epic build, great to see the middle earth content back! This stuff has been a huge inspiration for me to get into making my own terrain, even if it's nothing on the insanity that this project requires! Keep up the great work!

[@leonardneubeck1003]

You're back. Finally🎉

[@Morgulvale_]

Back with a Minis Tirith build. Amazing as always 💪💪

[@Zorpazorp]

Cheers Morgy!!!!

[@GeoffreyBronson]

This is awesome, I have an interesting relationship with MESB - my first ever mini I painted in a GW store was Gandalf. I almost bought more Middle Earth stuff but for some reason I thought that once the films were over...nobody would be playing MESBG. Return of the King was around the corner and I didn't want to invest in a game series that was on a timer. ...so I bought Warhammer fantasy instead. Haha, think I'm going to buy myself the osgiliath box for christmas.

[@Zorpazorp]

Hahahaha, yeah hopefully this game lives forever. Fingers crossed!

[@Elwirfy]

Do you think you'd consider making the big hill that Rohan charged down to aid Gondor?

[@hunsler1006]

Man I do love theae videos, and with the move and everything you're an absolute champ for churning these videos out

[@Zorpazorp]

It's been hard AF to be honest haha, hopefully should be back on our feet by end of year.

[@roadgoeseveron7128]

this is sooo much work, i cant be a patreon right now, but its gonna happen at some point! i need this in my life, the journey of this build is just jaw dropping

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you so much mate, whenever you get the chance is incredible but don't risk your finances, just having you watch every video so fast is amazing haha

[@chrisdempyful]

Looks incredible man you always impress with the amazing work you do. It’s just a sad to see no updates on the calth narratives

[@Zorpazorp]

Hoping to relaunch MoC mid next year, with the 5 remaining crafting videos her eon ZZ and the 5 remaining battle reports over on @ZorpHammer, but I lost so much money on the first attempt I have to make sure I get it right the second time around :)

[@seanowens5423]

One of your best videos in a hot minute. While I love your 40k content, your LOTR content brought me to the channel, and you do it to such an unmatched standard. Can't wait to see what's further down the pipe, Lachie!

[@MatthewMulgrew]

Bedankt

[@Zorpazorp]

Oh Mattyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy, you are way too kind mate, thank you so much buddy, seriously. Really really appreciate it.

[@thomasdenney6891]

And we're back - loved the Dawn of War batreps but this is my bread and butter! Lovely stuff!

[@Zorpazorp]

Yeah we're back to a solid run of Middle Earth here now ZH has launched

[@darrenmcwilliams7291]

Great to see you back with some MESBG Lachie ❤

[@Zorpazorp]

Feels good haha

[@laurencepenfold]

Looking good, excited to see more of this build.

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you mate!!

[@scottanderson2372]

I'm def a lurker but I "hit that sub button and liked the video" because your content is some of the most inspiring when it comes to crafting. Also lotr is awesome so seeing the story come to life in mini form brings me so much joy!

[@Zorpazorp]

I appreciate that so much Scotty! Thank you buddy :)

[@chimichunguss]

My dwarves would take at least 12 turns just to get to the other side. Incredible build mate, the Turbo terrain king lives on!

[@Zorpazorp]

Hahaha they would indeed! even longer I think unless t hey had a few heroic marches! Thanks dude!

[@littleredsubmarine]

Been longing for the next update! Thanks for all your work.

[@jacenchrisbaker]

Lachie, that barn you're working in needs an overhaul into the dope ass studio is dreams of being. Ya know, record the build and stuff, because CONTENT.

[@Zorpazorp]

Indeed Jace!! I'll chip away at it when I get, would be epic to get some dope stuffon the walls!

[@BattleCamperHome]

This board is a KZbin Icon. Like Grumpy Cat was in his day. RIP

[@Zorpazorp]

Is this you reminding me again to put you in my will? Bloody lawyers.

[@GarmrKiDar]

Always great to see you making more terrain!

[@adambevins3804]

Great work! Fantastic to see you here in NZ. I was wondering how did you survive winter in the shed down in the South Island? The next month or so will be ok and then you will cook, before the freeze cycle starts.

[@totakekeslider3835]

They say everything is bigger in Middle Earth! Well done!

[@Zorpazorp]

Haha indeed! Thank you :)

[@93tiny08]

He’s back! The Return of the King.

[@Zorpazorp]

Hahahahaha thanks mate

[@ThatOriginalOrc]

Yesssss, been looking forward to the next instalment of your insane Gondor adventures for a while 🔥🔥🔥

[@Zorpazorp]

Haha cheers mate, LOVE that Faramir!!!!

[@ThatOriginalOrc]

@@Zorpazorp ah thanks so much man! Your battle reports were on in the background keeping me motivated 😉

[@kingdave855]

This is sick why hasnt KZbin recommend this too me sooner

[@Chaossidy-117]

Nothing can compare with the sheer scale of Zorps terrain. As a Ryan, I envy his friend Ryan 🤣🤣

[@BG-qx2st]

Can we just take a sec to appreciate the hard work and detail!!

[@stevejackson3396]

Is this a reupload? Every video is the same one.

[@kennethp1423]

Good to see that you’re back on

[@gioelecarratelli4593]

Some good stuff before our next lotr marathon, yay!

[@Zorpazorp]

Wooooo enjoy!!

[@CharcoAus]

Great to be back in middle earth again! The buildings look awesome as always and I cant wait to see what you have planned!

[@Zorpazorp]

It is indeed, we'll stay here for a wee while now

[@momosthegreen]

It's here bois and girls

[@Zorpazorp]

woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo momos!

[@Bingham15]

Ive tried to built the osgiliath scenery this week, after having a go i can understand how hard this build would of been.

[@Lordazoid]

He is back! I would have klicked like even without watching the video. Good thing I did both. I liked your edeting chananigans in the beginning

[@Zorpazorp]

Haha thank you mate!! It was a fun intro to cut

[@drummer059]

absolutely incredible. you are without a shadow of doubt, completely mental, in the best way possible :D

[@Zorpazorp]

Haha guilty as charged!

[@RH3D]

? this is about half the size of the one in my tiny town's local warhammer thats got about 3 regulars in...

[@Gumlass1]

What a great build. My son now wants to watch LotR again tomorrow!

[@Zorpazorp]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@SwordlordRoy]

"...it doesn't look like that much work, and you guys might be thinking 'Lauchie's just been messing about.'" Is that how we're supposed to be thinking? I have been doing it wrong and not thinking that. I will endeavor to think more like that in the future. Great video as always mate!

[@MichaelHeilemann]

HEY EVERYONE! I figured out why there are no Gondorian Mansion scenery kits for sale anywhere anymore! 😄

[@LifeLibertyandPursuit]

Awesome work! You're a great inspiration!

[@Wolverines9999]

How the hell do you ship that 2000 miles without it getting some damage. To me the talent you guys have is off the charts. I used to have like 200 puter figurines for D&D and about 400 dungeon tiles we had made, and I thought I was on it. Damn

[@MrNikoq]

Dang Z !! Love the massive scale. You are crazy

[@Zorpazorp]

Why thank you hee hee

[@MrNikoq]

@@Zorpazorp and I’m a md in child psychiatry from tiny Denmark 😂😂😂😂 looooove your work!!

[@unjointedgoose8]

I don’t remember giving permission for that cameo for my army 🤔🤔 Loving the progress!

[@Zorpazorp]

HAHAHAHA I signed the release form for you, right when you thought I was asleep on the table

[@gielbert5517]

Love this city build! I want to see it all ❤

[@Zorpazorp]

Yay, thank you!

[@kidinthestudio9732]

Looks great! Did you ever release the vid where you built the Warlord Titan? I could never find it .

[@Zorpazorp]

Nah it's one of the 12 unreleased MoC calth videos. Hopefully mid next year :)

[@infernohobbies]

Boad is insane, when are we going to play a game on it though mate!

[@Zorpazorp]

get on the bloody plane mate

[@TiagoRamosVideos]

Simply amazing 👌

[@philcorrin1035]

Your talent and dedication are PRECIOUS!

[@philcorrin1035]

One board to rule them all...

[@Zorpazorp]

Hahahaha thank you Phil!!!

[@robbied8587]

Good stuff mate, keep going!

[@Zorpazorp]

I shall Robbie!!!

[@danesorensen1775]

May I ask where you got the Ring of Barahir? I've been looking for one for ages.

[@Zorpazorp]

Hey Dane! Mine was bought eyars agoi but I thinkkkkkk it might be this one? www.noblecollection.com/Item--i-PRP-LR-9687

[@harlequinems]

Lmao the subtitles said "the war torn flooded streets of Australia" at the beginning 😂

[@Zorpazorp]

HAHAHAHAHA yeah it always struggles with Osgiliath

[@Corrupted-by-Capitalism]

this man always inspires me to do builds

[@Zorpazorp]

BUILDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD

[@AndiRCR]

Next project: middle earth gaming Table!

[@Zorpazorp]

Hee hee that's the aim!

[@euangray9533]

Where are you getting your foam now you are in New Zeland? I am a maker down here and I have found it hard to find good foam for carving buildings from

[@Zorpazorp]

Hey Euan! I get it from Composite NZ in chch bro, Alan is an absolute top bloke, but you have to buy it in 2440x1220 sheets

[@Zorthar100]

Saw a few years ago how a community of people from all around the world decided to create minas tirith all individually asigned to create buildings from different parts of the city out of styrofoam and later placed on a huge board. This board is probably 1/10th of theirs.

[@Zorpazorp]

That is this board mate haha, the rest of it is just in Australia and hasn't been shipped over yet :)

[@philcoursodon9299]

Your ability to just knock out convincing walls is amazing

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you Phil, it's honestly just about putting in time haha, alotttttt of time.

[@attemptedunkindness3632]

This map is so large and long to traverse per turn that besieging and starving out your opponent while stashing away snacks for yourself is a viable strategy.

[@Zorpazorp]

Hahahahahahahaha siege warfare ACTIVATED

[@SCMitchell]

Another amazing build. Thanks!

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you!!!!!

[@Midgar88]

When your physical body can be part of the battle.

[@Zorpazorp]

I'm GRONDDDDD

[@masonlexioneill2386]

perfectly timed vid! Im making scenery right now!!!

[@Zorpazorp]

Mason and Lexi!!!! how you guys doing? Been a while since we've commented back and forth haha,. hope you're all well! What are you making?

[@masonlexioneill2386]

@@Zorpazorp not middle earth related this time, but instead Australian architecture! I will post some pics on the Discord Hobby-hole :)

[@mitchdowling6525]

Great work as always!

[@megaszero514]

Sweet love the mega builds!

[@RTCFMO]

Just an FYI I dont think your patreon link is in the description? Not sure if it normally is but thought I would point that out

[@Zorpazorp]

Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaate could you be anymore of a LEGEND!!! Thank you so much hahaha I accidentally deleted the link editing the description :)

[@Nigelius]

Lachy couldn’t just make his life easier and use the plastic kit GW made that had auspiciously released midway through the build. Nooooo, Lachy has to go the extra mile yet again because Lachy is a crazy person. I kid of course, the build is looking great and you’re really making that mountain of plastic stretch even further with all the additional foam carving.

[@Zorpazorp]

Hahahaha thank you Nigelius, I think the transition of the foam/plastic hybrids, is super important to get them to blend into the all foam stuff, so it's a really fun challenge.

[@Nigelius]

@@Zorpazorp Yeah, the foam and plastic going together also serve as a bridge between the hand crafted and plastic builds. Just the extra steps like indenting the foam for plastic stairs add a subtle seamlessness. It’s genuinely a smart move, so hats off dude!

[@robbyv101]

glad to have you back in Middle Earth!

[@Zorpazorp]

Glad to be back!

[@VaughanTaylor-v4y]

Excellent board, so inspiring.

[@Zorpazorp]

Thank you mate!!

[@TheTrytix]

Are you actually intending on like... making the entirety of Minas Tirith? Because THAT would be insane...

[@DS_painting]

Another amazing video! So cool!

[@Zorpazorp]

Glad you liked it bruh!

[@spikeyvikinghobbies]

I'm soooo glad you're back in middle earth, can not wait to see what's next.

[@Zorpazorp]

Should have another ME build video out next week!!

[@duolingo0552]

My word!

[@daedalus6796]

This man is doing what middle earth fans as children have dreamed of

[@C0m3TSw1tch]

"I've been looking forward to this"

[@Zorpazorp]

hehehehehehehe Twice the diorama, DOUBLE THE SIZE!