The Slate Escape (Full Episode)

[@Sasuri]

*_"As well as stealing an array of Lego sets."_* *LMAO!*

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Do you know how expensive those things are these days? I'm not surprised! :D

[@Sasuri]

Terrier55Stepney I know, that's why I laughed.

[@Mike-dw8wf]

+Terrier55Stepney i can easily believe that

[@somezodiac8845]

Wait... WHAT ABOUT LEGO TRAINS THERE LIKE $12.99,$13.99

[@someguy3162]

I know,I know...

[@Bee-ik8le]

"look at the little butterfly' i think peter sam has a bit of wild imageination

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Bo Barlow Head up in the clouds for sure!

[@jackminett768]

“It’s a baby pigeon!”

[@Enterprisingengine93]

I love how you reference so many of your works (and friends!) in subtle ways. It makes the universes of trainz and models so connected! It's great to see someone succeed in a Thomas and friends cinematic universe: this is how it should be done! The adventurous tone, lighthearted banter, and nostalgic visuals make this story a delight to behold. I can imagine it's the most difficult, but I love what you can pull off with ertls. It's my favorite method of yours, and you can do it all! (Of course I can't resist anything Proteus) Well done Max!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

You never fail to be an inspiration! Thanks so so much! Proteus was entirely inspired by you. I hate writing a generic episode where everything that has happened prior is completely forgotten and started again; if something can link it should. Awh I'll have to get the ERTLs out again and film something in the daylight! Keep on being the legend you are mate. :)

[@jenniferburton8500]

Enterprisingengine93 is a great

[@jordandunbar9596]

@@jenniferburton8500 but he is a tender engine..

[@lukechristmas3951]

Sunshine and Thirty Cents!? And another great video to the tri-ology. Love the Journey beyond Sodor, TUGS, and The Shunting Song references.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Nash Karason Ah that's very clever... :) Thanks!

[@connorflaherty175]

I would also consider this as an early Halloween special since it does involve the ghost engine from Rusty's story in "Duncan Gets Spooked". Duke says "I have a bad feeling about this" and the 40th anniversary of Star Wars was just yesterday.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Connor Flaherty Unintended reference!

[@TheJamTram]

I actually love you Max. Seriously though, this is really quite incredible. I love Peter Sam, and the Iron Bridge scenes are simply chilling. You recreate the Bridge and Lakeside so perfectly yet it has your own little style. Stop outdoing yourself! Or no-one will be able to keep up! Well done, it's been well worth the wait for this. Grand job! :)

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks mate! That really does mean a lot, especially as I've talked with you about the idea from the start! I included you in the description and will talk about you in the BTS for your help! Sorry your slate trucks didn't get used in the end! Ahh you're too kind! Why aren't you like this in person?!

[@elijahgehling6498]

Did someone say "look, its a butterfly, its like a little baby pidgeon?"

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Elijah Gehling That would be Sir Handel, yes. 😂

[@TTNPStudio]

I greatly enjoyed this. From the sets, the music, the story, even the use of Ertls. Cheers on another fantastic video my friend. :)

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks so much! ^_^

[@TankEngine97]

The wait was worth it, very well done, I find Peter Sam's love for animals quite funny and will we get to learn more about the ghost engine on the old iron bridge?

[@Terrier55Stepney]

I may explore the ghost engine in more detail at some point, but I think EE93 writes about him pretty well!

[@comradeopthomasthehedgehog]

The engine who fell off the bridge was Bertram!

[@sdmedia1323]

I believe that Albert’s rebuilds were actually different engines, and that the MKIII rebuild was the one who fell off. Well, Sir Handel’s base is used, so maybe it was the MKII. Maybe there was no rebuild and it was just Albert.

[@thomaseadbhardmcqueen7511]

Wow, this is great. I love the funny banter between the two criminals and honestly, I couldn't believe my eyes when the engine disappeared. Peter Sam was written fantastically without a doubt.

[@carson08022000]

not gonna lie, that last scene gave me chills. lovely work max, you've out done yourself yet again, not only reminding me of how much I adore Peter Sam but just all the visuals and everything with it just makes so much better.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks so much Carson! :D Your music is always appreciated.

[@carson08022000]

check out the google drive, I've updated it!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Don't think I have the link! Message it to me!

[@carson08022000]

Terrier55Stepney I'll send it over on discord :)

[@roseannedenham2591]

Things that trigger Peter Sam's imagination- Butterflies Snails Kitty cats Legos The ghost of proteous

[@Percyfan1998]

My dude, you take your stories through some real wild territory, that's for sure.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

I can't deny that! :P

[@vincentberkan605]

Maybe the little engine was Protues, he must've been the Slate Quarry's own little locomotive. According to my research, the Iron Bridge was built in 1909 and from I can dig up, that little engine feel into the revene in 1924.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Vincent Berkan Good theory! Its most certainly Proteus.

[@vincentberkan605]

This would also make Protues the Skarloey Railway's first #3, Sir Handel would later take his number in 1951 or was it 1952.

[@thatttteandmdpfan_shorts]

Pop

[@Geardproductions]

Amamazing as usual! I love how Peter Sam and the robber's personalities contrast each other.

[@twofacedtwitproductions6154]

That was some impressive stuff man, thought you brought the story with Jon and Jerry to a satisfying close. Great job.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks! Who knows where they'll end up now!

[@thomasmountain6605]

This is so unbelievably amazing! I love Peter Sam's personality and the background music was cool too!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thank-you. :) Ah Peter Sam's so high spirited and youthful you can't not like him! :D

[@jenniferburton8500]

Terrier55Stepney is the best

[@sudrianrailwaystudios676]

Beautiful Work, Max!

[@y.r.m.7321]

This was incredible! The sets are just stunning! And I really love that ghost engine model! The editing in this was also spectacular! I really love that shot with the prison sign! This was just great! Spectacular work Max!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thank-you so much! :) I'm happy you liked the effort that went into this.

[@CheekyChuffer]

This was incredible, you did your hardest and you went beyond with it. Worth the wait! Also first :/

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks so much! :) Congrats.

[@willimations277]

Absolutely incredible, from the eerie atmosphere, Peter Sam's lovable character and the amazing sets, I was smiling the whole way through. Your trainz videos are great but I think you have a real knack with the models

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks so much! Last year I committed to try and produce more model episodes this year. They're a greater challenge and a lot more limiting but thought I'd give the ERTL models a go!

[@willimations277]

Oh, I just got the reference to Tom Tipper from season 4, but what crime did he commit, did he have something to do with the not so great train robbery, being a postman and all. There's a story there

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Who knows! There's definitely a tale to be told there ahah but at current its up to interpretation! :)

[@ThomasTnPProductions]

OMG WAS A WONDERFUL STORY ❤️ WELL DONE MAX!! You're incredible!!! :D

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thomas T'n'P Productions EY THANKS SO MUCH!! 😀

[@heartsoicy]

This episode was amazing! The sets were done extremely well, and Peter Sam's portrayal was charming and hilarious at the same time! Also I'm very happy to have heard my little remix used. :3 Keep up the great work my dude :)

[@Terrier55Stepney]

This episode wouldn't have been the same without that theme! Thanks so much for it! :D

[@Thomas__Blue]

This was a great story, I hadn't seen this one, but I've been meaning to for several months now. Fantastic work. never stop doing what you do!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thomas Blue Thank you! I never want to stop!

[@angrya4pacific738]

The great escape the Welsh version with a little spooky setting besides from that I loved it

[@Thomasfan8]

Really enjoyed this Max, good job on the sets and 2D credits! :)

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks so much! :D Means a lot coming from the ERTL master. ;) I should have used stop motion though!

[@Thomasfan8]

It works well in this format mate. Love the real mist and steam effects you used! 😊

[@MatecaCorp]

I love it! The references to that famous POW camp breakout were pretty hilarious and your sets are amazing.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thank-you!

[@SkarloeyRailway01]

This was very cool. Stellar lighting and cinematography. Very atmospheric and funny! Well done!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

SkarloeyRailway01 Thanks so much! :)

[@WoodenThomasAdventures]

"Hugh Bonneville claims he's invisible"

[@1Korlash]

Wonderful job on the lighting and special effects. They clearly took a lot of work and passion to pull off and it paid off immensely. I was actually reminded of some of the effects from the show. The dialogue and story were also very good, especially the two thieves. The LEGO line made me giggle, and your portrayal of the Old Iron Bridge ghost was haunting and intriguing. I want to know more about it, but at the same time I love the air of mystery it has about it. Faved and subscribed. Thank you for sharing your talents with us!

[@ZackAttackProductions]

This was amazing Max! I can't wait to watch this again and again ;)

[@Terrier55Stepney]

ZackAttack Thank you so much!

[@bradleywurth5290]

Narration is clear, which is the most important thing is one of these remakes. Only words I have to say are, "JOLLY GOOD JOB!". But, yeah, good job, chap.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

WiKian Productions I always try to get the narration as clear as possible. :) Glad you appreciate it! Thanks.

[@cheng3580]

I love the style of the intro and the outro. Looks so much like The Great Escape.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Hokata Thanks!

[@edstrainz8492]

this was awesome man. super enjoyable. great work as always :)

[@puripatakacricketdaily1983]

can tell you put a lot of work into these!

[@Pogle]

Wow! Fantastic work! Really enjoyed this one!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks!

[@rustyduncan3664]

2:46 "you might as well take this rusty old empty thing back to the quarry too. Uuhh not you Rusty" This cracked me up 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@steam-powered-cyborg]

This was so worth the wait. Not only were the effects breathtaking but the story gave me true SLOTLT vibes, it has that perfect mix of comedy (i.e. Peter Sam's fascination with animals and Tom Tipper being in prison), drama (the music and the iron bridge effects add to it) and generally cute antics with the tiny ERTL narrow gauge engines. There is so much to this episode that can lead to an equally exciting sequel with the ghost engine on the viaduct (most likely based on the similar brainchild of EE93) and whatever Jon and Jerry will do now that Peter Sam let them escape. Will Peter Sam persuade them to join the good side through a bit more of his innocent nature or will the two double cross him again? Regardless, you've truly come so far since you've started and I look forward to seeing how much further you'll go. Here's to five years to your channel. {Raises a wine glass filled with orange squash because wine tastes just gross}

[@Terrier55Stepney]

That's a very thoughtful comment, thank-you so much! Saying it felt a little like SLOTLT means I'm doing something right! I definitely wanted to convey the clash of Peter Sam's complete innocence and funnel in the clouds at times with two seemingly dangerous people who have a kind side deep down. The ghost engine was most certainly inspired by EE93's concepts and S5 of course, as well as the rumoured ghost that is said to have been heard at Talyllyn. I have no intentions for a follow-up to this as I think I've exhausted the use of Jon and Jerry now with 3 episodes. Thank-you! I hope to keep going but I don't know what the future holds; everything changes this year!

[@steam-powered-cyborg]

Um.. what do you mean?

[@Terrier55Stepney]

About what bit?

[@steam-powered-cyborg]

About everything changing. Is this something like the show being reinvented in the near future?

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Oh! No, I'm off to uni this year! I've been looking to take my video making down a more serious route and potentially lead into a career, but all I know is during uni and after my life is really about to take a turn so as to what happens of KZbin, I have no idea!

[@royalproductions8704]

i'm in love with Peter Sam!XD

[@Terrier55Stepney]

He will appreciate that.

[@ThomasKinninmonth]

this was amazing and defiantly worth the hype. well done Max

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks mate!!

[@ThomasKinninmonth]

anytime lad

[@TheBlueE2]

Well dam I have sorely missed the Narrow guage crew because this was brilliant :) The ERTLs haven't had an outing this great in years, but the sets (particularly the quarry) and camerawork helped too, even little things like the couplers being painted black :) Jon and Jerry's slate wagon escape intrigued me in particular, it reminded me of the gravity trains on the... Ffestinog line (Did i type it correctly?) and the sudden realization they would've been screwed if they didn't jump clear in time helped keep the tension going. If continuity's anything in your videos I expect there'll be more from what appears to be a Proteus ghost :D

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Aw thanks! I grew up with ERTLs, and I really wanted to do a video therefore paying tribute to that. I also wanted a model Skarloey Railway episode without the expense of 009! So, this was born! Some are originals from my childhood, like Sir Handel and Duke, and others bought especially to customise like Skarloey, Rheneas and Proteus! It is absolutely him, and I do strive for continuity where feasible; I haven't got anything specifically in production for 'the ghost engine' but he will be returning as an explanation to this episode. Ah close enough! Ffestiniog! :) But yes, absolutely. I thought it would be quite comical to have a 'getaway vehicle' be an ancient form of transport and very reckless but not wreck-less! I wanted to create absolute confusion from Jon, Jerry and Peter Sam as all three equally had no idea what was going on, as did the viewer! The answer will be on the other side of the bridge I suppose? I'll have to think of something clever now.. ugh.

[@flashstudiosguy]

Tom Tipper in prison? I assume that means he delivers the prison post......or is he in for some more dubious mail related reasons? ):)

[@Terrier55Stepney]

flashstudiosguy I'd love to tell you reason, but that's another story!

[@flashstudiosguy]

I...Eh....Uh.....To quote Henry "Despicable"

[@StirlingProduct01]

Am really loving the development of Jon and Jerry, it feels so natural and real lol. I enjoyed every minute of it Max, can't wait to see what's in store for this channel! :D

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks! :) Hopefully more!

[@6darlingnikki9]

"It's a little baby pigeon" I totally get that reference

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Spontaneous line from halfbakedhex8 he threw in!

[@TheTrainmaster97]

Another fantastic video! Really well done, love it!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

TheTrainmaster97 Thank you!

[@Reading3412Studios]

I'm at 6:30 and it is amazing the voices for duke Peter Sam and sir handle are great and Peter Sams love for nature is very creative and fits well with his character and duke calling sir handle is also

[@nicholasblaschke246]

"Aw Look At The Little Cat Hello"

[@Creeper-ft2dj]

Dude,this is awesome I love the ghost train, and I thank you so much for replying to me,you are awesome

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Creeper 24 You are most welcome and thank you!

[@dragonzilla6482]

I love seeing movies with Ertl models, job well done and keep up the good work son! :)

[@thebluebellengine164]

Thx for the idea!, and I know you would want to keep one because they are rare after all! And the for responding!

[@WesternSteam]

Incredible work!

[@HugoLawrenceValentin]

YOU SAID A LITTLE BABY PIGEON!!! HHHAAAA!! 😂😂❤️

[@HugoLawrenceValentin]

I GOT YOUR REFERENCE THERE ;)

[@PCMan8922]

Nice Episodes.

[@infanterist1917]

that was great. it could have honestly been a real TAF episode in the old model days

[@1_railfan]

3:37 Peter Sam: ooh look a butterfly. :) love that!

[@lbscsproductions]

amazing and lovely work max and congrats on 5 years :P

[@sonictailsx4690]

Also Great Episode, can't wait to see more.

[@Choothetraingoddess]

This was amazing,Terrier55Stepney!! I loved the action and especially all the humor! Lol! Great job!😁👍❤ (BTW, Happy 5 year Anniversary to you!!😊🎉🎊)

[@Damocles178]

Quite late to see this but my god what an interesting tale. Those sets are amazing; very nearly on par with the old model series too. Not only that; you've perhaps made the greatest use of Ertl since none other than leokimvideo! I absolutely love the continuity and the suspense throughout. Shall we find the answers we seek with that ghost engine? Maybe, maybe not; that's part of the enthralment.

[@lukastrukelj6794]

Wonderful work stepney!

[@thenbrglen3642]

This video should be the Halloween special

[@stepneyhenrypetersam1395]

I love this! I love all your work so much (is it bad that I see a lot of myself in Peter Sam 😂😂)

[@Terrier55Stepney]

HenryDipperThomas 13 Not at all! I think its a good thing to see similarity in him.

[@stepneyhenrypetersam1395]

+Terrier55Stepney oh that's good! Thanks 🙂😄

[@railgun222]

Oh god, I’m rattling in my siderods from the peter Sam run in scene with the ghost! One god idea for future, Max, is making the blue comet visit sodor!

[@thomasthetankman111]

Brilliant story

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thanks mate! :D

[@wellsworthjunction]

this is very good. nice work.

[@matthewl9528]

Amazing job

[@loggior.speedweed4345]

8:36 *chuckles* Had no idea you had Theodore Tugboat merch very great story, I love the use of ertls(wish I still has mine :()

[@kee-hoyu8586]

the robbers 'we are free' the driver and fire man ' calls 911'

[@simontrainbrainz6038]

HAPPY 5 YEARS OF VIDEO MAKING !!!

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Simon TrainBrainz Thank you!!

[@ninjaclarkson3723]

Peter sam is one of my favorite characters now

[@sudriansignalman9387]

amazing job, keep it up

[@J-Bahn]

0:28 Is that supposed to be the tardus or just a regular police box? Did the doctor help them escape?

[@Ty-yt3lj]

It appears that the Ghost Train is an officer of the law

[@eliotreader8220]

i think that this is a great episode and the strange engine that scared John and Jerrie at the railway brige was perhaps getting his or her own back for their crimes

[@dalekinthewater4708]

00:24 I see the Doctor gets everywhere

[@Kanefan701]

super awesome dude!

[@MadHymek323]

Once again, very nice intro. I request for you to join together The Railway Thieves, The Not-So-Great Train Robbery and The Slate Escape to make a nice little movie for your fans to enjoy with some popcorn and cocoa. (Insert Flying Kipper crash XD)

[@TimTheWellTank]

Very nostalgic

[@colbyjames7205]

A reference to the Steve McQueen 1963 movie "The Great Escape" I see at 5:25 it was a basis of a real story.

[@colbyjames7205]

Shocking for the two escapers at the start, :0

[@DocterGeko]

HOW, HOW COULD YOU DO IT you have just topped Going the Extra Mile AND the shunting song HOW

[@Terrier55Stepney]

I always try to improve over my previous work. ;)

[@Peter_Sam04]

Well done 👍 awesome video

[@rustyduncan3664]

3:31 ROASTED

[@Blader_Ev11]

Peter Sam is so pure

[@derekheeps1244]

Next war story should be one based on Von Ryan’s Express ; could also do ‘The Train’ and ‘Bridge over the river Kwai’

[@allisonkrueger8330]

4:40 how did they survive?

[@DarthWill3]

"As well as stealing an array of LEGO sets." Almost like taking candy from a baby. ROFL *P.S.:* Sorry I'm late. *S.H.:* Oh, and where have _you_ been? *P.S.:* I saw a snail on the platform. I was watching him go back to his home. *S.H.:* Of course you were. You'd better be ready to take your ghost hunting passengers this evening. You might as well be taking this rusty, old, empty thing back to the quarry, too. Uh, not _you,_ Rusty. _(chuckling sheepishly)_ Good to have the old "I have a Knighthood" routine again. Plus, Peter Sam's almost as silly as Pinkie Pie. "Jerry, whatever you do, don't light a match." Tom Tipper? In prison? When did _that_ happen? Excellent work on adding the Ghost Engine to this story. John, Jerry, and Peter Sam were basically spooked.

[@johnrlopez4435]

WELL DONE

[@horatioyen256]

that was well done

[@marblesjn]

I think you handled Sir Handel perfectly.

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Thank-you! I find Sir Handel great to write with! :) Wish the current writers would think the same.

[@marblesjn]

Terrier55Stepney yeah since Luke's new friend he's only been in Will You Won't You and Saving Time.

[@Kanefan701]

Terrier55Stepney once again you have incredible talent. With great interest if I ever get Stepney in my series soon would you like to be casted as him?

[@rustyduncan3664]

3:38 ooh look a butterfly

[@q1con]

HAHA THAT INTRO WHISTLE

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Cheers for the idea! Put to use. :)

[@Reading3412Studios]

Alright so I've finished it and let me say...this in my opinion is better than EE93 one of the criminals likening Peter Sam and then Peter Sam letting them free later and then the other hating him is great I really want to remake this with my trackmaster trains -narrow Gauge Studios

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Narrow gauge Studios Thank you but honestly no competition for EE93, he has been an absolute inspiration for this and for my channel in total. Couldn't have done without him, such a legend! I'm not brave enough to constantly film outside for a start! And be able to voice every character under the sun. :)

[@Terrier55Stepney]

Narrow gauge Studios If you do remake anything please let me know! I'll share it on Twitter. :)

[@Reading3412Studios]

@@Terrier55Stepney ayo for real, thanks for doing that pall. Its one of the last original videos I left up on my channel just because of the trace back to your kindness.

[@Anchovistic]

This is a really great SKR story, but one thing that bugs me is that Peter Sam's crew just completely let the criminals ride in the cab and then just let them go. Perhaps they had just the same personality as him to be so innocent? Idk but good work!

[@MadHymek323]

4:00 Very sneaky reference

[@northwesternsplendor]

so, a few of the Star Tugs ended up at Lakeside, did they?

[@Skarloey1865]

Did tomorrow get arrested for stealing parcels or getting reveange on Percy for crushing his bike

[@LNERLiam]

This was great but try adding maybe you should add a chashie for the write type of track

[@wretchedmist5286]

What's the song that you used at the end of the vidio