Sodor the Modern Years: Its Geography, Places and Railways

[@tanyax5827]

Just by listening to this, I can tell there are many stories ready to be told in the future

[@aJunctionMalfunctionProduction]

This was quite the treat! Also, Gordon having smoke deflectors at the end certainly caught my attention. Olivia's new livery, and the extra lore surrounding Emily, Arry & Bert too, it was all amazing. This was really well made. Despite it being half an hour in length I genuinely think an extra 5-10 minutes would've served this well to further elaborate on particular locations. Since Crosby was rushed over, and there was no mention of the various viaducts on the Main Line. Regardless, this was incredibly well done as usual. I look forward to the next STMY video whenever it might be!

[@WildNorWester]

Yeah, I kinda forgot about Crosby. Whoops.

[@Liam_Chase2024]

@@WildNorWester I like the skarloey railway

[@FeatherWings78]

@@WildNorWester Please tell me you plan to fix that.

[@WildNorWester]

@@FeatherWings78 You can't update videos once they go up. But we'll be seeing Crosby and the viaduct in future episodes.

[@djdrago9712]

@@WildNorWester will we see Emily again? or what about Stanley? Is he still behind the mid sodor sheds as seen in the arlesdale railway section?

[@MasterOfTheLemons]

I have always loved your world building and just how sensible and authentic it is. I love how, many times during this video, you say "for now" or "lately". Your version of the NWR is constantly growing and adapting with the times, just like Wilbert's always did. I think that's what I love most about your storytelling, and there's a LOT to love. Some of your sets are OFF THE CHARTS now, too! You're always getting better! Crovan's Gate has always been my favorite from you, especially the works, and now it looks better than ever. I love how crowded and industrial it feels! That shot of Oliver exiting the yard is just stunning. I absolutely cannot wait to see more from you, your work only gets better with time. You're truly one of the greats!

[@WildNorWester]

Thank-you, but Crovans Gate was done by Cam Jones of the Crovans Gate Works website - you can download that route there.

[@ryanlister1244]

@@WildNorWester Hi there, WildNorWester, can I ask a question.

[@kerryelliottdusablon4783]

@@WildNorWester salty

[@houseofthesupermen377]

This is so not Awdry, yet completely Awdry at the same time. This isn't his layout, but it's the perfect example of how Awdry worked with what he had to make something unique and great. The way you've made your layout is amazing. I never thought a TVS layout could be realistic like this, but here we are. Keep up the good work, Dan.

[@AmirPrinceling]

I truly adore how you've structured this world. I'm a massive fan of the RWS and the fact you're so faithful to it, while naturally fitting in certain aspects of the TV Series, is really lovely to see and makes me appreciate your series as a whole even more.

[@ps7372]

8:15 in case people didn’t see it, you can see the standing stones on top of the hill.

[@thegoodgamingdragon8523]

nice catch

[@BlooMonkiMan]

We're going back in time to get steamies off the menu.

[@WildNorWester]

Some content from this video has now been released on my website (wildnorwester.wixsite.com/wnw2019/post/content-releases-geography-video). Sigrid, Barry, the 10T iron vans, the 20T tank wagons and dual-tank tank wagons, are now all available for download. EDIT: And yes, I did accidentally leave Cronk and the viaducts out of the middle of the mainline section. I just forgot about them, my bad.

[@ryanlister1244]

Nice video, Dan, good luck on the Killdane Ironworks in your series. 😃

[@WildNorWester]

@@awesome-xk8vj She's based off GWR 1331.

[@WildNorWester]

@@awesome-xk8vj Um, the point of this video is to outline the names of the stations. More to the point, those names that I used in this video are the ones that are on the actual stations themselves.

[@WildNorWester]

@@awesome-xk8vj Confirmed by who, and are you talking about in the TV series or Railway Series?

[@jadondinobile4403]

@@WildNorWester What happen to Emily? is she still in steam but hidden away like peter that would be a great story in the Sodor the modern year's where she's repaired and work's with eric

[@benkouchnerkavich4449]

The world you've created helps to keep the memories of both the TV Series and the Railway Series alive. I'm so happy you're still making videos.

[@WesternOhioInterurbanHistory]

This was prettu cool. I love the idea of the Mid-Sodor being rebuilt further and becoming a part of the Arledale Railway. Wish they had restored the old Mid-Sodor sheds and station though.

[@thebosskingreturns]

I think I've said all I really need to on Twitter but after watching this a second time through bravo. I haven't watched the TV show since The Great Discovery came out but damn everything you post it captures what hooked me on this series as a kid

[@colbyjames7205]

9:56 that's a good in depth Wildnorwester on how Wagons are Overhauled.

[@lidoislandstudios2635]

Wonderful! As a fan of history fictional and real, this was a blast.

[@NwrDuck]

Loved this. I must admit, I never watched both Stey and STMW, but this has been rather helpful. I always kinda had my head wrapped around trying to figure out Tidmouth and Knapford since the TVS and RWS go at odds with each other there, and this video really cleared some stuff up. Can't wait to see what's next!

[@darkwhite073]

Idk why but repeatedly rewatching this is relaxing

[@lt.bagelbites6969]

I’ve always loved your series because I think the models always looked good, as well as the strong storylines. So much in fact, that I consider STMY canon, as the current show is now in shambles… but that’s just me. Continue on with your great work man! I’ve enjoyed it for so many years now, and your stories have gotten me through a lot of tough times. You have my eternal respect. ❤

[@numberjacksoctonauts7138]

Oh my goodness, I just realised the shot at 2:23 is a nod to the series 3 episode *All At Sea* . Except... instead of Thomas, Percy and Duck happily staring out at the horizon to the sun rising... Thomas and Percy are distraught to know Wendy would be scrapped. Thanks, Dan, you're going to make me cry...

[@WildNorWester]

You're the first person to pick up on that.

[@numberjacksoctonauts7138]

@@WildNorWester I can only imagine a potential discussion between Thomas, Percy and Duck at that spot following the Wendy incident. It's a bit scratchy, but... *Duck:* Oh, this is a beautiful place to view the sunrise, wouldn't you agree Thomas and Percy? *Much to Duck's concern, the other two don't reply* *Duck:* Thomas... Percy... *Percy:* Huh? Oh... yes, Duck. *Thomas:* It's... lovely. *Duck:* Is... something wrong? *Thomas:* Duck... this was the last place we... saw an old friend. *Duck:* Oh... oh, Thomas and Percy... I... I'm so sorry... *Percy:* Duck... it's okay, you didn't know... *The trio sombrely stare out to the horizon as a sign of respect for the fallen engine.*

[@bluebellsfan8704]

I never thought someone changing and adding things to sodor would work so perfectly. I like your version of sodor a lot, it makes sense. I been wanting to make my own version of sodor but didn't think it was a good idea.

[@WildNorWester]

It kinda evolved while I made my videos.

[@MRCSANY]

I never understood the biggest harbour on Sodor being on Edward’s branch either. Love that you changed it.

[@GTSW1FT]

I can listen to this man's voice all day.

[@Douglas57647]

This is great! It's so cool to see how all of your routes are connected to one another to form a cohesive map of the island. I especially liked seeing some of the new models that haven't appeared in your stories yet!

[@matthewpowell2429]

Excellent job on the Map WildNorWester! This answered alot of questions I had about Sodr's Maps.

[@stfuyoutube423]

there's just a certain... vibe to the arlesdale railway extending to peel godred that gives me chills even to this day

[@harryjohnson9215]

12:21 AT THE MOMENT 19:57 the old harbour i have a feeling that we will have to remember that, steam engines helping out on the brach line

[@WildNorWester]

You don't miss a thing 😉

[@harryjohnson9215]

​@@WildNorWester Nope i do not I think This is the best fan made version of sodor out there. You don't have do your own version every story for it to make sense, you link it back to the railway series, which is brilliant.

[@FeatherWings78]

Now this was so beautiful especially the ending music

[@Brendan1259]

This is a great set up for the different lines, looking forward to watching the new episodes, I also have ideas for future stories in the modern years if you need it.

[@WildNorWester]

Thank-you, but I've already got a dozen or so mini-series planned out.

[@Brendan1259]

@@WildNorWester no worries, but if you do in the future I am happy to suggest them.

[@LMS5935]

Amazing video this puts a whole new context onto most of the series.

[@oldsquarewheelsproductions]

Amazing work Dan! Keep up the good work!

[@TankEngine97]

Really interesting to learn how different parts of the railway work in your series.

[@matthewrussell577]

WildNorWester as always the layout you have looks amazing and so do the engines and rolling stock. I really liked this video and can't wait to see what else you have in store.

[@jalenjackson740]

Well done this is a wonderful thing to see I'm looking forward to these new stories I'm hoping Emily is still around I would like to see her interact with your cast especially Lily given they're from the same company

[@liamgough6520]

Yes I would like to an episode that includes an engine mainly peter ( I like this choice since it could mean facing his fear) or Lilly (as she is Welllsworth and suddery) rediscovering her old comrade That is my idea anyway

[@Stackedwithcash]

This was a pleasure to watch! I look forward to your next upload, whenever that may be! Cheers!

[@lastationproductions]

You inspired to write my own railway series stories I love your content :) this is awesome

[@Avery_Productions]

Love the Norramby branch line definitely my favorite part of this map

[@numberjacksoctonauts7138]

*Wellsworth* the wait, Dan. It was just awesome seeing your version of our favourite fictional island come to life. And you're right. Why did the TV series choose Brandam Docks to be the main harbour? Because of Salty and his interactions with Bill and Ben, maybe? Seems like a flimsy reason if you ask me. And there's this whole mystery going on with Emily. "Not been seen since then?" And then there's this mysterious Wendy as well... these girls are going to be interesting to explore. Not to mention the mysteries surrounding Arry and Bert. And E5-E8? That means there must have been E1-E4... Ooh, some of the Coffee Pots decided to show up, I see. They'll be fun to explore. The series 3 episode where the goods station is would be Thomas Gets Bumped. I remember writing that story as a sequel to Trust Thomas. I got some chuckles when you mentioned incidents such as "a certain blue tank engine went fishing" or "when Sir Handel and George once came to blows". I can imagine if the engines were watching the documentary, they'd be like 'ugh, that had to be brought up'?

[@WildNorWester]

Well yes, but Salty could have been assigned to the Knapford docks. Brendam is only a small harbour - the position at the end of the branchline guarantees that.

[@numberjacksoctonauts7138]

@@WildNorWester That would make more sense, actually. Huh, the things you don't really think about with the TVS implications... they can be weird sometimes.

[@WildNorWester]

@@numberjacksoctonauts7138 Yep. It strikes me that the TVS layouts suffered from a lack of understanding about how real railways work. The book 'Track Planning for Realistic Operation' by John Armstrong helped me a lot with this. It's considered one of the best books to help with model railroad planning.

[@numberjacksoctonauts7138]

@@WildNorWester Well, it strikes to reason that the people from series 5 onwards didn't get their hands on that book.

[@WildNorWester]

@@numberjacksoctonauts7138 Nope. It would have made things make a lot more sense.

[@DavidScholz-bu1ix]

IMPRESSIVELY INCREDIBLE!!!

[@todddavis2041]

Nice. Very well presented! Everything explained clearly. Look forward to new Sodor the Modern Years!

[@hunterneitzel3012]

23:58 it's also implied that in sodor it's people and railways, that an electric funicular railway was opened in 1985 in skarloey. It go from the town of skarloey at the top to the lake and a few hotels at the bottom. It's likely that the rolling stock and the massive electric winch for the funicular was transported by lorry, hense why we never seen them. A funicular is a type of cable propelled transit, where a rope(in this case driven by an electric winch) is used to bring one car up the line and the other car down the line.

[@WildNorWester]

Yep. You can actually see the rails for the furnicular in the background of one or two of the shots of the Skarloey Railway, if you look closely.

[@gavindiuguid3197]

I have a few questions: 1. What happened to Wendy & Lucy? 2. Peel Godred has E5-E8, where’s E1-E4? 3. Will Emily be found? 4. Will Knapford Harbour find another engine? 5. Edward’s Branch Line have China Clay Quarry, where’s Brendam Docks?

[@Adinosaurandtrainlover]

To answer that last question, a harbor and docks are pretty much the same thing

[@gavindiuguid3197]

@@Adinosaurandtrainlover that’s fair enough.

[@OlanKenny]

1) It literally says Wendy was scrapped. 2) E-1-E4 probably got scrapped and replaced. 3) I'm sure Emily will be found. This seems to be the implication. The story will be around how that happens 3) Again, yes, that's implied. 4) Docks is Harbour

[@EveningStar92220]

I love this! You truly have one of the most fascinating and well developed interpretations of Sodor I have ever seen! I take it that, since she wasn't mentioned in this, that Rosie will be appearing in a future story arc?

[@Liam_Chase2024]

Amazing video and I like the skarloey railway in your sodor the modern years videos

[@FeatherWings78]

I'm amazed the Arlesdale line hasn't reached Ulfstead yet. Nice touch.

[@jimmyhook4852]

I know right? :D

[@FeatherWings78]

@@jimmyhook4852 I plan to correct that

[@jimmyhook4852]

@@FeatherWings78 Alright :D And plus love the idea of it being expanded more along the old ROW of the Mid Sodor Railway :3

[@FeatherWings78]

@@jimmyhook4852 there is still the issue of the Railroad

[@jimmyhook4852]

@@FeatherWings78 True. True.

[@JonathanAsiamah]

That is some brilliant work! I really enjoyed it! Well done! :D

[@WildNorWester]

Thanks 🙂

[@JonathanAsiamah]

@@WildNorWester You're very welcome!

[@lukechristmas3951]

While your series is admittingly a bit confusing as it is a mashup of TVS locations in a RWS timeline, you have made your mark with your series using real life dates, events and OCs that stay as true as they can be to the RWS. I'll admit that I can find it a bit hard to accept some of these but I still can't deny you accomplished things that influenced how I picture Sodor as well as others do. Peter is one of your best characters as, after learning about the 8Fs, I found it to be a natural choice that one would be preserved on Sodor to balance out Henry (both being Stanier designs) and that the North Western met the LMS at Barrow before Nationalization. I see that you gave Emily the same fate as Simon (87546) and I love the idea of Wendy.

[@alicehodges9964]

I Like The Characters And Episodes

[@TobyOliverHenryFan]

I honestly hope Henry finds Emily, because that would explain their odd connection in the TV series. I honestly have lost track at how much those two are seen together. It could be something or an odd coincidence. But I don't believe in coincidences. And well, they were consistent with it up until BWBA. Plus, you did mention sometimes steam engines help out the diesels there. That or on this occasion Henry could have been wrongfully diverted on to the Norramby, but then why does he go on the old line, I don't know.

[@Lanetrainz]

Great Video just had time to watch it and I am excited to see all of these places and all the possible history related story just waiting to be told . Keep Up The Great. :)

[@loanedengineproductions]

I have a feeling that Emily is still alive at Noramby Harbour, waiting to be found

[@champ2stay920]

2:27 with the shunting around the larger Knapford area was getting to be too much for just Damien and Iris, so I have three theories as to how this will be sorted: 1. Sheffield gets allocated thereafter Rowan's arrival. 2. Wendy is found (assuming she somehow managed to avoid the torch), and restored. 3. the Knapford Harbor board decides to finally buy a second engine (either an OC or Salty), they wonder about what happened to the first engine, and theory 2 happens with the two working together. out of all of them, I think the 1st is the most likely but we'll have to wait and see. if you folks have your own ideas feel free to share them.

[@WildNorWester]

4. None of the above 😉.

[@benjamindeloney]

Seeing Sodor with a container facility is kinda crazy too me. Never thought I’d see Sodor handling container traffic

[@connormclernon26]

The Island of Sodor song always makes me feel deeply emotional

[@Bunbiichuffn]

You've answered many questions, true, but perhaps raised a few more in the process, which is good for potential future stories!

[@ryankelly8902]

I was legitimately surprised when I heard Emily. I thought she had been replaced by that other Stirling Single Elise. I’m glad she’s in STMY, especially since she’s grow on me and made me realize that she actually is a good female Thomas character and wasn’t just shoved into the spotlight like Nia and Rebecca.

[@tanyipan3554]

Wildnorwester, I notice the elephant statue in the nature reserve 24:49 from the tvs episode The Runaway Elephant.

[@TRAINMASTER321]

I don't know why but i love watching this video back a lot of the time. It also makes me wonder if you've ever considered doing a history video. I know theres always watching older videos back but a few things have changed since then and other things have been added since then

[@jimmyhook4852]

Love the idea of the Arlesdale Railway being expanded. :3

[@darkwind9000]

I hope there is a mini series on finding Emily!!

[@Avery_Productions]

6:51 in my canon the branch line engines sleep at Elsbridge sheds since there are 4 births there

[@all-starcustoms8554]

When the world needed him most, he retuned.

[@rmsteutonic3686]

Anyone else get super nostalgic for memories they never had when they watch this?

[@wodekw6862]

Yes

[@jamesthomas5109]

17:14 Sounds good, would love to see the Peel Godred engines in future episodes.

[@watershipfalls5520]

This was a great video, It gave me some Ideas of my own layout for Sodor.

[@jamesthomas5109]

18:44 I bet Arthur would love that little harbour. 🐟 🚢 ⚓️

[@jamesthomas5109]

28:32 I do hope the platform and seeds are restored one day, or atleast turned into a museum for visitors.

[@marvelfan9815]

I like the lore, it's really good.

[@jaydenandfriendsnumber1]

Finally I'm not the only crazy guy who has the same idea about the miniature gauge Railway

[@leighmenzie5904]

Hello I am glad you posted a new video I can't remember the last time a new video was posted

[@jamesthomas5109]

Nice to see you back mate, big fan. Hope you had a wonderful Halloween. 😊 Hope Wendy escaped the scrapyard, maybe she escaped to the mainland or something?

[@LMS5935]

I’m so excited 😆

[@vexstenxv3480]

Seeing this is just making me want to finish my own custom railway route even more. The big problem though is that it’s on the Trainz 2 app since I don’t have Trainz on my laptop and after a certain while the route will refuse to open.

[@ryancampbell4119]

Can’t wait to see the stories you make. I do wonder, and this has more to do with ten cents what happened to the other tugs from the star tugs and puffer are they preserved in sided the modern years or are they scrapped cause a good example would be grandpus the submarine in real life none of his class survived but captain star saved him . I’m just wondering if we may see a story about them or if Hercules will visit Ten Cents it be nice to see if the star tugs get preserved together. Another thing was the NWR private during BR or were they part of it but BR didn’t have any control of it.

[@WildNorWester]

For the NWR, I follow the RWS. I.e. that it was the North-West Region of BR. But they were fiercely independent, even more so than the Western region.

[@ryancampbell4119]

@@WildNorWester so does that mean that they ignored the modernization plan that BR had. I ask because I’m confused as to why they were not forced to.

[@smilyboi9847]

10:25 I can imagine Henry saying something like: “Shut up, it’s not funny anymore! Don’t remind me!”

[@MainMite06]

You are really detailed, Excellent work👏👏👏

[@benscott8782]

There's Nothing Quite Like it... Though if I may point out (Without any absolute disrespect you understand sir), in truth there is another station on the Mainline, known as Cronk. But I understand perhaps in you're beginnings, you were probably never aware of it. And I solely respect that dutifully. Regardless..., this video was Magnificent!!!

[@WildNorWester]

I just forgot to mention Cronk. My bad.

[@LightingHedgehogYT]

I might have a headcanon for bill and ben. So after the events of heroes from season 3, the clay pits at brendom closed after the landslide, plus im not including season 6 or so onwords, bill and ben were sent to work at the old lead mines at knapford. Why the lead mines at knapford? Well, in david mitton's map of the IOS, it clearly shows that the lead mines are a few miles away from knapford, so, my head canon is that the lead mines were re-opened after heroes, and bill and ben were sent to work there bringing lead to the docks at knapford. Weird headcanon, yeah, but it might actually work.

[@LightingHedgehogYT]

Do you have a map on this layout? If so, I want to see it so I can better understand where everything is located. I know it's from Tidmouth to Barrow, but what about the railway facilities?

[@zacharyspinks6207]

This is Awesome, I Certainly Enjoyed that.👍

[@RyanJohnsonRailways]

"You wanted Emily in the series? There she's dead, end of!" A year later and it's still hilarious

[@harold6442]

Now we need a video on the engines of Sodor

[@Zero-fo3rq]

Hmm i wonder who will help with Knapford and i wonder where Emily is since it seems she disappeared after that bombing

[@sodorrailproductionsrp]

This is amazing

[@godzillahomer]

So, would the original NWR electrics be a topic for the future videos? As I do wonder what E1-E4 were. Also, Arlesdale Railway going to Peel Godred, nice. A concept like that could see the AR fleet needing an extra engine or two, though Olivia likely serves that purpose. But as a fun mention, Jock has a pair of siblings in Japan, just imagine him hearing about how there's four total locomotives built to Northern Rock's design.

[@oscarkageson-loe]

Very interesting I always view the Farquhar branch as the Watercress line and view the Skarloey railway as the Tallylyn railway and at Calin station and engine shed I view the sheds as the sheds from the Didcot railway

[@DarthWill3]

What a rich history you've written!

[@WildNorWester]

Thanks 🙂

[@heavenlydemonic1000]

I have followed your work from the very first video on and love your take on the series but after the normby branch I’m curious Is there any chance that Emily may become a surprise rediscovery in the bomded harbor like duke was in his shed??? Just thinking out loud but that would be awesome. I mean no disrespect to you though you’re amazing

[@oriondecimus8421]

Another great video. It does well to put a lot of locations in the series into perspective. If tou dont mind me asking why do the electric locomotives' numbers start at E6? Are their numbers a part of a future story. Well done on the video again and thank you for your years of great fan content.

[@eagarmp]

This was a good video have you plans to do a video about the engines of each line from the precursor days to the present?

[@jaredcmar1888]

Amazing work as always, I love your interpretation of the coffee pots having cabs and one of them having a tender. Your models are always a treat to watch as they chuff along the line. I did have two questions. 1( In your chapter of Henry's Forest and Elsbridge, by the signal box hiding in the shrubbery, I noticed a small statue of engine. Is that suppose to be Henry?) 2 (In your Norramby Branchline chapter, you mentioned Emily, would I be right to say that you have future plans to bring her into your series of STMY?

[@ritchiesiepman5511]

I wonder if Emily survived the bombing of the norramby harbour and if she will appear in future episodes

[@FlyingFoxProductions8995]

I like how the fact it's just rws map with tvs sprinkled abit

[@bomberdaniel2000]

It would be nice to have a episode about Emily being found similar to Adeline her story. But it is doubtfull that she survived the bombing.

[@animeboy9307]

Never say never⭐

[@ps7372]

Good job mate.

[@jamesthomas5109]

Looking forward to Rowan the Garrett engine, best wishes. 🚂

[@joeythecat7482]

To be honest, what you made as Knapford Harbor I always thought WAS Knapford Harbor

[@WildNorWester]

Exactly! It seems more natural. It was just the TV series changed it, for some strange reason.

[@jaredvereschagin29]

Will there be an episode of Emily's discovery from the norramby harbor? That I'd like to see. To add Emily to the series would be great

[@flintswenson8234]

I can see Rosie arriving in Lily's Little Western Adventure, to handle the Arsedale Harbor and Yard as it's permanent engine.

[@WildNorWester]

That's the idea, but Rosie will be getting her own mini-series.

[@ryanlister1244]

@@WildNorWester Hi, Dan, I love your models and your ideas for Sodor: The Modern Years so much. 🙂❤❤❤

[@BlooMonkiMan]

@@WildNorWester Will this series feature Hank and Flying Scotsman?

[@harryjohnson9215]

Has lily been down the little Western since she was found

[@tanyipan3554]

@@BlooMonkiMan Hank being an American engine wouldn't be able to run on British rails due to his wheel width being wide.

[@rustydoggo5050]

Emily worked for the Wellsworth & Suddery in your AU? That's really cool

[@abbeyroadfan94-J.P]

Awesome job

[@thesudricmerman3318]

Am wondering if there going be plan story about Emily disapperness

[@hdpds2003]

I think an interesting story for ten cents in season 3 would be to have him finally see the others tugs that still survived the second world wR

[@porneliushubertsthaicuisin1316]

Vicarstown is SO CUTE

[@JordanFanProductions]

Wonderful! I loved this!

[@TheSouthernTerrierA1X0-6-0]

A very clever video idea, and a nice way to combine TVS inaccuracies with RWS layouts. Although I have just one question: Does cronk not exist in STMY, or is it just without a station?

[@WildNorWester]

I think it's just that I forgot to mention it. Whoops.

[@eliotreader8220]

@@WildNorWester way is Gordon wearing Smoke deflectors?