@@DG_427 wild guess! I thought it was a period diorama from somewhere in the South Pacific or the Congo, during WWII, but your assessment seems more precise.
Oh, thank God! I watched the whole thing without knowing if this diorama was from somewhere in the South Pacific or Congo during WWII. Thanks for the confirmation everyone! Also, loved the video
Hi! Snake owner (not entirely an expert) here, this does infact look like a python! Most similarly a Ball Python given the pattern on the back! The head shape is great! Love your videos! Keep it up!
I love the atmosphere of the final turnaround shot. The muted colors and faces hidden in shadows really sells the bleak situation. Also the Snek responding to the knock knock joke was hilarious.
Yeah, I was thinking about commenting that he didn't account for the soldiers movement through the water...then during the turntable reveal I saw it. 🤦🏻♂️ Freakin' awesome job Boylei!!!
I think you'd find if a snake* was that large relative to a human, it wouldn't exactly be harmless. There's plenty of animals which are harmless to humans and that's mostly based on scale. *or any animal, for that matter
It's not a python, it's a rare new convergent species, the BoyleiHobbyTimePythonidae Serpentes, endemic to this channel. And if you can fit in its mouth it will eat you.
I really love this one. The raindrops and green drops on the water surface are so simple but incredibly effective. And it would make my grandfather proud, who served somewhere in the South Pacific, or the Congo, during WWII.
I like the Congo shoutout. Not many people give the Congo the recognition it's due when it comes to large snakes since it mainly houses rock pythons, which don't get large. Although Remy Van Lierde's unofficial 1915 recording of a 50-ft snake has its fair share of skeptics, the Congo harboring some of the world's largest snakes seems a reasonable suggestion to me.
I think the story you referenced was actually a claim made by a Belgian Air Force pilot while flying over the Congo in 1959. His name was Remy van Lierde. A photo was taken and analysts estimated it was 200 feet long.
@@benpar223 I don’t think pythons get quite as big as the one in this diorama, but they do get fairly close. So while it is a slightly larger than normal snake, you’re right in that it’s probably the most realistic “monster” that he has made.
Diorama idea: A small cargo plane that crashed in a dense swampy area (similar to Louisiana), both pilots managed to survive but they’re now being stalked by a giant iguana like creature
Besides the fact that these will always be the best miniatures ever, I think my favorite part is always the end when he shows these horrific monsters in this scene with such peaceful music making it somehow even more beautiful
A squad of WW2 marines lost in the South Pacific being hunted by giant snakes and having to fend off then join with an imperial Japanese squad against a tribe of native inhabitants that worship the snakes as gods is a great idea for a movie.
Really wanted to find out the end of the “Knock Knock” joke! I’m sure I’ve had bad dreams similar to what’s happening in this diorama. So creepy but incredibly cool! Great build Boylei!
The Army did fight in Burma throughout the duration of the war and Burma is home to the Burmese Python... so I would say this is pretty historically accurate. Well done!
As someone who's done a lot of snorkelling in swamps, I have to say this brings a tear. Swamps are magical, calming and exciting, always teeming, changing, flashing, shadowy. The water's usually amazingly clear till it's stirred. I like the surface in the model, just the right mix of gleaming and murky.
Oh, man. This hit just right in several ways. I love this diorama a lot. It's so simple but really effective at setting the mood. Do they survive getting ambushed by such a large predator? Do they ever make it back to the rest of the platoon? I've always liked your projects but I was pulled into the story of this one immediately by it. Good job.
Love the wake you made in the pond weed.. I know it would be something I would have forgotten about and just made it look like they were randomly standing in the water.. What you did gave them movement and direction.. Subtle and impressive. Thank you.
Amazing detail with the green little specs that show the soldiers' movement through the water. Very realistic. Cool that you just didn't randomly splatter them throughout.
This is one of my favorite ones yet. The whole scenario feels believable and the way it's set up is terrifying in a "seconds before disaster" kind of way. Excellent work
That snake looks amazing!! It really reminded me of one I saw while I was on holiday with my family in the South Pacific, or The Congo, during World War 2.
This is awesome! I love snakes. The pond water affect is always done so well. I like that you showed where they had walked threw and disturbed it with little trails.
You're right! That was Col. Van Lierde, a Belgian badass, that is credited with being on the flight that saw and photographed a giant snake in the Congo in 1959. There had been rumors from locals about huge snakes before, but that was the first evidence it seems that Westerners had that supported them. And even if smaller than the suggested 50 feet (it seems most agree it is about 25 feet), it would still be the largest snake in Africa. Most folks would have explained it away, but Col. Van Lierde was a very prestigious dude with some amazing feats under his belt and a man of honor, and as such, is usually held up as being beyond reproach. And, honestly, if that jungle can hide a dead civilization's diamond mines and their grey-haired, stone paddle-wielding, killer gorilla protectors...well, what else could it be hiding?
Legit dude-ur videos are like some THERAPY to me-your great voice over, added to your Brilliant Talent is what makes your video so great. Keep it up man! Love your work
Of course that could also have been a Vietnam diorama. Maybe some variations in the gear, but close enough. I wish the snake's head was closer to the surface or semi-submerged. It was a bit hard to see under the "swamp water". Still, a great concept and beautiful execution.
So what you’re telling me is that it’s a period diorama from somewhere in the South Pacific or the Congo, during WWII?
Well, South Pacific saw a lot of combat in WW2, Philippinea, Dutch East Indies, New Guinea, Borneo
I would have guessed that it is a period diorama from somewhere in the South Pacific or the Congo, during WWII. It was nice to get confirmation.
@@DG_427 wild guess! I thought it was a period diorama from somewhere in the South Pacific or the Congo, during WWII, but your assessment seems more precise.
He was making a joke because of how many time Boylie said “somewhere in the South Pacific or the Congo in www2”
Oh, thank God!
I watched the whole thing without knowing if this diorama was from somewhere in the South Pacific or Congo during WWII.
Thanks for the confirmation everyone!
Also, loved the video
Suggestion on the rain effect: try a smaller straw. That might give you a finer rain texture
That's a good idea, I think something like the small plastic coffee straws would work :)
maybe multiple sizes to add a ripple affect to the drops?
Maybe dab some resin and let it dry upside down to create the effect of droplets bouncing back up?
@@Existential_Carousel Eyoooooooo. If it works, that is a sick idea!
There is a French woman who does the most fantastic rainy dioramas - but (of course) I can’t remember her name when I need it!
Wow that final shot was stunning. Very immersive and lifelike.
Hi! Snake owner (not entirely an expert) here, this does infact look like a python! Most similarly a Ball Python given the pattern on the back! The head shape is great!
Love your videos! Keep it up!
The baby-est snakes. 💕
I love the atmosphere of the final turnaround shot. The muted colors and faces hidden in shadows really sells the bleak situation. Also the Snek responding to the knock knock joke was hilarious.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
Yay
It amazes me how much story telling you manage to put into every model you make
His imagination is excellent and that of course also comes across in his very creative dioramas.
i really like how he added details such as the location of south America or the Congo during ww2 🤫
Creating the "wake" of people walking through swamp was executed really well!
Yeah, I was thinking about commenting that he didn't account for the soldiers movement through the water...then during the turntable reveal I saw it. 🤦🏻♂️
Freakin' awesome job Boylei!!!
@@earlware4322well, it was accounted for via the dots of the pondweed, but there still weren't any ripples in the water, which I found strange
I adore that the giant snake in the diorama is a ball python, one of the most harmless snakes there is... not that they know that!
Anaconda*
I think you'd find if a snake* was that large relative to a human, it wouldn't exactly be harmless. There's plenty of animals which are harmless to humans and that's mostly based on scale.
*or any animal, for that matter
@@blakesby imagine if insects were human sized...
@@B3AROTAN I'd rather not 😬🐛
It's not a python, it's a rare new convergent species, the BoyleiHobbyTimePythonidae Serpentes, endemic to this channel. And if you can fit in its mouth it will eat you.
The detail of the pushed away duckweed after the soldiers walked through it is amazing!
I really love this one. The raindrops and green drops on the water surface are so simple but incredibly effective. And it would make my grandfather proud, who served somewhere in the South Pacific, or the Congo, during WWII.
I like the Congo shoutout. Not many people give the Congo the recognition it's due when it comes to large snakes since it mainly houses rock pythons, which don't get large. Although Remy Van Lierde's unofficial 1915 recording of a 50-ft snake has its fair share of skeptics, the Congo harboring some of the world's largest snakes seems a reasonable suggestion to me.
*or the South Pacific!
*1959*
Bit awkward though since US soldiers didnt serve in the Congo...
@@thehistoadian Also awkward that there is no large snakes in the South Pacific islands.😄
I think the story you referenced was actually a claim made by a Belgian Air Force pilot while flying over the Congo in 1959. His name was Remy van Lierde. A photo was taken and analysts estimated it was 200 feet long.
That duckweed tip looked super great!
I’m such a huge World War 2 nerd. This is an awesome build!! Blending history and fantasy. Great work. I would love to see more World War builds
Gosh I love this monster series
the scary thing is that snake isn't a monster in his series its just a normal big snake.
@@benpar223 I don’t think pythons get quite as big as the one in this diorama, but they do get fairly close. So while it is a slightly larger than normal snake, you’re right in that it’s probably the most realistic “monster” that he has made.
Yeah, this isn't part of the 'Wild Imaginary West' series.
Always a good day when Boylei uploads :)
Diorama idea: A small cargo plane that crashed in a dense swampy area (similar to Louisiana), both pilots managed to survive but they’re now being stalked by a giant iguana like creature
Man the flow of the duckweed around the figures is super realistic! Lot's of swamp study, I'm sure 😆
That snake looks so real, great work Boylei 👍
Besides the fact that these will always be the best miniatures ever, I think my favorite part is always the end when he shows these horrific monsters in this scene with such peaceful music making it somehow even more beautiful
A squad of WW2 marines lost in the South Pacific being hunted by giant snakes and having to fend off then join with an imperial Japanese squad against a tribe of native inhabitants that worship the snakes as gods is a great idea for a movie.
I think the rain effects look fine, tbh. Lovely work as always Boylei
Looks great. Brilliant job on the snake in particular. Love the atmosphere.
This is one of my new favorites I think. I absolutely love how glossy and wet the snake looks.
Really wanted to find out the end of the “Knock Knock” joke!
I’m sure I’ve had bad dreams similar to what’s happening in this diorama. So creepy but incredibly cool! Great build Boylei!
This is not just a diorama model, this is art. This man is an artist!
Laying in bed before going to sleep while watching Boylei Hobby Time making a new diorama is literally one of my joys in life
The Army did fight in Burma throughout the duration of the war and Burma is home to the Burmese Python... so I would say this is pretty historically accurate. Well done!
Whose army and for what "duration"?
@@aaronleverton4221 history.army.mil/brochures/burma42/burma42.htm
@@aaronleverton4221 Axis vs. Allies during WWII 1941-45
@@Charles_Bro-son Does not answer the question.
@@aaronleverton4221 KMT China plus the UK and the British Raj against Japan during ww2.
Nice diorama! For some extra detail and motion, you can also use glue to add ripples around the figures 👍
I really enjoy the little dialogues you create for your figures.
Those final shots are incredible...
Beautiful, awesome work!
This is absolutely stunning
That’s really cool, thank you for sharing that with everyone
So beautiful and spooky, I love it!
Fantastic diorama.
Snake skin looks brilliant in the glamour shots
Another awesome build there boss.
Came out really good. What a long process and lots of planning. Pretty cool
All your builds are awesome, your world building and story telling are 2nd to none. Thanks for posting!
This is outstanding!!!!
I love the gradient on the soldiers and I think the rain effect and snake scales look great!
Beautiful work
It looks so amazing and so real 🪖😉💚
You really are an artist. I am happy you can do this as a job
As someone who's done a lot of snorkelling in swamps, I have to say this brings a tear. Swamps are magical, calming and exciting, always teeming, changing, flashing, shadowy. The water's usually amazingly clear till it's stirred. I like the surface in the model, just the right mix of gleaming and murky.
Your work is incredible
Smart and artistic design
Oh, man. This hit just right in several ways. I love this diorama a lot. It's so simple but really effective at setting the mood.
Do they survive getting ambushed by such a large predator? Do they ever make it back to the rest of the platoon?
I've always liked your projects but I was pulled into the story of this one immediately by it. Good job.
Thank you for this video! 🙂💐
Love the wake you made in the pond weed..
I know it would be something I would have forgotten about and just made it look like they were randomly standing in the water..
What you did gave them movement and direction..
Subtle and impressive. Thank you.
You _can_ see the scales! I love this!
Totally realistic!
As a snake lover, specifically pythons, that's a very accurate python head and one of many patterns they can come with. Great job!❤
Another Outstanding build and presentation.
this is fantastic, a work art, I would love a man cave filled with your work bud.
Fantastic Diorama, a beautiful example of:
Less is more.
Everything has its place and purpose ❤
Amazing detail with the green little specs that show the soldiers' movement through the water. Very realistic. Cool that you just didn't randomly splatter them throughout.
I had never seen anything like this, pure artistry and skills. Congratulations.
Gosh that’s so badass.
This guy would make the best aquariums.
This is one of my favorite ones yet. The whole scenario feels believable and the way it's set up is terrifying in a "seconds before disaster" kind of way. Excellent work
That would be a creepy feeling being in that diorama. 😬
I quote Indiana Jones "Snakes, why did it have to be snakes?"
Great Job As Always!!!
👍👍👍
There's something forlorn about this diorama. Well done.
GodLike Creation
Well done, once again, on your hard work. Thank you for sharing with everyone on RUclips 👍🏻
That snake looks amazing!! It really reminded me of one I saw while I was on holiday with my family in the South Pacific, or The Congo, during World War 2.
I want to see you master the water/rain effects. This was great. Your painting is outstanding.
Wow that looks so good
You did amazing job. Beautiful piece of work 💖💖
Great work
Very cool peice man! The placement of the minis and the snake is spot on 👌
This is awesome! I love snakes. The pond water affect is always done so well. I like that you showed where they had walked threw and disturbed it with little trails.
The epoxy really gave some added life to the snake. Another awesome build!
I so look forward to each Sunday watching your videos. Thanks again!
Very cool!
Dude in the back is about to have a very bad day….
Very cool!
I love how you created movement with the green stuff growing on the surface.
Awesome video as always.
Much love...
The duckweed addition is sick as hell
I love the little trails of the pond leaves.... like the forward momentum of the soldiers in the water was pulled off really well.
5:00 the story is actually true and I’m pretty sure it takes place in the Congo. Also it was a high ranking officer and a pilot.
Iirc he got a picture of it, but unfortunately there wasn't anything in it to be able to judge scale.
Some of these edits were great man, you're making very enjoyable content!
You're right! That was Col. Van Lierde, a Belgian badass, that is credited with being on the flight that saw and photographed a giant snake in the Congo in 1959. There had been rumors from locals about huge snakes before, but that was the first evidence it seems that Westerners had that supported them. And even if smaller than the suggested 50 feet (it seems most agree it is about 25 feet), it would still be the largest snake in Africa. Most folks would have explained it away, but Col. Van Lierde was a very prestigious dude with some amazing feats under his belt and a man of honor, and as such, is usually held up as being beyond reproach.
And, honestly, if that jungle can hide a dead civilization's diamond mines and their grey-haired, stone paddle-wielding, killer gorilla protectors...well, what else could it be hiding?
The final image is absolutely terrifying! Nicely done. We knock exactly what’s about to happen
Wow the final shots are amazing! This makes me want to do dioramas myself. :o Amazing work!
Legit dude-ur videos are like some THERAPY to me-your great voice over, added to your Brilliant Talent is what makes your video so great. Keep it up man! Love your work
okay but the metal gear solid bit was incredible. You're my people
Insane work. Truly jawdropping.
Well done!
This is a really great, simple concept done fantastically well. Nice work!
Brilliant build!
Of course that could also have been a Vietnam diorama. Maybe some variations in the gear, but close enough. I wish the snake's head was closer to the surface or semi-submerged. It was a bit hard to see under the "swamp water". Still, a great concept and beautiful execution.
Looks great ! As per usual !
I always love the dioramas with atmosphere! So good!
Amazing 👍
thats so amazing bro, so atmospheric
beautiful!
You know this channel is amazing when 9 minutes goes by in 3.
Beautiful piece brother. Your work is always so clean!
Well done