You are really crushing these terrain build videos! I've seen all of these techniques before, but this brought them together in a great way. Keep making these!
Representing just the lower trunk of the tree is the way to go. I think if you are more selective in where you cut your sticks (like at a node or near a y branch) you can depict the root flare of the tree.
No joke even tho you use other channels ideas to implement into your builds (everyone does that don't feel bad) the way you execute it in your craft is god tier ! You're creative, your attention to details is top notch and your puns are witty and refreshing ! I cant wait to see what you'll come up with next ! Oh and one last thing, don't fall in the trap of wanting to pump out videos too frequently, make sure you enjoy what you do and don't stress about frequency. We much prefer few and far between videos if it means this level of quality !
Thank you so so much for your generous feedback!! I find it super encouraging and honestly reassuring about the time frame. I'm still trying to find the balance between regular life and jobs and creating videos, but I'm clear that I won't compromise on video quality!
The one small change I would make to the trees is painting the ends of the cut branches black so they visually disappear in the play space rather than the bright buff circles they are when cut.
You can also wrap your trees in Elmer's glue and 1-2 ply toilet paper to give it a wood like look. It's also perfect for making planks of wood for houses, docks, etc. Just take a sheet of card board, lather it in a thin layer of Elmer's glue, then lay rows of toilet paper over the glued areas. Let dry then cut the sheet of cardboard in strips of whatever width you want your planks to be (make sure cuts go with the grain). Then cut those strips in whatever length you want your planks to be. I've used this method since 1989 when making planks and still to this day (even though I use 3D prints now) still will only use this method for plans for docks, houses, etc as it is by far the realistic looking plans I've ever seen in terrain builds.
I just rewatched part 1 yesterday and was looking really forward to part 2, it did not disappoint. Your terrain videos are some of the best (love the puns btw)
The auto-focus did some fucky stuff in the topdown-views but I really like everything else. The presentation, the tiles itself, the puns. I'm here for it!
If you want the magnets to get a better hold with superglue, you can file the side you are gluing just enough so that it scratches the magnet and gives a better surface area. This works if your magnets are removing themselves when you pull it away from another magnet.
re: moss - aside from being where moisture accumulates, moss also prefers less light, hence it's on the north side of trees. Apply moss as if there's directional light.
This channel is amazing! The quality of the crafts is top notch, the editing is super tight, the narration super charming. You're really coming out of the gate swinging!
I just found your channel through recommendations and was so bummed to realize you only have 2 terrain videos so far! You make probably the most beautiful and magnet-ficent terrain tiles I've ever seen.
😂 I hadn't thought of that one haha. If anyone asks me how I would describe my terrain, I will absolutely say it's magnet-ficent. Also, disappointment and waiting is definitely the curse of finding my channel early. 😅
You're on a completely different level from the rest of the terrain makers. Not just from a craftsmanship perspective but also the artistry is several levels above
Magnets, kings of modular terrain!! And this is awesome!! Not only the terrain, who it is awesome, but also the editing and the rythm of the video. Is great! Keep doing!
These videos are AWESOME love the way you do the forest terrain. Keep up the good work, can’t wait to see what else you have planned. No rush, just have fun with it.
and now I want to take a tree top and magnet and make removable tree tops and modular tree trunks..... Another excellent video, thank you! I made my attempt recreantly, but tried tile grout instead of proper soil....and that was not really worth it to make mud - better as a dry top effect! But I am getting better at the Proxxon getting consistent sizes! I bought several 2x2x1" "project panel" foam boards that were not full a 1" thick, so my half-inch thick tiles have a lotta cutoffs, but I'll certainly find a way to use those! I recently got into 3d printing, and discovered several folks who have files on sites like Printables that are specifically to help with magnet orientation and storage, which I always wind up mixing up, but the idea of cutting out a hole and forcing the magnet to flip is brilliant - absolutely will make use of that!
Yeah not gonna lie, that's in the back of my brain somewhere too. RP Archive has a tutorial on how he made magnetic tree tops if you're interested. Thank you for the compliments! I do want to experiment with "toppings" like grout for dirt/sand effects. Will probably come down the line at some point. I'm happy you're trying the modular tiles again and sounds like you're having some success! It's wonderful the community's support in making magnet-placement jigs, and I think Matt himself has made a few. Happy to propel his ideas, including the magnet-flipping one!
Good LORD this was amazing - every few moments a new revelation...and that was just the puns! So glad you branched out into this space. The build was awesome! More please!
Haha yes thank you! In hindsight I would've wanted just a biiit more jaggedness on the flat part for minis to stand more securely, but it does the job!
Again, reeeally high production value video. And puns. And great information as well (the glue-gun tree was new to me). Keep this up to win the internet.
I have just found your channel, and truly thank you for continuing the work that RP Archive has done, expanding on it and adding your own flavour. I look forward to what else you might bring to the game.
A little tip for carving rocks out of foam. An ice pick if your friend. Also, crinkling up some aluminum foil and pouring plaster into it gives some really good texture that you can attach to your tiles with Sculptamold it's great stuff.
Yes! I have some other clay-picking tools that I have found immensely helpful! And honestly, I'm a little mess and goop-averse so plaster and sculptamold are slightly intimidating for me to work with, but it's definitely on my list of, "Hey, c'mon now. You gotta try that at some point."
First video I've seen of yours, haven't even finished it and I am thoroughly impressed! Will definitely be adding your videos to my rotation of inspiration!
Those terrain video are really great ! I'd happy to see more, no matter what kind of terrain. Without anything more complicated , just with smart ideas and variety of materials you've achieve something more realistic and full of character compared to many others
@@raecheldoes no thank you! I was struggling to get motivated into the hobby again because I didn't know how flexible terrain building could be, so thanks for the inspiration.
Great video, thanks~ 👍 You've got a wonderfully calm voice for narration, your presentation, lighting and video quality is top tier and you're charming and funny. Keep going, youre good at this! 👌
Okay, i just realized how early I've jumped on this bandwagon & and omfg, I ESPECIALLY can not say enough good things about your channel!! You are lightyears ahead of the competition from when they started. If you just keep doing what youre doing you could be an absolute giant in this field. Your work is phenomenal & you deserve to be told such. Big things are going to come your way. Even if youre just doing what you might think as rehashing other people's videos, you have your own spin on how to accomplish the final product & that makes it it's own thing. Go full steam ahead & I'm positive it will pay off for you.
I legitimately chuckled at this comment, thinking "Oh, I don't have that much to binge-watch yet" haha. This was a lovely turnaround and thank you again for your reassuring and invigorating words! I've got big shoes to fill, but maybe I'll be able to if I become a giant in the field 😂
These videos have it all! Fantastic builds, great editing, wonderful puns, and dog. What more could you ask for? I'm looking forward to more of your videos!
This was super great! I really like RP archive’s system so really nice this integrates with it. Would be cool if you and him did a collab For the magnets, I think it could be a good tip to try to consistently orient them, eg north facing up south facing down. If you hang a stack of magnets on a string it becomes a compass so you can tell which side is north. I also would be interested in how well metal sheets would work. Matt does some of his tiles with tin strips in the top, by taking off a tiny slice of foam and adding tin strips there, before gluing the top back on By using a thin metal sheet (I’m trying .04” thick, 3” wide), you could maybe have flexibility to place the trees anywhere, as well as other magnetic scatter terrain
Haha I mean that's the dream to collaborate with some of the terrain GOATs on youtube! But yes I like your suggestions and tips to give. I'm trying to find the balance with how much magnet-oriented advice I give if Matt has already given it, in which case I refer to his videos/channel, since I would rather support the original creator(s)! Because these particular trees are heavier than model trees, they do need a stronger connection to stay upright securely, but I definitely want to experiment with more flexible systems (like the thin metal sheet) for lighter scatter terrain in the future.
This is really amazing. Your videos contain so much information and creativity, inspiring me to get back out and try terrain again. Thank you so much! PS: I love all the puns. :)
This is one of the most entertaining terrain videos i've ever seen. Great personality and the video itself has great shots, and great editing. Subscriber earned!!
Such a well done approach to RP Archive's magnet ideas! Would love to see some city tiles. I imagine there's a lot of scatter bits that would be interesting to model in that context.
I thought I would just pop in and take a look as I see so many of these newer "how to make terrain" channels, and I am a bit surprised that you were one of them as I actually sat all the way through the video, not just learning, but enjoying the content. I am very impressed with the content, the style, and the obvious skills involved both on the terrain creation, and also on the editing side. I have done my bit by liking, and subscribing and will also be watching more videos as they come out, but I won't be surprised to see you in a year's time or so amongst the bigger RUclipsrs out there. Great content.
Thank you very much for the praise and compliments! I'm happy to hear that the videos are informative and entertaining, despite being newer to the scene. It would be an absolute honour to be amongst the GOATs of terrain-making in the future.
1,093 points for the Game Changer reference.
YES. And thank you for getting in the comments 😂
Best looking forest I've seen. You're fast becoming my favourite terrain channel!
😮 Now _that_ is an honour considering some of greats already on here! Thank you very much!!
You are really crushing these terrain build videos! I've seen all of these techniques before, but this brought them together in a great way. Keep making these!
Thank you!! I'm happy to give attention to popular techniques in a different way. Will do!
Representing just the lower trunk of the tree is the way to go. I think if you are more selective in where you cut your sticks (like at a node or near a y branch) you can depict the root flare of the tree.
No joke even tho you use other channels ideas to implement into your builds (everyone does that don't feel bad) the way you execute it in your craft is god tier ! You're creative, your attention to details is top notch and your puns are witty and refreshing ! I cant wait to see what you'll come up with next ! Oh and one last thing, don't fall in the trap of wanting to pump out videos too frequently, make sure you enjoy what you do and don't stress about frequency. We much prefer few and far between videos if it means this level of quality !
Thank you so so much for your generous feedback!! I find it super encouraging and honestly reassuring about the time frame. I'm still trying to find the balance between regular life and jobs and creating videos, but I'm clear that I won't compromise on video quality!
@@raecheldoes Wonderfull ! I hope you have a nice day !
The one small change I would make to the trees is painting the ends of the cut branches black so they visually disappear in the play space rather than the bright buff circles they are when cut.
Yes! I'm likely going to do that for the trees moving forward
Your channel is amazing
Aaahhhh thank you this means a lot coming from a fellow creator!
I love the magnet idea. Your channel is fantastic.
Thank you, thank you! All props to RP Archive for the magnet system! It is really wonderful.
Thought this video was great, then Sam came around it was fantastic!! XD Amazing job with build! Your tutorial are incredible!
You can also wrap your trees in Elmer's glue and 1-2 ply toilet paper to give it a wood like look.
It's also perfect for making planks of wood for houses, docks, etc.
Just take a sheet of card board, lather it in a thin layer of Elmer's glue, then lay rows of toilet paper over the glued areas. Let dry then cut the sheet of cardboard in strips of whatever width you want your planks to be (make sure cuts go with the grain). Then cut those strips in whatever length you want your planks to be.
I've used this method since 1989 when making planks and still to this day (even though I use 3D prints now) still will only use this method for plans for docks, houses, etc as it is by far the realistic looking plans I've ever seen in terrain builds.
This channel is going to grow alot over time. Your work is A class.
I just rewatched part 1 yesterday and was looking really forward to part 2, it did not disappoint. Your terrain videos are some of the best (love the puns btw)
Aww thank you! I'm really happy to have delivered on the follow up (also phew haha). The puns are definitely here to stay :P
This is a gem of vid, really inspiring me to start! (When I have the money... And the space... And friends to play DnD with.)
Absolutely amazing, im planning on incorporating these techniques for a bushido board
The amount of puns is wonderful. Great video again!
Woohoo thank you! I really reached for some of them this time haha.
The auto-focus did some fucky stuff in the topdown-views but I really like everything else. The presentation, the tiles itself, the puns. I'm here for it!
Great forest. Trees have always been a beef of mine, and simply removing the branches cleans up everything.
If you want the magnets to get a better hold with superglue, you can file the side you are gluing just enough so that it scratches the magnet and gives a better surface area. This works if your magnets are removing themselves when you pull it away from another magnet.
Thanks for the tip!
re: moss - aside from being where moisture accumulates, moss also prefers less light, hence it's on the north side of trees. Apply moss as if there's directional light.
Looking awesome! will use these tips when i try carving some rocks.
The clarity of your creation process is appreciated, particularly your focus on achieving an aesthetic balance. Thanks
*_This is great work. I'd like to see more terrain videos from you._*
Thank you! I certainly hope to provide more.
You really make it look so beautiful!
Thank you so much!
This channel is amazing! The quality of the crafts is top notch, the editing is super tight, the narration super charming. You're really coming out of the gate swinging!
Aaannnd subscribed! What a great video. The puns are *chef's kiss*
Woohoo! 🤌 For your kind words and support!
Just found this channel. This is some really great stuff. Also I appreciate the puns.
The wordplay is highly appreciated
I appreciate your appreciation!
Did she actually use a static balloon to pull up the grass? $1 solution to a $200,- problem. Got a sub immedeately
A Gamechanger plug in a terrain crafting video? With tree puns??? Instant subscription ❤
I'm surprised I haven't seen more channels use RP Archive's terrain system.
I love this channel just for the sheer cleverness. The static-y balloons were a pure d’oh moment.
I just found your channel through recommendations and was so bummed to realize you only have 2 terrain videos so far! You make probably the most beautiful and magnet-ficent terrain tiles I've ever seen.
😂 I hadn't thought of that one haha. If anyone asks me how I would describe my terrain, I will absolutely say it's magnet-ficent. Also, disappointment and waiting is definitely the curse of finding my channel early. 😅
It would be cool to have a burning Forrest terrain video where you actually scorch some sticks
I just found your channel. Looking forward to watching your other videos. Great Job!!
Luv the puns, TYSM!
Glad you like them!
This video idea is so great you earned me as new subscriber!!👍🙌
Brilliant.
You've got a subscriber. I also clicked on the bell. Very impressive work - thanks for the good ideas.
Damn nice looking forest 👌 Instant sub!
😮😮😮 My jaw dropped seeing your comment! I've seen a lot of your work so I'm honoured at the compliments!
Really nice work.
I was waiting for the new vid! I really like your high quality videos and the crafts themselves. Good job!
Woohoo thank you! Glad I did not disappoint haha.
I can't wait for the next video
This was real good. Great tips and entertaining. Subbed.
Great follow up video, great channel
Phew! Glad it stands up haha. Thank you!
You're on a completely different level from the rest of the terrain makers. Not just from a craftsmanship perspective but also the artistry is several levels above
Ahh thank you thank you! I am humbled and excited to received such a generous compliment! 😊
Super good looking stuff
Thank you!
Magnets, kings of modular terrain!!
And this is awesome!! Not only the terrain, who it is awesome, but also the editing and the rythm of the video. Is great! Keep doing!
Thank you for the feedback and support--it helps keep me going! And yesss I'm definitely enjoying using the magnets for terrain building.
These videos are AWESOME love the way you do the forest terrain. Keep up the good work, can’t wait to see what else you have planned. No rush, just have fun with it.
Haha honestly exactly what I needed to hear
and now I want to take a tree top and magnet and make removable tree tops and modular tree trunks..... Another excellent video, thank you! I made my attempt recreantly, but tried tile grout instead of proper soil....and that was not really worth it to make mud - better as a dry top effect! But I am getting better at the Proxxon getting consistent sizes! I bought several 2x2x1" "project panel" foam boards that were not full a 1" thick, so my half-inch thick tiles have a lotta cutoffs, but I'll certainly find a way to use those!
I recently got into 3d printing, and discovered several folks who have files on sites like Printables that are specifically to help with magnet orientation and storage, which I always wind up mixing up, but the idea of cutting out a hole and forcing the magnet to flip is brilliant - absolutely will make use of that!
Yeah not gonna lie, that's in the back of my brain somewhere too. RP Archive has a tutorial on how he made magnetic tree tops if you're interested. Thank you for the compliments! I do want to experiment with "toppings" like grout for dirt/sand effects. Will probably come down the line at some point. I'm happy you're trying the modular tiles again and sounds like you're having some success! It's wonderful the community's support in making magnet-placement jigs, and I think Matt himself has made a few. Happy to propel his ideas, including the magnet-flipping one!
Good LORD this was amazing - every few moments a new revelation...and that was just the puns! So glad you branched out into this space. The build was awesome! More please!
Incredible i couldnt beleaf my eyez
👀👌
Engagement! But also, love your presentation and the terrain.
Thank you!
Excellent work! The rockwork on the angle.....I'ma steeeeling that!
Haha yes thank you! In hindsight I would've wanted just a biiit more jaggedness on the flat part for minis to stand more securely, but it does the job!
This whole video was a spiritual experience!
Then I hope I have helped awaken others to my terrain-building ways 😂
So cool
you had me at terrain puns. ;)
I'm from Mexico and just discovered your channel. I ran already to get some branches and start with my own modular forest, this is an awesome idea!
Woohoo! I'm happy to inspire! And so immediately 😂
Again, reeeally high production value video. And puns. And great information as well (the glue-gun tree was new to me). Keep this up to win the internet.
Thank you I'm trying reeeally hard 😂 Happy to share new tips and tricks! Also, winning the internet: no person should have that much power...
@@raecheldoes Power! Unlimited pooower!
I have just found your channel, and truly thank you for continuing the work that RP Archive has done, expanding on it and adding your own flavour. I look forward to what else you might bring to the game.
Thank you! I've found RP Archive's work truly inspiring and I hope to do his system and his work honour.
Very cool forest!!! Subbed instantly!
Thank you!!
re: magnet trees - magnetic paint is cheaper than magnets. Paint the tile with magnetic paint, magnetic trees will stick.
A little tip for carving rocks out of foam. An ice pick if your friend.
Also, crinkling up some aluminum foil and pouring plaster into it gives some really good texture that you can attach to your tiles with Sculptamold it's great stuff.
Yes! I have some other clay-picking tools that I have found immensely helpful! And honestly, I'm a little mess and goop-averse so plaster and sculptamold are slightly intimidating for me to work with, but it's definitely on my list of, "Hey, c'mon now. You gotta try that at some point."
Wow, that's some awesome foam trees. I thought they were 3d printed in the preview.
Thank you! I do enjoy the tedious detailing in crafts so I'm happy to have my work be compared to that of a 3d printer 😂
Phenomenal! Loved it! =)
I just saw your vids today, and I now need to binge all of them! Great Vids Rae'chel! I love the puns!
Awesome video. Love the techniques and props you give to other crafters (RP Archive) that give you inspiration.
Exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!
Those look awesome!!! 😊
Glad you think so!!
@@raecheldoes absolutely! ❤️
First video I've seen of yours, haven't even finished it and I am thoroughly impressed!
Will definitely be adding your videos to my rotation of inspiration!
Those terrain video are really great !
I'd happy to see more, no matter what kind of terrain.
Without anything more complicated , just with smart ideas and variety of materials you've achieve something more realistic and full of character compared to many others
Aww thank you very much--I appreciate your kind feedback! I'm really pleased I'm able to inspire and entertain.
I love this, its so cool and pretty
Thank you 🥹
This was awesome, great job.
Thank you!
@@raecheldoes no thank you! I was struggling to get motivated into the hobby again because I didn't know how flexible terrain building could be, so thanks for the inspiration.
This is so cool
Great video, thanks~ 👍
You've got a wonderfully calm voice for narration, your presentation, lighting and video quality is top tier and you're charming and funny.
Keep going, youre good at this! 👌
Aww thank you so much!
You're a fan of RP archive and Game Changer, you have my sub! Great tutorial! I want to implement it in my crafting.
Okay, i just realized how early I've jumped on this bandwagon & and omfg, I ESPECIALLY can not say enough good things about your channel!! You are lightyears ahead of the competition from when they started.
If you just keep doing what youre doing you could be an absolute giant in this field. Your work is phenomenal & you deserve to be told such. Big things are going to come your way. Even if youre just doing what you might think as rehashing other people's videos, you have your own spin on how to accomplish the final product & that makes it it's own thing. Go full steam ahead & I'm positive it will pay off for you.
I legitimately chuckled at this comment, thinking "Oh, I don't have that much to binge-watch yet" haha. This was a lovely turnaround and thank you again for your reassuring and invigorating words! I've got big shoes to fill, but maybe I'll be able to if I become a giant in the field 😂
Came for the video, stayed for the puns 😂
This is a really great video, Thank you
You're very welcome!
this is really cool!!!
Puntastic content! :D
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LOL.
THANK.
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For trees use scobs or sawdust and acrylic sealent it gives great effect
Ooh yes I've seen a couple of tutorials using those effects. Advice noted.
Absolutely gorgeous!
Great idea! Fantastic results!
Thank you!
You just inspired me to start doing a new Hobby ;o;
These videos have it all! Fantastic builds, great editing, wonderful puns, and dog. What more could you ask for? I'm looking forward to more of your videos!
I come for the terrain tips, but stay for the puns.
Yesss aiming to help and entertain!
This was super great! I really like RP archive’s system so really nice this integrates with it. Would be cool if you and him did a collab
For the magnets, I think it could be a good tip to try to consistently orient them, eg north facing up south facing down. If you hang a stack of magnets on a string it becomes a compass so you can tell which side is north.
I also would be interested in how well metal sheets would work. Matt does some of his tiles with tin strips in the top, by taking off a tiny slice of foam and adding tin strips there, before gluing the top back on
By using a thin metal sheet (I’m trying .04” thick, 3” wide), you could maybe have flexibility to place the trees anywhere, as well as other magnetic scatter terrain
Oh I also wanted to add the fallen tree is especially great
Haha I mean that's the dream to collaborate with some of the terrain GOATs on youtube! But yes I like your suggestions and tips to give. I'm trying to find the balance with how much magnet-oriented advice I give if Matt has already given it, in which case I refer to his videos/channel, since I would rather support the original creator(s)!
Because these particular trees are heavier than model trees, they do need a stronger connection to stay upright securely, but I definitely want to experiment with more flexible systems (like the thin metal sheet) for lighter scatter terrain in the future.
Thank you! 😊
Your terrain videos are great! Keep them up
This is really amazing. Your videos contain so much information and creativity, inspiring me to get back out and try terrain again. Thank you so much! PS: I love all the puns. :)
Thank you!! I'm so happy to inspire more creativity and entertainment in one package haha.
This is one of the most entertaining terrain videos i've ever seen. Great personality and the video itself has great shots, and great editing. Subscriber earned!!
Such a well done approach to RP Archive's magnet ideas! Would love to see some city tiles. I imagine there's a lot of scatter bits that would be interesting to model in that context.
Thank you for the compliments! I shall add city tiles to the suggestion list!
I thought I would just pop in and take a look as I see so many of these newer "how to make terrain" channels, and I am a bit surprised that you were one of them as I actually sat all the way through the video, not just learning, but enjoying the content. I am very impressed with the content, the style, and the obvious skills involved both on the terrain creation, and also on the editing side. I have done my bit by liking, and subscribing and will also be watching more videos as they come out, but I won't be surprised to see you in a year's time or so amongst the bigger RUclipsrs out there. Great content.
Thank you very much for the praise and compliments! I'm happy to hear that the videos are informative and entertaining, despite being newer to the scene. It would be an absolute honour to be amongst the GOATs of terrain-making in the future.
You are amazing! Love these, obsessed with your aesthetic and techniques. Please keep the videos coming!
Thank you!! I'm happy to say I also obsess over my techniques 😂 More videos on the way!
This is a really well put together tutorial. I'll definitely be referencing these techniques.
Thank you! I hope they serve you well.
Incrediblwow!
Loved the video. Subbed based on game changer reference
I hope you make more tabletop terrain videos soon. I’d like to see what you would build for fundamental medieval fantasy structures.
”Terrain of thought” I died lol
Awesome video!
A very punishing video. I approve:)