A trick to use with the masking tape. After you put the tape on, paint another layer of the base. If it bleeds, and it happens a lot, it bleeds the same color as below. But, that bleed seals the stencil for the real paint you want to lay down.
For anyone interested in the Xabungle kits that featured in the episode - it was created by the incredibly influential Yoshiyuki Tomino What’s funny about it is that in 1979, he created Gundam, a nuanced war drama that completely revolutionized what animated sci-fi could be and changed the industry forever. He then made Ideon in 1980, a mecha show that ends up with eldritch horrors and some of the darkest scenes. So immediately after this, what does he follow up these two dark, heavy, boundary-pushing series with? Xabungle, a cartoony comedy series. Very silly and deeply unserious and not for everyone, but that’s why I love it! As a fan of sci-fi I’ve been put onto so many great shows just by looking up where my model kits come from, be it a niche 70s anime or a forgotten british tv show. That dingy spaceship kit you got for kitbashing scraps? Who knows, it might be from your next favorite show! 😁
If anyone is curious YES I did absolutely ruin my Spotify recommendations by listening to the Xabungle opening theme like 5 times in a row and YES I absolutely regret having done so.
I suggestion I've seen to prevent masking bleed, is to first spray the area with a clear coat, this will block off any potential bleed points for when you apply the paint.
That’s a good work man ! I’m scratchbuilding and I enjoy looking other guy’s stuff! Your Ship is cool, very DUST universe.very good colours and washes!first class ⚡️🏆⚡️
Supposedly you can also use the glue/baking soda combo as a gap filler but I find that it has obvious bubbles that show when you sand it. Some people swear by it though.
Thank you! I've been stumped on modding a hood for a '91 Formula Firebird kit into the stock hood. I watched this video and thought, duh, just scratch build it. It's looking extremely promising.
Lol this project was a cascade of mistakes. I didn’t include the fact that I dropped the whole thing and cracked it in half between the last step and filming the glamor shots. It all worked out in the end though!
@@Sublight_DriveWow! That "D'oh!" moment is so relatable. I would have liked to see how you made a major repair like that on a nearly finished model in that situation. I can never forget a model I had spent days painstakingly painted all the details waiting to apply the final gloss coats only to have paint dripped all over it because I left it in the paint booth when my brother went to paint his model. 😭
That white cloth pattern on the yellow actually looked really cool. It looks great either way, but it might be worth trying to recreate the accident on a future model.
The white is actually the bare plastic underneath. I was surprised, but apparently the clear coat actually melts the dry paint before it hardens. I could try and recreate it, but I'd probably use something I don't need to clean off with rubbing alcohol after lol
That makes sense. I wasn't fully comprehending what happened to make the yellow paint come off, even though i've had the exact same thing happen. haha.@@Sublight_Drive
i love this ship, something about industrial yellow on spaceships resonates with me. It also reminds me of the old PC game HardWar too, its a long time since I played it but the ship design feels really familiar.
Really excellent work! I have had the same problems with my scratch builds. They are finally done only to have a paint issue or in my case, dropping it on the floor. Thanks for sharing this as your builds are always interesting.
I really like how this model turned out! When the two halves were coming together for final assembly, in my head I was going: "Engage Sublight Drive!" 🤓😎👍
Relatedly my gf and I have a project in mind that you’re welcome to run with which is the un-legoing of Lego classic space ships and especially classic space themed MOC’s which seem to capture the vibe better than many of the official designs. Am additional design consideration is we want to make them durable enough to play with. Feel free to run with the idea but remember to ask permission from the AFOL’s before doing one of their designs
Amazing ship sir, my compliments to the creator as well as the builder! I love the blocky shape, with some teweaking on the scale and greeblies I could see this being adapted to huge capital ship or a one-man racer. Oh the possibilities! 🤔 I can't wait to see what you will come up with next time. 👍👍
Nice to see a new ship. Been waiting for a new vid. Personally, I think you're ready to build your own vacuum-former and move into more organic shapes. And Google the blog "RC Sci Fi." I look forward to your next video and I plan on building your J-109 (with my own twist).
I know what you mean. For X-mas, I got a little one that was sold through Joann Fabrics. It's small and I haven't had a chance to use it.@@Sublight_Drive
It’s something I’m interested in, but honestly the barrier to entry on 3D modeling always feels really high, and that’s speaking as someone with a background in using Photoshop.
Oh I probably should’ve mentioned that in the video lol. I use the Affinity suite for all my projects, specifically Affinity Designer for the templates (though I also use Affinity Photo for editing photos). Glad to have you here!
Very nice work SDC. ???- With your templates on Etsy; Are they print once or can I print more if I want to make a few. Also, can the templates be scaled up easily? Lastly, do the builds require specific Greeblies to build, or just the styrene (add Greeb's as desired) Thanks! Bert
Once you have the .pdf on your computer you can do whatever you want with it. Except start selling it to other people for a higher price than I do, but it's not like I can stop you, it's just a dick move. You can build the models with whatever greeblies you like! Or none at all, I suppose. You can scale them up, but I suspect it may cause some issues with some parts fitting if you don't scale up the thickness of your building material to match.
@@Sublight_Drive Thanks for the reply and info! I most definitely would not sell your designs! I've been ripped off by a Chinese manufacturer myself, so I know the pain. For scaling up, I was thinking it be cool to make one out of steel. (I sculptor. Welded steel and other materials). Maybe something 6' longish. Paint, chip, then actually rust it. :) Be cool to put it in my wooded property. Maybe some LED's, etc.
I am curious. Are you aware of the paper modelling hobby? Specifically the process of obtaining the 3d files from games such as Homeworld etc. these files can then be "unwrapped" and generated as 2d coloured and templates using graphics programmes such as pepakura designer. Print the templates, cut fold and glue to build the model. I have seen the paper templates used to build sheet styrene based models which either need to be painted or, if you are really into it, print a second run on decal paper and "dress" the styrene sheet structure with game accuate textures. At one time nearly every ship from Homeworld, Homeworld 2, Freelancer, Wing Commander and loads of others were available as free download templates. There are a lot of others out there such as Jan Rukyr's Aliens Papercraft website, Genet Models etc
I’m aware of the papercraft hobby but I had no idea there was specific software for unwrapping models. That’s so cool! Styrene has a bit more dimension to it that paper, so an unfolded net would probably require some massaging of the shapes, but it would be a better starting point than taking screenshots lol.
I was actually intentionally holding back on the edge work on this one- the original art was so clean, and I wanted to preserve a bit of that (though obviously I had to do SOME weathering)
I like 1mm for structural stuff, since it's a good balance between strength and workability. You could probably get away with other weights, but I use either 1mm or .5mm in all my builds.
I find the 'score & snap' method is trickier in thicker grades, especially cutting out windows etc. As I use the CA & b/soda method too, I think I can get away with thinner stock. Thankyou@@Sublight_Drive
A trick to use with the masking tape. After you put the tape on, paint another layer of the base. If it bleeds, and it happens a lot, it bleeds the same color as below. But, that bleed seals the stencil for the real paint you want to lay down.
I have also used clear to seal the tape from bleeding paint.
How have I never thought of that..? That's so helpful
Have you ever considered doing a 'how-to and what I use' video? Fav tools, paints, air brush station setup, suppliers, etc.
Thanks!
Bert
Always a good day when Sublight uploads!
For anyone interested in the Xabungle kits that featured in the episode - it was created by the incredibly influential Yoshiyuki Tomino
What’s funny about it is that in 1979, he created Gundam, a nuanced war drama that completely revolutionized what animated sci-fi could be and changed the industry forever. He then made Ideon in 1980, a mecha show that ends up with eldritch horrors and some of the darkest scenes.
So immediately after this, what does he follow up these two dark, heavy, boundary-pushing series with? Xabungle, a cartoony comedy series. Very silly and deeply unserious and not for everyone, but that’s why I love it!
As a fan of sci-fi I’ve been put onto so many great shows just by looking up where my model kits come from, be it a niche 70s anime or a forgotten british tv show. That dingy spaceship kit you got for kitbashing scraps? Who knows, it might be from your next favorite show! 😁
If anyone is curious YES I did absolutely ruin my Spotify recommendations by listening to the Xabungle opening theme like 5 times in a row and YES I absolutely regret having done so.
I suggestion I've seen to prevent masking bleed, is to first spray the area with a clear coat, this will block off any potential bleed points for when you apply the paint.
Knocked it out of the park yet again, always a treat to follow your build process
That’s a good work man ! I’m scratchbuilding and I enjoy looking other guy’s stuff!
Your Ship is cool, very DUST universe.very good colours and washes!first class ⚡️🏆⚡️
Heck! Daniel here and I am so honored and happy to see this. Thank you!
Woohoo! Thanks a bunch dude.
nice riddley scott feel with the music. nice fit to the ship
Fun fact: if this ship was real it would be way too small to fit any astronauts and the plastic would not survive the stresses of space travel.
This is a common misconception, as some astronauts are actually very very small.
What is this? A spaceship for ants?
It looks like a garden leaf blower.
This ship has to be at least... three times bigger than this!@@Vredtarm
@@Sublight_Drive Exactly! If I can cover the moon with my thumb, astronauts have to be really small.
Superglue and baking soda gives structural integrity. Thanks, I'll use that trick in future.
BTW, its not a disaster - its happy little accident 😊
Supposedly you can also use the glue/baking soda combo as a gap filler but I find that it has obvious bubbles that show when you sand it. Some people swear by it though.
Always a pleasure to watch your builds.
Thank you! I've been stumped on modding a hood for a '91 Formula Firebird kit into the stock hood. I watched this video and thought, duh, just scratch build it. It's looking extremely promising.
Nice! Glad I could provide some inspiration.
I love your builds and look forward to seeing your videos!!!! Such an incredible ship!!! ❤😊❤
Love these scratch builds and kitbashes! Would love to see your take on something ground-based like an apc or a mech sometime.
I’ll definitely have to make a mech one of these days. I think something big and spidery could be fun.
Damn bro... the level of editing, production, general idea is just fascinating. Love your content!
Very cool. Thanks for calling out your mistakes, too! It's great to see how you handle a setback.
Lol this project was a cascade of mistakes. I didn’t include the fact that I dropped the whole thing and cracked it in half between the last step and filming the glamor shots. It all worked out in the end though!
@@Sublight_DriveWow! That "D'oh!" moment is so relatable. I would have liked to see how you made a major repair like that on a nearly finished model in that situation.
I can never forget a model I had spent days painstakingly painted all the details waiting to apply the final gloss coats only to have paint dripped all over it because I left it in the paint booth when my brother went to paint his model. 😭
That white cloth pattern on the yellow actually looked really cool. It looks great either way, but it might be worth trying to recreate the accident on a future model.
The white is actually the bare plastic underneath. I was surprised, but apparently the clear coat actually melts the dry paint before it hardens. I could try and recreate it, but I'd probably use something I don't need to clean off with rubbing alcohol after lol
That makes sense. I wasn't fully comprehending what happened to make the yellow paint come off, even though i've had the exact same thing happen. haha.@@Sublight_Drive
Love these builds. Ive heard that spraying the base colour first before applying the new colour can help prevent bleeds.
I’ll have to try that out next time. I’ve also had luck with sponging on color over a mask, though that’s more for a rougher, faded look.
Or spray a clear varnish before adding the new colour@@Sublight_Drive
Just found your channel. Awesome work! I haven't kit bashed in a while but I think I might bust out the old parts bin soon.
i love this ship, something about industrial yellow on spaceships resonates with me. It also reminds me of the old PC game HardWar too, its a long time since I played it but the ship design feels really familiar.
Early 3D video games are definitely my jam when it comes to making models. No curves, all flat planes lol
Totally rocked this one. Good vid, keep up the good work.
Really cool build, im surprised you go so small with the plasticard details before moving onto greeblies
Great work on the ship!
Very cool video, first time seeing your work and looking forward to seeing more of your work! I did hit the subscribe button.
So awesome. Like art.
I really like this kind of episode.
Taking concept art and making it a 3D model is so quintessential to this kind of building.
:D
I’ve definitely found that these are consistently my most popular videos. Which is good because I really like making them!
Really excellent work! I have had the same problems with my scratch builds. They are finally done only to have a paint issue or in my case, dropping it on the floor. Thanks for sharing this as your builds are always interesting.
I love this and all of your projects! I can't wait for the next video. Thank you for sharing this with us!
I really like how this model turned out!
When the two halves were coming together for final assembly, in my head I was going:
"Engage Sublight Drive!"
🤓😎👍
I whisper to this myself during every step of the process
@@Sublight_Drive 🤣🤣🤣Rightfully so! Can't wait to see your next project. Take it easy!
Stellar work!
Very cool build!
Relatedly my gf and I have a project in mind that you’re welcome to run with which is the un-legoing of Lego classic space ships and especially classic space themed MOC’s which seem to capture the vibe better than many of the official designs.
Am additional design consideration is we want to make them durable enough to play with.
Feel free to run with the idea but remember to ask permission from the AFOL’s before doing one of their designs
Amazing ship sir, my compliments to the creator as well as the builder! I love the blocky shape, with some teweaking on the scale and greeblies I could see this being adapted to huge capital ship or a one-man racer. Oh the possibilities! 🤔
I can't wait to see what you will come up with next time. 👍👍
Xabungle parts continue to deliver
疾風のように ザブングル ザブングル
Amazing
Impresionante. Gran trabajo!
Nice to see a new ship. Been waiting for a new vid. Personally, I think you're ready to build your own vacuum-former and move into more organic shapes. And Google the blog "RC Sci Fi." I look forward to your next video and I plan on building your J-109 (with my own twist).
Lol I would already be using a vacuformer if I had anywhere to put it. One day I hope to have a proper workspace. Hope you have fun with the Atlas!
I know what you mean. For X-mas, I got a little one that was sold through Joann Fabrics. It's small and I haven't had a chance to use it.@@Sublight_Drive
For the Atlas, I might make my first model video. This channel's got me inspired. :D
@@Sublight_Drive
Cool
you'd be great at UVW mapping 3d models :)
It’s something I’m interested in, but honestly the barrier to entry on 3D modeling always feels really high, and that’s speaking as someone with a background in using Photoshop.
New to your channel. Thanks for sharing your talent! What software were you using at the beginning of your video?
Oh I probably should’ve mentioned that in the video lol. I use the Affinity suite for all my projects, specifically Affinity Designer for the templates (though I also use Affinity Photo for editing photos). Glad to have you here!
The mishap with it falling on to your shirt was a happy accident
Very nice work SDC.
???- With your templates on Etsy; Are they print once or can I print more if I want to make a few. Also, can the templates be scaled up easily?
Lastly, do the builds require specific Greeblies to build, or just the styrene (add Greeb's as desired)
Thanks!
Bert
Once you have the .pdf on your computer you can do whatever you want with it. Except start selling it to other people for a higher price than I do, but it's not like I can stop you, it's just a dick move.
You can build the models with whatever greeblies you like! Or none at all, I suppose. You can scale them up, but I suspect it may cause some issues with some parts fitting if you don't scale up the thickness of your building material to match.
@@Sublight_Drive Thanks for the reply and info! I most definitely would not sell your designs! I've been ripped off by a Chinese manufacturer myself, so I know the pain.
For scaling up, I was thinking it be cool to make one out of steel. (I sculptor. Welded steel and other materials). Maybe something 6' longish. Paint, chip, then actually rust it. :) Be cool to put it in my wooded property. Maybe some LED's, etc.
Is it possible to get the template used for this ship?
I am curious. Are you aware of the paper modelling hobby? Specifically the process of obtaining the 3d files from games such as Homeworld etc. these files can then be "unwrapped" and generated as 2d coloured and templates using graphics programmes such as pepakura designer. Print the templates, cut fold and glue to build the model.
I have seen the paper templates used to build sheet styrene based models which either need to be painted or, if you are really into it, print a second run on decal paper and "dress" the styrene sheet structure with game accuate textures.
At one time nearly every ship from Homeworld, Homeworld 2, Freelancer, Wing Commander and loads of others were available as free download templates.
There are a lot of others out there such as Jan Rukyr's Aliens Papercraft website, Genet Models etc
I’m aware of the papercraft hobby but I had no idea there was specific software for unwrapping models. That’s so cool!
Styrene has a bit more dimension to it that paper, so an unfolded net would probably require some massaging of the shapes, but it would be a better starting point than taking screenshots lol.
Fancy beer can paint dish.... I invented this. 😊
could use a bit more edgework and weathering imo, solid build regardless
I was actually intentionally holding back on the edge work on this one- the original art was so clean, and I wanted to preserve a bit of that (though obviously I had to do SOME weathering)
Xabungle kits for 15 bucks? Mate.....where do you shop? UK prices are 5 times as much.
Turned out very cool. Do you desplay all the models when completed?
I have a display cabinet that I play Tetris with every time I finish a project. I haven’t figured out where this one is gonna go, yet.
@Sublight_Drive Cool would like to see a picture of that. Maybe as part of your next video. Thanks!
what thickness of styrene sheet do you use for the initial build?
I like 1mm for structural stuff, since it's a good balance between strength and workability. You could probably get away with other weights, but I use either 1mm or .5mm in all my builds.
I find the 'score & snap' method is trickier in thicker grades, especially cutting out windows etc. As I use the CA & b/soda method too, I think I can get away with thinner stock. Thankyou@@Sublight_Drive
Berapa ketebalan PVCnya?
Styrene, not PVC. 1mm and 0.5mm
@@Sublight_Drive thanks my friend 🙂
More like scratch build than kitbash
Rust in space?
I mean, it’s not in space ALL the time