Useful Engine 11 19, he/him, Christian✝, American, custom maker, reviewer, voice actor part of CSC creator of future series and outof context account
@UsefulOut
"Original Stories"
Hello everyone I started writing Original Stories this year. Being inspired by people like The Buried Truck or Richard Jordan. I've written 10 Original Stories and here is the folder for you to adapt.
I just wanted to make this thread just to say how much I love when people make trainz models of Classic series, hit model era, or the RWS interpretations of characters of how they could appeared in CGI. Not to mention their lovely to look at as a whole. 1/5
I've been seeing a lot of people about the 80th anniversary logo, which is fine and all, but I feel like we should be addressing the real elephant in the room. Are we going to get a sequel to The Gravy Train?
Whether if they look actually accurate too their model series counterpart or are completely Au design they absolutely look great. Which is why I think it's only right to give a shout out to
@mainland_studio
and
@epiclafiteau
for making most of the models seen here. 2/5
So guys there's something else I've always wondered how come the blue Narrow Gauge coaches we're barely seen in the newer model series I mean they got a few cameos such with Mighty Mac and a few other engines like rheneas I guess it kind of gives you that Nostalgia feeling
Seeing these models also make me think about the characters that were actually supposed to return to CGI but never did. If you ask me it's sort of like stepping into an alternate universe seeing what these characters could be like if they were in CGI. Mostly looks wise. 3/5
Hey everyone we're back with
#fanprojectFridays
again and for this week I recently been relistening to
@theburiedtruck
own Railway Series Book enough about railway engines. The stories are nice classic and a nice continuation of the Railway Series if I do say so myself.
If you haven't yet make sure to check out Carson's newest story. Even though it's an adaptation from TheKipperRunsAgain and while it also feels like Thomas and the lighthouse done right. I have to say I absolutely love all the eye candy of the characters.
So everyone if you haven't already go check out the first episode of season 3 of turtles ertls by
@turtlesanthomas
it's a pretty heartwarming story when you look at it and these pictures have to be my favorite shots of the episode
The same thing goes for characters that were only mentioned in the magazine stories or if their trucks or road vehicles. Just seen the variety here is very awesome. Other than that that's all I have to say again these models are fabulous. 4/5
Here we have the first custom of 2022. Here is Tim the tram engine from the mid Sodor Railway. As you can tell this model was heavily inspired by
@EEngine93
version of Tim however I made mine look a bit different. I'm very proud of how he turned out.
Happy early Easter everyone from
#TheMagicTeam
! Even after befriending Edward and James, Splatter and Dodge still weren't trusted by Thomas. So they try to find middle ground with him when they have to do an important delivery. Find out in 'Middle Engine'
Hey everyone
#TheMagicTeam
is back with another story No Sleep For Pinchy. The story was written by
@ComradeSpinel90
and
@shunting_yard
. And the photos were also beautifully edited. We hope you all enjoy.
Here I finally got a custom that I've been wanting to make for a while now. Ladies and gentlemen Stepney the Bluebell engine! A bit of trial and error but I'm happy with how this one came out.
I have just seen these 2 edits by
@RailsRed
and
@stationmaster05
. I think they are both hilarious.
MORE OF THIS PLEASE!
REPLY WITH EDITS!
ORIGINAL PICTURE IS INCLUDED!
Show me what you got👀
So guys I was re-watching Dukes croaks and I realized brunette Stone is on the platform I don't know if anyone else has noticed this it looks like
@turtlesanthomas
is laying out the clues for us
I find Richard's relationship with diesels interesting. Apparently he's friends with D261 and used to work with Dennis back in the day. Quite the interactions if I do say so myself.
Now I know I've showed off this custom before but here is Richard with a face so he's finally done. And of course that face comes from the 60th anniversary Henry. Believe it or not it's a tiny bit big for the smoke box but it will do until I can find a way to shrink it.
Okay guys since you wanted me to give Diesel 10 up well-functioning claw here you go of course it's not done because I still need to paint the arm and stuff but it's a work-in-progress and I love it what do you guys think
I realized a few days ago when
@TheUnluckyTug
his island of Sodor map video. The name valesbridge clicked and then I realized I heard it in
@turtlesanthomas
Halloween video. In this video Freddie finds an abandoned town. I wonder what Mysteries could be there.
So guys recently I've been feeling a bit bored and I've been recently listening to The Narrow Gauge song so I decided to put some
@EEngine93
clips to this hope you guys enjoy especially you Matt
I realize there's a running gag that goes on in my past few collection videos I've made and it's Stephen not having it tender well I do think it's a nice gag I really need to get to work on making him a tender you know what that will be my next custom project.
Recently I went to a flea market and I bought some Wooden Railway a take-n-play Thomas. But as you can see by the photos it's mostly Tomy stuff and it was just too good to pass up because you don't see quality toys like these anymore. They're all for collectors items.
So guys with
#fanprojectFridays
I think it'd be appropriate to shed light on
#TurtlesErtls
and here is my favorite episode from each season yeah there's only one episode of Season 4 but who knows maybe when more episodes come along maybe my mind will be changed
@turtlesanthomas
So I want to get started working on my custom of FR Albert sometime soon. However I'm sort of conflicted on whether if I should give him a white running board or a black running board. I'll let you guys decide that in the poll down below. 1/2
So everyone in light of
@CarsonMarenka
's newest video I just had to do the intro of coaches and quarrels and I say this turned out beautifully I would have done a little bit more but I think it would have felt impossible maybe maybe not but bottom line is I hope you guys enjoy
It hasn't even been a full day yet and someone has already made a "UK dub" of the good old days AKA
#projecttigermoth
. Not going to lie it actually sounds pretty good even though I prefer the US dub and not to mention Rob's a real one. Check it out.
Hawin has been on my mind as of recently so I decided to update my model of him. I redid all of his lining, repainted the smoke box, extended the cab roof, and changed his face from a 2003 modified Thomas face to a 2017 Henry face which looks a little bit more accurate.
I've been on a roll of Customs as of recent and here's another one that took pretty much a month to make. Dudley the vagrant engine created by
@theburiedtruck
. I am very proud of how he turned out but now the tricky part is finding a face. But for now I'll keep him the way he is.
Well guys I'm very happy that you all loved just loved my diesel 10 modification I mean the last view photos I posted in the working progress got so many likes but how would you guys like the fact that I painted his mechanical arm but should I paint Pinchy the same color
@thebogieboy
Guilty as charged. Heck who am I kidding I've recently been working on my own model of Richard. Now even though Carson has messed up in a few areas I still love his content and even more I still love Richard as him Mike and everyone else did a great job bringing this guy to life.
So guys here are some customs that were sent to me by
@trackside06
he may do Tomy Trackmaster custom but he does some awesome Wooden Railway Customs they feel like genuine Wooden Railway
So guys recently earlier today I weathered my Arry and Bert models and I think they look pretty good but in all honesty I want to see what you guys think but for now I think they look great
So every the newest story from
#turtlesErtles
was amazing with the Proteus story line tying into a second chance and the magic lamp. And the ending bit of Diesel 10 I was not expecting that.
@turtlesanthomas
and
@EEngine93
blew it out of the park with this episode
So now my thoughts on the newest episode
#turtlesertls
I really enjoyed it.
@VidsPaul
who voiced Oswald did excellent for a grumpy old Works truck. The ending but it took me by surprise another great story written by
@EEngine93
and another awesome episode from
@turtlesanthomas
I think I'm going though a crisis. So I hate the logging logos right right! But for some reason every time I see them in fan content I start to like them for some reason. I think I need help someone send it quickly
Here's another custom the murdering diesel after getting this 08 shunter from
@ModelsThomas
I decided to turn it into the murder and Diesel big inspiration from
@itstrainboy
and a lot of reference photos from
@jordon08572022
he's not really a class 08 it suits him pretty well.
One of the things I enjoy about
@ilovetrains323
stories is when we get to see the history of the Railways, or a certain character. When it comes to storytelling I feel like flashback stories are the most fun to tell. And for a series that is CGI oriented it's so fun to watch.
Even though he needs a face here's my newest custom Richard! I am very happy of how he turned out! I want to give a shout out to
@OldIron02
for giving me the suggestion to use the 3D printed Smoke Box from
@MaxArtemas
I highly recommend checking out his shaveway store!
Well guys just recently finished watching the second episode of turtles ertls season 2 also it is interesting that Eric is voiced by
@ericpierre53
also I really do like the name Oswald for the maintenance truck another great episode
@turtlesanthomas
same with the first episode
Here's another new custom. My LBSC Brown thomas. Even though he was never actually painted in this livery there is a way I can actually make it work in my head Cannon. Also I haven't given him a number as I don't know which one I want to give him. Other than that he's done.
I've been on another Mid Sodor kick so for today's
#fanprojectFridays
we're going to be taking a look at some two parters. Vulgar little engine by
@_buggleskelly_
and
@TheJamTram07
about Stanley. And Sodor the modern years by
@WildNorWester
with the rise and fall of Andreas.
Now here we have D261. This was a character I was having trouble modifying as I wasn't totally sure what I wanted to do with him however I took inspiration from
@FlyingScotFilms
while modifying him. And I will say with this new buffer beam it really makes him pop.
Recently after a while of procrastination I finally updated my customs of 98462 and 87546 to look more professional. From updated lining to full-on repaints. Alfred/98462 looks a lot better and so does Croven/87546 especially with his cab detail now he looks more like a B-17.
I find it interesting seeing wonderful creators that can just make awesome scratch built models I know I make good customers but this is way better than what I could probably do by about 20% these wonderful people
@TR20003
@Master0fLemons
@domeless_engine
beautiful work to 3
So guys the recent episode of
#TurtlesErtls
was awesome number one Bertram being a tank engine joke made me smile 😁. And then the shots they look so beautiful especially the last one awesome job
@turtlesanthomas
Hey everyone I'm back with my newest custom FR Albert. I had a little bit of trouble with him but I pulled through in the end. Now all I have to do is update my FR Edward lol. Also happy Easter everyone and God bless you all!
Recently I've been updating a few characters. Although I find it quite interesting how most of them are green LOL and then there's Bertram both versions of Bertram.
So guys just got done watching the newest episode
@turtlesanthomas
#turtles
ertls and I loved it
@EEngine93
wrote an amazing episode and these have to be my favorite shots the part with
@Oliver267Studio
was so funny signed my Harald more like sign my Murdoch
So guys here is my custom Stafford that I've been working on and it's now officially finished and he looks a lot more accurate in my opinion and of course I took inspiration from
@EEngine93
custom Stafford that he has I hope you like it.
Over the weekend I finally got around to doing something I should have done a long time ago. I updated my Donald and Douglas models. I redid their front and back buffer beams their windows and tail lamps. And they look a lot better now so glad I finally got around to doing this!
Here is my newest Customs I've been working on for over a month. Here is Larry the hydraulic diesel shunter from Sudrian stories created by
@epiclafiteau
. He's not totally done but other than that he's a good 95% done one of my favorite oc's from the fandom.
Here's my newest custom the little blue engine in the story the monster under the shed.
@JakeDSnake45
inspired me to make a custom of this engine however I also made it in a day to get myself pumped for
@bluesnowplow
the chilling cut tonight. I'm very happy with this model.
Recently I've just been thinking about random engines that we just don't have much background on. Characters so obscure that you think Awdrey didn't care about some of them, or just from other source materials PHR, magazine stories, random books Etc. Definitely lots of examples.