Custom Wood DM Screen for Epic Game Masters

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After a very long hiatus from this hobby, I felt the need to mark my return by crafting a new DM Screen for myself. I had the bright idea to document the entire process and, because I have basically no experience with filming, editing, voiceover and most other aspects that this entire endeavor required, I was excited to learn. This is the result of two months of work.
Documenting the process and this moment in time will surely prove valuable in my journey going forward and I hope it is entertaining to watch.
See you when another wild idea hits me.
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A special thank you to Rayola Bijoux for the patience, interest and involvement with this project.
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www.breslo.ro/rayolabijoux13
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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
1:16 - Version 1
2:02 - Version 2
2:31 - Version 3
3:33 - Ideation
5:26 - Concept
11:51 - Laser Engraving
12:10 - Unboxing
13:35 - Preparation
16:55 - Gold Foil
22:59 - Staining
27:22 - Hinges
30:13 - Strips
33:32 - Post-project Review
36:49 - Version 4
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Credits
Video Scenes Used (In order of appearance)
The Elder Scrolls VI - Official Announcement Teaser
Dragonflight Announce Cinematic Trailer - World of Warcraft
The Hobbit- An Unexpected Journey - HD Trailer 2 - Official Warner Bros. UK
Dungeons & Dragons- Honor Among Thieves - Official Trailer (2023 Movie)
Cinematic - Safe Haven - World of Warcraft
Seventh Son (2014)
I Kill Giants Trailer #1 (2018)
X-Men: The Last Stand
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@StewartsRootBeer 7 месяцев назад

Your calculated approach and almost clinical walk-through of this is project is wonderful. I wish more people would make content like this - crunchy and to-the-point, but with simple justifications for everything. Very well presented! This is an inspiration.

@aelorun 6 месяцев назад

Really appreciate it. I'll think of this comment next time I think I'm going overboard.

@Artistic737 6 месяцев назад

In 1976, I built the first Stand-up for my father's D&D sessions. The next year, we marketed it as the Judges Shield, a full year before TSR followed by producing their version, the DM Screen. The first was made from cutting a Beatles White Album, and taping, gluing the charts in place. It was primary used to hide his materials, and maps, NOT his rolls.

@gianenci 9 месяцев назад

This video is awesome! Deserve more likes and comments!

@CabePackard 9 месяцев назад

Beautiful craftsmanship!

@mattc1uk 9 месяцев назад

Really great video and I really like the end result, might do something like this in the future. After the staining you might need to do some more sanding with a real fine grit. And repeat the stain and sand again

@trooper1348 10 месяцев назад

Doooooood! That is gorgeous! Well,done!!

@the11thhour14 9 месяцев назад

I make logos for all my TTRPG games. I developed a whole website on a server with 4 dedicated instances of Foundry VTT customized to support dnd 4e, dnd 5e, Starfinder, pathfinder 1e, and pathfinder 2e (my main game)….I designed massive complex multilevel battlemaps for entire towns, with stairs, roofs, and even balconies (all interactive like a video game)….the amount of time I spend putting my technical career to use for free is a matter of pride for me. I expect my players to have intense games that I GM. I even have co-GMs to help with story, prep, and map making…..incase your wondering why I have 4 instances of foundry VTT…it’s so I can teach and encourage players to GM their own games (already have a few starting theirs up. It’s like a whole community. Thanks for the video :)

@Keimoj 9 месяцев назад

I really liked the v3 with the hinge issues at 3:23 , could've been nice touch to just screw the hinge screws through leather to cover them and possibly make a strap for the screen (will continue to watch now) :D expecting great stuff

@i_am_not_a_pro_but_lets_try 9 месяцев назад

looks fantastic - and I love the idea of using gold leaf. I don't have the skill (or vision/imagination) required to design such a great looking cover for my own screen - but I admire the fact that you not only had the skill, but the vision. well done, and happy gaming.

@2dividedby3 9 месяцев назад

It looks beautiful the only drawback I saw was the plastic straps I know wyrmwood use acrylic sheets on there screens but I would just use some metal fastenings to hold the plastic strips like the ones buts with rubber strap handles.

@sebbonxxsebbon6824 9 месяцев назад

I vote version 2.

@Meglin1461 9 месяцев назад

You can definitely use a varnish over it once the staining is done. A matte varnish woukd work well, but don't apply it to the gold leaf. You will need to brush the varnish on to avoid it. I would also suggest using magnets for the inside. That way you can use them to hold all your paper and notes on the inside, amd depending on the strength of them, they won't budge. Both of these tips you can use on this board without having to make a v5 😊

@aelorun 11 месяцев назад

How common is it for DMs to want to craft their own tools? Is it a way to connect with the activity and get in the zone? A mark of pride? Something else? Share your thoughts and contribute to the hivemind! Edit: Thank you for the 10k views and comments! Follow for more creations aelorun.com

@mholt76 2 месяца назад

A learning experience from my own builds. I built myself several low budget DM screens over the years. Usually with ¼” plywood. I’ve never been happy with the gap created from hinges. This last screen I made, rather than using hinges. I used 2” wide nylon strapping and hot glued that vertically down the entire edge between panels. It’s held up good for over 3 years, and that’s with being bounced around in a DM travel pack.

@themidnightmousedollhouse 11 месяцев назад

You had quite an epic adventure through DM screens but building this one was amazing 😯 Really nice touch with the pop sickle stick to space the panels for the hinges, thank you for the tip! 🤭 I would also like to see a bit more of your assistant, Ollie tell him I have a job available for a desk buddy 🥰

@DrChattan 9 месяцев назад

The way these hinges were placed on it didn’t need that space. That space was actually what caused the problem with the panels folding back on themselves.

@airack1 2 месяца назад

Amazing

@Outland9000 4 месяца назад

Wondering if a wood wax would improve the finish post-staining? I've used wax on a few projects and the finish is a lovely satin smooth feel.

@aelorun 3 месяца назад

I suppose it would matter on the stain and how much it gets into the wood? My immediate worry would be for the panels to be waxy and oily after, if the wax doesn't get absorbed by the wood properly because of the stain. Could be an interesting experiment regardless, thank you for the idea.

@Outland9000 3 месяца назад

@@aelorun I might try it myself on a little test project. Some coasters or something small.

@jeremysweet4901 Месяц назад

Any chance you are selling the laser file for others?

@Kingswaystheonlyway 8 месяцев назад

Is there some way you might feeln inclined to share the design so others could get this laser cut if they wish?

@aelorun 8 месяцев назад

Interesting idea. I'll look into it.

@Kill2Hard101 8 месяцев назад

Don't use the sticky strips. Imbed metal slugs at the top and use magnets

@aelorun 8 месяцев назад

I avoided using magnets because it would've added to each panel's thickness, unless I found a way to carve slots for them. However, I found two-sided sticky tape meant for carpets that worked well in the end!

@Kill2Hard101 8 месяцев назад

@@aelorun yeah I sunk mine in the wood.