The scene opens with a dark, textured background resembling tree bark or ancient wood, featuring deep brown and dark green hues with subtle variations in light and shadow, giving it an organic, forest-like feel. Centered on the screen are two lines of white, stylized text. The top line reads 'EPIC' in a large, jagged, bold font, followed by 'ENCOUNTERS' directly below it in a similar but slightly smaller font. Beneath this main title, a smaller 'X' symbol appears, followed by the name 'JASON CHARLES MILLER' in a more standard, sans-serif, uppercase font. The lighting is low-key, enhancing the rugged texture of the background. No camera motion is present; the image is static.
0:02miniature reveal zoom The scene begins with a highly blurred, out-of-focus shot of a miniature tree-like creature, primarily light brown and green in color, against a completely dark background. The lighting is directional, coming from the upper left, casting dramatic shadows. As the video progresses, the miniature slowly comes into sharp focus, revealing intricate details: its body is composed of gnarled wood-like textures, with small green leaves and protrusions mimicking branches and antlers. It stands upright, holding what appears to be a staff or weapon made of natural elements. The base of the miniature is dark, with small patches of green grass. The background remains dark, making the creature stand out. The camera is static, focusing on the slow rack focus effect.
0:05two miniatures panning The scene features two distinct miniature tree-like creatures, positioned on a textured, grey-brown surface that resembles rocky terrain or dirt, with sparse patches of green grass. The camera pans slowly from left to right. On the left, a smaller, squat creature is visible, its body a hollow, bark-like shell. On the right, partially out of focus initially, is the taller, staff-wielding creature from the previous scene. The background is a blurred, warm-toned environment with hints of dark brown and yellow, suggesting a forest or cave opening with distant light. Lighting is soft but directional, highlighting the textures of the miniatures. The panning motion reveals more of the scene, creating a sense of environment for the figures.
0:08monstrous head close up The scene focuses on an extreme close-up of a monstrous tree-like creature's head. It is initially out of focus, then sharply resolves, revealing incredibly detailed textures of gnarled wood, bark, and root-like structures in shades of golden brown, dark brown, and hints of green. The head features prominent, sharp horns or antlers curving upwards and outwards, with smaller, sharper protrusions around its face. Small, piercing white eyes are visible amidst the tangled wood. The background is completely dark and blurred, making the creature's menacing features the sole focal point. The lighting is harsh and dramatic, creating strong highlights and deep shadows that emphasize its intricate, organic forms. The camera is static, focusing on the rack focus.
0:10squat creature medium shot A medium shot of the squat, hollow-bodied tree creature miniature is presented against a softly blurred, warm-toned background, suggesting a natural environment. The creature is centered in the frame, allowing its details to be clearly visible. Its body is composed of light brown, off-white, and dark brown wood textures, with a dark, hollow interior. Small, sharp claws are visible on its forelimbs. Patches of vibrant green grass adorn its dark circular base. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the texture and form of the miniature. The camera is static.
0:11monstrous head zoom out The scene begins with an extreme close-up of the monstrous tree-like creature's head, which fills most of the frame. The head features prominent, sharp, green-tipped horns or antlers and is composed of highly detailed, gnarled wood and bark textures in golden brown and dark green hues. Small, piercing white eyes are visible. Slowly, the camera zooms out slightly, revealing more of the creature's upper body and shoulders, which are similarly textured and adorned with more green foliage. The background remains dark and out of focus, ensuring the creature's menacing details are the focus. Lighting remains dramatic, emphasizing contours and textures.
The screen displays a dark, textured background identical to the intro, resembling tree bark or ancient wood with deep brown and dark green hues. Centered on this background, three lines of bold, white, block-style text are presented. The text reads: 'DEEP IN THE HEART OF THE CORRUPTED FOREST'. The font is sturdy and slightly rustic, complementing the organic background. The lighting is dim, emphasizing the texture of the bark and creating a somber mood. There is no camera movement, and the text is static.
0:16squat creature outdoor wide A medium shot focuses on the squat, hollow-bodied tree creature miniature. Unlike previous dark backgrounds, this scene places the creature in a brighter, more open, outdoor-like environment. The background is softly blurred but distinguishable as rocky, uneven terrain with hints of distant greenery and possibly larger, blurred rock formations. The creature itself is centrally framed, showcasing its light brown and off-white bark-like body with its dark, hollow interior. Its base is adorned with green grass. The lighting is brighter and more natural, suggesting daylight, with soft shadows. The camera is static.
0:17tall creature outdoor wide A medium shot features the tall, humanoid tree creature miniature against a blurred, outdoor background. The background suggests a rocky, possibly ancient ruin or cave entrance, with muted green and grey tones. The creature stands in the center, its light brown, olive green, and off-white wood-like body, antlered head, and staff-like weapon clearly visible. Small green leaves and mushroom-like details are on its base. The lighting is natural and bright, illuminating the figure evenly and casting soft shadows, providing a clear view of its painted details. The camera remains static.
0:18monstrous head outdoor zoom out The scene revisits the monstrous tree-like creature, starting with an extreme close-up of its head, similar to previous shots but with a hint of an outdoor background. The head, adorned with sharp, green-tipped horns and intricate gnarled wood textures in golden brown and dark green, slowly zooms out. The camera movement reveals more of its massive, broad upper body and shoulders, which are heavily textured with bark and root-like elements. The background is now identifiable as a blurred, dark forest or rocky terrain, with subtle greens and greys visible. The lighting is strong, highlighting the creature's intimidating details.
0:20text card enemies Against the familiar dark, textured background resembling tree bark, three lines of bold, white, block-style text are prominently displayed. The text reads: 'GNARLED ENEMIES AWAIT YOU IN THE GLOOM'. The font has a slightly distressed or fragmented appearance, enhancing the 'gnarled' theme. The lighting is consistently dim, emphasizing the deep brown and dark green hues of the background. The text is static, and there is no camera movement.
0:22squat creature low angle outdoor A low-angle medium shot of the squat, hollow-bodied tree creature miniature. It stands on a light brown, earthy surface with sparse green grass, resembling a forest floor. In the background, large, blurred grey rock formations or ancient ruins are visible under a dark, ambiguous sky, suggesting a cave entrance or shadowed environment. The creature's bark-like body, with its dark, hollow interior and small claws, is clearly in focus. The lighting is soft but direct, creating a slightly dramatic atmosphere and highlighting the creature's form. The camera is static.
0:23tall creature low angle outdoor A low-angle medium shot of the tall, humanoid tree creature miniature. It stands upright on a similar earthy, light brown surface with patches of green grass, mirroring a forest floor. In the blurred background, large grey rock formations or ruins loom, suggesting a foreboding outdoor setting under a dark sky. The creature's light brown, olive green, and off-white wood-like body, antlered head, and staff are clearly defined. Soft, direct lighting from an unseen source adds depth and drama, accentuating its intricate details. The camera is static.
0:24multiple creatures rocky terrain A slightly wide shot features several tree creature miniatures arranged on a rocky, earthy terrain. In the foreground, out of focus, are two smaller tree creatures, one squat and one humanoid. In the mid-ground, in sharper focus, is the squat, hollow-bodied creature. Behind it, large grey rock formations create a structured but dark environment, with hints of moss or greenery. The overall color palette is earthy browns, greys, and muted greens. The lighting is soft but highlights the textures of the miniatures and terrain. The camera is static.
0:26creature pan with light source The camera executes a slow, deliberate pan from left to right, focusing on multiple miniature tree creatures. The scene starts with a close-up on the back of a squat, hollow-bodied creature, showcasing its textured, bark-like shell. As the camera pans, it reveals another tall, humanoid tree creature with antlered features and a staff, standing on a rocky outcrop. In the background, several intense, blurred yellow-green light sources glow, suggesting magical energy or distant, otherworldly light, creating a strong contrast with the dark, earthy foreground. The terrain is detailed with small rocks and grass, and the lighting is dramatic, emphasizing the miniatures against the glowing backdrop.
0:29text card locations The scene features the dark, textured tree bark background. Centered on the screen are multiple lines of bold, white, block-style text. The text reads: 'GLADE OF THE EVIL OAK AND FOREST OF THE DAMNED'. The words appear to fragment and glitch slightly, adding a digital, corrupted effect before stabilizing. Beneath the main text, a small, white 'SFG' logo is visible in the bottom right corner. The lighting remains dim and atmospheric, matching the background. The text is mostly static once formed, with no camera movement.
0:33hand placing miniature The scene shows a close-up of a human hand, with light to medium skin tone, carefully placing a large, monstrous tree creature miniature onto a detailed diorama setting. The diorama features an earthy ground with small green grass patches and grey rocky structures in the blurred background. The miniature is predominantly dark brown and green, with white bark-like textures and large horns. The hand, wearing no accessories, gently positions the figure, emphasizing the scale and detail of the product. The lighting is bright and even, allowing for clear visibility of the miniature and the hand's action.
0:34full diorama reveal zoom The scene presents a detailed, wide shot of a diorama featuring a forest setting with multiple tree-like creature miniatures. The terrain consists of layered grey rocks, earthy patches with green grass, and several miniature evergreen and deciduous trees. In the foreground, several smaller tree creatures (both squat and humanoid) are visible. The central focus is the large, monstrous tree creature, positioned majestically on a rocky ledge in the mid-ground. The background is a dark, atmospheric forest with blurred trees and hints of purple light, creating a mystical and ominous mood. The lighting is dramatic, with highlights on the miniatures and subtle shadows adding depth. The camera slowly zooms out, revealing the full scope and detail of the miniature battlefield.
0:38end card call to action The final scene features the familiar dark, textured tree bark background. Centered on the screen is the stylized 'EPIC ENCOUNTERS' logo in white. Below the logo, two product boxes are displayed, showcasing the packaging for the miniature sets. One box is oriented front-facing, displaying a green and white 'Glade of the Evil Oak' design, while the other is angled, revealing more of its pink and white 'Forest of the Damned' design. Next to the boxes, a large, monstrous tree creature miniature is prominently featured. Below these visuals, the bold white text 'PRE-ORDER NOW' serves as a clear call to action. At the bottom, a website address 'STEAMFORGED.COM/EPICENCOUNTERS' is displayed in smaller white text. The lighting is even and bright on the product images, contrasting with the dark background. The entire scene is static.
