Trying not to destroy $1,000,000 LOTR swords at WETA WORKSHOP

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  • @sebbiebonk7594
    @sebbiebonk7594 Před rokem +249

    Never again will movie's be made with the same amount of love and attention to detail

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +21

      100% spot on.

    • @MarkFilipAnthony
      @MarkFilipAnthony Před rokem +5

      Not true. Every movie is made with the same amount of love and detail.
      However movie making is really hard, and seldom they turn out different from the original intent

    • @tunguskalumberjack9987
      @tunguskalumberjack9987 Před rokem

      Or movies.

    • @johnc6809
      @johnc6809 Před rokem

      I am so envious! Would love to visit one day! Chris is the best. I have to go polish my swords now.

    • @simonrockstream
      @simonrockstream Před rokem +1

      @@MarkFilipAnthony grow a brain dude

  • @natewatts195
    @natewatts195 Před rokem +55

    Just two dudes hangin out and stroking their swords. Wholesome

  • @Zorpazorp
    @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +87

    My latest video with Wētā is now live and this time I’m FORGING A REAL SWORD from LOTR! I’m really proud of it, but it’s so different from my normal videos it’s not getting shown to all the folks who want to see it, so I’m here spamming my own comments to try and reprogram the silly algorithm. It would mean the absolute world to me if you gave it a watch. Thank you so much

  • @93tiny08
    @93tiny08 Před rokem +96

    OG Lachlan: "Hey lets paints some minis and make some stupid big scenery!"
    Lachlan today: "Look at my sexy as fuck floral shirt as I help clean and maintain the ACTUAL swords used in LOTR here at WETA Workshop"

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +15

      I'll have you know it's maple leaves ;)

    • @93tiny08
      @93tiny08 Před rokem +3

      @@Zorpazorp Whatever the vegetation, I am very happy to see the channel come such a long way!

  • @kambulwatts3309
    @kambulwatts3309 Před rokem +78

    As a sword enthusiast myself this is absolutely amazing! Soooo jealous. I am loving the New Zealand content, it's so good! Can't wait to see what comes next.

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +3

      I'm glad KW! It was such a joy to shoot, I cannot wait to get back

  • @DanaHowl
    @DanaHowl Před rokem +46

    What an incredible video!!! It felt like I was watching a brand new chapter of the Lord of the Rings Extended Edition extras that I watched as a kid!!! Incredible work Lachie, this was a real treat!!!!

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +4

      Hahahaha thanks Dana, it was utterly surreal being there, meeting all the folks I've been worshipping for 20 years. Wait till you see some of the next couple of WETA videos

    • @ReubenAotearoa.
      @ReubenAotearoa. Před rokem

      Did you get a chance to visit any of the east coast beaches while you were over here, Lachie? Dana would love to see all that pale sand.

    • @DanaHowl
      @DanaHowl Před rokem +2

      @@Zorpazorp I'm excited!!! Can't wait to see!!!

  • @KnarbMakes
    @KnarbMakes Před rokem +19

    This is the type of content we need more of! I could binge watch you talking to film industry makers and nerding out for hours. Awesome stuff man!

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +1

      Good cause there's alot more on the way haha

  • @kazumajay
    @kazumajay Před rokem +3

    I met Christopher on the tour, he gave us a brief run down on how they make the swords and which actors used it.

  • @corinth492
    @corinth492 Před rokem +4

    They will never make a movie like that again

  • @andrewclancy105
    @andrewclancy105 Před rokem +9

    I loved that moment when you heard "His sword that never made screen time" your brain immediately goes into breaking down that sentence with both curiosity and glee.
    "Lets take that sentence a step back"

  • @BooksForever
    @BooksForever Před rokem +4

    As luck would have it, my engineering career was in full swing when Lord of the Rings was released, and I was in position to buy the limited run of swords produced by Peter Lyon himself. So while they aren’t exactly the actual hero-prop swords, they are the next nearest thing, and as a result I know quite nearly how you feel to stand in front of a wall on which Anduril, Glamdring, Strider’s ranger sword, and Sting are all hanging. No orcs here, baby!

  • @christinastalder4727
    @christinastalder4727 Před rokem +14

    I wanted to thank you for sharing all this with us, the people who are unable to be able to see all this any other way.. so thank you for letting us join you on your new adventure. With that happy holidays to you and your family.

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +3

      Thank you so much Christina, a happy holiday to you and yours too!

  • @chad534
    @chad534 Před rokem +4

    The temptation to duel would've overwhelmed me lol

  • @danielwielki3490
    @danielwielki3490 Před rokem +2

    wielkie,wielkie dzieki za film , jak sie to oglada zachodzi chec powrotu do sredniowiecza👍

  • @umdieecke6266
    @umdieecke6266 Před rokem +6

    Weta's work is so brilliant when compared to pure CGI. I would like to see more real sets being built and actors wearing costumes again.
    Thanks for the video.

  • @omegalaw
    @omegalaw Před rokem +4

    Wow, I wasn't expecting to see something like this. It was equal parts laidback and awesome.

  • @iain-duncan
    @iain-duncan Před rokem

    Really so happy with the insane content this channel has been making lately! Visiting locations physically to paint there, tours of Weta workshop, and of course the most insane terrain and batreps I've seen in a long time. Really great stuff, living the dream!

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +1

      Thank you mate :) :) lots more on the way!

  • @yashabreslove8276
    @yashabreslove8276 Před rokem +4

    I remember having a Sauron action figure with the mace and the sword and wondering why he had that - makes so much sense now, thanks for clearing it up, Chris!

  • @goblincavecrafting
    @goblincavecrafting Před rokem +3

    I got into making because of the extras on the LOTR DVDs and it was my dream to work for Weta when I was younger, never mind that I was on the other side of the world!! I’ve worked as an arms and armour conservator and a mail maker, and Japanese metalworker (inlay and tsuba making), and honestly what Chris does every day is still my dream job. He’s living the absolute dream doing this. Thanks for sharing it!

  • @d-emprahexpects849
    @d-emprahexpects849 Před rokem

    Thank you for this Weta aventure behind the scenes! Loving this kind of videos!!!

  • @Hakazu
    @Hakazu Před rokem +1

    That was so cool! This is something us viewers never really get to see so it was really cool to see the swords up close :)

  • @wark93
    @wark93 Před rokem +1

    Moar! This is fantastic content. The closeups of the swords and helmets are great!

  • @wonderboy2402
    @wonderboy2402 Před rokem +1

    Amazing, wow. What a dream come true. You have real talent in this interview, and the editing was great.

  • @nakenmil
    @nakenmil Před rokem +5

    I still maintain a dream of buying a replica of Theoden's sword some time. These movies have aged so gracefully since so much of the craftmanship was so real.

    • @DavidAbell26
      @DavidAbell26 Před rokem +1

      You can find very nice replicas of his sword along with the main characters swords for very reasonable prices online. I have Anduril and King Theodens sword and they are beautiful around the $200 range

    • @DavidAbell26
      @DavidAbell26 Před rokem

      Museum Replicas I believe is the website I went through, they have a section in the licensed products for all LOTR weaponry and things!

  • @TheBuefurd
    @TheBuefurd Před rokem +1

    Wow, look how far this channel has come. Well done, Lachie! And thanks so much for sharing with the rest of us nerds :)

  • @ritinkornas5336
    @ritinkornas5336 Před rokem +1

    Amazing! Thank you very much for this tour!
    My only sad point is just that we didn't't saw Elrond's or Haldir's swords ;P

  • @Rickydrinkspaint
    @Rickydrinkspaint Před rokem +2

    I'm so jealous and happy for you dude, smashing out awesome content keep up the hard work.

  • @justinp.5941
    @justinp.5941 Před rokem +3

    Oh my gosh I absolutely love this!! If it’s possible can you please do a video with the swords from Narnia??

  • @jaytwokay3265
    @jaytwokay3265 Před rokem +1

    I have no idea how you were able to contain your excitement and stay professional. I know I wouldn't be able to! Fricking awesome!

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +1

      It was a tough balance hahaha

  • @RealTerrainHobbies
    @RealTerrainHobbies Před rokem +2

    Absolutely AMAZING Lachie!!! I'll echo the other comments as to what a treat this was to watch. Really Impressive stuff man and big props to WETA for doing this with you man.

  • @Glorfindel_117
    @Glorfindel_117 Před rokem +1

    I gota say, I have huge respect to whoever decided to put gorgeous flowing floral etchings on Sauron's weapons and armour. Probably Peter Lyon. It's so something you wouldnt expect but it really gives it a regal, royal, sense of power and beauty.

  • @aazron87
    @aazron87 Před rokem

    Seeing you being able to geek out with the Weta guy is truly amazing. I am rather jealous and would absolutely love to visit their workshops one day.

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +1

      It's a magical place dude, truly magical. Hope you're doing well mate

  • @NiceBiscuit297
    @NiceBiscuit297 Před rokem +1

    Brilliant. Keep up the amazing vids my guy

  • @hunsler1006
    @hunsler1006 Před rokem +1

    Absolutely great content man, love these insights at Weta

  • @alex-c7567
    @alex-c7567 Před rokem

    I love how so much thought was put in to the design of every single prop and set element on the LOTR films. Nothing has come close to it in the past 20 years.

  • @felixoohr1928
    @felixoohr1928 Před rokem

    amazing video guys !!!!!! thank you so much for making this!!!

  • @Aelrandir
    @Aelrandir Před rokem

    This would be a literal dream of mine fulfilled. I've got a growing collection of United Cutlery replicas from the films, but the actual hero props themselves would be another world entirely to get to hold and examine. Glamdring is probably my favorite sword ever, so beautiful.

  • @SkionV
    @SkionV Před rokem

    amazing youve been able to tour weta workshop like this in the last few videos; truley any hobbyists biggest dream !

  • @DRRCreations
    @DRRCreations Před rokem

    Such an amazing behind the scenes video and love your energy and enthusiasm! Thank you! 😀🤘

  • @kanenas3
    @kanenas3 Před rokem +3

    Keep living the dream mate and thanks for sharing it with us!
    p.s. Was blown away seeing these magical "spring steel" artifacts! Just finished googling it, never would have guessed 🙂

  • @VirtualFechtschule
    @VirtualFechtschule Před rokem +1

    Yep, these are the blades that ultimately got me into swordfighting. Thanks for this really great video! :D

  • @mariussletten7107
    @mariussletten7107 Před rokem +1

    I love it, at last we get some nice up close shots of Faramirs sword also. Most pictures I have found are of the replicas. But this is the first video I have seen of handling the sword.
    Weta had some pictures on their website in the past that looked really close to this, maybe that was the real deal. Seems like the leather have turned brown over time, instead of the lovely green.

  • @TiagoRamosVideos
    @TiagoRamosVideos Před rokem +2

    Amazing! I wasn't expecting Sauron's "sword" 👌

  • @graefx
    @graefx Před rokem

    I cant remember if I was a sword and black Smith enthusiast before LotR, but I can point to Weta's work as what really hypercharged it. I remember having a computer class and we all signed up for yahoo email to get geocities space to learn HTML. My entire website was Swords with a section devoted to the LotR ones. I always wanted the United Cutlery Sword of the Witch King. Its always stuck with me. And then the mask and gauntlets in Return. Is amazing how incredibly impactful those visuals were on my creative output as a child. I loved the Nazguls lol.

  • @jehadalbwardi8660
    @jehadalbwardi8660 Před rokem

    Amazing 👏 the work and detail that went into the making of the movies is incredible.

  • @RobbieB2606
    @RobbieB2606 Před rokem

    Lol the editing when choosing between boromir and faramir, amazing

  • @Knapweed
    @Knapweed Před rokem

    Wow! What an awesome career that would be; I confess I'm envious. I've polished many a motorcycle crankcase to a mirror finish with Solvol Autosol, it's perfect for the job.

  • @BroadswordWargaming
    @BroadswordWargaming Před rokem

    This is so good man! This. Is. Zorpazorp.

  • @namewastaken360
    @namewastaken360 Před rokem

    Nice to watch someone having a very good day!

  • @lanatsif
    @lanatsif Před rokem

    What a treat man, thank you so much!

  • @Critter145
    @Critter145 Před 5 měsíci

    6:19 "Weird little swoopie bits". Couldnt have said it better myself.

  • @drfishynooooo881
    @drfishynooooo881 Před rokem

    You are living one of my many varied nerd dreams. So awesome

  • @TomWainwright1
    @TomWainwright1 Před rokem

    Ahhh what a lovely guy. Thanks for the video guys! What a joy!

  • @boardgamewoodsman8378

    You're posting so many great videos in succession I can't keep up!

  • @CharcoAus
    @CharcoAus Před rokem

    It's hard to see someone else living your dreams :'( haha great video zorpazorp. Keen to see what else you got up to at Weta!

  • @crowsandbones
    @crowsandbones Před rokem

    That edit to stock footage of Faramir when you chose Boromir’s sword is *chefs kiss*.

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem

      Muahahahaha full credit to Beau he nailed that

  • @kitbashbox
    @kitbashbox Před rokem

    Amazing - what an awesome experience!!

  • @DaHobbles
    @DaHobbles Před rokem

    Love this series 🙌🏻

  • @KujakuDM
    @KujakuDM Před rokem

    I'm glad they took the time to sculp the worg wang in that first seconds of the video.

  • @mkuiwaterman6983
    @mkuiwaterman6983 Před rokem

    does it have a glass case to store and for protection? I was surprised to seeing it on a wall like a picture. EPIC!!!blades!

  • @rklammer
    @rklammer Před rokem +3

    Thats an impressive mace. Shame he didn't have the Sauron Sword to show you!

  • @BattleCamperHome
    @BattleCamperHome Před rokem +1

    Making Zorp from just hobby into nerd-variety-hour is ace. I'm all for it.

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem

      Theoden King stands alone. (there is much meta going on here)

  • @johnward2101
    @johnward2101 Před rokem +1

    Its still sharp, the blade that cut down sauron! You cannot deny the return of the king!

  • @uzakhaas
    @uzakhaas Před rokem

    I have a united cutlery glamdring hanging above my PC setup..most beautiful sword ever. Never gets old appreciating it. Details like these swords are just another reason why Peter Jackson is a legend

  • @madosx9903
    @madosx9903 Před rokem +1

    Omg, that Video is so fucking awesome. The real sword? Epic

  • @purefoldnz3070
    @purefoldnz3070 Před 4 měsíci

    I do recommend taking the Weta Cave tour, I think it was only about $25 and you get to handle some of the props.

  • @shirosurfer8864
    @shirosurfer8864 Před rokem +2

    This swordsmith is a gem

  • @deanbartolo6199
    @deanbartolo6199 Před rokem

    As a fellow Aussie. I'm truly jealous.
    Amazing video my dude \m/

  • @benkylo8015
    @benkylo8015 Před rokem

    12:45 That was a lowkey great line, lmao!

  • @barrysanderson6100
    @barrysanderson6100 Před rokem

    Awesome! Just awesome! Thanks fella

  • @tomvierlinger5124
    @tomvierlinger5124 Před rokem

    I just loved everything about this video! :D
    your smile all the time was so lovely. like a child on christmas eve. dude I would have looked like this every second as well :DD
    this is soo cool! :D

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +1

      Thank you Tom, it was a surreal experience!

  • @xslonk
    @xslonk Před rokem +2

    I do not say this lightly. But I think I honestly would have tears rolling down my face if I held those swords.

  • @NothingToSeeHere32
    @NothingToSeeHere32 Před rokem

    Waiting for the ZorpaZorp extended editions and those two juicy discs worth of appendices! :D

  • @Aranwulfr
    @Aranwulfr Před rokem +1

    My bro chris made it to youtube! nice xD

  • @5iwot5
    @5iwot5 Před rokem

    Unexpectedly awesome youtube recommendation!

  • @foehammer1172
    @foehammer1172 Před rokem

    Zorpbae felt my grip and loved it 🥰

  • @thehunter7422
    @thehunter7422 Před rokem

    15:11 I'm a huge fan of Villains ( especially a massive fanboy for Sauron and the Witch King lol. Probably my favorite villains of all time are in LOTR and the Hobbit. Aka my favourite movies of all time ) I would've been screaming in major hype if I got to hold a model of Saurons mace like that lol it's such a gorgeous weapon. This whole vid was amazing getting to see stuff like this. Even though I doubt it'll happen, but Seeing New Zealand is at the top of my bucket list cause of these movies. My dream vacation is to get to see every major location spot they filmed for the movies , and see Weta workshop etc. That's my all time dream vacation if I ever get to do something like. I envy anyone that was able to do that lol

  • @drvosan3351
    @drvosan3351 Před rokem

    The Rohan swords at 9:03 are just beautiful

  • @Hawaiiangr0wn1993
    @Hawaiiangr0wn1993 Před rokem

    Holy cow. Those swords look amazing. I only dream to own replicas of said swords. seeing these swords makes me want to p/u Battle of Pelennor Fields and Battle Osgiliath. LOL. Anyways, Awesome video!

  • @Behornn
    @Behornn Před rokem

    Came for the terrain making, stayed for the Zorpa'

  • @ranekeisenkralle8265
    @ranekeisenkralle8265 Před rokem +1

    It's beyond clear that someone had a blast right there - and why wouldn't you? Props or not, there is quite a lot of artisan's skill that went into creating these - and it is nice to see them get the appreciation they deserve. Just one question.. what would you reckon Sauron's mace weighed when you held it? Even in aluminium I'd reckon somewhere in the ballpark of 15-20 kilograms?

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +1

      Eaaaaaasy 20kg, it was beasty mate. Glad you enjoyed the video mate :)

    • @ranekeisenkralle8265
      @ranekeisenkralle8265 Před rokem

      @@Zorpazorp Yeah, it does look like a chunky bugger alright. And yes, i did enjoy it.

  • @theOneThatWas
    @theOneThatWas Před rokem

    What is the stuff you were using to polish the swords? If I use it polish my lotr replicas will it leave micro scratches?

  • @margaretwood152
    @margaretwood152 Před rokem +1

    In *_Reveling_* in all the excitement of the Look & Fabrication of these Iconic LOTR Blades/Swords: _it's easy to forget _*_what these Lethal Weapons can indeed do to the Human Body._* *
    (* i.e. take it apart like a Butcher w/ a Bone Saw thjrough butter)

  • @legionnaireminis
    @legionnaireminis Před rokem

    I love seeing people living their best life

  • @kienhwengtai8113
    @kienhwengtai8113 Před 9 měsíci

    Wasn't expecting the swords to bend that much.

  • @slappinpumpkins
    @slappinpumpkins Před rokem

    They have a game coming out (weta) I have high expectations. I look forward to it!

  • @generalph9400
    @generalph9400 Před rokem

    Why is my heart pounding so fast ?

  • @BattleCamperHome
    @BattleCamperHome Před rokem

    1:04. Zorpazorp loves you, Faramir... you will remember it, before the end.

  • @ravennexusmh
    @ravennexusmh Před rokem

    love the, it's "micro crystaline wax" and pulls out a tube of autosol hahaha

  • @vipe650r
    @vipe650r Před rokem

    Christof is exactly what a swordsmith should look like.

  • @robertcoble1445
    @robertcoble1445 Před rokem

    Mate that would of been an amazing experience.. wow

    • @Zorpazorp
      @Zorpazorp  Před rokem +1

      It was mind blowing Robbie, just mental.

  • @larissalk4463
    @larissalk4463 Před rokem

    so unbelievably cool!

  • @CagedSUPERMAN
    @CagedSUPERMAN Před rokem

    Lord of the rings is what got me into swords and I tried blacksmithing one time and it didn’t take. But last year I started making knives and once that takes hold I’ll move on to my first sword

  • @dervakommtvonhinten517
    @dervakommtvonhinten517 Před rokem +1

    each sword there got more detail and thought put into it than the entire RoP season....

  • @jacksondutton4291
    @jacksondutton4291 Před rokem

    When he asked about miniatures you could see the guy thinking about which 40k army he should talk about.

  • @Hughlez
    @Hughlez Před rokem

    Dude living the dream!

  • @jardinestirling1916
    @jardinestirling1916 Před rokem

    Really really cool.

  • @sihilius
    @sihilius Před rokem +1

    5:10 Did Legolas just shoot from the right side of the bow?

  • @thecardbaron6871
    @thecardbaron6871 Před rokem

    So very jealous mate! Fantastic video

  • @anibalconcha6612
    @anibalconcha6612 Před rokem

    AWESOME!