My secret ambition: arrive to a point of worldbuilding of such sophistication that archeology majors can make their dissertation about "Development of Erigonio Orgiastic Cults from the First Etoi Eparchy to the Iskuzai Invasion"
@@HaematinonNigro I'd be delighted to participate in/help develop a class based around 'theoretical archeology' or something like that, basically the development of highly plausible ancient cultures as both a creative exercise and a way to potentially help reinterpret old data in novel ways that we might not otherwise have thought of due to conventional archeological methods of analyzing ancient materials. Also I'm flattered you replied to my comment! I love this era, not to mention this sort of hardcore worldbuilding I can only aspire to!
@@d.ag.b1135 So basically the Archeology version of speculative-evolution? Honestly I love that idea, speculative evolution has already played a major part in paleontology, most famously a spec-evo book predicting the existence of a filter feeding anomilacarid about a year before one was discovered. I think in general it's a great idea to try to mix science and creativity in this way because it lets people engage with science in a creative way without diving into pseudo-science, it can help spread scientific awareness and it can sometimes also provide totally new ways of thinking about things that help scientists.
THIS RULES SO HARD!!!! I've spoken to the creator once, and it's INSANE how detailed and beautiful his art and worldbuilding is!!! He's an absolute inspiration
Fun Fact: Iskuzai was the Assyrian exonym for the Scythians, who were Iranic pastoral nomads from Ukraine to Central Asia, while Hattusa was the capital of the Hittites, another bronze age civilisation in Asia Minor
When i discovered this project like two years ago i was creating a stock standard D&D world and quite unsatisfied with it. Definitely reignited my imagination and majorly influenced my world and worldbuilding approach in general.
@@hakimdiwan5101 Haha thanks! I'm still far from it at this point and not creating any art apart from maps but eventually i definitely would like to create something like a narrative artbook.
Oh I love this so very much. The bronze age collapse, what came after and our own speculation of what may have been in the times before it have made so many mythical tales come into existence and it's such a gem that people don't often take advantage of
I'm of the opinion that speculative archeology, of the kind showcased in this video, is crucial in helping us constantly reexplore the stories we think we know. The world needs more of this!
I'm guessing the Etoi are the Minoan expy, and the Iskuzai the Mycaenan/Acheaenan expy (even if they seem to start off as more akin to Illyrians or Scythians).
I've used many different civilizations as reference, not caring about giving, say, a greek or minoan look per se, but more thinking about a certain cultural trait or archetype. As Antonio Scalone suggested Shardana were equally important!
@@HaematinonNigro Thanks for your reply! I really appreciate your art and style. Would you say you were influenced by Sergio Toppi? I could see some references to his style in your paintings.
@curiousarchive is a treasure trove, I have discovered many beautiful, hidden pearls! I am glad you enjoyed delving in my dream of the past that never was ♡
I like how even the simplest archetypal description of those civilizations are unique: -Who were renowned feirce warriors and also as lovers of music It's refreshing, and awsome to see something new :)
Thanks! The Quickstart of the Ttrpg (which is also free by the way) and the narrative artbook shed more light about the fierce culture of the Iskuzai and the other people of Askedoria!
I cannot get over how awesome this project is! The concept of alternate ancient civilizations with details of culture and ruins in this was is new to me, plus raising questions about mysterious races and cultures lost in our past. Your channel is epic and hope it grows fast! As an idea, I think you should cover the speculative evolution project 'Serina, the world of birds', focusing around canaries and other organisms introduced to a terraformed mars-sized moon orbiting a gas giant in a distant solar system...
This channel is fucking amazing. As an aspiring world builder myself, this shit just fuels and motivates me so much to keep going and keep writing. It's so cool to see all these different creators crafting these wild realities in this lore-based format.
Reminds me ALOT of the project I was(am) working on - if anything for the strong association with the "ancient" bronze age aesthetic. Mine was far more "fantastical" with it purpose of being a game world, however, and a deliberate push away from already common tropes in the genera such as the Greco-Roman cultural archetypes (though some are there) and pushing more into mesoamerican, indian, and middle-eastern inspirations - in so much that I was wearch HARD for mythical creatures that were not commonplace or used in popular culture, with some creations of my own (my favorite being the Uru - a literal man-bear-pig with a semi-gestalt consciousness). Its inspiring to see others do the same, and makes me want to pull the thing out of hiatus. Design-wise we were worlds apart, as I was trying to gather that victorian-esque perspective by almost exclusively using ink sketches and clinical writing for effect. The original purpose for the world was a version of my own table-top game with its own unique mechanics (a thing that is nearly impossible to market or even get people to play with the near monopolistic hold that Wizards of the Coast has on that industry and its fans).
The depth to which it draws from ancient history, the art, the... I love this. I've been wanting to do an ancient inspired fantasy world for a while so this is very up my alley. ^^
Thanks for your kind words :D If you happen to be also a TTRPG player, the quickstart of the game is available for free to all Newsletter Subscribers, here: fragmentsofthepast.dev9k.com/
Elegant presentation as always. As an archivist, you certainly find a great many unique lands and the beings that populate it. I have heard of some of them, but very few. I can't wait to see the next installment of your videos! Thank you for your brilliantly original choice of subject matter for your channel!
Great entry to your channel! I really love the artwork you have been covering. I love seeing how other creatures/cultures might evolve. It really captures the imagination in a way that doesn’t feel too far from reality
Thanks for showcasing this and others like it! I just bought it and other stuff hosted on your channel. I hope you continue bringing such unique and vibrant worlds on your platform for as long as you can/wish.
Kinda reminds of the Codex Seraphinianus, doesn't it? What is it with Italians and books about made up history and science? Also, I just downloaded the Quickstart for the RPG and it kicks ass, I can't thank you enough! You've just made my afternoons interesting for the next several months...
ahah there might be something in the spaghetti we constantly eat! Thanks for your kind words :D By the way, In case you are looking for players, we have a community of dreamers and ancient souls on Discord: discord.gg/XrwG3UDG6j :D
Love the mythological details included to give the whole project and fictional culture a framework…….you can almost imagine the people seeking Auleo’s wisdom and knowledge. Enjoying a binge watch of a channel well done ….subscribed! 👌🏼🛡🗡🍇🫒
That’s cool idea! Never heard of theoretical archaeology. That’s a really cool fantasy story. Blends some cool stuff. I would like one based on ancient Portugal LOL. Imagining some kind of importance of realization over there ha ha.
A vid on "Tlön, Uqbar, Orbis Tertius" would be really awesome. Although way older and not as detailed as modern world building, it's nevertheles a classic
Dude, you yould read the Argentine comic book "Nippur of Lagash". Seriously, Argentine golden age of comic books is filled with Bronze Age Fantasy, like "Kabul of Bengala" is another great series.
Ahh fiction that realm where pieces of fact are stitched together making both possible and impossible worlds and ideas together that provide escape to and hypothetical possibilities for humanity.
Hey, curious would really love to see a part || this was super interesting I know you didn't get that many views on this but I think you should try again. not my channel though so you do you (also thanks so much for introducing me into speculative evolution.
Hmmm difficult question, I admire Etoi and their sophisticated religious art and ceremonies, but they have a very sombre, tragic worldview and a dark visions of the Gods. I am definetly more Iskuzai.
Considering the fact that all vertebrates on Earth can trace their ancestry back to ancient fish, I'd say there's some truth to the Zagera myth, albeit a scientific one rather than a religious one.
As an archeology major: this does indeed rustle my jimmies in the most positive of ways.
My secret ambition: arrive to a point of worldbuilding of such sophistication that archeology majors can make their dissertation about "Development of Erigonio Orgiastic Cults from the First Etoi Eparchy to the Iskuzai Invasion"
@@HaematinonNigro I'd be delighted to participate in/help develop a class based around 'theoretical archeology' or something like that, basically the development of highly plausible ancient cultures as both a creative exercise and a way to potentially help reinterpret old data in novel ways that we might not otherwise have thought of due to conventional archeological methods of analyzing ancient materials.
Also I'm flattered you replied to my comment! I love this era, not to mention this sort of hardcore worldbuilding I can only aspire to!
@@d.ag.b1135 So basically the Archeology version of speculative-evolution? Honestly I love that idea, speculative evolution has already played a major part in paleontology, most famously a spec-evo book predicting the existence of a filter feeding anomilacarid about a year before one was discovered. I think in general it's a great idea to try to mix science and creativity in this way because it lets people engage with science in a creative way without diving into pseudo-science, it can help spread scientific awareness and it can sometimes also provide totally new ways of thinking about things that help scientists.
I’ll rustle your jimmies
I really think this would be an amazing exercise for history students as well!
THIS RULES SO HARD!!!! I've spoken to the creator once, and it's INSANE how detailed and beautiful his art and worldbuilding is!!! He's an absolute inspiration
Feel free to join his art and worldbuilding streams each Friday (starting again 17.09). It's super chill and fun!
@@NageIfar what channel or web site?
@@BUKWulfSh0t Haematinon on Twitch. You'll recognize him by his Husacci profile picture.
Fun Fact: Iskuzai was the Assyrian exonym for the Scythians, who were Iranic pastoral nomads from Ukraine to Central Asia, while Hattusa was the capital of the Hittites, another bronze age civilisation in Asia Minor
Hey my nationality is Ukrainian!
@@ukrainiansturgeon8561 ok
Now I realize why they looked so damn familiar with their pointy hats - they are inspired by the skythians! I didn't get it.. Thank you! 👍
they were not iranic tho
@@ukrainiansturgeon8561 We wouldn't have guessed
This channel is reigniting my imagination. As a kid I would look at ancient civilization with as much curiosity as I look now at these imaginary ones.
When i discovered this project like two years ago i was creating a stock standard D&D world and quite unsatisfied with it. Definitely reignited my imagination and majorly influenced my world and worldbuilding approach in general.
@@NageIfar All the best bro would some day love to see this channel talking about your project :)
@@hakimdiwan5101 Haha thanks! I'm still far from it at this point and not creating any art apart from maps but eventually i definitely would like to create something like a narrative artbook.
me too!
Oh I love this so very much. The bronze age collapse, what came after and our own speculation of what may have been in the times before it have made so many mythical tales come into existence and it's such a gem that people don't often take advantage of
Thank you Adrian! May you be loved by the Gods for your archaic nostalgia :D
Fantasy is so cool, especially realistic fantasy.
Edit: and it’s a TTRPG!
What is ttrpg?
Like Disco Elysium’s “near-history” lore! It’s almost like ours, but different.
@@blakelowrey9620 "tabletop roleplaying game"
It looks like something straight out of works of Robert E. Howard.
This is one of those few rare channels that im willing to give a bell like its so great and underated
I'm of the opinion that speculative archeology, of the kind showcased in this video, is crucial in helping us constantly reexplore the stories we think we know.
The world needs more of this!
Iskuzai seem to be primarily modeled after Mycenaean and Minoan civilization.
I'm guessing the Etoi are the Minoan expy, and the Iskuzai the Mycaenan/Acheaenan expy (even if they seem to start off as more akin to Illyrians or Scythians).
They also remind me of the Shardana, also a Mediterranean civilization
I've used many different civilizations as reference, not caring about giving, say, a greek or minoan look per se, but more thinking about a certain cultural trait or archetype. As Antonio Scalone suggested Shardana were equally important!
@@HaematinonNigro Thanks for your reply! I really appreciate your art and style. Would you say you were influenced by Sergio Toppi? I could see some references to his style in your paintings.
@@ellobo82 absolutely, I love Toppi with all my heart, I hope he sees my work from his bronze, archaic, ghastly paradise and likes it! Ahaha
I love so much when people with amazing imagination and passion create their own worlds. And thank you Curious Archive for sharing them.
@curiousarchive is a treasure trove, I have discovered many beautiful, hidden pearls! I am glad you enjoyed delving in my dream of the past that never was ♡
If this were turned into a book, I would certainly read it.
It is a book....
@@debarpandutta6722 Correction, a novel.
I like how even the simplest archetypal description of those civilizations are unique: -Who were renowned feirce warriors and also as lovers of music
It's refreshing, and awsome to see something new :)
Thanks! The Quickstart of the Ttrpg (which is also free by the way) and the narrative artbook shed more light about the fierce culture of the Iskuzai and the other people of Askedoria!
I cannot get over how awesome this project is! The concept of alternate ancient civilizations with details of culture and ruins in this was is new to me, plus raising questions about mysterious races and cultures lost in our past. Your channel is epic and hope it grows fast!
As an idea, I think you should cover the speculative evolution project 'Serina, the world of birds', focusing around canaries and other organisms introduced to a terraformed mars-sized moon orbiting a gas giant in a distant solar system...
Done!
Jeez i remember you hitting 400 subs. How your channel has grown, congrats man!
Thanks! It's been crazy haha
@@CuriousArchive lol it has. Glad to be along for the ride!
@@CuriousArchive its nice to see that quality content still gets the recognition it deserves, I've learned so much because of this channel, thank you
@@CuriousArchive are you paying freelancers to make the videos? How are you able to upload content like this twice a week?
@@pascalschmierer3035 No haha it's just me, I'm just going all out right now. Making these videos are like my favorite thing to do
this channel is a gem for shining light on these nice projects
These worldbuilding videos are so good
This is why I love the timeline(s), characters, settings, history, and deeplore of Legend of Zelda.
Speculative Archaeology indeed.
This channel is fucking amazing. As an aspiring world builder myself, this shit just fuels and motivates me so much to keep going and keep writing. It's so cool to see all these different creators crafting these wild realities in this lore-based format.
Reminds me ALOT of the project I was(am) working on - if anything for the strong association with the "ancient" bronze age aesthetic.
Mine was far more "fantastical" with it purpose of being a game world, however, and a deliberate push away from already common tropes in the genera such as the Greco-Roman cultural archetypes (though some are there) and pushing more into mesoamerican, indian, and middle-eastern inspirations - in so much that I was wearch HARD for mythical creatures that were not commonplace or used in popular culture, with some creations of my own (my favorite being the Uru - a literal man-bear-pig with a semi-gestalt consciousness).
Its inspiring to see others do the same, and makes me want to pull the thing out of hiatus. Design-wise we were worlds apart, as I was trying to gather that victorian-esque perspective by almost exclusively using ink sketches and clinical writing for effect. The original purpose for the world was a version of my own table-top game with its own unique mechanics (a thing that is nearly impossible to market or even get people to play with the near monopolistic hold that Wizards of the Coast has on that industry and its fans).
The depth to which it draws from ancient history, the art, the... I love this. I've been wanting to do an ancient inspired fantasy world for a while so this is very up my alley. ^^
Thanks for your kind words :D If you happen to be also a TTRPG player, the quickstart of the game is available for free to all Newsletter Subscribers, here: fragmentsofthepast.dev9k.com/
Elegant presentation as always. As an archivist, you certainly find a great many unique lands and the beings that populate it. I have heard of some of them, but very few. I can't wait to see the next installment of your videos! Thank you for your brilliantly original choice of subject matter for your channel!
I’ve been waiting for a fantasy world like this my whole life.
We are the same soul, bodies are just an illusion.
man, your videos are so good I wish they were longer fr
Great entry to your channel! I really love the artwork you have been covering. I love seeing how other creatures/cultures might evolve. It really captures the imagination in a way that doesn’t feel too far from reality
Precisely my ambition, walk on the thin edge between dream and history to uncover the past that never was.
Thanks for showcasing this and others like it! I just bought it and other stuff hosted on your channel. I hope you continue bringing such unique and vibrant worlds on your platform for as long as you can/wish.
This is legit the most interesting channel on TH-cam
never thought of this kind of world building. neat.
Thanks!
@james Thanks! The enthusiasm of dreamers like you keep me charged :D
I just love your channel. I get so excited every time I see a notification from you!
I’ve been seeing project this on Reddit, but have never really understood it fully.
Reddit? Isn't that place plagued?
@@SirBlackReeds I saw it on r/worldbuilding
@@SirBlackReeds depends on the subreddit.
I found this channel 2 weeks ago and get so hyped when a new vids out! Such a cool channel! ❤
Ikr!! Every video is so interesting, about something I've never heard of. I'm loving it
another curious archive to start my day!
Never before have I needed something so much and not know it until I had it
Thank you, Ian! Your words move me.
I'd love to see more vids about similar subjects! It was really inspiring and enjoyable to watch
One of the few channels i comment on just because its so good
I love this kind of stuff.
This always inspires me to continue writing fantasy tales and keep creating that world..
Love this channel found it a couple of days ago and I've enjoyed every video.
Kinda reminds of the Codex Seraphinianus, doesn't it? What is it with Italians and books about made up history and science?
Also, I just downloaded the Quickstart for the RPG and it kicks ass, I can't thank you enough! You've just made my afternoons interesting for the next several months...
ahah there might be something in the spaghetti we constantly eat! Thanks for your kind words :D By the way, In case you are looking for players, we have a community of dreamers and ancient souls on Discord: discord.gg/XrwG3UDG6j :D
@@HaematinonNigro grazie, al momento sto gestendo qualcosa tipo sei o sette sessioni diverse ma darò un'occhiata volentieri!
I love the fact that the Iskuzai are based on the Minoan civilization
They are settled down Scythians.
Love the mythological details included to give the whole project and fictional culture a framework…….you can almost imagine the people seeking Auleo’s wisdom and knowledge.
Enjoying a binge watch of a channel well done ….subscribed! 👌🏼🛡🗡🍇🫒
Interesting. This gave me some more inspiration for my Science Fantasy world for my story.
Thank you!
I am in love with your content, it makes me want to pick up reading again and i discovered so much new things. Thank you
This is so fucking cool. This channel is destroying and rebuilding my imagination and burning desire to create like nothing else.
I can see bits of Moche culture inspiration for some artworks in this project!
This is basically spec archeology and I love it!!!
Thanks!
You’re killing it. You are creating such great content so fast. Keep it up and you’re on your way to the top.
Loooove the speculative series.
This is getting kind of funny, you're making a video about every artist I made an interview with!
That’s cool idea! Never heard of theoretical archaeology. That’s a really cool fantasy story. Blends some cool stuff. I would like one based on ancient Portugal LOL. Imagining some kind of importance of realization over there ha ha.
A vid on "Tlön, Uqbar, Orbis Tertius" would be really awesome. Although way older and not as detailed as modern world building, it's nevertheles a classic
I just discovered this today and I am completely in love. What a phenomenal idea, I support this all the way!
As an italian i have to say: THIS IS AWESOME!
I love concept art.
My I love fragments of the past, it's an Italian RPG pride!
♡♡♡
Seems like a cool DnD setting!
It started as one, albeit it was very different from what it is now! Then it evolved in a narrative artbook and in a ttrpg with its own system :D
Wake up babe, new Curious Archive video was just posted.
Well done vid!
The beacons of my imagination are lit. I don't know how this specific video flew under my radar. Thank goodness I'm on a backlog binge.
This is a cool alternative bronze and Iron Age with in a Fantasy world like if assassins Creed and game of thrones had a awesome looking love child
you should make another video on this, a longer one
Fantastic, I really love this videos when you explain a world created by an artist
Wow that's pretty art work. It reminds me of TRIGAN comic books
I don't know them! Must check it then, thanks for the suggestion :)
I'm liking the content. Very different
I hope you will talk about more alternate history projects
This is amazing😊
I want an RPG based on this! :O
I've got good news for you: there's a Tabletop RPG in development!
You can find its Quickstart in the website linked in the description
Hmm... this sounds awesome, I might check it out after I draw a brain for school!
Loved it. Have the rpg. Is there any other project like this? The most similar ive found is the birrin one.
Commenting, liking, and hitting that bell until you get the amount of subscribers you deserve.
Love this kinda stuff
0:51 I just imaged avarage twitter user having meltdown after reading artist name.
Ok, this is pretty dope!
Dude, you yould read the Argentine comic book "Nippur of Lagash". Seriously, Argentine golden age of comic books is filled with Bronze Age Fantasy, like "Kabul of Bengala" is another great series.
Ahh fiction that realm where pieces of fact are stitched together making both possible and impossible worlds and ideas together that provide escape to and hypothetical possibilities for humanity.
Ancient Greeks were a step away from inventing the steam engine. Imagine what the World would look like.
th-cam.com/video/qXoGReP-FIQ/w-d-xo.html , their civilization wasn't ready yet
The art is beautiful
Thank you!
This would make an interesting open world or first person game.
An Open World RPG where you make your own choices
This settings reminds me of the Hyborian Age, the ancient time of Conan the Cimmerian created by Robert Howard !
Wait music and violence? So theater groups?
I love your educational videos 🥰
Very unique channel. Good vid
incredible
Great channel bro
Great video!
I have been wanting a bronze age style fantasy for ages I was getting bored of the same old Medeival style fantasies
We dun learned all the mythology, now we gotta write more
Underrated channel! deserve more views!
love the owl jackalope god
Well I still wonder about civilizations that were so long ago, like before the cataclysm that took place 13 thousands years ago...
"Pieces of ancient weapons" - and shows the lusitanian warrior sword - Falcata^^
Hey, curious would really love to see a part || this was super interesting I know you didn't get that many views on this but I think you should try again. not my channel though so you do you (also thanks so much for introducing me into speculative evolution.
You gonna Blow Up soon Bro Trust me! 💜
Would u rather live as an etoi or an iskuzai? 🤔
Hmmm difficult question, I admire Etoi and their sophisticated religious art and ceremonies, but they have a very sombre, tragic worldview and a dark visions of the Gods. I am definetly more Iskuzai.
Considering the fact that all vertebrates on Earth can trace their ancestry back to ancient fish, I'd say there's some truth to the Zagera myth, albeit a scientific one rather than a religious one.
Awesome
This channel is awesome.
Can this be a series? 👀
1:30 THEY'RE REEEEEEEEEAL
such a priceless channel
Interesting that Cirta has a trilobite sculpted on her right hip. Did the Etoi understand that fossils were extinct animals?
People of the Panther, hmm just like the Maya are the people of the Jaguar, thats super interesting
Speculative archeology should be a more mainstream thing. It's such a fun and unique method of world building.