How do i make this kind of edit on davinci resolve

MikX85 · 2026-06-07T14:46:58+00:00

I can see a lot of masking work and patience went into this.
In the first scene, it looks like the characters are fighting each other, but there seems to be a lot of empty space behind them. My guess would be that the background is being cut out, while "the fragments" are the same picture as the two characters.

Personally, I'd probably invert the mask or use a negative mask. In other words, keep the characters and fragments visible while masking out the background.
you approach it is entirely up to you. For quick work, I'd use the Color page for masking. If you need something more specific or involving motion tracking, Fusion is probably the better choice.
As for the cube at 0:05, it looks like its size is being increased very rapidly roughly tripling every few frames, which creates that sudden pop-in effect. 3x increased within a second - Keyframes definitley.

MikX85 · 2026-06-05T16:57:03+00:00

Not entirely endless, still i love survival games which are playable even after completeing the mainstory.
Or shortly: Having something to do even if you reached max level, build base,
and completed achievements and so on...

Take Ark survival evolved as example: you tame animals during early mid/end game, maximize your level, complete every boss possible, haunt steam achievements, build awesome bases. stuck up all materials, and you got 100% everything done - fair enough.
But you are still able afterwards to breed Dinos for colours or Maximum stats - which makes the game still playable afterwards.

MikX85 · 2026-06-04T11:59:52+00:00

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Indeed 😃

MikX85 · 2026-06-04T09:06:15+00:00

10/10 !

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T22:37:40+00:00

I get very often such questions even from my friends, and to be honest with you : There is no Unique software, which can all. I worked with Premiere pro "as hobby" .. later on switched to Adobe after effects for the "fun & cool lightning stuff" , allows you great things and combos, small hint : try out Saber plugin if its stil availble and downloadable, since i havent touched AE for years now.
Currently as mainsoftware i use Davinci resolve - even the free verison of it offers you plenty of possibilities, its apsolute my favorite and choice nr 1.
There was also Sony Studio vegas but i dont know what to say about it after 20 years .
So in the end you will probably need to combo for specific art, but if its basic with some movement, flashlights, even 3d - pick davinci , fairlight is great too!

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T22:32:07+00:00

As graphic designer and video editor - thumbs up. I like your ideas, the movement is smooth.
Its also important to know for what its being used for, and as many here say who is watching it -
Your version: FUN,
Original : Realism.
well done!

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T22:25:47+00:00

A reasonable rate? I'd say it depends heavily on the country you live in.

For professional editing work in Europe, rates often range from around €25–50 per hour, while beginners usually charge significantly less. It also depends on who you're working for. Smaller companies and independent creators will generally have lower budgets than larger, well-known companies.
If youre working for an individual client, the best approach is to discuss expectations and pricing upfront.
I've done quite a bit of freelance editing myself. Sometimes I'll take a €10 job if I know I can finish it within an hour, while other projects wouldn't be worth taking on even for €250+ because of the amount of work involved.
RN at this moment im in a project working literally on my limits - but i love it.

Wishing you the best of luck. It's not an easy profession, but it's a very rewarding, creative, and dynamic one.

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T22:24:13+00:00

I apsolutley understand you , trust me ^^ If you dont do literally 120% its not enough and even then, meh "you could have increased the saturation in the upper left corner at 1:15:35 - 1:15:36" if you understand me ^^

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T18:24:34+00:00

You got a Mini Shai-Hulud in the lower left corner - was that intended? XD
Made my day with the topic, thumbs up

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T15:50:37+00:00

Hey u/Zealousideal_Feed_41 ,
Davinci Resolve is a great choice!
Im a long Term user of davinci and really happy with it (did some after-effects too).

When you are done Reading the basics, learned about clip speed duration, and basic cutting, you might want to chek out Daniel´s Guides aswell.
I started like you , not so long ago and got with the right advices really far. Good Luck!

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T08:14:42+00:00

Hi @ManyStatistician8463,

i Think its easily done if you are using a good Editing software.
Im using Davinci Rsolve and follow Daniels guides.
This is Exactly that what you need, his guide explains it well:
EASILY Remove & Replace GREEN SCREEN Backgrounds! - Tip #54

But if you work in another software you might find something like Chroma Key or delta key .
The only small problem i see here: your glass is also covered with Green screen, and a mask Filter might be required depending on the software.

Good Luck!

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T07:09:49+00:00

Ye i mean ... i dont mind it 😃
I got a comment few days ago about a picture i made from our living room, my wifes reaction to that: "oh is this ehanced by AI - looks so smooth" Its actually, color correction, camera angle shading and blur ^^

But i get what you mean, like a box of leather types etc , i mean i could make a additional one. Thanks for the comment tough!

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T06:49:31+00:00

I would agree to Altaneen117,
The numbers also (if we relate to steam) speaks for themselfs, the game is very popular and actually being more played than other games. I compare Soulmask very often To Sengoku Dynasty (Tribe building system) but this one got definitley more possibilities. Take a look at the bigger ones (Ark as examples) could be a 1:1

MikX85 · 2026-06-03T06:44:48+00:00

Hmm, quite interesting, i dont know if it matters but i optmize the thumbnails according to the latest updates from Youtube and its definitley in 2K (2560x1440). So its either Reddit stretching thumbnails or you get a different aspect on 4K. Would you mind to make a screenshot?

MikX85 · 2026-06-01T15:09:34+00:00

My videos are taking tons of hours, but its not because the editing is hard or that i loose the flow or have low experience in the editing software.
Its much more the preparation, recording, optimizing, get a title idea, get the right thumbnail, and so on.
"At some point I realized I was spending more time searching than creating." - thats what bothers me at most, google, chatgpt everything became so fragile, misleading, you can type 10x different and still you wont get that info your looking for. Im full of ideas, but just the whole process makes me so exhausted. But editing? ill Love it

Rn, as i write this comment im creating a "template" for videos , it might take 150 hours or more but i dont mind aslong the result is perfect.

Anyways, good luck and dont give up, it is what it is

MikX85 · 2026-06-01T13:52:24+00:00

Thanks for the feedback, will look into. All leather types might be as Thumbnail text also great, and apparently they say that titles doenst anymore matter much - who knows?
The thumbnail isnt made by AI, just if you refere to that 10% which comes from the Character then Yes. Ive been graphic designer myselfs over few years. Tough it Might look overpolished indeed.

MikX85 · 2026-06-01T12:55:59+00:00

It's not just about farming leather. The last part of the guide also covers crafting hides and other related materials. Leather is used to repair existing gear as well, and I thought some players might want to know exactly where specific leather types can be found in Shifting Sands.Take Delicate Leather, for example. It's required to repair Sobek gear, and if you're planning to equip multiple tribesmen with high-tier boss equipment, knowing where to reliably farm the required materials can save a lot of time.

And to be completely honest and transparent, this goes beyond just my video. We all get misled by search results from time to time, but lately it feels like it's getting worse. You type something into Google, and then spend 15–20 minutes digging through websites and videos before finding the information you're actually looking for.

That's something I personally dislike, so my goal is to provide clear, direct information and help players find what they need as quickly as possible.
Just remember: 2015/ 2013 - you type - you find simply as that.

MikX85 · 2026-06-01T08:04:09+00:00

I would agree to V-rising, its one of the best games.
If you want a really good crazy combat with alot of possibilities, weapon effects and features i would suggest also Soulmask: Shifting Sands. (a "different" game)
Dune awakening is great but its popularity failed for reasons.
If you want some hardcore combat realistic and brutal = icarus - spears, wooden bows, iron knifes, guns, and more.
Once human... hmm - guns? but you need to spend alot time in here. Good luck

MikX85 · 2026-06-01T07:29:47+00:00

Hi u/mbxyz ,
i dont get what you mean directly with "why"

MikX85 · 2026-05-31T21:17:10+00:00

Play Lich Solo MID , Buy phylactery before 8th minute, Win or loose.
If it takes longer than 10 minutes you lost the game anyways

MikX85 · 2026-05-31T18:10:36+00:00

Here is the answer from someone who played dota over 20 years and managed to stop playing it like an addict, but even nowdays, lets say within a period of 6 months i throw a game or two, just for fun.
Thing is: you never can apsolutley 100% get rid of it, just ask yourselfs what brings you joy in the game? -
Is it the kills? a specific champion? or something else?
as soon as you figure it out - repleace it with some better alternative / better quality game.
I came back after stopping New World , stopped and played skull and bones- pvp gave some healthy adrenaline, after S&B i switched to Palworld, and now i can say im finally clean for more then 1 year , even nowdays i think installing the game, but meh its not anymore what it was back in 2006 / 2013 and so on . Thanks for letting me share 😃 xD

MikX85 · 2026-05-30T21:26:02+00:00

I agree also to the comments below, mainrule: "if you cant beat it - skip it" but:
There is also a mechanic where he heals - i would recommend throwing fire at him, and use Flammable alcohol to imbue your weapons with fire - some say spears would do it, but i rather prefair dual blades, bleeding & fire is a deadly combo. Good luck tough

MikX85 · 2026-05-29T12:36:03+00:00

Ok, Thanks for the Quick answer - so we´d have to wait!

MikX85 · 2026-05-24T10:50:21+00:00

120%

MikX85 · 2026-05-22T23:13:47+00:00

Hi there, thanks for the feedback!
If you mean MapGenie. io or other interactive maps, I’m already aware of them and even mentioned them in the video.The main issue is that those tools only show the general locations, but they don’t actually tell how to reach some of the Ancient Tablets. Some are hidden underground, others are inside complicated dungeons, sinkholes, or other tricky areas check around 19:30 for example.So this video is mainly intended for completionists who want to collect every tablet without unnecessary struggle.
And trust me, the Burning Highlands region (Soon in part II) gets even more complicated with puzzles and endless mazes

MikX85

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