18 months since starting; created 160+ videos; channel explores close-up, technical reactions.
Leaving their secret island base and dispersing; chemistry taught discipline; will apply philosophy elsewhere; may return unpredictably.
They leave an OpenChem template to help others make homemade science videos: intro sequence, music, graphics, step-by-step setup, and guidance using free software; link to Google Drive provided; customization allowed.
Content is not under their control anymore; viewers assumed to be the new creators; non-commercial use requested; donations accepted; channel not monetized.
Hazardous materials removed; equipment stored safely; may come back in the future, possibly after six months or six years, with occasional updates.
Encouragement to learn something new from basics, persist through fear and confusion, and focus on philosophy and wisdom of the subject; ask why, research, and respect others’ knowledge.
Final montage of past work and a glimpse of the tiny home lab; thanks, stay safe, stay tuned.