Just got this insert (5x4x1.5") from an Amazon package and I haven't done any terrain building for awhile.

I recently switched from 15mm to 28mm WW2 minis and I'm building a North African campaign.

Any ideas to make this into a fun piece of terrain?

Bonus if you have ideas for supplies I need. I also love watching terrain videos:)

Edit: forgot to post photos the first time!

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