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The News Stand: 24/07/2026

Summer is here, and so the cup doesn’t quite floweth over as everyone takes time out. However, there are still some great previews for all things Ultramodern this week, so read on for more!

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Gunslinger – Deep Dive on… Release 2 – GIG Command and Support Teams

26/08/2023

Last month, we were introduced to Black Sector and specifically the Global Interdiction Group. As well as looking at the Assault Team and the Breacher Team, we also looked at some more of Gunslinger’s Lore. This time, as we cover the Support and Command teams that make up the August release of Gunslinger over on the Flytrap Digital Patreon, we’re also going to touch on some other aspects of the Gunslinger Range, such as the impact of what modular heads can bring, the importance of Character models to the range and a little bit of the working process between Anton…
The News Stand: 20/08/2023

20/08/2023

Welcome to the new version of The News Stand, delivering you a catch-up on the headlines in the Ultramodern Wargaming Scene. Usually, I’d do this weekly but seeing as I’ve been away for a bit, there is going to be a touch of catching up to do. The intention of the News Stand is mostly reasearch, keeping an eye on the tempo and flow of the Ultramodern market as it currently stands. But seeing as I’m gathering it all for my own use (and the Patrons need to be fed something), I might as well write it up for everyone…
Letter From The Hobby Desk: August 2023

19/08/2023

Well, it’s been a while since I’ve properly sat down and talked about the hobby desk huh? The fact of the matter is that I’ve been busy. Not even hobby project busy, just life busy. There is always stuff on the house to do, as well as work and life getting in the way. There is of course also another giant piece of work that’s really been taking up my time (and filling in the gaps in the posting). Yeah, it’s Gunslinger. Okay, I’ve talked about it a lot. Like I say, it’s taken up a lot of my time…
Gunslinger Release: Black Sector Part 2 – Support Team and Command Team

15/08/2023

I am pleased to announce the second release of the new Gunslinger range from Flytrap Digital is available now, for those backing the Patron at the appropriate levels. This release has definitely been a test of our systems and how much can be done in the time due to several issues (including the relocation of FOB Flytrap), but I think you’ll agree we’ve managed to drop the second part to the Black Sector Global Interdiction Group range with style, giving you two extra sets to expand out your range and fill in the capabilities. Before we can get started, disclosure…
Gunslinger – Updated Black Sector Deployed

07/08/2023

Good news to all Patrons backing Gunslinger – the first month’s releases (the Black Sector Assault Team and Breacher Team) are now available in an updated and improved form. Following user feedback, Anton has been working like mad to get the files changed over, fighting real-world shenanigans as well as the regular monthly workload for both Gunslinger and the rest of the Flytrap range to get these changes done and into your hands. Frankly, the tonal whiplash between the bad news and the results over the weekend has been quite a lot, but he’s been an absolute machine. The picture…
Gunslinger – Deep Dive On… Release 1 – Black Sector’s Global Interdiction Group

31/07/2023

Long before I even came onto the Gunslinger project, Anton was hard at work making the figures to introduce the Gunslinger concept to the wider world. Picking a first range isn’t an easy thing – it’s going to be the benchmark that future releases are held up against, needing to give you enough space to really show off what you’re trying to do while also being a popular enough topic to get people to actually buy it. As much as some loud people might express their interest in something very specific and unique such as modern Peruvian Special Forces, the…
Gunslinger – The Mission Statement

27/07/2023

The word keeps coming up. I’ve talked about its first release, I went through all the previews and teased my involvement all the way back to March. But what actually IS Gunslinger? Gunslinger is a brand that forms part of the Flytrap Digital Patreon, releasing Ultramodern figures. After having made a range of Ultramodern physical releases under his Warfighter brand (as well as producing commission work for other parties), Anton decided back in 2019 that he wanted to re-enter the Ultramodern space with his own range and began gathering assets and designs My role in the story has been mentioned…
The News Stand: Black Powder Red Earth Prepares For Historicon

19/07/2023

Good news for readers across the pond heading to Historicon in Lancaster, PA this weekend! Echelon, the makers of Black Powder Red Earth and the game I won’t shut up about BPRE28mm, are going to be there from Thursday 20th of July through to Saturday 22nd. Checking the exhibitor’s list, Booth 416 is where you should be looking for them, although they are going to stand out a mile with their artwork. However, as well as getting to see the game and get your hands on the components to feel how nice they are, it sounds like Saturday will also…