In response to a statement from Secret Weapon, TT Combat has revealed their side to wargaming’s latest IP drama…
In August 2021 Secret Weapon Miniatures posted on Facebook that they were going to call it quits after 12 years, however, this new dispute sheds some light on what may have happened to facilitate their closure.
Now, Trolltrader/TT Combat (TTC) has released their side of the story and why they actually claimed IP on the HD Bases Kickstarter Campaign. SW says the claims are false and even tried in good faith to make an offer to give a portion of the profits of the project, however, that was refused, but again TTC also sort of disputes that. It’s always good to see both sides of an argument, so don’t judge too soon and be sure to read both statements.
Let’s look at both statements, starting with SW and their closing.
The Other Side to Wargaming’s Latest IP Drama
Of course, this is sad news as Secret Weapons was a great hobby company that made some good products including some of the paints that even Long War’s own Kenny from Next Level Painting often used.
They also had some fantastic sculpts that were awesome for anyone who wanted a large range of premade bases.
It’s always sad to see large companies in the hobby scene go under, hopefully, everyone at Secret Weapon Miniatures can find success doing what they love even after this hard decision to close.
Secret Weapon Miniatures/TT Combat Intellectual Property dispute
Let’s first look at their statement:
This really sucks to see and highlights some major issues with miniatures IP. However, it’s time to look at what TTC has to say as they released their response to the one above.
As you can see, this is a much different statement and more or less the opposite of the Secret Weapon minis statement. The timelines presented for SWM closure also do not seem to line up either which seems to be part of the issue altogether.
It’s unfortunate that things are where they are with Secret Weapon Miniatures. It seems like there could be some hope for the SWM IP and products if things do ever end up getting clarified with the bank situation.
This is sad news for the hobby space, what are your thoughts about miniatures IP?
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About the Author: Travis Pasch
