Captain Hat
@captainhat.bsky.social
Just a weird neurodivergent lefty nerd trying to be a decent human being and make, modify & fix things. What kinda things? More or less anything. Art, models, games, cars, society. You know, things. He/him/his (mostly).
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Captain Hat
@captainhat.bsky.social
· Nov 17
Oh wow, 200 followers! Hi!
I like to make, fix & modify things.
I'm gonna be a posting lot of #Warhammer, #BattlefleetGothic and #Gaslands stuff but I hope you'll come along for the ride when I do my #sculpting, #art and #automotive works too!
Bit of a #Nerdling. LGBTQIA+ safe, far as I can be.
I like to make, fix & modify things.
I'm gonna be a posting lot of #Warhammer, #BattlefleetGothic and #Gaslands stuff but I hope you'll come along for the ride when I do my #sculpting, #art and #automotive works too!
Bit of a #Nerdling. LGBTQIA+ safe, far as I can be.
Anyone fancy getting a chain of standard bearers up?
Bosspoles, backpack flags, Ancients and Guardsmen, if they're flying a flag let's see 'em!
This is Ancient Halleck of the Arrakeen Jihad. Based on an art piece from the 3rd Edition rulebook.
#Nerdlings #WarhammerCommunity
Bosspoles, backpack flags, Ancients and Guardsmen, if they're flying a flag let's see 'em!
This is Ancient Halleck of the Arrakeen Jihad. Based on an art piece from the 3rd Edition rulebook.
#Nerdlings #WarhammerCommunity
January 4, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Anyone fancy getting a chain of standard bearers up?
Bosspoles, backpack flags, Ancients and Guardsmen, if they're flying a flag let's see 'em!
This is Ancient Halleck of the Arrakeen Jihad. Based on an art piece from the 3rd Edition rulebook.
#Nerdlings #WarhammerCommunity
Bosspoles, backpack flags, Ancients and Guardsmen, if they're flying a flag let's see 'em!
This is Ancient Halleck of the Arrakeen Jihad. Based on an art piece from the 3rd Edition rulebook.
#Nerdlings #WarhammerCommunity
I know it's two in a row but fuck me if this doesn't slam that nail down in one shot.
You should know just because someone in your life is open about severe mental illness & shit looks easy & regular to you, they’re pretty much paddling like a duck under the surface of the water, & you may be exposed to my TMI, but it’s what the struggle really looks like for many who won’t tell you.
January 4, 2026 at 7:06 PM
I know it's two in a row but fuck me if this doesn't slam that nail down in one shot.
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I need to see reposts of Black people from nonblack people on the skyline. Let’s go. Folks who know are talking to you. Stop listening to the platformed whites who make you feel good about ignorance.
January 4, 2026 at 4:52 PM
I need to see reposts of Black people from nonblack people on the skyline. Let’s go. Folks who know are talking to you. Stop listening to the platformed whites who make you feel good about ignorance.
In case you were wondering, I've done less custom work on these Terminators than usual... so far.
I am however 100% back on my bullshit. How much extra work I will do in the end remains to be seen. Here's a couple of previews so far.
Trying to persuade myself the wonky eagle tail is OK.
#Nerdlings
I am however 100% back on my bullshit. How much extra work I will do in the end remains to be seen. Here's a couple of previews so far.
Trying to persuade myself the wonky eagle tail is OK.
#Nerdlings
January 4, 2026 at 12:32 PM
In case you were wondering, I've done less custom work on these Terminators than usual... so far.
I am however 100% back on my bullshit. How much extra work I will do in the end remains to be seen. Here's a couple of previews so far.
Trying to persuade myself the wonky eagle tail is OK.
#Nerdlings
I am however 100% back on my bullshit. How much extra work I will do in the end remains to be seen. Here's a couple of previews so far.
Trying to persuade myself the wonky eagle tail is OK.
#Nerdlings
New year, new (old) hobby desk, and some pretty old miniatures actually!
Last time I worked on these guys seriously was probably more than a decade ago. Related: Do I know anyone in postage distance of the UK with some spare plastic Terminator shoulder pads?
#Nerdlings #WarhammerCommunity
Last time I worked on these guys seriously was probably more than a decade ago. Related: Do I know anyone in postage distance of the UK with some spare plastic Terminator shoulder pads?
#Nerdlings #WarhammerCommunity
January 3, 2026 at 9:20 PM
New year, new (old) hobby desk, and some pretty old miniatures actually!
Last time I worked on these guys seriously was probably more than a decade ago. Related: Do I know anyone in postage distance of the UK with some spare plastic Terminator shoulder pads?
#Nerdlings #WarhammerCommunity
Last time I worked on these guys seriously was probably more than a decade ago. Related: Do I know anyone in postage distance of the UK with some spare plastic Terminator shoulder pads?
#Nerdlings #WarhammerCommunity
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If you’re struggling right now, know that you’re not alone.
It’s ok if everything feels like it’s too much.
It’s ok if you can’t show up the way you want to.
It’s ok if you have to unplug, disappear, retreat or take a break.
Self care is resistance.
It’s ok if everything feels like it’s too much.
It’s ok if you can’t show up the way you want to.
It’s ok if you have to unplug, disappear, retreat or take a break.
Self care is resistance.
January 3, 2026 at 11:47 AM
If you’re struggling right now, know that you’re not alone.
It’s ok if everything feels like it’s too much.
It’s ok if you can’t show up the way you want to.
It’s ok if you have to unplug, disappear, retreat or take a break.
Self care is resistance.
It’s ok if everything feels like it’s too much.
It’s ok if you can’t show up the way you want to.
It’s ok if you have to unplug, disappear, retreat or take a break.
Self care is resistance.
I gotta be honest most of the things that have nearly killed me didn't even injure me, just high-risk stuff that I somehow got away with.
For example, I once nearly got sideswiped by a German bloke in a big BMW while doing 80 down the M20 in a Panda. He got close enough to knock my wing mirror.
For example, I once nearly got sideswiped by a German bloke in a big BMW while doing 80 down the M20 in a Panda. He got close enough to knock my wing mirror.
Introduce yourself with what almost killed you.
When I was 12, I was on holidays & my head locked over to one side. I didn't know it. I didn't look in mirrors much, & your vision corrects over time (look it up its cool) My family kept asking why I was doing it, but I did know what I was 'doing'.
When I was 12, I was on holidays & my head locked over to one side. I didn't know it. I didn't look in mirrors much, & your vision corrects over time (look it up its cool) My family kept asking why I was doing it, but I did know what I was 'doing'.
January 2, 2026 at 3:32 PM
I gotta be honest most of the things that have nearly killed me didn't even injure me, just high-risk stuff that I somehow got away with.
For example, I once nearly got sideswiped by a German bloke in a big BMW while doing 80 down the M20 in a Panda. He got close enough to knock my wing mirror.
For example, I once nearly got sideswiped by a German bloke in a big BMW while doing 80 down the M20 in a Panda. He got close enough to knock my wing mirror.
Executive dysfunction is kinda hard to explain sometimes.
Like, I've just spent a bunch of time this week rearranging furniture which consequentially means my diet has been the cake my Mum gave me for Christmas, some nuts and the most basic sandwiches imaginable and if you know you know but
Like, I've just spent a bunch of time this week rearranging furniture which consequentially means my diet has been the cake my Mum gave me for Christmas, some nuts and the most basic sandwiches imaginable and if you know you know but
January 1, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Executive dysfunction is kinda hard to explain sometimes.
Like, I've just spent a bunch of time this week rearranging furniture which consequentially means my diet has been the cake my Mum gave me for Christmas, some nuts and the most basic sandwiches imaginable and if you know you know but
Like, I've just spent a bunch of time this week rearranging furniture which consequentially means my diet has been the cake my Mum gave me for Christmas, some nuts and the most basic sandwiches imaginable and if you know you know but
2025 was mostly pretty awful.
I hope everyone reading this has a better 2026.
I feel kinda blurgh right now and don't have brain space to say anything profound, sorry.
I hope everyone reading this has a better 2026.
I feel kinda blurgh right now and don't have brain space to say anything profound, sorry.
January 1, 2026 at 11:40 AM
2025 was mostly pretty awful.
I hope everyone reading this has a better 2026.
I feel kinda blurgh right now and don't have brain space to say anything profound, sorry.
I hope everyone reading this has a better 2026.
I feel kinda blurgh right now and don't have brain space to say anything profound, sorry.
It's interesting to see how creativity affects you & I think I get this feeling.
I've never had a project occupy entire years of my life, but I have had projects that soaked me up and drew me in for several weeks and as chaotic as it can become (for me at least) it is a genuinely lovely experience.
I've never had a project occupy entire years of my life, but I have had projects that soaked me up and drew me in for several weeks and as chaotic as it can become (for me at least) it is a genuinely lovely experience.
I expect my new novel will take a few years. it takes good bit of research. My novella didn't take a few years to write but a published novel & another unpublished one did. I probably wouldn't start if it wouldn't take years. I've come to love when a book exists years with you as you create it.
December 29, 2025 at 8:48 AM
It's interesting to see how creativity affects you & I think I get this feeling.
I've never had a project occupy entire years of my life, but I have had projects that soaked me up and drew me in for several weeks and as chaotic as it can become (for me at least) it is a genuinely lovely experience.
I've never had a project occupy entire years of my life, but I have had projects that soaked me up and drew me in for several weeks and as chaotic as it can become (for me at least) it is a genuinely lovely experience.
With apologies for linking to Facebook, I'm planning to be at this event with the cosplay group on the 8th of February. We got invited by Dan and the Monster Merchants guys at Broadside last year (where we met @miramanga.bsky.social too!) It'd be cool to see you there if you're about :)
#nerdlings
#nerdlings
Dan Abnett Open Day! Free to attend!
Event in Ashford, United Kingdom by The Monster Merchants on Sunday, February 8 2026 with 143 people interested.
www.facebook.com
December 28, 2025 at 2:19 PM
With apologies for linking to Facebook, I'm planning to be at this event with the cosplay group on the 8th of February. We got invited by Dan and the Monster Merchants guys at Broadside last year (where we met @miramanga.bsky.social too!) It'd be cool to see you there if you're about :)
#nerdlings
#nerdlings
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On top of this sale, 4P is adding an extra 25% off the current sale price on all of our products for today only. I have no one to buy me wargaming stuff😭, if you're the same now's your chance to pick up something that you really wanted for Christmas.
Patricia❤️
www.wargamevault.com/en/browse?pw...
Patricia❤️
www.wargamevault.com/en/browse?pw...
December 28, 2025 at 11:35 AM
On top of this sale, 4P is adding an extra 25% off the current sale price on all of our products for today only. I have no one to buy me wargaming stuff😭, if you're the same now's your chance to pick up something that you really wanted for Christmas.
Patricia❤️
www.wargamevault.com/en/browse?pw...
Patricia❤️
www.wargamevault.com/en/browse?pw...
post a perfect album from the 90s that isn't nirvana, pearl jam, soundgarden, or alice in chains
Not including Tool, Deftones or Rush on that list seems incredibly weird to me but sure, OK.
Not including Tool, Deftones or Rush on that list seems incredibly weird to me but sure, OK.
December 28, 2025 at 9:12 AM
post a perfect album from the 90s that isn't nirvana, pearl jam, soundgarden, or alice in chains
Not including Tool, Deftones or Rush on that list seems incredibly weird to me but sure, OK.
Not including Tool, Deftones or Rush on that list seems incredibly weird to me but sure, OK.
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I've been obsessed with #Gaslands for 2025, so this was a choice between #diecast vehicles.
My favorite is the Scarlett Scorpions of Lost Vegas, each vehicle's crew is named for a casino. From the concept and builds to the crew-specific tattoos, it's the epitome of my creativity in this hobby.
My favorite is the Scarlett Scorpions of Lost Vegas, each vehicle's crew is named for a casino. From the concept and builds to the crew-specific tattoos, it's the epitome of my creativity in this hobby.
December 26, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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I am ridiculously pleased with how Oktavia Grimsdottir came out. She’s my first human figure I’ve painted for Infinity (I started on aliens) and I feel like I nailed the paint job.
December 26, 2025 at 9:14 AM
I am ridiculously pleased with how Oktavia Grimsdottir came out. She’s my first human figure I’ve painted for Infinity (I started on aliens) and I feel like I nailed the paint job.
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Love your Lightning Sporf!
I posted my favorite one only yesterday again so I’m adding a few more that I really like.
#Nerdlings
#FindFolkFriday
I posted my favorite one only yesterday again so I’m adding a few more that I really like.
#Nerdlings
#FindFolkFriday
December 26, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Love your Lightning Sporf!
I posted my favorite one only yesterday again so I’m adding a few more that I really like.
#Nerdlings
#FindFolkFriday
I posted my favorite one only yesterday again so I’m adding a few more that I really like.
#Nerdlings
#FindFolkFriday
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Best? How about:
Awesomest Female Space Marine - Sergeant on an Azure Raptor.
Biggest Nerdlings effort - Oldgate Alley.
Most Popular Minis - Mentor Legion Veterans.
Favourite mini to paint - @fenrisgames.com fox, Tod.
#Nerdlings
Awesomest Female Space Marine - Sergeant on an Azure Raptor.
Biggest Nerdlings effort - Oldgate Alley.
Most Popular Minis - Mentor Legion Veterans.
Favourite mini to paint - @fenrisgames.com fox, Tod.
#Nerdlings
December 26, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Best? How about:
Awesomest Female Space Marine - Sergeant on an Azure Raptor.
Biggest Nerdlings effort - Oldgate Alley.
Most Popular Minis - Mentor Legion Veterans.
Favourite mini to paint - @fenrisgames.com fox, Tod.
#Nerdlings
Awesomest Female Space Marine - Sergeant on an Azure Raptor.
Biggest Nerdlings effort - Oldgate Alley.
Most Popular Minis - Mentor Legion Veterans.
Favourite mini to paint - @fenrisgames.com fox, Tod.
#Nerdlings
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I'm not entirely sure but I'm very proud of my Frostgrave minis, this Death Guard Plague Marine Champion and my first Saurus Warrior.
December 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM
I'm not entirely sure but I'm very proud of my Frostgrave minis, this Death Guard Plague Marine Champion and my first Saurus Warrior.
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I've posted an update on the campaign @ahmadmaysra22.bsky.social and I have been working on. We're very close and very hopeful about meeting the travel goal for when the Rafah crossing opens. ❤️
chuffed.org/project/1493...
chuffed.org/project/1493...
Help Maysara and his family evacuate Gaza
From Maysara:
chuffed.org
December 23, 2025 at 8:13 PM
I've posted an update on the campaign @ahmadmaysra22.bsky.social and I have been working on. We're very close and very hopeful about meeting the travel goal for when the Rafah crossing opens. ❤️
chuffed.org/project/1493...
chuffed.org/project/1493...
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“Türchen“ No. 19 of the #NerdlingAdventCalendar25
Just finished these two classic Imperial Stormtroopers I got via the very cool @prideonparade.bsky.social project.
It took me a while but here they finally are fighting for trans rights.
#Nerdlings
#WarhammerCommunity
#JHBackdrops
Just finished these two classic Imperial Stormtroopers I got via the very cool @prideonparade.bsky.social project.
It took me a while but here they finally are fighting for trans rights.
#Nerdlings
#WarhammerCommunity
#JHBackdrops
December 19, 2025 at 4:35 AM
“Türchen“ No. 19 of the #NerdlingAdventCalendar25
Just finished these two classic Imperial Stormtroopers I got via the very cool @prideonparade.bsky.social project.
It took me a while but here they finally are fighting for trans rights.
#Nerdlings
#WarhammerCommunity
#JHBackdrops
Just finished these two classic Imperial Stormtroopers I got via the very cool @prideonparade.bsky.social project.
It took me a while but here they finally are fighting for trans rights.
#Nerdlings
#WarhammerCommunity
#JHBackdrops
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My newest #battletech minis commission, a pair of Clan Ghost Bear 'Mechs in a custom scheme.
December 18, 2025 at 4:57 PM
My newest #battletech minis commission, a pair of Clan Ghost Bear 'Mechs in a custom scheme.
If any of you can help my friend out I would appreciate it. I seem to be sharing a lot of these lately but times, it seems, are tough.
I try my best not to beg, but if anyone feels especially giving this holiday season and would like to directly help someone in need, I could really use some shelf-stable food that doesn't need heated (as I have no way to cook it)
throne.com/burakkuhardt
throne.com/burakkuhardt
December 18, 2025 at 6:34 PM
If any of you can help my friend out I would appreciate it. I seem to be sharing a lot of these lately but times, it seems, are tough.
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My interactive fiction game from @choiceofgames.bsky.social came out five years ago today! Consider buying it so that it might one day earn out its advance! :D
The Luminous Underground
Blast spirits out of a haunted subway system! Can your team defeat rival exterminators, shoddy gear, and City Hall?
www.choiceofgames.com
December 17, 2025 at 10:31 PM
My interactive fiction game from @choiceofgames.bsky.social came out five years ago today! Consider buying it so that it might one day earn out its advance! :D
I think I got lost somewhere along the path after "I quite like hot food actually" and now I'm at "I use chili powder as a thickening agent" and starting to regret my life choices as my dinner starts making me faintly dizzy but part of me still wishes the food had more spice...
December 17, 2025 at 8:39 PM
I think I got lost somewhere along the path after "I quite like hot food actually" and now I'm at "I use chili powder as a thickening agent" and starting to regret my life choices as my dinner starts making me faintly dizzy but part of me still wishes the food had more spice...
Check this out too, over on the campaign page! I know I've been a little slow recently but mental health is what it is; frankly it's nice to have some good news to post after the last few weeks :)
Trans rights still matter. Trans rights will always matter.
Trans rights still matter. Trans rights will always matter.
Had another £20 to donate to Mermaids today :)
It's a long road ahead, and each step might seem small but it's all forward motion.
It's a long road ahead, and each step might seem small but it's all forward motion.
December 17, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Check this out too, over on the campaign page! I know I've been a little slow recently but mental health is what it is; frankly it's nice to have some good news to post after the last few weeks :)
Trans rights still matter. Trans rights will always matter.
Trans rights still matter. Trans rights will always matter.