# Military Base Computer Cases The Secret Base Case Mod Features Soldiers and Mechs By Michael Hines | Published 2013-12-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secret-base-case-mod References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2013/12/21/secret-base-pc-casemod/) & [wired](http://www.wired.com/design/2013/12/case-mod-masterpiece/) If you thought slapping a sticker on your laptop was a good way to customize it, then you clearly haven't seen Hiroto Ikeuchi's Secret Base case mod. The Japanese designer turned his computer into a military base complete with soldiers, tanks and even mechs. In addition to customizing his computer, the designer also tricked out [his keyboard, mouse and monitor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/base-case). The Secret Base case mod admittedly looks more like something you'd find in a toy chest as opposed to an actual computer. Still, Ikeuchi's creation functions first and foremost as a computer, despite the fact that [it's mouse looks like a tank](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-shark-x). No word on whether or not the Secret base case mod required Ikeuchi to mod his desk, but it's probably safe to say that he had to either buy a new one or do some reorganizing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Custom Computer Case Mods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and creating unique and personalized computer cases that go beyond mere stickers or decals. - **Toy-inspired Computer Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing computer peripherals and accessories that are inspired by toys and games to add a playful and unique touch to workspaces. - **Military-themed Computer Setup:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating military-themed computer setups with custom keyboards, mice, and monitors that offer a distinctive and immersive user experience for gaming or professional use. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new designs and materials to create visually appealing and functional computer cases and peripherals that cater to personalization. - **Gaming Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with game developers and designers to develop computer accessories that enhance the gaming experience by incorporating toy-inspired elements. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partnering with computer hardware manufacturers to create military-themed computer setups that seamlessly blend with interior design aesthetics in offices and gaming spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sneaker-Styled Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-sneaker-x.md) - [Internal PC Case Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pc-case-desk.md) - [High-Performance LED Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerocool-menace-saturn-rgb-tower-case.md) - [Minimalist Computer Chassis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-2.md) - [Timber eSports Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberwood-pc-case.md) - [Retro-Inspired PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro95.md) - [Custom Anime-Themed Gaming Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaiju-no-8-pc.md) - [In-Desk Gaming PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unevn.md) - [Minimalist Professional PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyte-revolt-3-itx-pc-case.md)