Base end: The peg at the bottom of each stem slots into the standard round hole on a flying base. It's a press-fit — snug enough to hold during play. Add a drop of superglue for a permanent bond if preferred. Works with any OBS flying base that has a stem hole.

Model end: The ball-top press-fits into a hole drilled in the model's underside. Drill slightly smaller than the ball diameter for a snug friction fit — the model sits firmly during play but lifts off for transport and storage.

Straight vs curved: A straight stem lifts the model vertically — ideal for hovering, floating, or statically elevated poses. For dynamic leaping or swooping poses, see the curved flying stems in the OBS range.

Designed for infantry and small-to-medium models that need elevation — jump troops, jetbikes, drones, skimmers, and any model that hovers or flies. The ball-top mount requires a drilled hole in the model (a pin vice with the correct diameter bit is all you need).

The base peg fits the standard round stem hole found on most flying bases. Pairs naturally with OBS flying bases in 25mm, 32mm, and 40mm sizes. If your flying base doesn't have a hole, drill one to accept the peg.

Part of the Open Basing System (OBS)

One Ecosystem · Every Size · Every Shape

OBS is a modular basing ecosystem designed as a whole — not a random collection of bestsellers. Every size, shape, converter, and tray is planned to work together. Independent and gamer-built.

New products added regularly — the OBS range is always growing.

Use a pin vice to drill a hole in the model's underside slightly smaller than the ball diameter. Start with a smaller bit and step up until the ball fits snugly. Drill into a flat, concealed area — a foot sole, torso centre, or under a cloak. The hole needs to be deep enough that the ball seats fully for a secure grip.

The taller stem works for models hovering high above the battlefield — jetbikes, drones, and dramatic flying poses. The shorter one suits models just lifting off or skimming low. Use different heights across a squad of jump troops for visual variety.

Ball-top too loose in the model? Wrap a tiny strip of masking tape around the ball. Too tight? Gently sand with fine-grit sandpaper. The base peg should press-fit into the flying base hole — if loose, a drop of CA gel secures it permanently.

The stems are transparent so they disappear on the table. Avoid getting primer, paint, or texture paste on them. If you're basing around a glued-in stem, mask it with tape first.