A shipment of protective gear sets intended for a group of foreign mercenaries was intercepted and modified by unknown individuals. A week later, the entire shipment appeared on the market and gained popularity among stalkers. According to a couple of mechanics, some of the engineering solutions resemble the work of Black Market craftsmen. Instead of responding, Baron chose to remain silent, and soon it was revealed that the Black Market was indeed not related to the first Brigand. However, a year later, Baron announced the appearance of identical equipment sets.