Marooned Marin Posted April 30 Posted April 30 6236 King Kahuka, also known as Indigo Chief's Throne, was released in 1994., and here is the modern redesign of the same, made and submitted for the LEGO Twist of Nostalgia challenge. DESCRIPTION Like the original, it's a tiny island with a throne but with the modern twist which includes a sacred treasure that has been hidden for generations. Rumor has it that the King has filled the caves throughout his realm with similar chests, all protected by a powerful voodoo magic against pirates and Imperial soldiers alike. To roam his realm, or simply go fishing in the clear blue waters around his island, Kahuka has at his disposal a stylish outrigger canoe (already seen on Tapu Island) Total parts: 250 - this was the challenge limit, do more with less, much like what we had with the Classic-Pirates Mini category for the last two years. INSPIRED BY "Unlike the lead figures from the Soldier and Guard factions, who tended to stick to the relative safety of higher-priced sets, the King was included in most of the Islander sets, including his own tiny 6263 King Kahuka. Kahuka was one of the few Pirates characters, along with Ironhook, Red Beard, and Broadside, to have his name featured in a set." This informative piece of writing comes from A Guide to the Pirates Mini-figures - Part IV, written and published by @Mister Phes and @TalonCard. This is a must read for anyone sailing this forum. Click here learn more - LINK 360° ANIMATION Quote
Jack Sassy Posted May 1 Posted May 1 A beautiful design! Like ye said, this could have very well been a part of the Classic Pirates contest. I especially adore the sleek boat design. Good job! 17 hours ago, Marooned Marin said: A Guide to the Pirates Mini-figures - Part IV Ah, that takes me back to when I first discovered it. Good research! Quote
Marooned Marin Posted May 3 Author Posted May 3 Thanks @Jack Sassy I hope your mighty ship is coming along. Any chance you will have it finished soon? Quote
Jack Sassy Posted May 3 Posted May 3 3 hours ago, Marooned Marin said: Any chance you will have it finished soon? I am stuck on the captain's cabin as the stern design turned out too blocky. I do hope to finish it before the end of this year, but no promises shall be made. Yer designs are always a good inspiration and motivation for me to continue with this long overdue project. Quote
GeoBrick Posted May 4 Posted May 4 I just love how the rocky outcrop of the island is turned into an Islander statue. Quote
Franco Clarke Posted May 4 Posted May 4 That's a great little build, the hidden treasure chest feels like such a classic pirate detail too. Quote
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