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Wow. Great work! I really like this! You don't often see MOCs this big. -Matt

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Yeah, other than a few of the figs, I am not totally sold on this. the QAR looks much better and has plenty of parts I could use. I believe I will just be getting that. If you are a huge fan of the Pearl though, I could certainly see this being a good buy.

Hello all! May I present my entry for the contest: The Compass Word Count: 299 (whew!) “You’re looking for a compass that doesn’t point to north.” Captain Redbeard spoke, emphasizing each word while eyeing the tip of the cutlass pointed at his heart. “If it’s a broken compass you’re after, I’m sure that threats be not needed.” He grinned, exposing a row of yellowed teeth which matched his skin almost perfectly. In the most casual manner he could manage, Commodore Norrington lowered his cutlass and walked to the row of windows at the back of the cabin. “I wouldn’t have bothered leaving the comfort of my ship to come and speak with you had the item in question been merely an ordinary broken compass.” Norrington peered out the windows for a moment, assuring himself that the Interceptor was still sitting just off the starboard quarter of Redbeard’s ship before turning back to the pirate captain. “And if I were in your position, I would be watching my tongue more carefully.” Redbeard stood from his chair and turned toward Norrington bringing his full height to bear upon the smaller man. “Enough with this dance. Yes, I know of the compass, it was once mounted on the wheel of this very ship. The cursed thing never worked right.” “And where is it now!” Norrington spoke, closing the distance between himself and the pirate. Redbeard smiled and lifted an apple from an assortment of fruits on his table. “I am afraid a young member of my crew absconded with it in the dead of night several years back. He was pale and defiant, much like yourself.” Commodore Norrington swallowed hard. “Jack Sparrow,” he sputtered. The words poured from his mouth like poison. Redbeard laughed and bit into the apple letting the juice flow freely down his chin. “I believe he now goes by the name Captain Jack Sparrow.”

Thanks for your comments blackpyre! I realized the thing about the origins of the compass halfway through writing this, but I decided that it was worth it to get in the joke about the not-quite-functional compass that came with the old pirate sets. Who knows? Perhaps the Voodoo Witch was lying to us? ;)

Thanks for your comments and corrections! I need all the help I can get with punctuation.

I really, really love this entry! Awesome work!

Yeah, I must agree with others here. I am not a fan of the "Bonus Points" idea. Id rather win or not win based on the merits of my entry. Not wether I participated in past contests or "liked" a Facebook page. Just my opinion.

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Stunningly good work! You make it look easy. (even though we all know it isn't)

Lovely work. Great action and detail!

Man, It's difficult 'cause I have poured over these beautiful images so many times while working (slowly) on my own ship. 3 Points - 6. La Mort Royale - She is just the most beautiful and perfect example of what I love in a LEGO sailing vessel. 2 Points - 23. Egregious - I had to go with a non-Captain Green Hair ship, and this is a beauty. The story that accompanies this build is what really made it special for me. 1 Point - 10. French Navy Xebec - I honestly don't care for Xebecs much in real life, but this ship just looks fast and mean! Beautiful lines and beautifully re-created in LEGO! Great work everyone!

Very interesting discovery. http://gothamist.com/2010/07/15/ahoy_18th_century_ship_found_at_wor.php

Well it was new to me and I thought you guys might enjoy it.

I would be interested in this as well. I've been thinking about getting this going with my wife for a while.

You may abuse my Sigfig as well! Name: Captain Matthew Foster Allegiance: Redcoats (or English, depending on the day.)

Well, this does surprise me, but it really makes sense considering that the Pirates line only lasted a year and had (seemingly) a good run of it. Replacing it with POTC next year seems very reasonable. Here is hoping we get some really great parts! My ship could use 'em!

Stunning work! The best LEGO ship I've seen. It has inspired me to re-work my own. Congrats!

She looks beautiful! It is great to see her still sailing. (makes me want to get back to finishing up my little ship...)

Beautiful work! Very unique in it's design, yet very realistic as well! The Best Brig I've ever seen. It wouldn't happen to have an interior would it?

Oh this pains my soul! Good thing we can preserve it in LEGO form!

Lovely! This ship will give me everything I need to complete my own ship!

You can Add Captain Matthew Forcum's signiture to that petition!

Eugh. I spent 500 bucks on Pirate stuff this year. At least I can say I've done my part in trying to keep it around. No new sets? No new sets. Pff! Vikings had a better run that this!

Excellent build! I am truely impressed! She looks very tough indeed.