Filibbooo

Really nice one!!! I have the utmost respect for those who create such great ship shapes!! *Chapeau*

Here are some "precious" photos more ... To plan the boundaries of the rocks or beach line I used some 2x2 bricks and 1x1 round bricks. This helped a lot at the beginning to find the right base shape. I wanted to implement a waterfall and a crocodile hide-out. To plan the location and the height of the waterfall I created a very easy mock-up of it with with bricks. The two red 2x4 bricks in the front of the picture mark the passage of the rock arch. After the boundaries were clear I continued with the "beach work". I also like to work with marked coordinates (see the next picture: the green and red 1x2 plates) so as not to lose the positions for specific spots, e.g. the 45° turned suspension bridge. The position for the bridge is marked with dark tan wedge plates as well. The rock work was really challenging again. Especially the rock arch on the front beach. But after this effort I was really satisfied with the result. And I think the several hours I spent paid-off?! For the rocks I use mainly standard (inverted) slopes. To create nicer shapes it's recommended to use modified bricks for changing the direction of build. First, a rock prison was not planned. But while building the path to the bridge I got the idea to have a nice "rock-built-in" prison. For this another arch was created as well. Bird View on the prison Inner circle, the crocodile hide-out, is completely stocked with plants. On the following photo you can see that I used "cheap" door frames to build the structure inside. To provide an excellent and comfortable stay in the rock prison I built a small window with waterfall view. One of the most interesting part of the build was the suspension of the bridge. For that I used some flexible hoses in reddish brown. I tried a lot of techniques to link them to the rock. Then I got the idea to thread them through modified brick with axle holes. On the other end of the modified bricks the endings of the hose were linked to plates modified 1x2 with bar arm up. Here we go: Now I hope, the magic is still their, after revealing detail pictures ... ?! :-)

Thank you so much!! Unfortunately I haven't created instructions for this island yet. But to be able to rebuild it again, I should. Until then I surely may provide you with some work-in-process photos.

Thanks a lot. Yes, I also thought the additional palm tree would apply a better balance to the island. Thank you! The arching took a lot of time. Many tries were needed until the result satisfied me! Thanks a lot! The hanging bridge also was an adventure to build Maybe I can post some work-in-process photos ... Stay tuned!

Really nice!! I love the "rock face". Well designed!

Finally, I finished it! My biggest MOC, until now. TREASURE ISLAND. It took me nearly 3 weeks to create it from scratch. I used about 6,000 parts. Some days I got stuck a little bit, because I had no plan how to continue. Additionally I ran out of parts, so that I immediately ordered new ones! The island is divided into 2 modular bases (48x48). Can also be connected to my LEGO IDEAS creation "Imperial Outpost" (You can vote here for it please, if you like LEGO IDEAS - IMPERIAL OUTPOST ) Features: Path to the top Secret waterfall with "surprise" at the bottom (The people say, there a crocodile awaits its victims) Rock prison (can be revealed by removing a part of the rock) Suspension bridge Hidden treasure cave with illuminated diamond wall (can be revealed by removing a part of the rock) Fountain lake on top Hatching of the sea turtles Hope you'll like it!? Attached to the IMPERIAL OUTPOST So, now it's time to go to sleep!

This I made for making the MOC scenery more flexible ...:

I found a clever way to make the scenery more flexible. Mini-builds can be easily added or swapped. I attached a technic lift mechanism to pop-out the plain empty ocean segment. what do you think?

Wow. Really great work. Looks amazing. I love how yow managed to get a perfect shape of the hull.

Haha, yes. First I was not happy with this solution, but now I like it. It keeps the rock more stable. A solution with sliding mechanism or hinges would also be nice, but I also had to decide according the parts I had available. Now the extension work stopped. I ran out of dark bluish grey slopes for the rocks. Waiting now for my new ordered parts ...

Yes. There is a part of the rock which can be easily pulled out. Here we go:

Really nice work!! Looks awesome!!!

Thanks a lot, again! Hmm, due to the fact that I built it straight in real, it's difficult to say how many pieces I used. I didn't count, but I guess it's about 2,000 parts.

Wow!! What a nice progress ... Love that ornaments at the afterdeck.

TREASURE ISLAND - Pt. 1 - Imperial Outpost Extension The extension includes a lost cursed treasure cave with illuminated diamond wall and a "cute" sea turtles hatching scenery on beach. This module is built on 48x48 baseplate like the Imperial Outpost. Inside the cave there is a wall including diamonds which are illuminated by activating the light brick (pushing on the barrel on top of the rock). I hope this additional scenery will please you as well?! More is in planning. At the moment I'm working on Pt.2 of treasure island. Now it's time for a coffee! Haha, yes!!! :-) WOW!!! That's a true honor! Thanks "Classic-Pirates"!!!!

Yes, I am. Just click on my forum profile. There you may find the link.

This is the start of a "try" to create a modular pirate "scenery". This Outpost made the beginning. But 2020 I also designed a pirate's island called "Crocodile Island". This one I also could present here in close future?! Now I am creating some island modules (48x48). First module is finished and already attached to my Imperial Outpost. Let's see where this plan ends?! Maybe I could provide some photos of an "extended" Outpost scenery?! Maybe the fact, that I want it to be "modular" to attach other sceneries ...?! Pirate modular sets ... What a dream?!

Nice little "agile" caravel! I like the positioning of the sails!

Good idea. Here we go, some work-in-progress pictures of the base: I decided to divide the base into two layers for easier positioning of the building. It was the best decision, afterwards. Really comfortable build! Thank you very much!! Hopefully the magic is still there, after posting the "work-in-progress" pictures?! WOW!! Very kind!! I feel really honored!! Thanks @Mister Phes! Big THANK YOU! Yeah, that was the reason why I started the project. I am still a big fan of the nostalgic pirate sets ... but now transferred into a new age with new building opportunities! Thanks, a lot!!

I simply love this build! Amazing ship! I also like the removable decks!

Aww, big THANK YOU! ... I would be very honored! Thank you! Thanks a lot! To place the building rotated was a little challenge, but I found a good way to do it relatively easy.

Thank you very much! :-) Yes, I have tried to design the water color in a way that creates holiday feelings. Thanks so much as well. Yeah, thought about the hidden cave, but it would increase the amount of pieces too much. Then this MOC would have over 3,000 pcs. I I'm not sure if this is accepted on LEGO IDEAS. According their guidelines, an idea shouldn't have more parts than 3,000. But yes a hidden cave underneath would still be great.

WOW!! A dream! Really nice work!! I'm impressed! But one thing is missing: Jack Aubrey's violine

This is soooo nice. Really classic! Never "old-fashioned"! This pirates periode was the best up to now! Really a precious collection!!

 Ahoy everyone, as I was a child, LEGO pirates was the toy number one for me. Now, 30 years later, the fascination of "pirates" still persists, which led me to create this set. This creation is my first bigger MOC consists of about 2,800 pieces. The first version was created in spring 2020 when this COVID19 forced us to stay at home. It took me 3 months the create a digital version of it with Stud.io. Thereafter I also wanted to build it with real bricks and ordered all parts I needed. Another 3 months later I could start building it. The hardest thing was to get both "new" soldiers AND rare parts from the pirates universe like the palm trunk parts. This year I pushed myself to make some updates on it Building or shaping the rock base was the most challenging part which made a lot of fun. But for the rockwork I decided to build it in real from scratch. Additional 3 months passed until I was satisfied with the result. The outpost is divided into several sections to allow better access to the rooms: Base level: Guard platform with prison and cannon station, guardroom and dock. First level: Admiral's Room with navigation/chart table and a shelf full of naval books. Second level: Observation deck If you like my Imperial Outpost, then I am very happy about your vote on LEGO IDEAS. LEGO IDEAS - Imperial Outpost SUPPORT NOW It would be great, if this creation came to life. "Let's bring back the pirates!" And now some pictures. Drink up me hearties and enjoy! 🏴‍☠️☠🦜 Yours, Capt. Filibbooo SUPPORT NOW