Captain Braunsfeld

Those armors probably did not exist at the time Spot on. That vault was what I had in mind for this scene. In the movie, the stairs leading down are not round but squared. But as this is all way back in time, the overall look has to be a bit different Yes, that is bad. This is why I had them made. Initially using decals but then I found somebody who would print those torsos for me. No, this is the REAL gold. The story is already getting too complicated "a glint of green" - maybe

Thanks. This was a "re-shoot" I had to do because I had not planned for the Marquis initially. "Où est la banane?" = The dictionary is a very good idea!

Yes you may. This is fantastic. And as it comes from a guy called Powder Monkey how could I resist putting it on the frontpage?

You found a fine way of story-telling using those vignettes and the text to go along with it. And having it all in one post is also a good idea. (I have to do all this chaptering... And after each new chapter, I edit the old one to have a link to the new chapter, etc. ...) Those links to the further parts might be helpful - but then you'll be updating too all the time. You're pictures are fine: posing, lighting, details. And be happy that you can go with just one picture. For my chapter 7 I took more than 100 pictures, from which I downselected those that would support the story in the best possible way. But it takes so much time

Congratulations!

Elegant design, simplicity and a 100% brick-built approach are the key features of @Quotenotto's creation. Find out more about this fine vessel in the LEGO Pirates Forum!

You have used some new building techniques here - excellent!

Sometimes I keep forgetting what I still have to reveal to the readers. In this episode it was ok

That is exactly what I thought when I saw this creation by Sleepless Night. I used to build with white walls and red roofs. But now all colours are possible!

Get your ball hover today! Pontelli, Eslandola Avenue 36

Oh, I am not sure about the colour of the marquis, so I just checked: he comes in brown fur. (Although in that picture above I'd say he's reddish brown. I may have several incarnations of the marquis)

I think you are basically fine. Unless you also want this guy: And this was my take on 6260: The "real" classic monkey was, of course, brown. Reddish brown came in later. (And brown bricks tend to break. I hope this never happens to one of my monkeys...)

Why did nobody tell me? (Thanks )

Mask making thief? Again? Who would have thought... There was. At a time, but not anymore. You can see the vault in chapter 7!

Our heroes quickly make use of the help they got in the last chapter: Herlock Sholmes and his friends – accompanied by four soldiers - enter the large vaults under the Bank of Pontelli Sholmes: “If you like gold, this is a stairway to heaven.” Marquis: (grins) Sholmes: "Except, of course, that it leads down instead of up." Marquis: “Vous vous vous!” Sholmes: “And, yes, Marquis, you are right. All that glitters here, is, in fact, gold.” Marquis: (nods) They stop in awe. The gold of Pontelli! Sholmes: “I think I know why the Marquis is so excited.” Dr. Sonwat: “Why?” Sholmes: “I assume that some of the gold ingots are his.” Marquis: (shakes his head) Sholmes: “I correct: most of the gold ingots here, are his.” Marquis: (nods) Dr. Sonwat: “Amazing. Is it really possible to make so much money from playing poker?” Sholmes: “a) Yes - if you keep winning, that is. b) It helps, if you do not spend much on the other hand.” Marquis: (nods) Sholmes: “Ok, but we are not here to admire the riches of the Bank of Pontelli.” Hallcroft Py: “Then why exactly are we here?” Sholmes: “We must hide behind the columns and wait in silence.” Hallcroft Py: “Wait – for what?” Sholmes: “For somebody we have met before.” And so they wait… … while the Marquis is jumping up and down and glancing at his gold occasionally... ... long minutes turn to hours... … when suddenly there is a noise… a pounding that is coming nearer… … until cracks start to appear in the wall … ... who can it be now? (to be continued) The story so far: Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 (you are here) Chapter 8 Sorry about that cliffhanger. Usually they are intentional, but this time the chapter was getting way to long, I had to cut in in two parts

Thanks. I think it is some old indigenous art but not necessarily King Fernando Do not forget that he is a Marquis from Oleon. And he always starts with "vous vous vous!". Who does? You can always count on those noblemen!

He's right, you know

Fine rigging! The ship is very elegant. Makes it look slimmer than it probably is. Sounds like you want to introduce the next faction to BoBS But we need the Dutch guys first. They were doing quite well as a sea power.

It doesn't sound like it is going to end well for Don Estaban. But the ship is huge and fantastic!

A gripping story, very well told - with one excellent picture to go with it. You have surely raised the bar (but I will have no problem to pass underneath ) for story-telling here. To Hercule!

Quite impressive!

Congratulations!

Sometimes one picture tells a whole story. Such is the case with Imcpicture's creation "Class 3 microship", which makes you yearn for the seas (or was it "pine for the fjords"?). You will find this fine MOC in the LEGO Pirates Forum.

On the way to the headquarters of Pontelli’s city guards they meet the Marquis: Sonwat to Sholmes: “How did he get here so quickly?” Sholmes: “He probably took his speedboat.” Sonwat: I thought he is rich. Why does he always wear that same brown fur suit? Sholmes: You know how the truely rich people are. They tend to dress more normal than the average guy on the street. They just don't need to show off. (to the Marquis) “My friend, Marquis. Would you like to join us? We are following an interesting lead.” Marquis: “Vous vous vous!” Sholmes: “That is fantastic.” (to Sonwat): “He has won his poker tournament.” They enter the city guard’s building and approach an Eslandolean officer sitting at his desk: Sholmes: “Good day, my good captain. I am Herlock Sholmes and these are Dr. Sonwat and the Marquis. Does my friend Colonel Brickinson happen to be around?” Officer: “Unfortunately not, Sir. What an honour to see you here, Mr. Sholmes. How can I help?” Marquis: “Est-ce que quelqu’un a vu une banane?“ Officer: „What did the nobleman say?” Sonwat: “He says we have evidence that a gang of criminals from Belson, Corrington is currently operating in Pontelli.” Officer: „Shocking! What can we do about it?” Marquis: “Je voudrais manger une banane.” Officer: „What did he say?” Sonwat (giving the Marquis a banana): “He says that a certain building has to be surveyed. And we probably need some soldiers.” Officer: “Which building. And why?” Marquis: “Et maintenant, j'aimerais boire quelque chose. Je prends de liqueur de banane.” Officer: “Pardon me?” Sonwat (handing the Marquis a bottle): “The building is in Merryweather Road – No. 10. We suspect that the loot is in the building and the criminals must not leave with it.” Officer: “I will send you six men to support your operation. They will follow your orders. And I will inform Colonel Brickinson as soon as he returns.” Marquis: “Oh, j'ai parlé Olean tout le temps. Je suis désolé.” Officer: „What did he say?” Sonwat: “He says that the guards of Pontelli are doing a great job again.” Officer: “Thank you, Sir! Always at your service, Marquis!” Sholmes: “We need two men to survey Merryweather Road #10. And four men must come with me at once.” Officer: “Where to?” Sholmes: “To the Bank of Pontelli, of course. That is what the criminals are after.” (to be continued) What does the Marquis actually say? The story so far: Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 (you are here) Chapter 7 Of course, this was a strong simplification of the real scene, where Sholmes was talking in Corrington and the officer in Eslandolean. The complexity had to be reduced for the sake of the story. I hope you understand.