Archive for February, 2009

Another big lot of new sets for sale on eBay!

Monday, February 16th, 2009

You ever wanted to buy all of these wonderful new Pirates sets at once? Too tired or waisted on Rum to drive to the stores? Just buy them on eBay!

We found a lot which contains them all:

Buy these Pirates ships and soldiers sets on eBay!

All of them in one package!

Want more eBay finds? Go to the Pirates forum at once, matey!

Classic Pirate Minifigure Re-released

Monday, February 16th, 2009
Go over to the Pirates forum to discuss the Minifigure collection!

Two space dudes? We wanted two Pirates!

Whilst the new LEGO® Pirate minifigures are arguably more aesthetically pleasing, there’s a certain nostalgic element surrounding those from the original line. As part of their Vintage Minifigure Collections, The LEGO Group have unsurprisingly included a pirate figure.

However, many would have expected to see a more famous and charismatic pirate brought back, such as Captain Redbeard/Roger.

Why, then, do we get a minifig that only appeared in 3 sets (6289 Red Beard Runner, 6281 Pirates’ Perilous Pitfall, 6249 Pirates Ambush)?

The later pirates from the original line are more similar in design to the new ones, so this could be the reason. Or could The LEGO Group be closely monitoring AFOL demand trends? Of all the classic pirate torsos, the one bearing the anchor tattoo is the second most expensive, sometimes selling for as much as $12!

The Vintage Minifigure Collection is expected to retail for $17.99 in the USA, so this rare torso could stimulate a high demand for the set.

What do you think? Should Captain Roger/Redbeard, often used as the “flagship” minifigure for the LEGO Pirate line at Legoland parks and on official merchandise, have been brought back instead of the “anchor pirate”?

Would you get the whole Collection just for one minifig?

Discuss it in the Pirate forum!

One supersized Battle Cannon by RTN LNA

Sunday, February 15th, 2009
A CAD MOC of the huge Tsar Cannon!

Satan's weapon on Earth

Are the LEGO® cannons not big enough for you? Then here is your answer!

Click to discuss RTN LNA’s Tsar Cannon in the Pirate Forum!

P.S. I Love You by Captain Zuloo

Saturday, February 14th, 2009

“Two pirate lovers who were captured many years ago sit in their cells writing to each other on this special day. Little do they know that they are so close…”

So close, yet so far.

So close, yet so far.

Captain Zuloo presents us with this MOC of everlasting love and devotion. If only they could see through that big grey brick wall…

Come on over to the pirate forum to discuss P.S. I Love You.

Review: 6242 Soldiers’ Fort by Grevious

Friday, February 13th, 2009

Grevious has written a lovely review of set #6242 Soldiers’ Fort

In-depth review of 6242 Soldiers' Fort.

What secrets does this fort hold?

Learn about all of the Soldiers’ Fort’s details, view detailed photos of the minifigs and discover everything there is to know about this exciting part of the new LEGO® Pirates line.

Check out Grevious’s exciting 6242 Soldiers’ Fort review
in the Pirate Forum!

Port Royal, by Patriot720

Thursday, February 12th, 2009

One of our newer forum members, Patriot720, has made another beautiful MOC for us! Port Royal, a civilian port village, with an Imperial Trading Post cleverly built into its right side for protection against the evil Pirates attack!

Click here to discuss Patriot720's MOC in the Pirates forum!

Imperial Trading Post DeLuxe

It is clear Patriot720 was inspired by both the PTV contest and Pirates Month. We are certain we will see many more great works from this magnificient builder!

 So come on over to the Pirates forum to discuss Patriot720’s Port Royal!

Hispabrick Magazine 003

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Hispabrick magazine is a fan based Spanish LEGO® magazine. The magazine covers LEGO topics such as MOCs, events, building techniques/tips and interviews. The magazine is available for download from their website in Spanish and English for those readers who don’t fluently understand Spanish language.

Hispabrick magazine is also avilible in English

Hispabrick magazine is also avalible in English

Hispabrick’s latest issue features a small pirate section that goes back to the beginning of the Pirates theme and discusses what impact it has had on the LEGO company and community.

Click to discuss Hispabrick LEGO Magazine in the Pirate forum.

Rope Bridge Raid MOC – by Infomaniac

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

The vicious island cannibals are attacking the pirates trying to escape with their stolen loot. The only way is to cross the crooked old bridge. Will they make their get away or will the cannibals catch them first?

The hungry cannibals are attacking the pirates! Who will come out on top?

The hungry Cannibals are attacking the pirates! Who will come out on top?

Infomaniac created this MOC showing some starving islanders trying to ‘catch’ their dinner. but their meal just stole their emperor’s most valuable treasure and are making a break for it. The only way to escape is to cross the rickety old rope bridge. Will they make it?

Click here to discuss Rope Bridge Raid a MOC by Infomaniac in the pirate forum.

Super Brickbeard’s Bounty!, a MOD by Dr. Lucky

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009
Click here to discuss the Super Brickbeards Bounty in the Pirate Forum!

For Dr.Lucky, big just ain't big enough!

Dr. Lucky: ”I built my Brickbeard’s Bounty the other day, and it was cool, but not big enough.
When I was a kid, I remember just how huge the Black Seas Barracuda seemed, and I really wanted that experience again.
Of course, a lot of time has passed since then. I’ve grown up, and that memory has had 19 years to expand.
I need to make Brickbeard’s Bounty much bigger!”

Click to discuss the bigger version of the Brickbeard’s Bounty in the Pirate Forum!

New sets spotted!

Monday, February 9th, 2009
Discuss these LEGO Pirates magnets in the Pirate Forum!

Three on a row!

Discuss this great Pirates keychain in the Pirate Forum!

Brickbeard's will guard your keys for you!

Our member, Wouwie, has spotted a Captain Keyring and a Pirates Magnet set!

Discuss this find with the other members in the Pirate Forum!

Modified 6242 Soldiers Fort by RichardAM

Monday, February 9th, 2009

The Soldiers Fort, one of the great new LEGO® sets that came out in the Pirates theme this year and a hang out for soldiers everywhere. It also happens to be the basis of RichardAM’s new MOC.

View the Modified 6242 MOC by RichardAM in the Classic Pirates forum

A hang out for soldiers everywhere...

He has completely redesigned the modules and rearranged the accessories. The new sections include a large variety of buildings, cupboards and armaments completing the MOC.

However much this MOC is different to the original, it still keeps i’s modular functionality. Richard has also changed some of the minifigs included in the set to the older Pirate torsos, thus adding some a nostalgic LEGO® feel to the MOC.

Discuss this Modified 6242, a MOC by RichardAM in the Classic-Pirates.com forum.

Poll: Your favourite small Classic Pirate sailing ship

Sunday, February 8th, 2009

Click here to vote for your favourite small Classic-Pirate sailing ship in the pirate forum

Size does not matter in this poll as it happens to be all about small ships. More precisely, the small Classic-Pirate sailing vessels that we have grown to love or loath over the years. Choose form a selection of 5 choices in your favourite pirate forum.

Click to vote on your favourite small pirate ship in the Classic-Pirates.com forum

Treasure Map by Majek

Saturday, February 7th, 2009

Majek brings us his MOC, “Treasure Map.”

X marks the spot!

The adventurers have followed their ancient maps to the red “X” marking the spot where the treasure is buried. But wait! How did two different treasure hunters find the same map? And what will they find when they dig?

For more pictures and the full story, 
discuss Treasure Map by Majek in the Pirate Forum!

The Empress MOC by Paul cantu

Friday, February 6th, 2009

After the Governor had completed taking over the island, enslaving the locals and generally causing a mess and havoc, he stole from the islanders riches deep within their fragile mines. After stealing millions worth of gold and treasure, what better to do than build a new ship and cover it with the new riches.

What better to do than build a new ship and cover it with the new riches!

What better to do than build a new ship and cover it with the new riches!

Paul cantu’s recent ship ‘The Empress’ has been created using a modular design and features a clever background story, cabins with detailed interior and gold plating!

Click to discuss The Empress by Paul cantu in the Classic-Pirates.com forum.



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