With Crowd Support for BrickLink Designer Program Series 11 drawing to a close, it be time to highlight some of the specular designs.
At the time of writing, only four pirate-themed designs have achieved Finalist status; two pirate designs, two imperial designs. So now be time for something fresh… let’s give the Indigo Islanders a moment of glory!
King Kahuka is back, baby! I mean matey…
SevenDeadlyStreamers, sailin’ under the fearsome banner of 7DeadlyBricks, has unleashed not one, but but a full‑blown TRIO of Islander designs to Series 11, so let’s hope ONE paddles over the line…
“Forgotten Cove” / 6262 Forbidden Cove Remake
In response to the BrickLink Designer Team’s request for smaller designs, SevenDeadlyStreamers aims to target different part ranges; starting with the modest 992-part to the grandiose 3,553-part .
“Legacy Islands” / Indigo Islander sub-theme remake
Upon this voyage, we shall explore the mid-sized marvel, the 2,114-part “Mysterious Isle”, shrouded in jungle mist and guarded by ancient stone moai…
SevenDeadlyStreamers writes:
Taken from the BrickLink Designer webpage.
I took inspiration from Enchanted Island to create this modern model that is a trip down memory lane for fans of this amazing 90s LEGO theme!
I also reimagined the pirate’s sloop with design elements from the incredible Skull’s Eye Schooner and Renegade Runner!
Mysterious Isle
Them what’s familiar with 6278 Enchanted Island will have noticed Mysterious Isle is a modernised version of that set, rung through the BrickLink Designer palette.
How’s this for an update?
Because the part palette is limited to elements in production, BrickLink designers are often forced to employ creative substitutions.
Of the many departures, the most significant deviation is the brick-built terrain in-lieu of a raised base plate.
From above the familiar island footprint remains
But this a phenomena we have already experienced with the foundation of 2023’s official 10320 Eldorado Fortress remake.
Minifigures
The minifigs however, may be less palatable as the BrickLink palette currently lacks any minifigure parts remotely suitable for recreating Indigo Islanders.
Indigo Islander and Pirate minifigures
SevenDeadlyStreamers has done his utmost best, but devout LEGO Pirate fans will be eager to replace that Islander tribe with something more authentic.
Unfortunately, some will be completely deterred by the ‘day at the beach’ vibe radiating from these modern Islander stand‑ins.
King Kahuka’s mask
One key element Streamers has taken special care to honour, be a brick‑built rendition of King Kahuka’s iconic mask. For without it, there could be no Kahuka!
Watercraft
The original Enchanted Island included an Islander outrigger and pirate sailboat, each fitted with real cloth sails to catch the winds of the Brick Seas.
Islander outrigger with brick-built sail
Cloth elements aren’t permitted within BrickLink designer models, so again brick-built substitutions are required. Stickers however, can be utilised to reintroduce long lost design motifs of the past.
Pirate sailboat now a mini 6268 Renegade Runner
Streamers has also bolstered the sailboat design, originally a dinghy with mast, the new version is entirely brick-built drawing influence from its larger counterparts, 6286 Skull’s Eye Schooner and 6268 Renegade Runner.
The classic Indigo Islander and LEGO Pirates insignias return
Enchanting Island Features
SevenDeadlyStreamers has paid particular heed to recreating the hallmark features of the original 6287 Enchanted Island.
New and improved
The once single‑piece rope bridge, now rebuilt from a tangle of parts, still retains its swivel trickery, ready to fling unwary pirates into a watery grave below.
It’s like a scene out of the classic box art!
The hungry alligator still lurks beneath, albeit a formation of bricks representing a crocodilian emerging from the shallows, rather than the moulded beastie.
Skeletons now included
The secret treasure cave is somewhat less secretive, yet so packed to the brim with loot, valuables spill forth. Well, providing yer pirates still find any value in modern LEGO treasure…
Vac-metal gold coins? Nay this treasure is not that valuable!
The pirates plundering Mysterious Isle however, take great interest in these trinkets and waste little time helping themselves.
Thievin’ pirates have caught Kahuka’s attention
On the island’s east side, the festivities never stop; lively bongo rhythms, endless piña coladas, and a water slide that delivers yer straight into the sparkling shallows.
It’s all fun in the sun in this richly detailed environment.
Venturing to the opposite side of the lagoon, we discover the jewel‑crested moai, a towering stone effigy draped in lush island flora.
Packed with substantially more detail than the original
At the monument’s rear, lies the prison, complete with a long‑forgotten pirate still trapped within. The long gestating skeleton minifigure did not debut until 1995, a good year after Enchanted Island was released.
Overall, SevenDeadlyStreamers has crafted a commendable reimagining of a beloved classic. The only real shame is the BrickLink Designer Program can’t offer more authentic Indigo Islander parts or proper fabric sails.
Just imagine… it’s populated with real Islander minifigs
Support and the other Series 11 Pirate submissions RIGHT NOW before it’s too late!
6278 Enchanted Island
The crown jewel of the 1994 Indigo Islanders sub-theme.
6278 Enchanted Island versus Mysterious Isle
The 412‑piece isle be the largest, most elaborate, and most feature‑rich set, of the seven released for King Kahuka’s tribe. Well, eight if yer count the promotional set, 1788 Treasure Chest.
Look at all them features!
The lush, trap‑filled jungle stronghold spans two base plates, complete with sailboat, outrigger, animals, secret chambers, and seven minifigures; five Islanders and two pesky pirates including the notorious Ironhook.
About the Builder…
SevenDeadlyStreamers, who also sails under the name Josh Damm, has been a frequent contributor to the LEGO Pirates Forum.
In recent years, he’s submitted entries to both the Return of the Classic Pirates and Infamous Steve contests, which included .
An earlier foray into Islanders
During 2023, he collaborated with his daughter Sydney on a micro build of which won them a First to 25 Challenge prize.
“Mini Imperial Trading Post” collaboration with daughter Sydney
Yer can catch more of SevenDeadlyStreamers’ adventures and creations over on and .
Series 11 Crowd Support
All the Series 11 Pirate-themed designs have been rounded up for your convenience.
Yer have until 12 noon upon May 25, 2026 (Pacific Time) to express yer love for the Indigo Islanders and let the BrickLink Designer Team know yer want more LEGO Pirate sets available for Crowdfunding.
What Do Yer Think?
Has SevenDeadlyStreamers nailed the Indigo Islander designs as best as the BrickLink Designer palette allows? Or be there improves which could be made?
Support Mysterious Isle before May 25
Would yer like to see an Indigo Islander set available for Crowdfunding or even return to retail store shelves?
Support the Series 11 submissions and then let everyone know yer thoughts on whether the Indigo Islanders should return in the .
