A month has passed since the October 2026 Build A Minifigure characters arrived in official LEGO Stores, giving builders plenty of time to get their clutches on the new parts, mixing, matching, and reimagining the latest additions into their LEGO Pirate crews and imperial armies.
So now, let’s observe the inventive uses fans have found for the elements introduced to us by the 17th Century Sword Fighter and Surfer Pirate minifigures.
Seventeenth Century Sword Fighter
The strides from an age of honour, intrigue, and flashing steel.
He literally strides
Clad in an elegantly printed doublet with a ruffled collar and period breeches, he looks every bit the gentleman adventurer, equally at home duelling beneath the walls of a governor’s mansion or defending a treasure map from cutthroats and rogues.
With rapier in hand and a confident moustachioed smirk, this is the sort of character who could serve as a royal envoy, a wealthy merchant, a privateer captain, or the fencing master hired to train the sons of noble families.
Surfer Pirate
Meanwhile, the Surfer Pirate offers a far more unexpected tale.
Hang ten maties!
Somewhere beyond the familiar trade routes and treasure islands, this carefree buccaneer has abandoned the quarterdeck in favour of the waves.
Sporting a disheveled, pirate-inspired torso and carrying a surfboard decorated with weathered plank details, she feels like a seafarer who has traded cannon smoke for salt spray and tropical beaches.
Ready to hit the surf… and the high seas
Whether she’s riding the surf between distant islands or searching for hidden coves known only to the most adventurous mariners, she brings a light-hearted new twist to LEGO’s pirate world.
Fan Content
Now, let’s take a look at how fans have been mixing and matching these new elements in their default configuration and entirely new characters.
“Spanish outpost in the Caribbean” by jkkoko_brick
Let’s launch the proceedings with an outpost built by garrisoned by soldiers sporting the new 17th Century Sword Fighter torso.
jkkoko_brick writes:
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A Spanish outpost in the Caribbean, circa 18th century.
On the right is a port warehouse and next to it a small port. Further on there is a small piece of jungle and on the right is a Spanish fortress.
“Heroes” by Captain_brixx
has found four great use cases for the new torso…
Captain_brixx writes:
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The new 17th Century Fighter Torso hit the Build-a-Minifigure stations at the LEGO-Stores – but what to do with it?
Here are four heroes ready to be chosen by you: the Musketeer, the Conquistador, the Lieutenant and the Zombie Pirate – who‘s your favorite?
“Three Distinguished Gentlemen” by mikeslegos
tries out a couple of different heads on the Sword Fighter.
“Ray the Castaway” by afol.brickscape
introduces the Surfer Pirate to Ray at this shanty by the sea.
afol.brickscape writes:
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One of my favourite LEGO® GWP sets ever […] This fan-designed set already looks great on its own, but adding the newly released October 2026 Build a Minifigure characters, the Surfer Pirate and Caveman, gives the island a whole new adventure.
The Surfer Pirate looks right at home beside the surfboard…
Frankytea_lego
demonstrates how adaptable the 17th Century Sword Fighter torso is for French, Spanish and Pirate minifigures.
frankytea_lego writes:
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I really like these new torsos that fit perfectly into both the LEGO Castle and LEGO Pirates universes! Which version is your favorite?
“The Three Musketeers!” by lego_m.art
relocates the Sword Fighter to France where he aspires to join the king’s elite corps and trains with three of its finest.
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D’Artagnan duels Porthos, Aramis and Athos.
“All for one, and one for all!”
“Mosqueteros” by legopiratas
has made the Sword Fighter a musketeer, along with two of his identical brothers, where they plot a daring raid on Wolfpack Tower…
Puss in Boots joins the sword-wielding musketeers in their quest!
“A Vintage Twist” afol.brickscape
brings the Sword Fighter’s torso into the nineteenth century by swapping the tricorn for some Edwardian headwear.
afol.brickscape writes:
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A Vintage Twist on LEGO® Build a Minifigure (BAM)!
I really love the 17th Century Sword Fighter minifigure! The detailed outfit and vintage look inspired me to create a few more characters using my own creativity.
It’s always fun to mix and match pieces and bring new characters to life!
Imperial Armada Update
LEGO Pirate fans have been quick to observe the parallels between the 17th Century Sword Fighter and Imperial Armada minifigure, Captain Valiant.
“Armada’s Back” by Captain_Brixx
demonstrates just how well the new character blends in with the classic Imperial Armada forces.
Look closely at the background and you’ll observe the 90s Imperial Armada torso design and 6280 Armada Flagship.
captain_brixx writes:
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The new minifigure from the Build-a-Minifigure station at the LEGO Store doesn’t waste any time and takes command of the armada! They immediately land on a deserted island to establish a new headquarters.
“Elizabethan Spanish Conquistador” by Rocky Mountain Minifigures
Strictly speaking “Elizabethan” refers to the rule of Queen Lizzie of England…
Nonetheless, is offering a new character better aligned with King Philip II of Spain, which you can purchase for your Armada.
Rocky Mountain Minifigures writes:
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Step into the Age of Exploration with this Elizabethan Spanish Conquistador, combining classic LEGO elements with premium custom accessories for an authentic 16th-century appearance. The figure features an official LEGO head, torso with doublet pattern, neck ruff, and dual-molded pantaloons legs, complemented by a BrickWarriors morion helmet, BrickArms rapier and riposte dagger, custom cloth cape, and arm cuffs crafted from official LEGO flower plates.
“Conquistadors New Look” by Kolonialbeamterdemartinez
mixes the Sword Fighter torso with a variety of fresh new Imperial Armada designs.
Kolonialbeamterdemartinez writes:
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Finally, we can give the Conquistadors a new look.
I’m really loving it!
“Growing Empire” by bricks.and.figs.collectibles
has splashed out and acquired enough Sword Fighter torsos to build an entire Imperial Armada army!
The Sword Fighter torso has army building potential
Along with a couple of Surfer Pirates to accompany those green coats who first appeared in .
Those green coats are a little too relaxed around pirates
bricks.and.figs.collectibles writes:
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New amazing minifigures from BAM at the LEGO store added to the growing Empire!
Minifigure Analysis
When the was announced during late September 2026, Classic Pirates analyzed the upcoming minifig’s wardrobe and celebrity visage.
What Do Yer Think?
Together, these two Build-A-Minifigure characters explore very different aspects of the Classic LEGO Pirates adventure.
For pirate fans, both make excellent additions to any growing crew, though the Sword Fighter feels especially destined to step straight aboard a classic pirate ship and carve his own legend upon the tides.
To surf or sword fight… that is the question?
Now it’s time to mix and match yer thoughts on the 17th Century Sword Fighter and Surfer Pirate in the , or the comments.
