Pirates of the Ancient Worlds

And now for something completely different....

Pirates of the Ancient Worlds

The following sculptures are islands in the theme of the classic novel, 20,000 Leagues under the sea.

The Islands are scaled for the Pirates of the Spanish Main game which is basically a 1/1000 scale collectible card game by Wizkids. A very well designed game with an ingenious "punch out ship" that is about the size of an average credit card.

This Island set is the first for 2009 in my collection for your viewing pleasure, and like most of my works are created on a commission basis for my valued clients.

Island CMI - 901

901: Set on the mountain top, the fortress is only accessible from a single winding staircase that cut up the side of the cliff face. The large central tower provides a clear view for miles. Easily defended with the many gun ports that line the fortress walls.

Island CMII - 902

902: This multi-tiered fort is build into the mountain side with an accessible dock at sea level. The upper level has gun ports facing to the four points of the compass. East and West towers watch the sea lanes, with the lower tower guarding the port.

Island CMIII - 903

903: The ancient ruins of a long forget people, that had built their city into the cliff face ages ago. The great tree of life has long since claimed the island with its roots enveloping the ancient ruins.

Island CMIV - 904

904: The citadel on the sea is renowned for its impregnable inner sanctuary. Well guarded and defended outer walls with many gun ports keep the citadel protected. A second higher walled inner fortress surrounds the sanctuary, in addition to the inner mote filled with water, which provides added security.

Island CMV - 905

905: The defended city-fort has gun ports in every direction and on each of the various levels. The open rooftop also allows the defenders to setup additional guns in times of need.

Island CMVI - 906

906: Power and purpose drive travelers to the temple fortress. The double thick walls provide protection for those needing safety from their enemies. While most travels are simply Pilgrims on a journey to the holy temple, which is covered with a magnificent brass dome.

Island CMVII - 907

907: The once mighty. It is said the wall and outpost was just one of many, along a line of sea defenses protecting a great empire. Taken by time and war, only this last outpost remains.

Island CMVIII - 908

908: This island retreat is the home of a wealthy merchant that has built his fortress to safeguard his riches. Small, yet easily defended with a lesser force, with her guns trained in all directions.

Island CMIX - 909

909: The ruins and watchtower of the past. Unknown secrets await the brave through the sea cavern entrance into this ancient ruins. The tower and the temple are all that remain to be seen, yet beneath the mountain dangers lurk.

Island CMX - 910

910: The Oracle rests upon the precarious edge of life and death as the molten lava pours out into the sea. Warriors travel to this forsaken island to gain wisdom in the oracles prophecy, yet only death meets many.

Island CMXI - 911

911: Built upon the white rocks called "Poseidon's fingers" by the locals, this secluded keep is know for the Great Hall of the ancients. It is said that the lost works of many great scholars are kept within the Hall, yet few are allowed entry. With amply guns to cover all approaches the keep is held strong against all enemies.

Island CMXII - 912

912: The temple of Athena was said to have been a favorite stopping point of travelers that sojourn on their spiritual quests for knowledge. Yet for centuries an unknown darkness lurks within and the temple, and the once great structure stands all but empty awaiting a brave adventurer, that will dare to face the shadows and break the curse.

Conclusion: Pirates of the Ancient worlds can capture the imagination and be an endless source of adventures.

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John T Cusack

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