Destiny's Bounty (70618) - Lower Level Complete!

We have been quite productive the past week, although we took a break over the past few days as it has been blisteringly hot. Our Lego table sits by large bay windows with no overhead fan so it's not a pleasant place to work with the sun blazing outside. We watch tv under the ceiling fan instead. :)

Notwithstanding, we made excellent progress over the weekend and during the tail end of the previous week, so there is much to showcase.

I completely underestimated the size of the Captain's cabin previously - I thought it was just the rear half of the ship on the lower level but it appears that the entire lower level comprises the Captain's quarters. Lighting is provided throughout with a series of lanterns hung at regular intervals. At the bow of the vessel, you can see a ladder which provides access to the upper deck.

The starboard side of the cabin (that's the right side for you landlubbers) is adorned with the Captain's armor and weapons collections. There are throwing stars, sais and of course a sword. The sword, oddly enough, doesn't really follow Japanese weaponry - I expected there to be a katana in the set but this sword is much too curved to be a katana and resembles a curved cutlass from pirate lore.

Snugged amidst the weapons is a large, comfortable looking bed.

Along the port side of the vessel, there is a table where the Captain has a family photo to remind him of home as well as a very odd helmet with a large bone on it. Maybe a femur taken from a vanquished foe?

There is also a tidy bathroom complete with toilet paper and sink - because sitting on the rails and going over the side is just not civilized for the Captain. Clearly no-one but the Captain is allowed into this area as there is not a lick of privacy for anyone engaging in "business".

Moving to the upper deck, we start with the construction of the anchor system. There are dual anchors on this vessel, both connected to a main wheel such that both are deployed or raised simultaneously.

Also at the front of the ship are secret weapons stashes in case Destiny's Bounty comes under attack. Hidden under the floorboards are a couple of sais and katanas.

The hidden compartments are very camouflaged into the deck planking and the trapdoors blend seamlessly into their surroundings.

At the rear of the vessel is a large telescope that can swivel in all directions. The name of the vessel is also prominently displayed both in English and Ninjago script.