The first series
Classic Pirates
from 1989
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The pirates are coming!
History of the First LEGO Pirates Series (1989): Details and Trivia about Iconic Sets
Launched to great fanfare in 1989, the first LEGO Pirates series was a significant breakthrough in the world of toys. Not only did this series revolutionise the way children played, it also created a new adventurous narrative that fuelled the imagination of millions of young fans. The series was innovative in many ways, introducing characters with detailed facial expressions, unique and new accessories and settings that encouraged the creation of stories full of action and mystery.
The Concept and Innovation
Before 1989, LEGO sets mainly focused on cities, castles and space themes. The Pirates series introduced a new dimension of play, allowing children to explore the world of privateers, hidden treasures and naval battles. The idea of including minifigures with different facial expressions was revolutionary, adding an extra level of realism and personality to the characters.
A must-have for those who want to immerse themselves in the world of LEGO Pirates and relive the golden age of sea adventures.
This series marked the beginning of an unprecedented era of imaginative play, setting a new standard for LEGO sets and winning the hearts of millions of children (and adults) around the world.
Buried Treasure
A mini-set that focused on the theme of hidden treasure. With a pirate minifigure, a small shovel and a treasure chest, Buried Treasure allowed children to create their own treasure hunt stories.
Pirate’s sea mate
Another compact set that included two pirate minifigures and a treasure chest. Pirate’s Mate allowed the pirate crew to be expanded, enriching the stories of battles and discoveries.
Castaway Raft
A small set but packed with charm, the Castaway Raft featured a raft with a mast and sail, as well as a pirate with a treasure map. This set captured the essence of adventure on the high seas, with the pirate ready to discover new lands.
Harbor Sentry
Harbor Sentry featured a small boat with a cannon and a soldier ready to defend the harbor from pirates. This set was perfect for adding another level of play to battles between pirates and sailors.
Shipwreck Island
Shipwreck Island was a medium-sized set that featured a small island with a shipwreck, a treasure chest, and two pirates. The perfect setting to hide your loot and escape the Royal Navy.
Sabre Island
Sabre Island featured a Royal Navy watchtower with three minifigures, a cannon and a small spear. This set added a defensive dimension to the pirate world, with sailors always on the lookout for buccaneer attacks.
Eldorado Fortress
Eldorado Fortress is a true masterpiece for lovers of pirate adventures. This set represents a Royal Navy fortress, ready to defend the seas from fearsome pirates. The fortress features watchtowers, a pier and an opening gate. It also includes functioning cannons, a prisoner cell, 8 minifigures, two spears and a hidden treasure chest.
Forbidden Island
Forbidden Island was the pirates’ lair, complete with a watchtower, prison and hidden treasure chest. This set provided a perfect base of operations for pirate activities, with details like the parrot and crocodile adding a touch of exotic danger.
Caribean Clipper
The Caribbean Clipper represents the ship of the Blue Pots faction – probably attributable to the French colonial troops – with blue and white sails, working cannons and a crew ready to defend the treasure.
An iconic set from the LEGO Pirates series.
Black seas barracuda
The flagship of the Pirates series, the Black Seas Barracuda was a majestic pirate ship, complete with exciting details, black and red sails, and a pirate crew led by Captain Red Beard.
With 865 pieces, this set was the quintessential pirate adventure, with working cannons, detailed cabins and even a shark.
Pirates of Barracuda Bay
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The flagship of the Pirates series, the Black Seas Barracuda was a majestic pirate ship, complete with exciting details, black and red sails, and a pirate crew led by Captain Red Beard.
With 865 pieces, this set was the quintessential pirate adventure, with working cannons, detailed cabins and even a shark.