Lego - Bricklink - Ominous Isle

Description

Ominous Isle — Captain Mutton Chops’ Pirate Stronghold (BrickLink / LEGO‑compatible)

Overview & atmosphere
Perched like a warning on the horizon, Ominous Isle is the feared lair of the notorious Captain Mutton Chops and his unruly crew. The landmark skull façade serves as a grim herald to any sailor who strays too close: turn back now, or become part of the island’s legend. This set evokes salt, superstition and high adventure—rumours of hidden treasure, ancient ruins and monstrous guardians swirl around the craggy shores while the pirates maintain lavish comforts and lethal defences.

Designer intent & storytelling elements
Built as a characterful, cinematic pirate base rather than a strict historical model, Ominous Isle focuses on vertical drama, modular exploration and replayable surprises. The design captures an island that never presents the same face twice: shifting islets, removable bridges and reconfigured walkways let you stage fresh approaches, ambushes and treasure hunts every time you play.

Build features & playability

Dramatic vertical construction with an imposing skull gateway: the barred jaw gate is mechanised to open on command, granting a shortcut into the heart of the base for crew members.
Interconnected islets with numerous bridges and crossings that can be rearranged, giving the island a different layout each playthrough and encouraging creative staging and defensive redesign.
Interior scenes include a luxurious captain’s quarters, a well‑stocked galley/kitchen and an overflowing treasure hoard—each area is accessible for minifigure play and display.
Multiple vantage points and a tall ancient lookout tower create a stepped climb from the landing jetty to the summit; alternate paths and hidden routes reward exploration and tactical movement.
Strong defensive features and atmospheric details such as crow’s nests, rope ladders, flagstones, skull motifs and shipwreck debris enhance storytelling and diorama realism.

Model details & parts included

Signature skull façade forming the island’s ominous entrance and jaw gate mechanism.
A modular assembly of islets and bridges that can be reconfigured to alter the island’s layout and approach routes.
Interior furnishings: captain’s bed/chamber, dining and stewarding areas, kitchen fittings, storage for provisions, and a glittering treasure store filled with loot.
Defensive elements and scenic touches: lookout posts, battlements, access ramps, anchor points and weathered stonework.
Includes 5 minifigures to crew the stronghold, stage skirmishes and enact treasure hunts.

Technical & hobby notes

Mechanised jaw gate offers dynamic play and quick access to interior spaces—ideal for dramatic reveals and escape scenes.
The modular bridge/islet system invites reconfiguration for varied play sessions and photographic compositions.
Tall, vertical build is designed for strong shelf presence and theatrical display; removable sections and accessible interiors make it friendly for posing and stop‑motion projects.
Well suited to additional customisation: add vegetation, sea bases, boats, or extra minifigures to expand narrative possibilities.

Model dimensions & footprint

Length: 39.3 cm / 15.5 in
Width: 60.6 cm / 23.9 in
Height: 30.6 cm / 12.0 in

Who it’s for
A perfect fit for builders who love dramatic, character‑rich dioramas, pirate lore and modular playsets. Great for collectors, photographers, stop‑motion creators and kids who enjoy multi‑level exploration and theatrical play. The shifting layout and interior detail also make it a compelling centerpiece for larger nautical or island villages.

Why you’ll love it
Ominous Isle combines cinematic verticality, modular reconfigurability and rich interior vignettes to deliver an endlessly replayable pirate stronghold. The mechanised skull gate, rearrangeable islets and crowded treasure rooms invite stories of daring raids, cunning escapes and buried wealth—Captain Mutton Chops’ domain is both dramatic on display and irresistible to play with.

Available from Mind Games — proudly Australia’s oldest and best games store since 1977.

Only available to pick up in store