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Completed the stern modification to get 2 more stud length in captain's quarters, as well as add a 3rd side window and reduce the angle of the stern transom. This is in addition to the 4 stud width increase for the whole ship, so the captain went from cosplaying a backpacker in a hostel to a proper quarters.

Next plan is to further increase the bow section by 2 stud length.

I just said yesterday I was going to figure out how to lengthen the captain's quarters and add a third side window, but I had some time, so here it is. Ignore the placeholder pieces at the bottom. Those will be replaced with black tiles.

Still need to figure out the little gap to the main side. Probably use an angled 1x1 with a tile.

Obviously not fully done, but felt the urge to post an update, as it's getting quite close to completion of phase 1. This is 12 studs longer and 4 wider, with the QD 6 longer and forecastle 2. I originally intended to also extend the stern transom length by 2 (additional side window) with less angle, but decided to push that to a phase two. I may also make more tweaks to the bow to make it longer, but need to complete the currently-planned lower bow first to see what it looks like.

I might ultimately end up making it even longer. I expanded the width by 4 instead of 3 due to complexity, but 4 does make it seem a bit fat at this length.

I guess we're good on bananas for a while.

Will be 4 wider and 12-14 longer. Looking for feedback on these designs. Topgallant seems a bit fragile but can't think of a better option for the desired length

In order:

Stern transom (I also intend a 3rd side window and removal of the hull-side wedge to remove side window angle and have transom less angled.

Main sail

Top sail

Topgallant

Spritsail

Mizzen

Shroud extensions (used in various combinations)

I'm mapping out my planned "heavy frigate" Fortuna and will need to lengthen the shroud lines. Of the ones I've come up with, this is my favorite. Curious if anyone has a better idea to mimic what this section really looks like (Pic 2).

Whats the best option for cleaning up stuff like these light scuffs/scratches on old tail lights? Meguiars PlastX or Griots Plastic All-in-one? Something else? Thanks!

Got out my old Jam Session to use with my son and im missing one of the connectors for the standoff to the rod. Whats the best option for replacements?

Trying to design a carronade for quarterdeck of my Fortuna. I'm too dumb to know how to rotate it slightly, but the front bottom is 20482 tile with bar and it would then partially connect at the back to the deck.

Thoughts? Suggestions for improvement?

Edit: realized this wouldn't work. Revised version would have a 2x2 jumper under the wedge.

Im not an expert on lego colors...Are the primary colors used on Fortuna black, tan, dark tan, reddish brown, medium nougat (bottom section in picture), dark blue, dark red, and pearl gold? Thanks!