I'd give it 3.5 stars if I could. For a modern set it is quite compact thanks to the (base)plates which are also of beautiful azure colour. The build is engaging, but construction of the fore-mast was frustrating, it seems the instructions would need to be slightly adjusted (sequence of steps needs changing). Overall a nice tribute to the original pirates theme and a brilliant full ship conversion option. Other than this, the set does not have quite as much playability as one would hope.