Ep 5. The Pirate Queen

In Tanked season 8 episode 5, titled "The Pirate Queen," Wayde and Brett are tasked with creating a tank fit for a pirate queen. The client, Terri, owns a restaurant called Pirate's Den and wants a tank that embodies the pirate theme of her establishment.

The duo starts brainstorming ideas, and Brett suggests building a shipwreck tank. This would involve creating a sunken pirate ship, complete with treasure and sea life. Wayde likes the idea and adds that they should have a figurehead of a pirate queen to tie in with the client's request.

The team gets to work on designing the tank and creating the shipwreck. They start by building the base of the tank, which will serve as the ocean floor. They then create the ship using wood and other materials to make it look authentic. To make the shipwreck appear as if it's been on the ocean floor for years, they add moss and rusted metal. They also add treasure, such as gold coins and jewels, to give the tank a true pirate feel.

To create the figurehead of the pirate queen, Wayde and Brett enlist the help of a sculptor. They want the figurehead to look fierce and hold a trident to represent the client's restaurant. The sculptor creates a beautiful masterpiece that fits perfectly with the shipwreck tank.

The team also has to create an intricate filtration system to maintain the health of the sea life in the tank. They add special lights to mimic sunlight and create a comfortable environment for the fish. Additionally, they add other sea creatures, such as an octopus and eel, to the tank to add to the pirate theme.

After several weeks of hard work, the tank is finally complete. Terri is overwhelmed with joy when she sees the final product. It's everything she wanted and more. She can't believe how realistic the shipwreck looks and how beautifully the figurehead of the pirate queen ties everything together.

The sea life is thriving, and the tank has become a popular attraction in her restaurant. Wayde and Brett are thrilled with the outcome and grateful for the opportunity to create such a unique and exciting tank.

Overall, "The Pirate Queen" is an exciting episode that showcases the creativity and skill of the Tanked team. The pirate theme is brought to life in a way that is beautiful, realistic, and fitting for the client's restaurant. It's a great addition to the already impressive series.