According to legend, the immortal and invulnerable crew of the Flying Dutchman is cursed to roam the seas Ocean forever, unable to ever come ashore or make port. The tail has instilled horror into many a sailors heart when they look out in to the dead of night and see what looks like an abandoned ship out on the waters. The model comes with the special, glow-in-the-dark paint to add to its ghoulish appearance, making the completed and painted ship a great decoration for any living room or bedroom.