Pirate Riddles for Swashbuckling Fun

I fly from the mast with skull and bones. I warn other ships with grumbles and groans.

I hide gold under X marks the spot. Follow my dotted lines to find the lot.

I cover one eye but still let you see. Dress up in me to shout 'Arrr, matey!'

I perch on a shoulder and mimic your talk. I squawk out secrets when pirates squawk.

I’m curved and sharp, not for cereal scoops. I hang by a belt where a pirate troops.

I keep jewels safe without wearing a vest. Unlock my lid to start a quest.

I tell time with sand, without any ticks. Flip me over for pirate tricks.

I stretch off the deck in a daring prank. Take one wrong step and you’ll walk the plank.

I point north no matter how the ship sways. My needle guides pirates through foggy days.

I’m a long brass tube for eyes to roam. I bring far-off islands closer to home.

I’m a hat with three corners bold. I crown the captain brave and bold.

I’m the crew’s bedtime spot, narrow and tight. Stack a whole crew and sleep through the night.

I hold the rules signed in salty ink. Break my code and you’ll be made to think.

I’m a song sailors chant with might. I keep the crew rowing day and night.

I’m a chest of gold you’ll never forget. Guarded by clues you haven’t solved yet.