I would like it if there where paintable Gib sails that appeared once the sails are all the way down. They do not have to be functional Gibs as the ship already gibs on its own. This would be purely cosmetic and finish out the looks of a ship. It just need be some triangles connected with some rope is all. Here is what i mean. https://image.shutterstock.com/z/stock-vector-ship-of-the-line-biggest-and-strongest-naval-sailing-warship-type-man-of-war-battleship-with-653275636.jpg

Gib sails are on the to do list after i figure sails out for the lateen sail. I agree that the ships in ATLAS are lacking in that department.

what about Poseidon or any of the gods or lady gods would be cool

How about a cloaked figure holding a lantern? Something akin to the Black Ghost statue in Klaipeda, Lithuania, for a figurehead would be quite cool. And also with a different style of bowsprit, instead of the default traditional style.

I think a gorgon, shark, cobra, hydra, T-rex i mean razortooth, sheildhorn, mermaid or greek god figurehead would be cool, and also one that resembles that mouth lookiing thing on the bow of the flying dutchman

also a sea serpent like on viking ships would be awesome

Angel or Devil. Something like that. Bull. Or for fun winged d~i~c~k?)

There is already a pegasus so how about a unicorn? And something similar to what is on HMS Victory?

Since the Indiaman Ship mod is no longer being maintained, perhaps the Black Pearl's Figurehead. Or perhaps a barmaid thrusting forward a flagon of ale with an outreaching arm.

Mermaid and merman figureheads