Bregir

So I need to WORK for it! Count me out, then!

Well well, somebody doesn't want to let Eslandola have all the drama! (Anyways. They seem to have agreed and stuff. BOOOORING! :P) Seems like Calida is about ready to institute an Olean Inquisition! The duke seems to be taking some chances by making an enemy of such a powerful man! And of course, one cannot but wonder what "Article IV" (or all the other articles, really) contains! Also, I wish I could say that a build such as this wasn't one of my better builds! While it is very no-nonsense, I love how he poses for the painting, the painters set-up, the change from tricorn to wig, the story, the backside brick bricks for walls, the large windows, the floor patterning... Well, I think you catch my drift. Fireplace and servants door are great too. My only comment is that sometimes, the text could use a comma or two, as some of it doesn't seem to flow entirely correct. Had to go back and revisit a sentence or two. Considering you write so wonderfully elaborate, a second proof-read might make it easier for second language englishers like meself to understand :) Very minor issue, though! All in all, great writing, great story, great moc and great presentation. Well done!

BURN!

Personally, I think political buildings are part of Art and Culture.

Couldn't agree more. Now on to figure out how to earn some of those medals!

Well, we already got it... But not publicly traded ones. And will be looking forward to whatever you guys are hinting at.

Well, it would also allow us all a place to trade ships shares and the like. We neeeeed stock companies in BoBS!

*Takes notes*

I wonder if not someone will put out a bounty on @Jacob Nion and @MKJoshA after last MRCA... Truly infamous pirates, just what BoBS needs! Who will be the hero to bring down Captains Zheng and Morgan? And who will die trying?

Thanks, BD. And your ships did follow the convoys - I just forgot to move them around in the overview... Unfortunately, (for Eslandola) a few ships had wrong nationalities, so the real distribution is like this: Faction Share Oleon 9,662 Corrington 6,434 Eslandola 3,961 Sea Rats 1,590 Total Profits 21,647 I will make sure this is properly fixed in the pay-outs and tax calculations. (And I am certain we will get Titus's fixed too, if Genaro hasn't already done so.)

Dramatic and fascinating story! I like your solution to the "not official island" paradox. Very creative! And while there are only a few builds to go with this one, the story was really well written. I am happy to see both private Collins and Erwin making it out alive! Here's to hoping you will keep telling these great stories! My only wish is, that with this storyline come to such a grand conclusion, your next will be a bit more in line with the general BoBS world. (AKA no more bashing of Corlanders or other nations with whom you are not at war! :P ) Great work!

Thank you captain. I should like you explain what you mean about it not being very colonial? Truth be told, the chimney was added as a last minute addition as I figured it was to be a bakery... A truly integrated one would certainly be better choice, but would require much more planning from the on-set! A sign would probably have been a good idea, though... Well, they are meant to be sheep, and are from an old Avalonian build. I am also pretty sure I have stolen them from someone else, but can't remember who. I am not quite sure Cooke and Smaugton can ever agree on the right order of morals - I suppose Cooke will just have to trust Smaugton! Well, the first glance Smaugton sent him wasn't very friendly, but I hope they can get along in the future! Sand green and light bley is one of my favourite combinations. Action (of all sorts) all around. Smaugton keeps a lively settlement! And thanks - I think the birds are from creator sets, or at least closely inspired by them.

Great looking council hall, Capt Wolf. And while it comes as no surprise that a lecture hall isn't exactly over-used in Eslandola, the Royal Society is hoping that education will not be entirely passed over as the politicians move in! I like the dual fireplaces, the windows, the neatly arranged tables, and the speakers stand. And, at least until the councilmen arrives, it looks very orderly and civilised. However, I am sure the people most profiting from this will be the cleaners, when you people start throwing rotten fruits at each other during arguments! As much as I appreciate the credits, I am pretty sure I never used that technique, however much I wish I had!

Interesting plant design, Phred! Nice to see some alternative crops, and I really like that ladder design! Very clever!

Nope. It is supposed to tell you that either your captain misnavigated, or he was under ridiculous orders! ;)

Wonderful looking temple. The dark grey reminds me of Notre Dame, and the pillars are great. I live how you made the.. Capitols? Top of the pillars I mean. Whatever. Great looking build with a very loaded atmosphere, matching the rather foreboding story very well. Recently, I have been wondering how the faith would act under the new king, as they do not seem to be the best of friends... Looking forward for more!,

If I remember correctly, this refers to the tigerlily captured by your squadron, but attributed to another of the predators. Thanks for the heads up! Well, as far as I remember, there were no enemy ships in that zone at all. Actually, apart from the small skiffs, I don't recall any traders being captured. The rolls all ended up with the escorts fighting the predators.

Breaking News! Issue 7 of the King's Port Advertiser and Ship List has reached your local kiosk with news from all around Halos and New Terra. Pick it up before it sells out!

Kings Port Advertiser and Ship List New Terra’s most reliable source for shipping news. October 616. VOL 1 ISSUE 7 Editor’s Column Rumours has it that the King's Port Advertiser had lost its privileged access to shipping information in the Brick Seas. Such rumours are unfounded and any alleged delays in bringing you this information are to blame on the postal services! Headlines: KING FERNANDO MEETS HIS DEMISE - ESLANDOLA REVOLUTIONIZED! In a fatal twist of events, Eslandola's King Fernando was dragged out of his bed and forced to virtually abdicate his power! His most trusted Councillors have turned against him, and it was one of his oldest friends who organized the coup! Where will this end? Rumor has it that the King begs in the backstreets, while others insist that he continues to plot his return. Still others report him gormandizing behind the castle stairs! Meanwhile, Eslandola's statesmen have taken matters into their own hands and struck a blow at monarchy everywhere with a brand new Constitution. Knowing Mardierians predict that this will end in total chaos - as everyone knows, Kingless is Comfortless! Democracy is an impossible dream, and we confidently predict that Eslandola will soon fall to pieces! A CIVILISED PEOPLE AMONGST BARBARIANS? Rumours has it that Queen Anetta has hired architects and contractors to build a grand park in the Naval Base of King's Harbour. Are Corlander soldiers and sailors weak-kneed romantics, are the officers unable to stand the harshness of the colonies, or are they simply closer to civilised than the other nations of Halos and New Terra? Might they even emulate the Grandeur of the Mardierian Empire itself? ESLANDRAMA ON A RAMPAGE! Eslandola has taken unprecedented measures to "secure its holdings," by actually setting up a rival settlement on a Marderian island! Considered an act of war, this move has brought dramatic tension into Eslandola-Mardier relationships. Mardier has issued a cease and desist, but Eslandola, with reckless bravado, hasn't budged. Close on its heels, Eslandola's King Fernando launched an unprovoked attack on Oleon - an attack disclaimed by the rest of Eslandola. But since it was this attack that provided revolutionaries with the excuse to dethrone King Fernado, maybe they had more to do with it then they'd like to admit... OLEON GOES MONARCHIC While Eslandola desperately tries to make its democracy appear functional, Oleon made its resolve to order and tradition clear. Royal Decrees from King Philip reaffirm that prestige and honor, not equality and rights, are the true measures of a man. But they don't stop there. These decrees offer opportunities for advancement within Oleon. Commoners and nobles alike have a chance to prove their worth, on the field of battle and in civil pursuits, with the hope of earning titles, medals, pensions, and, for the most legendary achievements, a peerage. Will this fortify the new king and his nobility, or will it simply bankrupt a nation while creating new rivals? MAESTRO CORNERS THE APPLE MARKET How Eslandola contrives to continue routine business like granting monopolies when its King can't keep his seat will forever be a mystery, but MAESTRO members now have a 150% yield on Apple Plantations! So stock up fast folks, 'cause prices are rising! NAVAL ARMS RACE ESCALATES In response to an Oleon incentive, Corrington has offered a reward to its citizens for warships submitted to the crown. Private citizen initiatives from Eslandola are being offered as well. This may be too much for shipyards to handle - it remains to be seen how successful these endeavors will be. Mardier looks on complacently, and speculation of war between these lesser powers isn't wanting. CRIME PARADED IN CHARLATAN BAY Reports of gangs in Charlatan bay have reached an all-time high, and gang leader names that used to be shrouded in mystery are now becoming household words. Charlatan's mayor seems to be indifferent to their existence - law-abiding citizens beware! But what would law-abiding citizens have to do with a Sea Rat property, anyways? ESLANDOLA APOLOGIZES To the illustrious King Philip I of Oleon, For every right-minded citizen of Eslandola, it has been severely mortifying to witness the actions of King Fernando during these past few months. The chaos into which it has thrown our country is just beginning to be remedied, and we thank you for your patience and forbearance thus far. We wish to formally signify our regret and our desire for further friendly relations by restoring you the captured forts, with damages. [OOC: In practical terms, you can license the forts Garmadon and I built wherever you please, if you’d like.] We have required assurances from our King that such unilateral action will never be taken in the future. It is our earnest wish that never again will the state of Eslandola present such a hydra-headed monster as it has in these past few months of turmoil. With sincere regards and thanks for your patience, Guy K. Wyndzon Guy K. Wyndzon Secretary of State Eslandola Editor's Note: One wonders when the war-mongering Eslandians will come to their senses and apologis(z)e to the Mardierian Empire. Perhaps our fleets and armies marching into Terreli is the necessary medicine? SHIPPING NEWS NEW FOE TERRORIZES BRICK SEAS! For years, Mokolei and her allied states have remained singularly focused on territorial struggles in Halos. Not anymore. Several Mokolei galleys armed to the teeth with cannons and hardened desert warriors have begun terrorizing the most innocent of ships they can find, small lightly-armed coastal craft. Fortunately, their rowers are largely ignorant in their craft, allowing most targets to escape without harm. One notable exception, the HMS Isandlwana was attacked by the Desert Prince under the command of Captain Ali. It is unknown if these attacks are the actions of rogue princes or if the Sultan is suffering the same illness that befell Eslandola’s king. All that is certain is, beware the next time you see the ensign of the Scimitar and the Moon. SEA RATS ATTACK NATIONAL FLEETS! The Sea Rats are not sitting idly by while Halos’ rulers plot their destruction. Following several successful anti-pirate squadrons, the Sea Rats have struck back in force. One such force composed of The Viper, White Skull, and Dear John were able to attack two Eslandolan ships, the Dark Spirit and Pineapple Revenge. Attacking from windward, the Sea Rats held the weather gauge and were able to quickly separate the two Eslandolan vessels. The Viper quickly boarded the Pineapple, and threatened with the prospect of the White Skull raking her stern, the Pineapple struck. Mirroring the misfortune of its opponent, the Dear John proceeded to attack the Dark Spirit alone. Two short broadsides later, the John was forced to retire after a fire broke out amidships. With the Viper and Skull occupied with their prize, the Dark Spirit’s barge and launch were able to come up behind the Skull and capture her with little resistance. The Spirit and Viper began firing broadsides as both sides maneuvered their prizes to safety. It soon became clear that both sides were badly battered and, just as the John’s powder magazine ignited, taking the life of every man on board, the two survivors retired with their respective prizes in tow after an indecisive battle. Another Sea Rat squadron came upon a Oleon-Corrington anti-pirate fleet just as they were repairing from a brutal fight with a Pontillan privateer that dismasted the Armina. Taking advantage of their enemy’s weakness, the Great Scott and Maiden of the Deep stole the weather gauge and bore down on the unsuspecting Le Protecteur. Despite being the weakest ship in the fleet, and heavily outgunned by her opponents, Protecteur’s crew fought both sides, successfully holding the Sea Rats at bay until the Armina and Justicia could haul to provide supporting fire. Faced with the odds of engaging the whole squadron, the Sea Rats retreated. And it appears that the teeth of the dragon are more than a match for the cunning of the rat, as the heavily escorted Dragons Teeth convoy was intercepted by this unlucky squadron of privateers out of Bastion. This led to the loss of all three predators to the heavy Eslandian escorts. Seeing these prizes being towed into Terreli might have strengthened the resolve of the Trade Companies in ridding themselves of their mad king. Elsewhere, the Sea Rats had far better luck. Winning the weather gauge, the Jade Piranha, Darting Frog, and Queen Annetta’s Revenge ambushed a Joint Eslandolan-Corlander squadron comprised of the Dark Narwhal, King Archibald, and Clearance. The three vessels were quickly separated and, after suffering punishing broadsides, were boarded and captured. For good measure, the Sea Rats proceeded to capture the Tigerlilly on their way back to the Nest of Thieves. But this was not the end! Intercepting the Olean Seven Seas convoy and engaging three escorts, this now infamous squadron managed to force all three to strike. Due to a lack of men for a prize crew, the last capture was left to its own fate. At the end of the week, Bastion is overflowing with prizes, and the dockyards are working overtime preparing these vessels for new capers in the coming months! Of course, this success is unlikely to escape the notice (and wrath) of Halos' powers. Rumors of large bounties for bringing Sea Rats to justice are already circulating. FIGHTING FIRE WITH FIRE In perhaps the greatest heroic tale to come out of Halos, the skiff Small Fishing Boat successfully survived an encounter with the Carno Class 5 Heavy A Santa Maria. Searching one of the many wrecks that line Carno’s coves, the skiff was taken completely unaware when the Maria cut across the cove’s opening. Despite much of her crew remaining ashore, the Small’s captain attempted to row past the Carno vessel, hoping to lose it in some nearby shoals. Unfortunately, the Maria was too quick and began firing on the Small with her cannons. Unable to respond with anything more than small arms, the Small was quickly boarded, but just as her captain prepared to strike, the Maria broke out in flames. The Small’s shore crew apparently found some jars of Greek fire and managed to lob a few close enough to strike the Maria’s rigging. With the Maria in chaos, the Small picked up her shore crew and beat a hasty retreat. CONGESTION AT THE PIERS With a record amount of merchants calling at Nova Terreli, captains waited for days for an available pier. The primitive logistics of the colonial port could not keep up, even though every available hand was employed to unload the vast number of ships. Bars, inns, and less reputable establishments were filling up with sailors and marines from merchants and escorts alike, as were the local detention and hospital. It is rumoured that old world goods are now cheaper in Nova Terreli than in Halos, and merchants are looking for less travelled ports for better deals in the future. EXOTIC NO MORE! Miles and miles around Terreli, even the lowliest farmer can now appreciate exotic foods and trinkets, and cotton prices have plummeted, after the arrival of several large convoys. Similar tendencies are seen in Granoleon, and some say a colonial bubble threatens to burst with the huge inflow of so-called exotic wares. In Terreli, one citizen was heard to exclaim: "It's two coconuts and a banana per potato in the markets these days... I much preferred the good old times!" Will the riches of the colonies prove nothing but a fad? THE FAVOUR OF THE GODS! The 4 stars convoy flying the blue of Oleon completed its journey in perfect form, losing not a single vessel. But perhaps the captains of the Seven Seas escort were not quite as devout, as they appear to have faced the wrath of Ares. During an attack by a Sea Rat squadron, three large escorts surrendered. Luckily for King Philip, the pirates had no crew to man the last vessel and left it adrift. Survivors of the Perseverante managed to limp it back to port with their lives, if not their honour, intact. SHIP LIST Owner Vessel Note End location/state Profits Captures Nationality Blackdeathgr Crete Just outside its destination port of Terreli, the Crete sprung a leak entirely ruining its cargo of fine grains. Terreli 0 - Oleon Blackdeathgr Little Hermes Closing on its destination, the gods appear to have forsaken this little sloop, forcing it to safety in Bardo. Bardo 0 - Oleon Brickwolf Corland Provider 2 Halfway through it's route sickness aboard forced the vessel to dock in Prinport on Holder's Rock. Prinport 0 - Corrington Brickwolf Small Fishing Boat Survived a heroic action with a far superior enemy Arlinsport 60 - Corrington Captain Braunsfeld King Archibald Lost the weather gauge, were picked off one by one by a Sea Rat squadron Bastion Captured by the Jade Piranha (MKJoshA) - Eslandola Puvel Clearance Lost the weather gauge, were picked off one by one by a Sea Rat squadron Bastion Captured by the Darting Frog (MKJoshA) - Eslandola Gedren_y Dark Narwhal Lost the weather gauge, were picked off one by one by a Sea Rat squadron Bastion Captured by the Darting Frog (MKJoshA) - Eslandola Comrad Commander The Novitus Smuggled some heretical books to New Oleon, making a handsome profit Granoleon 80 - Sea Rats dr_spock Dear John Sunk by the Pineapple's consort, Dark Spirit Sunk 0 - Sea Rats dr_spock White Skull Captured by the Dark Spirit Weelond Captured by the Dark Spirit (Kai NRG) - Sea Rats kaiju Maiden of the Deep Tried to catch a skiff, but lost it in coastal waters. Attacked a OL/COR taskforce, gained the weather gauge, but were repelled by Le Protecteur. Later, it was captured while attacking an Eslandian convoy. Terreli Captured by Oscuridad (ESL) - Sea Rats dr_spock Great Scott Supported ally Terreli Captured by la Salamandra (ESL) - Sea Rats Kaiju Mirthless Jest Captured while attacking the Dragon's Teeth convoy, after heavy fighting with escorts. Terreli Captured by Dread Treasure (ESL) - Sea Rats Elostirion Joan's Raft What began as a treasure hunting voyage soon took a turn for the worst when a Mardier cutter spotted them attempting to land on an island. Declaring the island was under Mardierian protection, the cutter bore up, boarded Joan's raft, and declared it a lawful prize. Varcoast Captured by St. Pierre (Varcoast privateer, LeColeon) - Eslandola Elostirion Pearl Diving Canoe Recent hurricanes have disturbed the seafloor, making it difficult to find any pearls. Elysabethtown 8 - Eslandola Elostirion Cotton Lady Found some valuable trees nocked down by recent hurricanes. Elysabethtown 90 - Eslandola Eslandola Catfish Supreme Spotted a Mokolei brig attempting to capture an Eslandolan ship. Caught the brig and exchanged boardsides until a shot destroyed the helm. Brig escaped. Elysabethtown 0 - Eslandola Eslandola Migery Attempted to capture a Mokolei galley, but was forced to flee after loosing her mainmast. Elysabethtown 0 - Eslandola Eslandola Morning Fog N/A Weelond 0 - Eslandola Eslandola The Gallant N/A Weelond 0 - Eslandola Gulagurag Athena's Grace Attempted to attack a Mardier brig, but quickly lost the weather gauge, allowing the brig to attack the ships one at a time. Sunk 0 - Sea Rats Jacob Nion Amaranth Angel Captured by a MAR cutter. Varcoast Captured by St. Pierre (Varcoast privateer, LeColeon) - Sea Rats Jacob Nion Queen Annetta's Revenge Engaged a joint ESL/Corrington fleet, gained the weather gauge and captured all enemies. Caught a small Corrington skiff for good measure Bastion Captured two Olean warships. (2x5LA) HRS Ville d'Astrapi, HRS Infatigable Sea Rats Kai NRG Dark Spirit Having lost her ally, she briefly engaged The Viper before retiring with the White Skull in tow. Weelond Captured the White Skull (Dr. Spock, 2a) White Skull Sea Rats Kai NRG Filo Morado Found no action. Nova Terreli 0 - Eslandola KolonialBeamter Amphithrite’s Lily The old cog’s antiquated rig did not stand to a sudden squall, and with no ports nearby, the dismasted vessel was lost at sea. Lost 0 - Oleon KolonialBeamter Santa Clara It appears the minions did not succeed in sealing their cut-out, as the Santa Clara is nowhere to be seen. Lost 0 - Oleon Kwatchi The Donatus Attempted to attack a Pontillan brig, but quickly lost the weather gauge, allowing the brig to attack the ships one at a time. King's Port Captured by Pontillan Brig - Sea Rats MAESTRO Pineapple Revenge Lost the weather gauge, captured by Sea Rats (The Viper) Bastion Captured by the Viper (MKJoshA) - Eslandola Maxim I Golden Star About to reach port with a record profit, the crew was forced to throw its cargo over board to escape pirates and seek the safety of Weelond. Weelond 0 - Eslandola Mike S Armina Spotted a Pontillan ship (Class 5 Heavy A). The Pontillan fired on the Armina and her consorts before fleeing. Was quickly caught and raked, forcing the Pontillan to strike Belson Captured Pontillan warship (5 LA) Heidi Corrington Bregir Justicia Supported ally Belson 0 - Corrington Captain Genaro Le Protecteur Repelled a Sea Rat attack Belson 0 - Oleon MKJoshA The Viper Having lost all her allies, she briefly engaged the Dark Spirit before retiring with the Pineapple Revenge in tow. Bastion Captured Pineapple Revenge MAESTRO, 3A) Pineapple Revenge Sea Rats MKJoshA Jade Piranha Supported ally Bastion Captured Tigerlily (Tomsche, 1wr) and King Archibald (Captain Braunsfeld, 2A) King Archibald, Tigerlilly Sea Rats MKJoshA The Darting Frog Supported ally Bastion Captured Dark Narwhal (Gedren_y, 2a) and Clearance (Puvel, 4A) Dark Narwhal, Clearance Sea Rats Phadeout Goldwing Found an Eslandolan galleon that had run aground, but only managed to recover part of the cargo before several well armed ships aproached over the horizion. Terreli 160 - Eslandola Tomsche Disguised Skiff Attempted to discretely move some wealthy individuals to an undisclosed island, but was spotted by a Mardierian warship. Incorrectly establishing its nationality, the captain attempted to hail the galley for news from the old world. The captain, the infamous L'Olius, boarded the ship and is holding the wealthy individuals for randsom. King's Port Captured by l'Olius in the Crooked Sparrow (MAR) - Corrington Tomsche HMS Isandlwana Was searching for lost treasure when a Mokolei galley approached. The galley quickly closed and boarded the unsuspecting vessel with little resistance (most of the crew was ashore). Mokolei Captured by Mokolei Privateer Ali in the Desert Prince (4A) - Corrington Tomsche Crepe Fruite Was able to plunder some of the many wrecks left from ESL/MAR fighting Quinnsville 240 - Corrington Tomsche Espada Found some luck fishing until its launch was destoyed in a storm Quinnsville 14 - Corrington Tomsche Tigerlily Searching caves for lost pirate treasure when a Sea Rat fleet squadron approached. Quickly struck after firing a few shots to preserve their honor. Captured by Jade Piranha Bastion Captured by the Jade Piranha (MKJoshA) - Corrington Tomsche Fingernail Found some luck fishing, but decided to cut her lines when a Mokolei galley began bearing down with surprising speed Quinnsville 26 - Corrington Tomsche Cod Hunter Chased by a pirate snow (Class 5 light A), exchanged broadsides, and was quickly boarded. Her consorts raked the snow and forced the snow to strike. Quinnsville Captured the Siren's Song (NPC, 5LA) Siren's Song Corrington Tomsche HMS Terrigan Supported ally Quinnsville 0 - Corrington Tomsche Sea Sparrow Supported ally Quinnsville 0 - Corrington Kaiju Wight Spider Completed its journey unharmed. Bastion 94 Sea Rats Corrington Convoy Thunderrun Only encountering a single privateer, the infamous Paul Belfort in the Spotted Phil, which was swiftly dispatched, the Thunderrun made a near perfect run, had not two vessels been forced to return to port due to damages. 0 - - Bregir Blazer Cruising near Tiberia at full speed, the loss of a topmast made the captain seek safety in Arlinsport. Arlinsport 0 - Corrington Legostone Green Winds With the captain unconscious after being hit by a boom, the first mate misnavigated and brought the schooner into Arlinsport. Arlinsport 0 - Eslandola Silentwolf Pinto Filly Nova Terreli 830 - Corrington Ayrlego Lady Jacqueline Fouling its moorings, the Lady Jacqueline could not leave port. Granoleon 0 - Corrington MAESTRO Colour of the Wind Nova Terreli 830 - Eslandola ETTC Golden Filly Nova Terreli 830 - Eslandola Silentwolf Don Obello Defending the convoy mano a mano against Paul Belfort in the Spotted Phil. After a short exchange of fire, the Spotted Phil exploded. Nova Terreli 0 - Corrington Corrington HMS El Bellos Nova Terreli 0 - Corrington Corrington HMS Bagg of Bolton Nova Terreli 0 - Corrington Corrington HMS Badger Nova Terreli 0 - Corrington Corrington Convoy Merry Lyric Miraculously avoiding privateers and pirates, the Merry Lyric followed the Thunderrun into Nova Terreli. 0 - - ETTC Sparta With a number of criminal stow-aways found on board, the Sparta hurried to Belson to bring them to justice, foregoing the profits of trade. Belson 0 - Eslandola Bregir Revenant Stopped by Garveyan Customs Officials and forced to port for a full search, the Revenant made no profits. Prinport 0 - Corrington Tomsche HMS Green Dragon Nova Terreli 168 - Corrington Silentwolf Alexander Nova Terreli 168 - Corrington Bregir Sphinx Nova Terreli 168 - Corrington CelesAurivern Valhyrie II Close to port, escaping from pirates made the crew dump their cargo and seek shelter in Bardo. Bardo 0 - Corrington Mike S Black Marlin Nova Terreli 168 - Corrington Scarst Saucy Jack Nova Terreli 168 - Corrington Maxim I Purple Rain Nova Terreli 336 - Eslandola MAESTRO La Mystique Nova Terreli 336 - Eslandola MAESTRO El Rubi The rudder being dislodged by a floating log just outside of port, this vessels tour was cut short. Granoleon 0 - Eslandola ETTC Belson Nova Terreli 420 - Eslandola Ayrlego Alexander Keith Nova Terreli 420 - Corrington Legostone Santiago Nova Terreli 420 - Eslandola Mike S Sulky Harlequin Nova Terreli 420 - Corrington Scarst The Half Moon Nova Terreli 420 - Corrington Ska Dancing Dogfish Nova Terreli 420 - Corrington Corrington Convoy Quick Wing This slow moving convoy found the seas swept clean before it, and reached Nova Terreli with very few problems. 0 - - Ayrlego The Saucy Gibbon Nova Terreli 166 - Corrington Brickwolf Corland Supplier Nova Terreli 332 - Corrington Silentwolf Flying Colt Nova Terreli 166 - Corrington ETTC Supreme Nova Terreli 664 - Eslandola Puvel HMS Alice Nova Terreli 166 - Eslandola CelesAurivern Peregrine Harsh weather and a torn sail forced the Peregrine into Arlinsport. Arlinsport 0 - Corrington Brickwolf Eliza Rats having eaten the sails and much of the rigging kept this small trader in port. Belson 0 - Corrington Eslandian Convoy Dragon's Teeth Intercepted by a powerful Sea Rat Squadron, this convoy captured all three privateers in equal combat, and the tradeships made it through unscathed. However, they did seem mared by bad luck. Three merchants had accidents, and upon reaching Terreli, other ships had already arrived and taken the most profitable customers. 0 - - Umbra-Manis Aurei Lacerta Terreli 222 - Eslandola Titus V Arkady Terreli 74 - Eslandola Phadeout Ultimo Phénix During unloading in Terreli, the morrings slipped and the cargo was dropped in the sea. Never was a captain seen in such a temper… Terreli 0 - Eslandola Kai NRG The Golden Snake Reaching the old world, its cargo of cotton cloth was found to be ruined by mold. Belson 0 - Eslandola Eslandola Blood Diamond Never reached combat when the Sea Rats Attacked Terreli Eslandola Eslandola Dread Treasure II In a massive encouter with the pirates, shots from the Dread Treasure raked the forecastle of the Mirthless Jest, which struck its colours after loosing its foremast. Terreli Captured the Mirthless Jest (Kaiju, 3A) Mirthless Jest Eslandola Eslandola La Salamandra With the Sea Rats demoralised by the loss of the Mirthless jest, the Great Scott too surrendered as it caught fire. Terreli Captured the Great Scott (dr. Spock, 3A)) Great Scott Eslandola Eslandola Oscuridad Rushing down on the last pirate, a few lucky shots from its chasers forced the Maiden of the Deep to follow the fate of its consorts. Terreli Captured the Maiden of the Deep (Kaiju, 4A) Maiden of the Deep Eslandola Eslandian Convoy Double Duty The main convoy made its route almost without incidents. 0 - - Gedren_y Island Rose Granoleon 220 - Eslandola Sir Stig Silver Scythe Granoleon 220 - Eslandola Capt. Wolf Far Horizon Granoleon 220 - Corrington TitusV Esmeralda Granoleon 550 - Eslandola Maxim I Prince of Stedor Granoleon 275 - Eslandola Legostone Wringe II The Wringe was singled out from its convoy by a Mokolei privateer, but despite being heavily outgunned, it managed to repell the attacker. Due to damages, it returned to port for repairs. Elysabethtown 0 - Eslandola MCTC Prince Fernando Being lured in by the Elysabethtown inns and bars, the drunkenness of the crew forced the Captain to stay in port. Elysabethtown 0 - Eslandola Phadeout El Heraldo de Oro Losing its foremast after running onto a sandbank, the vessel didn't herald any gold for its owners as it retreated to Nova Terreli. Nova Terreli 0 - Eslandola Olean Convoy Seven Seas Attacked by a heavy Sea Rat squadron, the convoy lost most of its escorts, but the merchants escaped. 0 - - KolonialBeamter La Recouverance Granoleon 830 - Oleon Oleon Esprit Royal Granoleon 830 - Oleon Dukesc The Lightning Granoleon 830 - Oleon Captain Genaro Étoile du Sud Granoleon 830 - Oleon KolonialBeamter Comtesse de Praenia Just out of port, this modern schooner sprung a leak and had to return to Nova Terreli. Nova Terreli 0 - Oleon Dukesc The Ranger Protected the merchants as the other escorts engaged the sea rat squadron. Granoleon 0 - Oleon Oleon HRS Infatigable As the Seaven Seas convoy came under attack, the HRS Infatigable, HRS Ville d'Astrapi, and Persévérante rushed to protect the convoy. Unfortunately, the Sea Rats proved too powerful. Bastion Captured by Queen Annetta's Revenge (Jacob Nion) - Oleon Oleon HRS Ville d'Astrapi Rushing to revenge the loss of the Infatigable, it too fell to the Sea Rat Squadron. Bastion Captured by Queen Annetta's Revenge (Jacob Nion) - Oleon Oleon Persévérante The last of the ships to fall to the sea rat attack, no prize crew could be spared, so it was left to drift. With the Sea Rats below the horizon, the remaining, battered crew took the damaged ship into Nova Terreli. Nova Terreli 0 - Oleon Olean Convoy 4-Star Convoy A perfect run - no privateers, no accidents. Zeus shined on its path. 0 - - Robinnilsson403 The Prophecy Terreli 332 - Oleon Gideon Zephyr Terreli 332 - Oleon The Sarge Étalon Terreli 498 - Oleon Franco Clarke Stingray Terreli 498 - Oleon Phred The Benefactor Terreli 498 - Oleon Dukesc The Taurus Terreli 498 - Oleon Oleon Fleur Verte Terreli 830 - Oleon Phred The Aspiration Terreli 830 - Oleon KolonialBeamter Diligente Terreli 0 - Oleon Dukesc HMS Tiddlywinks Terreli 0 - Oleon Oleon HRS Breshaun Terreli 0 - Oleon Captain Genaro HRS Pride of Oleon Terreli 0 - Oleon Oleon HRS Ville de Granoleon Terreli 0 - Oleon Phred The Demon Sea Turtle Terreli 0 - Oleon Olean Convoy 3-Star Convoy An uneventful journey led the convoy to an already saturated market in Terreli. 0 - - Khorne The Torino Terreli 160 - Oleon Captain Becker Pegasus Terreli 160 - Oleon Franco Clarke Colombe Terreli 160 - Oleon Dzoni90 Comet 2 Terreli 160 - Oleon Col. Brik Empty Barrel Terreli 160 - Oleon Sebeus I Piranha Terreli 162 - Oleon Azog Starliner Lost at sea with nothing but an empty barrel found the next morning by the convoy. Lost 0 - Oleon Zaael The Fiesta Terreli 160 - Oleon Dukesc The Pinto Mutineers took control and sailed the Pinto away to some exotic island. Lost 0 - Oleon Phred The Resurrection Terreli 160 - Oleon Dannylonglegs The Singsong Terreli 160 - Oleon Franco Clarke Vif Terreli 160 - Oleon Oleon Pride of Poseidon Terreli 0 - Oleon Blackdeathgr Gladiateur Terreli 0 - Oleon Phred The Turgut Terreli 0 - Oleon Oleon HRS Eltina II Terreli 0 - Oleon Oleon HRS Tigre Terreli 0 - Oleon Oleon HRS Ville d'Acropolis Terreli 0 - Oleon Dukesc The Navigator Terreli 0 - Oleon Olean Convoy 2-Star Convoy Another uneventful journey. Escorts reported to have held boxing matches to keep the crews entertained. 0 - - Captain Pirate Man Swift Disagreement with the sailors union kept this vessel in port. Granoleon 0 - Oleon Matthias Cog 1 Granoleon 378 - Oleon Franco Clarke Black Barbarian Granoleon 0 - Oleon Dukesc The Galaxie Granoleon 0 - Oleon Oleon HRS Triton Granoleon 0 - Oleon Sea Rat Convoy Sunrise 0 - - cb4 Parakeet Granoleon 252 - Sea Rats Pombe Absolutely Fabulous Granoleon 378 - Sea Rats MKJoshA The Golden Dragon Granoleon 0 - Sea Rats Vedauwoo Antigone's Fury Granoleon 504 - Sea Rats Sea Rats Vagabond King Granoleon 0 - Sea Rats Sea Rats Poseidon's Revenge Granoleon 0 - Sea Rats Sea Rat Convoy Sunset 0 - - Vedauwoo Le Dindon Nova Terreli 282 - Sea Rats MKJoshA El Polla Sirens or the kraken? No word has been heard from el Polla since it left port. Lost 0 - Sea Rats Sea Rat The Walrus Returns Nova Terreli 0 - Sea Rats Sea Rat Corporal Milton Nova Terreli 0 - Sea Rats Sea Rat Catfish Nova Terreli 0 - Sea Rats Olean Convoy Landlubbers 0 - - Captain Pirate Man Jenny 2 Rowboat Eltina 46 - Oleon Captain Pirate Man Jenny 1 Rowboat Loosing its oars, there was nothing to do but drift back to port after dumping its cargo. Eltina 0 - Oleon (If you prefer an Excel file, you can download this. But please save it locally, rather than editing in the online version.

Rumours from the King's Port Printing Press! Rumour has it that the types are just now being set for the long awaited next issue of the King's Port Advertiser! What news will it bring from the Brick Seas? Who will rejoice with riches, and who will mourn lost fortunes or sons? It has been a long wait, and a dramatic time on the seas, with many vessels lost and others being taken prize... Stay tuned for more. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

@Maxim I: When may we assume starting to see returns on our investments? Have you lead us into a scheme, expect to see private ships of war outside your port within the month!

Will you keep announcing each time you have paid, or should we just assume it happens each month?

Great follow-up on the last instalment, Franco. Erwin surely is a tactical mastermind! As always, I like how you illustrate your story with some very dramatic photos. I am still concerned that you seem to have a private war with us in Corrington, and hope some day we will all agree about our diplomatic relations... Or perhaps Corrington should take the consequences and declare war, since you keep attacking our vessels!?

Great use of colours, Brickwolf, and those pillars, vines and windows all make this come together as a beautiful little build. The fishing minifig is very clever too! My only comment would be that some texture on the dockside would be nice. I think your builds are getting nicer and nicer! Keep up the good work.

Great looking butcher's shop, although I do wonder what you guys feed those chickens ;) Lots of great details, especially those hanging shelves with the meat and other foodstuffs! :)