A Warlock Alone, Island Empire solo game

[Scotley]

Missive

As Mangram considers his decision, Michael thinks back to a message he got in the logbook earlier in the day.




[sblock]Mr. Storm:



My thanks for the information – I would return the favor, but it appears you know everything we do at this time. If we learn anything else, I’ll forward it along. In respect to the earrings, I’ll do what I can; however, it will be more a matter of persuasion than decision on my part as I am far from the leader of our little group.



Good to hear from you again!



Rook

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[J. Alexander]

Sailing

"I really dont blame you in fact it is what I would proably do in your shoes" Michael says...."Let's just hope our plans work out and we get you that ship....if not then there are several other options open to you that we can discuss....but in any case we desperately need a larger crew and marine force..any ideas where we can find that"

 

[Scotley]

The discussion continues...

"I'd say you got lucky in that backwater, Tregere. Most ports the vacant berths outnumber able seamen two to one. With trade expanding it is tough to find good people. We might continue to do well in lesser traveled ports. Of course you can't expect to find the best crews there."

 

[J. Alexander]

Sailing

"Actually that may be best" Michael replies "That way we can train them to our ways and not break bad habits.." Then in an offhand way Michael will say "Do you think besides your normal sailing to and fro with building products and livestock, you could turn 5000gold over in trade to cover the expenses of your ship as well as extra for the bank"

 

[Scotley]

Mangram

"Get them young and train the right, yes sir." He rubs his chin absently considering. "We might do well if we can find enough interesting cargo on Tregere. I assume we'll mostly be empty on the outbound trips and that most of the inbound trips will be near full? If we sail beyond the wheelands their is always a market for fresh pork. You've already done well with cigars, but again the best market will be more distant ports. Perhaps Chandar and Imparell can give me some ideas about what would sell best on neighboring isles. I assume the dye market is petty well served already, but there is bound to be something worth selling on Tregere."

 

[J. Alexander]

Sailing

"Well what do you think about a run of fresh produce and pork and such to Mermaids Rest once a month of so. That is if we can recruit suffiecnt marines and crews to keep it safe. But i do agree with you....lets keep it to pork and foodstuffs on the outbound trips from Tergere.....and then we will need you to find someone who knows cattle, pigs and fowls for your return tirps with livestock"

 

[Scotley]

"Yeah if those pirates at the 'Rest find out we have too few marines aboard they will try something. I expect we can get a pretty good selection of vegetables fresh on Tregere, when they are in season, but some months we might have to go further to say the Western Reach."

 

[J. Alexander]

Sailing

"Could be worth considering and such mudane cargo could keep you well below the radar of pirates and unfriendlies" pausing Michael continues "It will all work out i am confident,,but for now i think we should see to our current plans"

 

[Scotley]

Mangram

"Yes, I was just about to review our readiness. How heavy a watch do you want to set tonight? I was thinking we should let as many man as possible rest up for tomorrow. Unless you have reason to expect a threat this evening?"

 

[J. Alexander]

Sailing

"I think a normal watch will do, but do have the crew rig boarding bells along the sides of the ship as a precaution" With that Michael takes his leave and heads below deck where he will sleep. Before settling in though he places the 6 black perals underneath his pillow.