
Pirates of Avern
The Pirates of Avern series follows the adventures of Captain Bloodcloak on the high seas of Avern. Prepare for adventure, and vampires, as you take to the seas!


On the seas of Avern, piracy unfolds, where crews vary from noble-hearted adventurers striving to uplift the less fortunate to ruthless marauders driven solely by greed. The waters are alive with tales of shipwrecks and treasure hunts, as good pirates lend aid to those in need, while their nefarious counterparts scour the waves for profit. Among these swashbucklers, one might encounter vampire hunters, whose skill and bravery rival that of any master swordsman, or privateers, who uphold the law yet embrace the thrill of the chase. The major continent and the enchanting elven islands serve as the backdrop for stories of daring escapades and fierce battles, ensuring that every journey on these high seas is rich with excitement and peril. Adventure awaits those bold enough to sail the unpredictable waters of Avern!


Captain Bloodcloak navigates the turbulent waters of Avern, driven by his ambition to become the most notorious pirate of the Frozen Sea. With each passing day, he hunts not just for treasure but also flees the relentless navies of the wicked kingdoms he plunders. He is a man of honor, and seeks to help free oppressed people and take from those that do not deserve what they have. He himself has nothing save the ship, the Blood Letter. With a pirate flag high, he sails and does what he feels like is the right thing with his life.
However, beneath his relentless pursuit of wealth lies a more personal vendetta: the eradication of vampires that plague every port he visits. Alongside his loyal crew, he engages in fierce battles against these nocturnal fiends, often under the cover of darkness. Yet amid the chaos of his endeavors, he remains oblivious to the deep affection his first mate holds for him. As Bloodcloak remains fixated on vanquishing the undead scourge, he faces the poignant question of whether he can momentarily pause to recognize the love that stands right before him.


The Undeath of Captain Bloodcloak


In the treacherous waters where rival pirate crews roam, conflicts are as inevitable as the tides. While traditional pirates vie for dominance, even privateers find themselves entangled in battles over territory and treasure. Men and women serve aboard the ships, giving incredible variety to the pirates and privateers of the Avernese seas. Deciding how to proceed when something amazing happens is always a difficulty.
One fateful day in a bustling port, the crew of a notorious ship stumbles upon an unusual creature—its existence a potential game-changer in their relentless pursuits. Knowing the consequences of letting such a secret slip, they face a dilemma: protect their discovery and gain a mysterious advantage, or risk exposing it to rival crews and outsiders who would exploit it for their gain. One member of the crew, though, finds himself falling completely in love with the mysterious object of their troubles.
As tensions rise and allegiances are tested, the crew must navigate treacherous waters both literally and metaphorically, deciding whether to embrace their newfound treasure or safeguard it from those who would seize it. In this dangerous game of survival, secrecy becomes as valuable as gold.


Gift of the Sea


In the treacherous seas of the South, amidst the lush canopies of the Seran jungle peninsula and the shores of Kranos Island, Captain Bloodcloak's relentless pursuit of the vampire scourge takes an unexpected turn. His undead existence has transformed into a peculiar type normalcy for the crew, supported by the unwavering loyalty and love of his first mate. However, when an urgent mission leads Captain Bloodcloak deep into the heart of the jungle, he inexplicably vanishes, leaving his first mate frantic and desperate for answers. Unbeknownst to them, the captain has fallen under the enchanting spell of a mesmerizing fae beauty, who has ensnared him with visions of a prosperous future, all while siphoning away his vital essence. As the crew grapples with the captain's mysterious disappearance, they embark on a perilous quest to uncover the truth and rescue their beloved leader from the clutches of darkness.


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