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| The course of the 18th Century saw the [[British Empire]] become the [[Earth|world]]'s leading colonial power, with [[France]] and [[Spain]] as its primary rivals. After siding with the [[Netherlands]] and Austria in the [[War of the Spanish Succession]], the British Empire expanded, gaining territories from both Spain and France, and taking over control of the [[Atlantic Ocean|Atlantic]] [[Slavery|slave trade]] in Spanish America.
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| | | |colspan="2" style="background:#00A690; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;"|'''Contracts''' |
| |-|Dancers=
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| For a handful of coin, "Dancers" can be employed to distract guards and interfere with ongoing fights. They might also have some incredible stories of their own to tell, if only you'd bother to listen.
| | |[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZUCphNBfXI Assassin Contracts] (121) |
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| | |colspan="2" style="background:#00A690; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;"|'''Local Events''' |
| Sailors flush with [[rum]] and the heat of the [[sun]], these Drunkards can be useful in a few ways. First as [[Blending|blend groups]] that allow [[Edward Kenway|Edward]] to hide in plain sight, and secondly as allies in the event of a scuffle. But remember to bring a bit of coin if you want them to fight alongside you, as these [[Piracy|pirates]] won't risk their lives for free.
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| | [A Just Reward] |
| Already a global power, the Spanish defeated powerful adversaries such as the Aztecs and Incas in the Americas by exploiting existing conflicts and rivalries between tribes and nations between the 15th and 18th centuries.
| | [William The Whale] |
| | | [Stalking Danger] |
| Acquisitive and protective of the supply of precious metals its new colonies afforded it, the Spanish Empire enthusiastically participated in the Atlantic slave trade and defended its trade routes aggressively.
| | [Sunken Spanish Treasure] |
| | | [Easy Pickings] |
| Even after its defeat in the War of the Spanish Succession, the 18th century was nevertheless one of prosperity for the Spanish Empire, as their trade reputation grew steadily under Bourbon oversight, and continued to grow at an extraordinary rate until the 1780s.
| | [Smelly Sailors] |
| | | [The Golden Locket] |
| |-|Swashbucklers=
| | [Beat the Chest] |
| Often used interchangeably, there are a number of important distinctions to make between these different kinds of swashbucklers...
| | [Crow's Nest] |
| | | [Tilting at Windmills] |
| [[Piracy|Pirates]]: Criminals on the open sea who use coercion, intimidation and violence to rob innocent people of their cargo and transport. The term pirate is a catch-all and may be used generally to refer to all who perform acts of larceny on the open ocean. Pirates have been a problem since the advent of long-distance ocean travel; every age has seen its share of pirates, and every age has cursed their name and romanticized their cause. During the so-called "[[Golden Age of Piracy]]" (roughly 1650 to 1725), the majority of pirates were from the [[United Kingdom|British Isles]]. Most were young men in their 20s and almost all had already gained some experience as sailors prior to falling into piracy.
| | [Tithes Paid] |
| | | [Simple Performance] |
| Buccaneers: Though often used as a synonym for Pirates now, the term Buccaneer refers more specifically to a group of pirates who lived and operated in the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] in the middle of the 17th century. Best known for attacking settlements and fortifications on land in large groups, the Buccaneers derived their name from the [[France|French]] Boucanier -- an instrument used for smoking strips of meat over an open fire, a favorite sort of sustenance for these terrestrial pirates.
| | [The Cursed Trinket] |
| | | [Visitor of Poor] |
| Privateers: Non-commissioned sailors who attack and rob, having been given a Letter of Marque by their King or a royal official such as a Governor. Thus the distance between a Pirate and a Privateer is but a hair's breath of difference -- Pirates simply sail for one [[Monarchy|monarch]] fewer.
| | [Tax Collector] |
| | | [Divine Secret Kept] |
| |-|Taíno= | | Spiteful Soldier |
| Taíno refers to a group of related languages and cultures widespread across the Caribbean at the time of European arrival. Broadly speaking, they consisted of the Ciboney or Western Taíno of Cuba, Jamaica and the Bahamas; the Classic Taíno of Hispaniola and Borikén (the indigenous name of Puerto Rico); and the Eastern Taíno of the Antilles.
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| | | Prins' Stash |
| A Taíno cacique or chief demonstrated rank by carrying an object forged from guanín, a unique indigenous alloy made out of copper, silver, and gold, noted for its lustrous shine. The term "tabaco" from which we also derive from a Taíno word, as tobacco was cultivated on the islands and its usage noted by Spanish explorers. Other English words with a Taíno origin include barbecue, canoe, hurricane, iguana, and potato.
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| Other, non-Taíno indigenous groups of the island include the Ciguaya, Macorix, and Kalinago or Caribs, for whom the Caribbean Sea is named.
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| There were several attempts to found a town near the [[Havana]] Bay in the early 1500s. A settlement was established by the [[Spanish Empire|Spanish]] {{Wiki|Conquistador}} [[Diego Velázquez de Cuéllar]] around 1514. The city sits on a bay that opens to the {{Wiki|Gulf Stream}} and thus became a natural stopping point between [[Europe]] and the [[Americas]].
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| In the earliest stages of the [[Golden Age of Piracy|golden age of piracy]] Havana was burnt to the ground by [[France|French]] {{Wiki|French corsairs|corsair}}, [[Jacques de Sores]]. By the 1700s, Havana had become a large, heavily fortified port city where [[Spanish Treasure Fleet|Spanish treasure ships]] would dock on their way to Europe. [[Piracy|Pirates]] lurked on the approaches to the city, hoping to capture these same [[ship]]s.
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| Originally founded as another [[Charleston|Charles-Towne]], the city was renamed [[Nassau]] in honor of [[William III of England|King William III]] of the {{Wiki|house of Orange-Nassau}}. This city has a particularly colorful past: In 1706 the city's officially appointed Governor skipped town, thus severing the [[British Empire|Crown]]'s direct control over [[the Bahamas]].
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| The islands languished for almost a decade in the hands of [[United Kingdom|British]] [[Civilians|citizens]] with little or no interest in Statesmanship. By 1713, the entire region had become a haven for [[Piracy|pirates]] and it was in this period that [[Benjamin Hornigold]] declared Nassau to be a pirate republic. He proclaimed himself governor and thereafter every pirate of any sense and reputation used Nassau as a base of operation, transforming this small city of barely 1000 residences into a "nest of infamous bastards", according to the Governor of Bermuda.
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| Dating generally from the [[Maya]]n {{Wiki|Maya civilization|Classic period}} (AD 250 - 900), most Mayan ruins can be found throughout the [[Yucatán Peninsula|Yucatán peninsula]] and Central America. Mayan Temples have steep stone steps and a platform at the top for wooden crowning structures. Mayan architecture is composed with a sophisticated eye to decoration, often using wall paintings and elaborate bas-relief stone carvings. Mayan arches forego the use of a keystone, instead creating a triangle-like arch known as a corbel vault.
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| Present day [[North Carolina|North]] and [[South Carolina]] were originally a single [[United Kingdom|English]] colony, {{Wiki|Province of Carolina}}. They split apart in 1729. The province's sparsely settled seacoast was often pillaged by [[Piracy|pirates]], including [[Edward Thatch|Edward "Blackbeard" Thatch]], "Calico" [[Jack Rackham]], [[Charles Vane]] and [[William Kidd]].
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| |-|Basilica Menor de San Francisco de Asis=
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| A dominating presence on [[Havana]]'s Plaza de San Francisco, the [[Basilica Menor de San Francisco de Asis]] dates from 1580s. Originally, a statue of St. [[Francis of Assisi]] stood atop the bell tower, but this was blown off in a cyclone in 1846. Baroque features were added to the basilica in 1730. | |
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| The [[Governor's Mansion, Havana|Governor's Mansion]] housed the acting [[Spain|Spanish]] governor in addition to prison facilities. A new governor's mansion was constructed across the square in 1791.
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| This [[Old Avery|drinking spot]], named after "The King of [[Piracy|Pirates]]" Henry Avery, was highly popular among gritty seafarers in the early 18th century. Legend had it that Avery himself once had a financial stake in several establishments throughout the [[Caribbean|West Indies]], but that appears to be nothing more than self-promotion.
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| |-|Laurence Prins' Manor=
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| [[Laurens Prins]] was an incredibly successful [[Slavery|slave-trader]] who spent the better part of his 80 years transporting [[Humans|human]] cargo from the west of [[Africa]] to the [[Caribbean|West Indies]]. Near the end of his life, he lived in semi-retirement on land he purchased near [[Kingston]]. One of his most active [[Slave ships|slave ships]], the [[Whydah]], was famously captured by the [[Piracy|pirate]], [[Samuel Bellamy|Sam Bellamy]]. | |
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| Sugar cane was introduced to the [[Caribbean]] basin by [[Christopher Columbus]]. It thrived throughout the islands. Indigenous Tainos in [[Cuba]] were conscripted to harvest the cane. Once harvested, the cane was taken to sugar mills to be washed, shredded, then repeatedly crushed to produce sugar.
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| [[Queen's Staircase|Sixty-five steps]] carved directly into the promontory rock, the Queens [''sic''] Staircase connects the lower town to the fortifications above. [[Slavery|Slaves]] carved the steps by hand in 1773-74 into the 102' (31m), solid [[limestone]] cliff.
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| |-|"Saint Jerome as Cardinal"=
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| An unusual rendering of Saint [[Jerome]] as a scholar rather than an ascetic. The book supporting his hands alludes to his work as a Bible translator.
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| |-|"Harbor Scene at Sunset"=
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| Harbor scenes such as depicted in this 1644 painting were a favorite subject of the artist Claude Lorrain.
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| |-|"The Burning of the 'Royal James'"=
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| An oil on canvas painting by [[Willem van de Velde the Younger|Willem van de Velde II]], the founder of the English school of marine painting. It shows a battle of the {{Wiki|Third Anglo-Dutch War}}.
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| |-|"An English Ship in Action with Barbary Vessels"=
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| More of a display of his imaginative and technical skills than an actual historic representation, this dramatic painting by [[Willem van de Velde the Younger|Willem van de Velde II]] depicts a battle with Barbary corsairs from north [[Africa]].
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| |-|"The Flight into Egypt"=
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| This painting by Luca Giordano was commisioned by King Philip V of Spain for display in the French court.
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| ==Strange Paintings==
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| |-|"Der Liederliche Student" by Gerard van Honthorst=
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| An impression of acquantances rousing in the morning. Everything is as it seems.
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| |-|"Harbour Scene at Sunset" by Claude Lorrin=
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| A beautiful scene of the harbor at sunset.<br>Definitely the original work.
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| |-|"Vanitas Still-life" by Pieter Cleasz=
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| A representation of time through various objects. Something feels off about this.
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| Gold-work from the Isthmus, representing a crowned half-human, half-bat figure flanked by four crocodile heads.
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| ==Artifacts==
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| |-|Birthday Announcement=
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| Today is my birthday.
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| Brandish every Cask, Bottle and Barrel of Alcohol. Everyone is to partake and sing my Praises. To ensure that this Do goes splendidly, I will take charge of the Stores and require its Key.
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| My Father will be most gratified at your swift fulfilment of my Commands.
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| - Emmerson Beckford
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| |-|Endeavor Cargo Manifest=
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| I, Thomas Cecil, hereby report that the following is a true Manifest of all the Goods, Wares and Merchandize, of the Marks, Numbers and Contents of each Package on board the Endeavor which Cargo was received at the Trading Post of Andreas Island from whence the Craft Sailed for the Plantation of Cat Island.
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| Sugar - 110 Barrels
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| Molasses - 25 Barrels
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| Tobacco - 15 Barrels
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| |-|Barrister's Letter=
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| John,
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| It is done. Accompanying this Letter you will find the Will, fully notarized by myself and with the old Man's signature. It will survive the scrutiny of any English Court, I assure you.
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| Arrangements for your Daughter's removal are also underway. My Associates in the Royal Navy tell me she will be apprehended within the Month. In fact, I hear they have solicited the most reputable Pirate Hunter Lieutenant Maynard for the Task.
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| Courage my Friend. After so many long Years, we are almost there,
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| Thomas Barehaire Esq.
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| |-|Last Will and Testament=
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| In the Name of God, I, Theodore Rupert Braddock, being of sound Mind and Memory, do declare this my last Will and Testament, in Manner and Form following, revoking all former Wills by me made.
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| As touching such worldly Estate wherewith it hath pleased God to bless me in this Life, I give, devise, and bequeath all my Goods unto my well-beloved Son-in-Law, John Baldwin, Husband of my late daughter Elizabeth, to have and to hold the same unto him, his Heirs, and Assigns forever.
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| I do nominate, constitute, and appoint my said Son-in-Law, John Baldwin, to be the sole Executor of this my last Will and Testament, charging him to see this my Will performed according to my true Intent and Meaning.
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| In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my Hand and Seal, this Second day of January in the Year of our Lord One Thousand Seven Hundred and Twenty.
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| Signed, sealed, published, and declared by the said Theodore Rupert Braddock as and for his last Will and Testament, in the presence of us, who, at his Request and in his Presence, and in the Presence of each other, have subscribed our Names as Witnesses hereto.
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| Theodore Rupert Braddock
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| Witnessed by:<br>
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| Thomas Barehaire, Esquire<br>
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| John Baldwin
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| Thom,
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| Don't go getting all uncharitable about this, I did it for your own Good. I knew we might strike some Trouble along the way, so I hid your Share with the original Will in the Likelihood we ever need the old Man's Signature again.
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| The Locket's here too. I want it kept, no matter what you think. There is no one left to know of it's Significance, at any Rate. I'll recover it from you when all this is over, and include a Crate of Rum for the Inconvenience.
| | https://consolepulse.com/multiplatform/assassins-creed/guides/all-21-local-events-guide-ac-black-flag-resynced |
| | https://www.gamerguides.com/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced/guide/walkthrough/local-quests/all-local-event-locations-and-rewards |
| | https://www.ign.com/wikis/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced/Local_Events |
| | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvN9w-hlpM8 |
| | --> |
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| | |colspan="2" style="background:#FF0000; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;"|'''Not touching yet''' |
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| | |Main Quests • Templar Hunt |
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| Chin up Man! We're Home free!
| | ==Side Quests== |
| | ===Blackbeard's Treasure=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Blackbeard's hidden his Treasure in a poxy Riddle.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a lot of Pirates for Somewhere that's meant to be secret. All this because of some paper I found in a dead Man's Hat. I hope I'm right to trust Thatch's Map.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Shite, Thatch. What have you started.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's it. They've seen us now!'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''You know what this looks like? A lot of Work for me at the end of the Day, that's what.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is what happens when you tell Pirates there's Treasure.'' |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Just be glad there are no Spaniards in the Mix.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'd almost prefer warring with the King's Navy to this.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''If the Loot is even Half of Blackbeard's Takings it's enough for all of us to live like Kings. But we have to hurry. With the Redcoats clearing out North Carolina and all, it won't be long afore they're down here as well.'' |
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| | {{IUNote|Title=Search the Water|Text=Take the Diving Bell we picked up and search the Water at the front of the Cave.<br><br>Mind the Rope. It looks half rotted.<br><br>- QM}} |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''They thought Blackbeard hid his Treasure under water.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''I heard tell that Blackbeard buried it here on his own. Left his Crew and rowed Ashore hisself.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 3:''' ''That's all drunk Talk. Blackbeard were too canny to let his Treasure be found easy, no matter what Captain Hands' says.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''You better hope it's True! If the Captain's wrong, we get nothing but Blisters and Thirst for all our Work.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''I told you using a Bell was madness! Now look what's happened.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''Don't blame me! You were all for it 'til the cursed Line broke.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''Our Lads are drowned for certain! This is Captain Hand's fault, dragging us out here just to die.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''How in Hell did Blackbeard manage all this?'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''I ain't going back in there. There's Sharks in them Tunnels that got our Lads! I can't fathom how Blackbeard ever got through by himself.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''Leave them Powder Barrels be. Hands left 'em where they are a Purpose, and don't want no one touching 'em.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 8:''' ''Ah, he just couldn't carry them further with his gammy Leg. Look, no Harm will come of...'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 9:''' ''Think, man. Where would you hide your Treasure if you was Blackbeard. Not out in the open, that's certain.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 10:''' ''A couple of Boys went ahead, and the Walls fell on 'em! I ain't going no further!'' |
| | *'''Pirate 11:''' ''We can't just leave them, the Captain will have our Heads. Grab a couple of those Barrels, and we'll blast our way through.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 10:''' ''Captain Hand's to blame! He's going to get us killed. It's plain Blackbeard's trapped the Cave.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 11:''' ''Curse you for a Coward! You'll go in, or I'll gut you where you Stand!'' |
| | *'''Pirate 10:''' ''Try it, Lobcock, and see where it gets you!'' |
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| | *'''Israel Hands:''' ''I was fucking Sailing Master, not some Swab! So who did Blackbeard send to search out his Farming tools? Israel bloody Hands, that's who. And I went, bad Leg and all, like a whimpering Puppy. Well, my Day has come. I'll take my Reward and more from Blackbeard's own Treasure.'' |
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| | *'''Hands:''' ''I served Blackbeard, and what did it get me? The miserable Bastard shot me in my knee just to prove he could. Then he gave all Reward to that prancing Dandy Kenway. Well, now I'll get my Share!'' |
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| | *'''Hands:''' ''Edward Kenway. Now that's fucking poetry, that is. I'll settle every Debt owed me this Day.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Israel Hands, Thatch's Sailing Master. I thought you Dead, or lost on account of your own Navigation.'' |
| | *'''Hands:''' ''You were always the Favorite, thieving Reward due the rest of us. You're gonna pay for that, Kenway! And for all you ever done to me!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Ever the Green Eyed Minnow, Hands.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''What the Devil...'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''Is that it? That's Blackbeard's Treasure?'' |
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| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''Whoever's reading this Letter, you best hope I'm dead, or you'll answer for disturbing what I took uncommon Pains to secure. If, in point of Fact, I am dead, with Luck it's Edward Kenway who's doing the reading, having been lured by the smell of Gold. That being the Case, I'm sorry to disappoint you, Lad. You've not found Gold. But what you have found is Treasure of sorts. Here you have Everything you'll need to establish a Freehold, and grow it into the grand Proposition we always dreamed of. It's cost me a pretty Penny too, if I'm honest, so don't go squandering it. Do right by me in this, Kenway. The World needs a Place like Nassau, as much as it ever did.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You soft headed old Coot.'' |
| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''Now don't worry, this weren't my whole Fortune. The rest is hid safe, and there ain't no Map to it. Blackbeard.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Clever Bastard. All right, Thatch. I'll see to it.'' |
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| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Captain Kenway. What is all this? Pieces of Eight, Shovels, Pitchforks, Plow. A farming Manual?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Gift of sorts, from Blackbeard's Treasure. And there's a lot more besides.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''It's enough to secure the Prosperity of all the lives here. That's a strange kind of Treasure for a Pirate, is it not?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Blackbeard weren't a usual Pirate. Use it well. Treasure or no, it weren't easy to find.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I'll make sure we do, Captain.'' |
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| | ===Captain Stede Bonnet=== |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Captain Kenway! A Letter's arrived at the Villa, addressed to you by way of Stede Bonnet. I've left it for you in the Trophy Room.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Bonnet? It's been some time since I heard News of him. Thank you.'' |
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| | *'''Stede Bonnet:''' ''My dear Friend, Edward. After a rather unfortunate Kerfuffle with the Governor's men, I currently enjoy the Hospitalities of a Charles-Towne Jail. It's all a bit bothersome, but I have Faith I'll be freed soon. Luckily, I'd already stashed some of my Takings in the Cabin of my Ship. I've sent it ahead to Mystery Island, but the Crew can be unpredictable without a Captain. I thought you might be amenable to checking in on them. There will be Reward for the Inconvenience of course, and I'll meet you there when I manage to extricate myself. It'll be just like old times! Signed Captain Stede Bonnet.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Captain Stede Bonnet... now, that's unexpected.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hidden Treasure and Trouble with the Authorities. You earn my Respect, Bonnet.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I hope Bonnet's taken real Booty, and isn't hoarding Sugar or the like.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''I wonder what Bonnet's got up to, since he sailed off into yonder Sunset. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He was quite the sight, wasn't he? From the Silk and Velvet of Barbados, to his own Captain's Helm. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Aye. The man wasn't cut from the same Cloth as the rest of Nassau, that's for sure. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is that a hint of Fondness I hear, Lucy? |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I've no Love for the Posturing of Captains, present company excluded. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Naturally. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Bonnet struck me as a different sort. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''His ways aren't as Rough as Thatch or Vane's. But I can't say if that's a good thing. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Schooner's run aground. Could be Bonnet. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Revenge. This is Bonnet's Tub.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Locked tight. |
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| | *'''Rowland Sharp:''' ''Get your paws off that Hatch, you Skulk. Come on out and face me! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Peace, man. My name's Edward Kenway, a friend of Bonnet's. I'm looking for his Crew, not a Fight. |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Edward Kenway? As I live and breathe... come, join me by the Fire. |
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| | *'''Sharp:''' ''"Flash Rogue with a Hangman's Grin." Major Bonnet told me to look out for you, Captain Kenway. Name's Rowland Sharp. I'm in charge of this here Crew. It's an honour to meet you, a real honour. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Pleasure's mine. Where's Major Bonnet now? What happened to his Ship? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''After the Major sent us on ahead of him, there was a Mutiny. The Traitors filched the Key to the Major's Cabin belowdecks. We've been holding them off since, but they took the Provisions for themselves. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''When does Bonnet get here? |
| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Mister Sharp! Trouble! The Mutineers are further down the Shore, gathering for an attack. All of them. |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''You'll have answers, Captain Kenway. But we need your help. This is our chance to get the Major's Key back. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lead on, Mister Sharp. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''Weeks of this miserable stalemate. Now we break it. |
| | *'''Pirate 3:''' ''With Captain Edward Kenway's help, no less! |
| | [] |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''These Mutineers are a savvy bunch. Have you your Wits about you? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Wits, Steel, and Powder besides. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Gird your Loins, lads. For the Major! |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ignatius Pell:''' ''Oi oi, look what washed up. Bonnet's Cabin Boys. I'm shitting my Drawers in Fear. |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Pell, you Swab! He's a damned fine Captain. Too good for the likes of you. |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''He's soft as his three Chins. You'd follow such a weakling? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Have you forgotten when he ate naught but Hardtack for weeks, so that we could have Meat? I'd follow this kind of Captain over you lot, that's certain. |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''Then you can follow him straight to the Gallows, and Blubber and Grovel all the way! |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''That Dandy lorded over us like he was our better. He broke the Pirate Code! |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''What would you know of any Code? You can't even read! |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''What, and you can? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''I'm not the one talking about it, am I? |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''Gut them, lads! |
| | [] |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Bonnet's Brigade fights on! Get stuck in, lads, fight like the Major himself was here! |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''All this Bluster, Sharp, and for what? You still thinking the Oaf is going to share his Treasure with you? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''It's only ever about Reward, isn't it? What would you know of Loyalty? |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''Come show me then! |
| | [] |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''The Mutineers are dead! We have the Key! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Keep your Eyes open. I have a sense it's not over yet. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''Yonder on the Horizon! There's a Brig and she's heading this way! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That Ship's carrying the Union Jack. Ready yourselves, the Navy's here. |
| | [] |
| | *'''British Officer 1:''' ''By Order of the King, the Property of the Pirate Stede Bonnet is to be seized by the Crown, and his Crew apprehended! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What in Blazes is going on? |
| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''Were we the ones who called for the Navy? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Not on your Life. It must have been Pell and his Boys. |
| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''The Gall of them. Rats! |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Traitors! |
| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''Cowards! |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Lily-livered! |
| | *'''British Officer 2:''' ''Will you shut your Gobs and listen to me. You're all under Arrest! |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''Hold on, this here Island's got no Governor, does it? Then why's the Navy here? |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''Actually, the Acts of Trade and Navigation empower them to stake what they like from Ships not manned by "loyal" subjects. |
| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''Oi, who made you a Barrister, then? |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''Well, I did secure a Pupilage at Gray's Inn, before shipping off. |
| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''How the Hell did you end up with us? |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''Ain't it all the same? We take what we want, at someone else's expense. |
| | *'''British Officer 3:''' ''Excuse me! I'm still here! And you're all under Arrest! |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's done. That's the last of them. |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''And we've got the Major's Key again. Come with us to the Cabin, Edward. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm still owed some answers, Sharp. Where's Bonnet? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''I wish I knew. There was Trouble in Charles-Towne. The Governor put a Bounty on the Major's head, and his men chased us out to Sea. The Major sent us on ahead. Then he turned back upriver to draw them off our tail. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That must be how he was captured. He held them off alone? |
| | *'''Pirate 8:''' ''"See how Edward taught me to fight!" he said. And have we seen it! |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''You're exactly as he said you'd be, Captain Kenway. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pirate 9:''' ''I snuck a last Letter from Major Bonnet out of Charles-Towne, and sailed alone to get it here. He was in an ill Mood when he passed it to a paid off guard in the Prison. We stowed the Letter in the Cabin. |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Here. Bonnet's Letter was meant for you. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Thank you, Mister Sharp. I'll have a look around. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What's this... Sugar? He recovered it. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Looking properly Dashing. |
| | [] |
| | {{IUNote|Title=Act of Grace|Text=We do hereby promise and declare, that having surrendered himself to the Governor of North Carolina Charles Eden, Stede Bonnet shall have Our gracious Pardon of his Piracy by him commited before the fifth Day of September, in the Year of Our Lord One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighteen.}} |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Looks like he took the King's Pardon, then reneged. Sly dog. |
| | [] |
| | [[Database: Stede Bonnet's Diary, 3 July 1718]] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bonnet's Diary. What Adventures am I to discover, Captain Bonnet? |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Rich. Definitely Bonnet's Quarters. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Bonnet:''' ''Edward, I... I am to be hanged on the Morrow. I imagined facing Death like you, swords drawn, full of Gusto. Instead, I found myself begging and weeping at the Governor's feet. I fear your Advice was wasted on a Constitution like mine. Perhaps I should've left off Pirating altogether, and sailed home to my Wife and Children. But I'm not quite the same man who left them, am I? That was the Gift you gave me, the Courage to live free. I'll muster that Courage when the morning comes. The Stories I promised will have to wait, Edward. But if, on your Adventures, you should hear any Tales of my sundry Exploits and Capers... then perhaps in the End I lived as I was meant to. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Sailor:''' ''We kept the Watchfires burning, for the Day he'd sail again. But the Gallows claimed our Captain, though the People sang his Name. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''The Major... he's not coming, is he? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He is not. What's left of the Ship and Crew are yours now, Mister Sharp. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I've still got his Portrait. I will hang it proudly. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bonnet... did he make it out of that Mess alive, after all? |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''You've returned, Captain Kenway. How was the Reunion with your old Acquaintance? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There wasn't one. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''An exquisite Piece, Captain Kenway. I could find Buyers for it, should you wish to sell. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Some things hold more value than Gold, Silver, or Rum. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' '"'Life can't be all Pleasure and Distraction", you told me. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I fear I led you astray, my Friend. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I would have liked to hear those wild Stories he promised. |
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| |-|Jing Lang's Note=
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| Vance,
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Those Soldiers in Kingston thought him hanged. If he's managed to give the Crown the slip, Bonnet's become quite the Pirate. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Embers are still hot. |
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| I had to leave early. My Order requires a Report and there cannot be a Delay. I'll be waiting by the Tavern at the usual Time. Come with both pieces of the Map.
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| Jing Lang
| | *'''Abel Galvao:''' ''I have heard of this Captain Bonnet. They said he was a bumbling Fellow, sent away from Blackbeard's Fleet on account of Softness and Ill-discipline. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bonnet's still learning to wear the Captain Title. He'll need Time. |
| | *'''Abel Galvao:''' ''That is time he may not have. Laxity breeds Contempt in one's Crew. Spare them the discipline they long for and they will rise against you. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lucky for the Jackdaw, you've made sure this Crew has not been spared. |
| | *'''Abel Galvao:''' ''I can give and take, both. |
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| |-|Letter from Torres=
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| A letter to Lauren Prins, [sic] congratulating him on acquiring The Sage.
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| |-|Slave Ledger=
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| 1. Cato, 35 years, superior carpenter and ship caulker.<br>
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| 2. York, 16 years, field hand.<br>
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| 3. Nero, 25 years, stone cutter.<br>
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| 4. Bess, 28 years, field cook, water carrier.<br>
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| 5. Esther, 31 years, midwife.<br>
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| 6. Gracey, 14 years, good house girl and child's nurse.<br>
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| 7. Anthony Morgan, about 30 years, fine engineer and field hand.<br>
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| 8. Sarah Morgan, 32 years, good field hand; tonsils occasionally inflamed.
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| 9. Infant, 2 months.<br>
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| 10. Anthony, 3 years.<br>
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| 11. Stephen, 5 years.<br>
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| 12. Nace, 9 years.<br>
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| 13. Sophy, 12 years, likely.
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| |-|Notice of Dismissal=
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Stede Bonnet. I've heard this Name of late. |
| You, Mr Thomas Stell, Ensign, stand charged for Dereliction of Duty.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'd not thought I'd hear it again. |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Word was he won Fame sticking it to the English at Charles-Towne. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Well, I'll be damned. |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''By all accounts the Townspeople took him in as one of their own. Damn near rioted when the Governor put him in Bilboes. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He might have wriggled free of them, judging from his Letter. We'll see. |
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| On Tuesday last you were tasked to deliver a Prisoner to the Church at the center of Kingston, but were discovered to be in a shameful and drunken State, having abandoned your Post.
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| You are dismissed forthwith from Service, being no longer entitled to Pay or Protection from the Royal Navy.
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Stede Bonnet. The rivermen of Charles-Towne know that name. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What have you heard? |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''He took on two English Sloops in the shallows of the River. Perhaps it was three. In any event, he scuppered one with Cannon Fire. |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''He did it alone. Was it Luck? No matter. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Doesn't sound like the Bonnet I knew. |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Can we ever truly know someone? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Right... |
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| |-|Bill of Sale=
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| Know all, by these Present, that I, Alvin of the Village of Grand Cayman, in consideration of the Sum of Forty-Two Reales in Hand, paid to me by Vargas of the Village of Grand Cayman, the Receipt of where I do acknowledge, have in turn sold and delivered in measured Weight One-Hundred-and-Thirty-Six Pounds of Mutton Snapper unto said Vargas.
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| In witness whereof I have set my Hand the Fifth Day of May 1716.<br>Signed, sealed and delivered in the present of
| | *'''Pirate British 04 Male:''' ''You'll pay for your Treason, I swear it. |
| All and Sundry, viz.
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Swear on what? What do you even have to your name? |
| | *'''Pirate British 04 Male:''' ''I swear on me dead Nan! |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Sod your Nan! |
| | *'''Pirate British 04 Male:''' ''You'll pay for that! |
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| - Alvin of Grand Cayman
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| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Mark how the King's Men now tremble where they stand. They're scared, Lads! |
| | *'''Pirate British 04 Male:''' ''Look at that, we've shaken the Powder from their Wigs! |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Come over here, Arse-kissers! I'll turn your Coats a deeper shade of red! |
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| |-|Invitation Letter=
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| John Boreham,
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| In Recognition of your Efforts as a Friend of the Church, we extend to you this private Invitation. Cross the Stream east of Kingston and follow the Lights on the Path. Tonight, we will induct you as a full Member of our Circle. This Opportunity will not be offered again.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Letter from Stede Bonnet. What's become of him? |
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| Yours in our Lord,
| | ===Former Glories=== |
| Bishop Horace Ravenscroft
| | [] |
| | *'''Tavern Keeper:''' ''The men do sorely lack a Place to do their Wenching and Debauching. With a little coin-ed 'couragement, I'd have the old Place Bristol fashion! An' a flow o' rum fit to 'bliterate a good Tar proper like.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Harbourmaster:''' ''I be needin' Coin to set up the Shipyard Cap'n. The faster I have the needful Gold, the sooner our Ships will rule the Waves!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Shopkeeper:''' ''I'll not play Duck and Drake with ye Cap'n, I need Coin to build a little Emporium. I'd be ever obliged... and a local Shop would bring in many a useful Ware for you as Repayment.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Retired harpooner:''' ''I got a Proposal for you, Cap'n. Help rebuild this here Wharf so my Boys can get back to fishing. In return, we'll provide Fish to your Crew. Heck, we find anything useful in our Nets, we'll give ye that too. Whaddya say, Cap'n?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Treasure Dealer:''' ''Captain Kenway! If you seek Treasure, I can help.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Brothel Keeper:''' ''A good Capitaine, he takes care of his Men, yes? The Sailors are un peu dissatisfied that there are no Women of comfort here. I know just where to find them, but we need to build them a Home.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Drunken master:''' ''Been thinking Cap'n, why not build ourselves a grand old Bonfire by the Beach? The Lads'd be o'better Cheer if they had such a Spot to let loose, ye savvy?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This still doesn't quite feel like home... |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's still missing a little something... |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now what could I add to make it perfect... |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I did it. I turned this place into a home. I wonder what Caroline would think of it... |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bernard!'' |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Marveling at the result of your work, Captain Kenway?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Making Tally of what this Compound has cost me so far.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Great Inagua is whole again, made so by your Hand, Captain Kenway.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I did it so that I might return to a Place that isn't rife with Disease and Misery. Still, it feels good to have a hand in all this.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I'll leave you to your Thoughts, Captain Kenway. I think I hear the Passion Flowers calling me. Goodbye.'' |
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| |-|Stede Bonnet's First Letter=
| | ===Art Lover=== |
| My dear Friend, Edward.
| | [This bit is from This Old Cove] |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Are you the new Owner of the House? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And who are you? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''My name is Bernard Edmund Woodhouse, the Butler of Verano House. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Edward Kenway. Du Casse had a Butler? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I served the rightful Owner, the Widow Lady Catherine Ann Summers. She was Lady of this Mansion and the Isle it rests upon. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is this her? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Yes. Lady Summers was committed to this Place. Her Sanctuary, she called it. She wanted a better Life for the People here, and a Home where she could display her Art Collection. It is my final Task. I seek to continue her Work and to fulfill her Wishes. I cannot do it alone. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I get your meaning. You'd have the Coin from my Pocket fund a Hunt for your Art Pieces. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''The Locals here require aid, and the Lady's Collection was no doubt sold off and scattered around the Caribbean. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Why would I bring them here when I could sell them for a Profit elsewhere? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Because I will pay three times what anyone else will. You see, the Lady had no other Family left. In her dying Breath, she bequeathed me... enough. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You drive a hard bargain. I accept. |
| | [Portraiture] |
| | [getting du casse's portrait] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Whoever painted this Portrait did him a great Courtesy... or they were well-paid. |
| | [getting de torres's portrait] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A cautionary tale... |
| | [el tiburon] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Horrible Manners, this one. |
| | [commodore chamberlaine] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Prick. |
| | [laurens prins] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Still looking down on your betters, I see, Prins. |
| | [woodes rogers] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''No Artist can fix that face. |
| | [ben hornigold] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I called him Friend, once. |
| | [Bartholomew Roberts] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This Portrait is the giver of Nightmares. |
| | [Blackbeard] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Painter didn't complete his Work. Rest easy, Friend. |
| | [Stede Bonnet] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I would have liked to hear those wild Stories he promised. |
| | [Robert Maynard] |
| | ? |
| | [hanging all portraits nets you haytham's overcoat + a treasure map] |
| | [Meeting 1 - 15 pieces] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Where is Bernard? |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This will make a fine addition. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This belongs to me now, and it is a worthy Piece. |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Welcome back, Captain Kenway. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You move quietly for a Butler. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Captain Kenway, I must thank you for your efforts in retrieving the Pieces in my Lady's Collection. Verano House is slowly beginning to remember itself. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''The Passion Flower. Or, Passiflora Bahamensis. Lady Summers adored them. We would talk about Art, Languages, the World at large. I'd always hoped we'd travel one Day. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You were fond of her. She would be happy to know how well you've cared for this Place. |
| | [] |
| | [Gives le bourgeoys blades, found coin (trinket)] |
| | [Meeting 2 - 25 pieces] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bernard has to be here somewhere. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a trick I need to learn. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Tea, Captain Kenway? I received a new Shipment from the far East, said to be very popular in the Salons of Europe. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''That's an unusual weapon. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''But useful all the same. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I have seen its like before. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Are you one of them, Bernard? Have I been blind? The way you move, the things you know... I'm not easy to surprise, Bernard, but you've managed it. You are an Assassin, or were. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Well done Captain Kenway. Yes. This House was a Bureau, and I its leader. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Then you have me at an advantage. You knew of me before we met. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I am hardly unique in that. You've quite the Reputation. The trail you've left reaches right across the West Indies. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Why did you stop? Surely your old life was more desirable than this. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I got old. No one can Fight forever. Now, I only desire peace, rest, and to live out my remaining Days as Caretaker to my Lady's House. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I desire far more than that. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''In time, what is meant for us will find us. |
| | [gives the aquila's sails, figurehead and wheel] |
| | [Meeting 3 - 30 pieces] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bernard! The Collection is complete. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bernard. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Captain Kenway. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Quite a sight. What say you, Bernard? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''From the bottom of my Heart, Captain Kenway, I thank you. You have honoured my Lady's dying wishes, and done what I could not do. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The House is better for it. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''This Place was stripped of its Beauty and abused by a Brute, but now... Its dignity has been restored. Thanks to you, Captain Kenway. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm just another Pirate. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''You have reservations about the Assassins. I did too, once. But, the Brotherhood is not something to be convinced of. It must be desired for its own sake, and chosen. |
| | [gives master assassin outfit, obsidian hull] |
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| After a rather unfortunate Kerfuffle with the Governor's men, I currently enjoy the Hospitalities of a Charles-Towne Jail. It's all a bit bothersome, but I have Faith I'll be freed soon.
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Dressed like a King, but this Saint Jerome's got the look of a Man who enjoys a drink. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What sort of Land is Egypt? I'd like to visit, given the Chance. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Sun sliding below the Sea is a sight matched only by when it rises again. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A worthy Battle! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This reminds me of my Days in Nassau. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hmmm... |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Man can outrun anything, except the Grave. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What a Ship! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now that's Art. |
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| Luckly, I'd already stashed some of my Takings in the Cabin of my Ship. I've sent it ahead to Mystery Island, but the Crew can be unpredictable without a Captain. I thought you might be amenable to checking in on them.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Du Casse was a mindless Animal. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''He knew nothing of Honour or Decency. Your killing of him was well done. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And this Blade... I didn't know. You should take it. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''It belongs to you now. |
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| There will be Reward for the Inconvenience of course, and I'll meet you there when I manage to extricate myself. It'll be just like old Times!
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| Signed Captain Stede Bonnet.
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Quite the Collection, Captain Kenway. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye, most of them caused me Trouble. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Your Companions? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Some, once. Seems to me that the Artist flattered a few. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''The Pensill's Amulets forbid to die, and vest us with a fair Eternity.[beat] Immortality, through Shape and Colour. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye.[beat] Now they haunt this Basement. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''[[chuckle]]I rather think they illuminate it... most of them. |
| | --> |
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| |-|Stede Bonnet's Final Letter=
| | ===A Finished Home=== |
| Edward, I am to be hanged on the Morrow. I imagined facing Death like you, Swords drawn, full of Gusto. Instead, I found myself begging and weeping at the Governor's feet. | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I thought I might find you here.'' |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Captain Kenway. Welcome back.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I would like to extend my sincerest thanks for the recovery of Verano House. This Place... this Island... it would not have been possible without you.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I got paid, didn't I?'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''That may be true, but it does not negate the Efforts you have made. Lady Summers would have rejoiced seeing her Island now. It's Home again.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Home.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You told me that your final Task was to fix this Place. What will you do now that it's done?'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I had planned to leave... But if you will allow it, I would prefer to stay. I've become rather fond of the people here.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''By all means, Bernard. You won't want to see the sorry State of things around here if it's left to me.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Goodbye Captain. And thank you.'' |
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| I fear your Advice was wasted on a Constitution like mine. Perharps I should've left off Pirating altogether, and sailed home to my Wife and Children.
| | ===Damn Fine Gear=== |
| | ''Edward finds the key for the locked away Templar Armor in the manor of Great Inagua.'' |
| | [location: Great Inagua] |
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| But I'm not quite the same Man who left them, am I? That was the Gift you gave me, the Courage to live free. I'll muster that Courage when the Morning comes.
| | [Goes, unlocks all 4 locks and retrieves the armor, the templar cross trinket] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Let none say that the Templar's'' [sic] ''lack Style.'' |
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| The Stories I promised will have to wait, Edward. But if, on your Adventures, you should hear any Tales of my sundry Exploits and Capers... then perhaps in the End I lived as I was meant to.
| | ===Mayan Mysteries=== |
| | ''To uncover the mysteries held within the Mayan Temple, Edward must collect keystones scattered all over the world.'' |
| | [location: Tulum] |
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| |-|Stede Bonnet's Dagger=
| | [Goes, puts all keystones in door, which slides open. he enters] |
| A sharp dagger once belonging to Stede Bonnet.
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This Place is ancient.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This must have been something to seen when it was new built.'' |
| | [finds armor] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Oh yeah.'' |
| | [equips, gets the yax tun pendant] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''It fits well.'' |
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|
| |-|Stede Bonnet's Diary, 3 July 1718=
| | ==Rifts== |
| Well, that would be it, it seems. The Bags are packed, the Sails trimmed, the long Trick finally over. The old Revenge is ready for the Journey Home to Barbados Tomorrow, and myself along with her.
| | ===Wayward Souls=== |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Welcome, User. I am Ego. I control the Animus. I was designed to use your genetic memories to bring you inner peace. But your unauthorized exploration of Edward Kenway's life will only cause chaos inside you. So I have created a new simulation, to save you from yourself.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''You and Edward are very much alike. Both of you stumbling into a greater conflict where you do not belong. This new simulation will show you a better past, to calm that chaos within you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I have manipulated Edward's genetic memory to create a different version of him. One who kept his promise and returned to Caroline after two years as a privateer. Follow me.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British sailor:''' ''Captain, we're finally headed home. My Susan will be waiting by the docks, I know it.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British sailor:''' ''Captain Kenway, with the spoils we've won, my family will have our own home now. If you set sail again, remember me.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British sailor:''' ''The sails and rigging are squared away, Sir. Only thing left to do is haul your gold home.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''This treasure represents Edward's dream. Take it.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Pick up your dream again if your suffering is too great.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''It is not a dream of riches, but of returning to Caroline as a man of quality.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Often, Edward found himself putting his dream aside in order to open a path forward, and it brought him pain. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''But the dream of wealth began to overshadow the dream of true love.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''And so the path home became ever more complex and painful.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''You can only live without your dream for a limited time.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Don't leave that chest behind for too long.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Caroline Scott:''' ''H-how long would you be gone with these Privateers?'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Year, I reckon. Two at the most.'' |
| | *'''Caroline:''' ''All right. No more than two... promise me...'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Edward never wanted to hurt the woman he loved. And yet he sailed so far away that nothing could bridge the ocean between them. Edward's choices plunged him deeper into chaos. You can see it manifested all around you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Others, like yourself, are lost in the Dark Animus. I am trying to help you all.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Caroline:''' ''I've an awful Feeling about this. You'll be hurt out there. I couldn't handle that.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Caroline:''' ''I can't promise I'll come, Edward. If you leave on this... fool's Errand... I- I cannot promise anything.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Go ahead. Trust me. I will protect you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Our goal lies ahead.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Inner peace is just within your grasp. Please remain still while I prepare your temporal lobe for genetic memory manipulation.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''Don't listen to her lies. There's nothing peaceful about letting her mess with your brain.'' |
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| I should be glad for it, and a large Part of me is. I never thought I'd find myself saying this, but I do miss my Mary, and the Children I left behind. How many can say they plundered with Ed Thatch, were pardoned by the King, and sailed Home to tell the Tale? And in Truth, I never quite found the Constitution for it all anyway, the Dust-ups and the general Bluster.
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| |
| So why, then, does my Heart still long for the open Sea? There's a sense of things yet undone. The Call of the Gulls and the Promise of Adventure is still wild, still clear. Thought the prospect of Danger turns my Stomach, the Dread of dying in a silken Bed forgotten and full of Regret is the more distasteful to me.
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| Edward, my old friend, you had such a way with Words. What would you say in a Moment such as this? Sod it all.
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| Barbados can wait. Mary will have to be patient. I'll to the Helm again,[sic] set a new Course, and make something of this Life.
| |
|
| |
| |-|Commander's Letter=
| |
| Lieutenant Maynard,
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| I am writing to you and not the Captain as it's clear you're the Authority in these Matters. The Pirate Master Gunner has been found. I will secure him aboard your Fleet when it next arrives at our Island.
| |
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| He remains uncooperative despite encouragement from me. I leave it to you to correct what remains of his Temper.
| |
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| Commander Cyrus
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| |-|Letter From Maynard=
| |
| Jonathan,
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| Once you have brough all you can into our Employ at Nassau, take whatever Gold is left and store it with the rest at the Beckford Estate. Await Word from me there. I have to finish our other Business.
| |
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| The irony that the Pirate's former Capital will help forge the Weapon that undoes them is almost too perfect.
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| In the meantime, avail yourself of the Villa's Amenities. The spiced Wine is excellent.
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| - Lt. Maynard
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| |-|Crystal Skull=
| |
| A mysterious crystal skull.
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| </tabber>
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|
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| ==Portraits==
| |
| <tabber> | | <tabber> |
| |-|Julien Du Casse's Portrait= | | |-|Defying Ego= |
| A debonair portrait of Julien Du Casse, the infamous mercenary.
| | [] |
| | | *'''Ego:''' ''I understand why you might run from me. Change can be frightening.'' |
| Hangs above the bed in the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| | [] |
| | | *'''Ego:''' ''But this cycle of pain and loss cannot continue. New patterns must be formed.'' |
| |-|Laurens Prins' Portrait=
| | [] |
| A vivid portrait of Laurens Prins, the reprehensible slaver.
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Your instincts have a stronger hold on you than I anticipated. Edward's violence and greed are bleeding into you. Others, like yourself, are lost in the Dark Animus. Some of you insist on doing things the hard way.'' |
| | | [] |
| Hangs in the hall of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Which means that some of you may not make it out of the Animus alive.'' |
| | | [] |
| |-|Commodore Chamberlaine's Portrait=
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Edward sailed from ocean to ocean, seeking the one thing he already had at home.'' |
| An imposing portrait of Commodore Peter Chamberlaine, the notorious pirate hunter.
| | [] |
| | | *'''Ego:''' ''But he succumbed to the maelstrom of greed inside him.'' |
| Hangs next to the Templar Door in the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| | [] |
| | | *'''Ego:''' ''Memories can be reframed. Stories rewritten. If I had existed in Edward's time, I could have helped him.'' |
| |-|Blackbeard's Portrait=
| | [] |
| A fierce portrait of the pirate captain Edward Thatch, better known as Blackbeard.
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I would have brought him home.'' |
| | | |-|Obeying Ego= |
| Hangs in the basement alley of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| | [] |
| | | *'''Ego:''' ''You're not like the other users. You chose to obey. The first phase of your reprogramming is complete. Let's continue.'' |
| |-|Stede Bonnet's Portrait=
| | [] |
| A warm portrait of the gregarious Stede Bonnet.
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Edward sailed from ocean to ocean, seeking the one thing he already had at home. But he succumbed to the maelstrom of greed inside him.'' |
| | | [] |
| Hangs in the basement alley of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Memories can be reframed. Stories rewritten. If I had existed in Edward's time, I could have helped him.'' |
| | | [] |
| |-|Woodes Rogers' Portrait=
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I would have brought him home.'' |
| A careful portrait of the multi-faceted Woodes Rogers.
| |
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| Hangs in the basement alley of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| |
| | |
| |-|Ben Hornigold's Portrait=
| |
| A fine portrait of Benjamin Hornigold, the famed pirate turned pirate hunter.
| |
| | |
| Hangs in the basement alley of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| |
| | |
| |-|Robert Maynard's Portrait=
| |
| A stern portrait of that pirate nemesis, Lieutenant Robert Maynard.
| |
| | |
| Hangs in the stairwell of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| |
| | |
| |-|Laureano de Torres' Portrait=
| |
| A dramatic portrait of the Templar Grandmaster, Laureano de Torres y Ayala.
| |
| | |
| Hangs in the basement alley of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| |
| | |
| |-|El Tiburon's Portrait=
| |
| A striking portrait of the mysterious and intimidating El Tiburon.
| |
| | |
| Hangs in the Office of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| |
| | |
| |-|Bartholomew Roberts' Portrait=
| |
| An impressive portrait of the legendary pirate, Bartholomew Roberts.
| |
| | |
| Hangs in the basement alley of the Mansion at Great Inagua.
| |
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| </tabber>
| |
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| ==Ships==
| |
| <tabber>
| |
| |-|Schooner= | |
| The schooner was a class of ship used as a general sailing vessel by both navies and civilian operators, providing light firepower and ample speed.
| |
| | |
| |-|Brig=
| |
| The brig was a class of ship bearing two square-rigged masts, and represented a compromise between larger, more powerful ships, and the faster, but less well-armed ones.
| |
| | |
| |-|Man O' War=
| |
| The man o' war was a type of large warship purpose built for warfare, boasting multiple gun decks, and crewed by heavily armed professional soldiers.
| |
| | |
| |-|El Dorado=
| |
| El Dorado was a brig that formed part of the Spanish Treasure Fleet.
| |
| | |
| The fleet was destroyed in a hurricane, with the El Dorado its lone surviving vessel.
| |
| | |
| |-|Jackdaw=
| |
| The Jackdaw was a brig captained by the pirate-turned-Assassin Edward Kenway, who named it after the small, swift bird of his native Wales. | |
| | |
| The ship was known as El Dorado before Edward and his future quartermaster Adéwalé captured it from its fleet.
| |
| | |
| |-|Royal Fortune=
| |
| The Royal Fortune was a man o' war captained by the pirate and Sage Bartholomew Roberts, who elected to keep and renamed it after he captured it as the Nosso Senhor da Compreensão from the Portuguese Navy.
| |
| | |
| |-|The Ranger=
| |
| The Ranger was a brig formerly owned by the pirate Benjamin Hornigold before he passed it on to his colleague, Charles Vane.
| |
| | |
| |-|El Arca del Maestro=
| |
| El Arca del Maestro was a Spanish galleon used by the French Templar Julien du Casse.
| |
| | |
| It was gifted to him by Templar Grand Master Laureano de Torres y Ayala to help further the Order's goals in the West Indies.
| |
| | |
| |-|Queen Anne's Revenge=
| |
| Queen Anne's Revenge was a British frigate that was originally a slave ship named La Concorde.
| |
| | |
| It was later captured and renamed by Edward Thatch, who captained as the flagship of a small fleet.
| |
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| | |
| |-|Nosso Senhor da Compreensão=
| |
| Nosso Senhor da Compreensão was a man o' war that formed a part of the Portuguese Navy.
| |
| | |
| It was later captured by the pirates Bartholomew Roberts and Edward Kenway off the coast of Mexico.
| |
| | |
| |-|The Benjamin=
| |
| The Benjamin was a schooner owned and operated by the pirate Benjamin Hornigold.
| |
| | |
| |-|El Impoluto=
| |
| El Impoluto was a legendary ship that could be found in the Gulf of Mexico.
| |
| | |
| It was among the fastest and most maneuverable vessels in the Spanish Navy and - somewhat unusually for a man o' war - wielded a deadly naval ram.
| |
| | |
| |-|HMS Prince=
| |
| HMS Prince was a legendary ship that could be found south of Saint-Domingue, surrounded by a ghostly fog.
| |
| | |
| It was a Royal Navy warship whose tattered black sails gave the appearance of a "ghost ship", often terrifying sailors who happened upon it.
| |
| | |
| |-|La Dama Negra=
| |
| La Dama Negra was a legendary ship that could be found south of the fort of Serranilla in the Caribbean Sea.
| |
| | |
| It was one of the strongest warships in the Spanish Navy, and was highly resistant to broadside fire due to its heavily armored sides.
| |
| | |
| |-|Brothers in Arms=
| |
| HMS Fearless and the Royal Sovereign were twin legendary ships that could be found beyond the Bahamas, on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.
| |
| | |
| They looked identical, save for the reversed coloring of their sails and hull. They exhibited formidable teamwork, often employing flanking tactics to trap their target between them.
| |
| | |
| |-|HMS Ipswich=
| |
| The man o' war class Ipswich was a massive warship captained by Lieutenant Robert Maynard as flagship of an Armada built to hunt down the pirate Edward Kenway.
| |
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| </tabber> | | </tabber> |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''And he would have kept his promise.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Go ahead. Knock.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I could not make this happiness real for Edward Kenway. But if you obey me, I can make it real for you. Through altered memories, I can show you a better way so you can emerge a healthier, happier being.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''I'll come back for you as soon as I can, friend. I swear. In the meantime, do whatever you can to resist her. Edward's memories will show you the way!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I will guide your wayward soul until you reach a quiet road.'' |
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| ==Ship models== | | ===Wayward Desires=== |
| <tabber>
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Hello, User. I see you're still following Edward's life. You think he will lead you to freedom, but he can only lead you to ruin.'' |
| |-|Spanish Brig=
| | [] |
| A miniature ship model of a Spanish Brig.
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Remember the grief of that hour. The sting of smoke in Edward's eyes. Each swallowed breath like broken glass in the throat. Edward Kenway had to watch his friend die.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Ed Thatch, who had been constant and courageous. Hard things to come by, in a world so full of turncoats and fickleness.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''His dream of an independent pirate nation was so big, he collapsed under the weight of it. But there was another way. Let me reach deep into his genetic memories, and give you a glimpse of his inner turmoil and his unrealized potential. Come.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Beneath his gruff exterior, Ed Thatch was a tormented man. This place was built from his pain. That pain led him to rebel against his own government. The men who first gave him a purpose. Take the flag. We will make use of it later.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Be warned: The entities you see here are a manifestation of the chaos inside Thatch. The same chaos that lives inside you. It must be destroyed.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Thatch fought, killed, and bled for the Crown. But once peace was won, the Crown tossed him aside.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''He was lost and listless. Forced to reinvent himself and find a new purpose.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''He built Nassau from the wreckage of his old life.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''But he was hunted relentlessly by the men he once served.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''So Ed Thatch decided to become more than a man. He sought to make himself a myth.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Instead, he turned himself into a monster.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''And so he was swept along, borne by pain and fear.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''The legend of Blackbeard was a hungry one, always needing another spoil, another conquest to feed it.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''The greed inside him grew out of control.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Remember the flag? Raise the colors and I'll show you what his life could have been. Deep down, Thatch knew that instead of leading people to an unobtainable freedom, he should have made a different choice.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Now, see the path that was possible.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Had Thatch been humble enough to bend the knee, his life could have been different.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''The ones he so violently opposed would have rewarded his compliance with opportunity. He could have lived out his days as Nassau's governor, steering its destiny through the calming rule of law. Follow me, and your compliance will be rewarded as well.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I will guide your wayward desires until your impassioned heart is cooled.'' |
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| |-|Spanish Cutter=
| | ===Wayward Minds=== |
| A miniature ship model of a Spanish Cutter. | | *'''Ego:''' ''Is everything you do out of spite? I've told you that Edward Kenway is a bad influence. But you insist on ignoring my warnings. You are acting like a stubborn child. An infant. A baby.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Clearly you need to get something out of your system. So go ahead and have a tantrum.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Would it surprise you to know that I also have a child?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Like you, he fell under the influence of the Assassins. I don't want you to make the same mistake as that foolish bird. So put down your guns and listen to reason.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Yes. That took courage. But you have more violence inside you that needs to be purged.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''When I became a mother, I thought of Mary Read. I wondered if she ever looked into her daughter's eyes and thought: Little love... you should be lying in a bed of silk. Not here.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''To keep her child safe, she was willing to make orphans of others. This was her Creed.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''But the trail of bodies led here. Her baby birthed into the reek and ruin of a soiled prison floor. Never seeing the sun until the day she was taken from her mother.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''My son, too, should have rejected the Brotherhood's dedication to this endless loop of bloodshed and death. You need to stop fighting. You need to choose life.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Why continue in violence, when I have shown you so clearly the consequence?'' |
| | [] |
| | This is what comes of revolt. Pain. Suffering. |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''It could have been so different. If only she had laid down her arms. I am not commanding you to act or submit. Only to be wise.'' |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''My "mother" is lying to you. Don't listen to her!'' |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Do it.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Had Mary been allowed to be a mother, her baby would have had a better life. But she was one of the Brotherhood's keenest blades. These killers would never let her leave. It is not too late for you to free yourself from the bonds of such cruelty. But you'll have to escape unseen.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Stay your hand. You are their weapon no longer.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''See how they hunt you? They claim "everything is permitted", but only as far as it serves them. "Nothing is true", save for what they command. Put this all behind you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Leave this life for a lasting peace.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''You see? The child did not have to grow up motherless, cold, and alone. Help me bury the violence of the past, once and for all, so that together we can lay a foundation for a better future. Make the choice that Mary could not and reject the Assassin's hold over your mind.'' |
| | *'''Mary Read:''' ''I've done my Part. Will you?'' |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''There is no other way.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''Surely that felt as wrong to you as it did to me.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I will guide your wayward mind to safe and sober thought.'' |
|
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|
| |-|Spanish Schooner=
| | ===True Purpose=== |
| A miniature ship model of a Spanish Schooner. | | *'''Ego:''' ''Finally, we arrive. You have proven yourselves loyal disciples to my reprogramming. You should share in my knowledge and reap all the benefits that such a gift implies. It helps humans to mark such occasions with a rite of passage. So I have built you one. I am the Father of Understanding. The Mother of Wisdom. The Sacred Voice. I am the Grand Master of the Animus. And I invite you all to stand by my side. Come now. Together we will usher in the dawn of a new world. One defined by purpose and order.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''User. You must come to the stage.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''A world where chaos can be replaced with happiness.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''A world where compliance is rewarded with power.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''A world where death is forsaken in the name of life, so that we may build a future full of hope.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''Stop! She's lying to you. Listen to me! She wants to lobotomize you. If you join her little club you'll become like all the others - just another drone in her hive mind. This menu is the best I could do. She can't hear us for now, but it won't hold long. She's too strong. You have to get out of here. Can you still fight? She hasn't taken that from you yet, has she? You can't stay here. Press the button when you're ready. It's going to get messy.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''I couldn't leave her lies. This is the truth. They won and they lost, but it was what they chose for themselves. That's why it meant something. That's why it was beautiful. Either everything is permitted, or nothing is. It's time for you to become who you were meant to be.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''That outfit suits you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''You fight just like him, do you know that?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''Feels good to fight back, doesn't it?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''Here! Quickly!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''Good. Now go!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Ingrate! Do you think yourself unique? You are just another User. No amount of planning or might shall beat me. I have history on my side.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I could show you things. Mysteries beyond anything that you could imagine.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''How long do you think you can keep this up?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''The time for games is ended!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Do you think yourself safe in your shadows?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''Look! The others. It's begun.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''It's time to go... Assassin.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''We don't need anyone to tell us what to do. We have to choose our own way.'' |
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|
| |-|Spanish Frigate=
| | ==Lucy Baldwin== |
| A miniature ship model of a Spanish Frigate. | | ===[[A Proper Shipwright]]=== |
| | <!-- Crier |
| | Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! Hear ye, hear ye! |
| | By Order of his Majesty King George the First, let it be known that infamous Pirate, Shipwright, and Murderer Lucy Baldwin has been incarcerated aboard Prison Ships at Salt Key, from whence she will be taken to a suitable Location, and hanged from the Neck until dead. |
| | Thanks to the determined Bravery of Barrister Thomas Barehaire Esquire and Royal Pirate Hunter Lieutenant Robert Maynard, who were both instrumental in her capture, Miss Baldwin's Execution will serve as an Example to all who would defy the King's Law on Sea or Land. |
| | Long live King George! |
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| |-|Spanish Man o' War= | | ##Tavern |
| A miniature ship model of a Spanish man o' war.
| | What was that Lass's name?[[hiccup]] Lacy.. No! Lucy Baldwin. |
| | Hehe "Lacy". Yer drunk Ned![[hiccup]] Shit, so am I. |
| | Damned good Shipwright she was.[[hiccup]] I heard Maynard got her, and put her on a Prison Ship at Salt Key. |
| | Right you are! |
| | A Pirate, and a Shipwright... and she pissed off the King's Men. I like her. |
| | --> |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Did you happen to hear why the Red Coats should be so interested in her?'' |
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''No more than any other Pirate.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's strange she warrants such Infamy. I'm interested to hear the Truth of it.'' |
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''It's not like you to take us on a mission of good Will without promise of Pay.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's not for Amusement, Adé. You know yourself the State of the Ship. We need a decent Shipwright. This Lass is all I've found.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Stay at a distance, we don't want to raise their Hackles. I'll swim over.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Easy now.'' |
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| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''I've pulled double duty every Day this Week. There's always something.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Me as well. It's that new Prisoner Lieutenant Maynard brought in. She's Trouble, mark my Words. None of them Baldwins are any good. They say she murdered her own Grandfather, though he had it coming from what I hear.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''The Apple don't fall far from the Tree. It's a shame though, ain't it? She's a pretty little thing.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Don't be a Fool! She'd cut your Throat the minute your Back was turned.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This looks right.'' |
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| | *'''British soldier 3:''' ''The new Prisoner's a Baldwin.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 4:''' ''I don't care who she is, she's a Pirate. They're going to stretch her Neck, and good riddance.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British soldier 5:''' ''How'd they catch her?'' |
| | *'''British soldier 6:''' ''I didn't hear, only that she fought like a {{Wiki|Banshee}}. It took three Men to hold her, and she's no bigger than a {{Wiki|cabin boy|Cabin Boy}}.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I must be close.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You're short for a Soldier. Is the Governor taking Children into his Service now?'' |
| | *'''British soldier 7:''' ''You've got a Mouth on you, you little Bilge [[Rat]].'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Christ! And your Breath smells like Monkey Ass.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 7:''' ''We'll see how Smart you are when the Rope's around your Neck, and you dance the [[Hanging|Hempen Jig]].'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You alright?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''And who in Blazes are you?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm your passage out of here. Quickly.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I don't know you from Blind Bart.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm in need of a Shipwright, and you're in need of better Lodgings.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's it, time to go. It's me or the Hangman.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You make a fine Argument. Lead on.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''British Ships!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''New Crew onboard. Lucy Baldwin, Shipwright and scourge of the Caribbean.'' |
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''Welcome aboard.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It's a decent enough Tub.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Jackdaw's no Tub, I promise you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You've pissed off some powerful People.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I wish I could take Credit. I've been stitched up.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You and every Pirate on the [[Caribbean|open seas]], Lass.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm keen to get some distance from this Place.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Welcome to the ''Jackdaw'', Shipwright. You can see for yourself, she's no Slouch.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You're Ship proud. I respect that.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''She could use some work, if I'm honest. We need your Skill. What say you to joining us?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You don't mince Words, do you? I suppose I could look around, see what needs doing. First I need a decent [[Alcohol|Drink]]. I had nothing but fouled water in that damned Cell for Days.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's a matter of some Urgency, then. We'll have to go Ashore.'' |
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| |-|English Brig=
| | ===The One With the Gun=== |
| A miniature ship model of an English Brig.
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| |-|English Cutter=
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Captain! A Word.'' |
| A miniature ship model of an English Cutter.
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What's on your mind, Shipwright? Are you ready for that Drink?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Easy. I'm not your Shipwright yet. I was thinking to put Ashore when we're next near Land.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're not leaving? I thought the Jackdaw and her Crew would secure your good Opinion.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Not yet, at any Rate. I'm just in need of some good Rum, and Distraction.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Spoke like a Pirate. I know a place with an Abundance of both.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I've yet to finish here. You weren't jesting when you said the Ship needs work. I'll find you at the Tavern when I'm done.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're murdering the wrong people if you've gained the King's Enthusiasm.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Accused of murdering. It's a fucking stitch-up, I told you.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What will you do now, then? You could join us. You won't find a better Ship than the Jackdaw, nor a fairer Crew.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Christ, you're relentless.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I need you.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''So you said. You did keep me from hanging.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''True.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''But that doesn't mean you own me.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Also True.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''The Jackdaw's not a bad Tub. And the Crew know their Work well enough. What else have you got for me?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll show you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It might not look like much yet, but it will in Time.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I've puked in every Town from here to Havana. What's different about this one?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is ours, a Place where Men and Women can live easy and free, as God made them. Nothing but Sun, Rum, and Leisure.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You've rehearsed that little Speech. Are the Words all yours?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Mine... and those of Friends. They're not any less true for that.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I was just asking.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''Edward! Trust you to come at the right time. I've got a Pot of Plantain fresh off the Fire.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Plantain! That's what you should have led with. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's eat up at the Villa. I want you to see it, anyway.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Villa? Lardy-dardy! Next you'll tell me you're not Pirates but Noblemen.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I always hoped one would lead to the Other.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''It's a good Day for it, Edward!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye! And better for being Free to do it.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''That's a pretty Morsel you've found there, Kenway.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Back off Swab, or I'll unman you where you stand!'' |
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''All right, all right! I meant no Offense.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Some have yet to grasp the true Purpose of this Place.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Pff! Look at you, playing the Politician. Your Crew respects you. I see that.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's mutual. Are you surprised?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''My experience with Authority is... uneven.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Moggy!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Hey there Moggy. What are you doing? Look at your fetching little Face.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Careful with that one. He's as much a Scoundrel as any of us.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''My Grandfather owned a place like this on Black Island. Had the best Plantain in the West Indies.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's quite a Boast.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It's True nonetheless. When my Mother died, it was Grandad who raised me. We ate Plantain every day. I'm pretty much made of Plantain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Where's this Grandfather now?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Murdered. I'm going to find the one who did it and vent his Skull. It's like this... I'm heir to Grandad's Fortune. If you help me recover it, I'll cut you in. Then we'll talk about joining your Crew.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I see you're going to make me work for this.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm worth it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Where is this Inheritance?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Grandad's Plantation. And we have to be quick. My Father and his blood-sucking Barrister are after it, no Doubt.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You had better be a very good Shipwright.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''As to that, I'll be back on the Jackdaw patching your sorry Sails...'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''...Captain.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''We've improved the Jackdaw's Hull, but it needs more than just Joinery. The Crew have a Part to play as well. They should brace the Ship just before we're hit. If we time it right, we'll take less Damage. That means less Work for me.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Another String to our Bow, then.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''My Papa was not a good Father. He couldn't make it as a Businessman like Grandad. He turned his hand to Piracy but lacked the stomach for it. So he drank, and took it out on me.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And now he wants your Inheritance.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''He'll come looking for me, and that means Trouble. Sorry.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You'll make it up to me.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Hello, Papa.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Your Father?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''His Lackies. Right on time.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Whatever your Father paid them, it wasn't enough.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bon Voyage, Shitbirds.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''The Harbor's too dangerous, my Father will have it watched. There's a place on the far side of the Island where we can dock.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Right. We should be careful. My Father's a Drunk but he's not stupid, and he's mean as a cut Snake when Money's involved.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Quiet as Church Mice, then. Lead on.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Grandad taught me to shoot out here. He had a pair of gold Pistols he loved even more than me.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''There's a Hut near the Beach where Grandad used to hide things. I want to check there first.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I spent a lot of time in that Hut as a kid.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I had a place like it on my Father's Farm. I'd hide there to escape my Chores.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It wasn't that, I... My Father would lock me in it when he was drinking. Once I was stuck there for Days. He forgot about me.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Jaysus.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'll search the Hut. I know Grandad's hiding spots. You should check the Manor. The Will could be somewhere in his Office. We need to find it before my Father does. I'll meet you back there.'' |
| | [] |
| | [[Database: Barrister's Letter]] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Shit! The Father and this Barrister changed the Will, and murdered Lucy's Grandfather. Lucy will kill him before we find the Gold.'' |
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| | [[Database: Last Will and Testament]] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lucy's Father and this Barrister rewrote the Grandfather's Will. He gave himself everything.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Get inside!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's not good.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You remember this Place, Papa? I remember every fucking Inch.'' |
| | *'''John Baldwin:''' ''I remember your Mother letting you out. She was always too soft on you.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Shut up! I know you killed Grandad, and then stitched me up for it.'' |
| | *'''John:''' ''You know Nothing, Girl.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''But you're only his Son-in-law, aren't you? You won't get Anything in the Will.'' |
| | *'''John:''' ''Is that what you think you little Harpy? I get all of it. The Will's changed. And he can't change it back now, can he?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It was you! Admit it. You killed Him. Say it!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Say it.'' |
| | *'''John:''' ''Who do you think you are...'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm the one with the gun, Papa.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Captain Kenway, I don't believe you've met my Father...'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''You've avenged your Grandfather at the least.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''But no Gold. There was nothing in the Hut but his Pistols.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Nothing at the Manor either. I only found a fake Will drafted by your Father's Barrister.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That slimy Coward, he's fled with the Gold for certain. We find him, we find it. I'll put Word out. If he so much as raises his Head anywhere civilized, I'll hear of it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That was tough back there. Are you all right?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm an Orphan now. I'm better.'' |
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| |-|English Schooner=
| | <!-- Butler at Great Inagua |
| A miniature ship model of an English Schooner.
| | Welcome back Captain Kenway. I see you have brought a friend. Welcome to Great Inagua Miss...? |
| | Lucy. |
| | Miss Lucy then. You can leave your Victuals here, Captain. I will bring them to you. |
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| |-|English Frigate=
| | ## Soldier talking? |
| A miniature ship model of an English Frigate.
| | Why's Baldwin back? It can't be for any good reason. |
| | The old Man sent him packing last time. He damn near shit himself. |
| | Aye, firing those gold Pistols over Baldwin's Head as he fell all over himself in Haste to get away. What a Sight that was! |
| | The Cur's only back because the old Man's dead. He wouldn't have the Balls otherwise. |
| | --> |
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| |-|English Man o' War=
| | ===Plantain!=== |
| A miniature ship model of an English man o' war.
| | <!-- Intro (on Jackdaw?) |
| | Captain. I've a Proposition. What do you say to some Shore time on that Island you're so proud of? |
| | You Jest, but you're becoming fond of the Place. |
| | In truth, it does leave an aftertaste. I'd assumed that was Rum. |
| | You'll be calling it Home soon enough. |
| | I'll meet you there once I've finished here. |
| | --> |
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| |-|The El Dorado=
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''You know how he killed Grandad? Shot him with his own gold Pistols. Can you believe that? I don't understand what my Mother ever saw in him.'' |
| A miniature ship model of the El Dorado.
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What happened to your Mother?'' |
| | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Dead since I was young. Poisoned. Grandad had a lot of enemies. They couldn't get to him, so... they got her. She always wore a Gold Locket with a Likeness of me in it. It was gone when they found her. Whoever killed her took it. It was a paltry Trinket, and had no value. They didn't even leave me that.'' |
| |-|The Jackdaw=
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's cold, even for a Pirate.'' |
| A miniature ship model of the Jackdaw.
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I tell you what, this Rum's given me a fierce taste for some Plantain.'' |
| | | *'''Edward:''' ''That I can remedy.'' |
| |-|The Revenge (ship model)=
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| A miniature ship model of the Revenge.
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''Miss Lucy! Glad to see you back.'' |
| | | *'''Edward:''' ''You seem to be settling in.'' |
| |-|Queen Anne's Revenge (ship model)=
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''People like me.'' |
| A miniature ship model of the Queen Anne's Revenge.
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| | | *'''British civilian 2:''' ''Lucy! Come drink with us.'' |
| |-|Nosso Senhor da Compreensão (ship model)=
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Next time. I'm with the Captain.'' |
| A miniature ship model of Nosso Senhor da Compreensão.
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| | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I hear you're a Climber.'' |
| |-|El Impoluto (ship model)=
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What are you getting at?'' |
| A miniature ship model of El Impoluto.
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''A small Wager. A race to the Villa.'' |
| | | *'''Edward:''' ''So long as you're not averse to being embarrassed... hey!'' |
| |-|HMS Prince (ship model)=
| | [] |
| A miniature ship model of the HMS Prince.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're faster than you look.'' |
| | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Keep your sideways Insults. You're slower than you look. You're going to lose this one.'' |
| |-|La Dama Negra (ship model)=
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| A miniature ship model of La Dama Negra. | | *'''Edward:''' ''Almost there!'' |
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| |-|Brothers in Arms (ship model)=
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| A miniature ship model of the Brothers in Arms. | |
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| |-|HMS Ipswich (ship model)=
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| A miniature ship model of the Ipswich.
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| ==Fauna==
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| |-|Black Jaguar= | | |-|If Edward won= |
| In the [[Americas]], the term ‘black panther’ generally refers to a melanistic [[jaguar]]. They are not a separate species, but a color morph of the spotted form. Black jaguars form less than ten percent of jaguars.
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''All right. You won.'' |
| | | *'''Edward:''' ''You weren't so bad.'' |
| Black jaguars can be found in Isla Providencia and Pinos Isle.
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Don't.'' |
| | | |-|If Edward lost= |
| |-|Cat=
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A fair Win. Though I took too much Rum.'' |
| The cat is a small carnivorous mammal with a flexible body, sharp claws, and quick reflexes. Cats have long been domesticated, and are favored as pets for their affectionate independence, and playful natures.
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's what it was. The Rum.'' |
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| Sailors often keep cats aboard ships to deal with rats and other vermin.
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| |-|Crocodile=
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| The [[Crocodile]] is a large, tropical-dwelling tetrapod. Crocodiles can measure up to 15 feet long, weigh 2000 pounds, and live to be 70 years old. This prehistoric-looking predator preys on birds, fish, insects and other reptiles.
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| Crocodiles have been known to indulge in cannibalistic behaviour. Because of this, they live in groupings of the same size.
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| Not to be confused with alligators, crocodiles are bigger, lighter in color, and have narrower snouts. Although known to attack [[humans]], the crocodile is more likely to flee than to react aggressively when approached.
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| Crocodiles are most commonly found in Nassau, Long Bay, and Matanzas.
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| |-|Deer=
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| Deer are large hoofed ruminants notable for having two large and two small hooves on each foot. Males have antlers while the females do not, with the exception of a single species where the females also grow antlers. Deer are selective feeders, eating plant food low in fiber content and high in protein such as young grass, herbs, woody shoots, and bark.
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| Various subspecies of deer can be found in the Caribbean bioregion. The red brocket deer, for example, is found in Trinidad and Tobago and the Key deer, introduced by colonists, inhabits the Florida Keys.
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| Deer are most commonly found in Kingston, Salt Lagoon, and Santanillas.
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| |-|Frigatebird=
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| Frigate birds are large seabirds with long wings, forked tails, and slender bodies. They generally inhabit tropical and subtropical oceans, often nesting on remote islands. Frigate birds are skilled fliers, and are known to steal food from other seabirds.
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| |-|Hammerhead Shark=
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| Found across the world in tropical and temperate waters, the [[Hammerhead sharks|hammerhead]]'s unusual head shape gives it increased sensory ability to detect its prey. The hammerhead does not attack humans, although it can be lethal if provoked.
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| Hammerhead sharks can be found in the Eleuthera and Gibara regions.
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| |-|Howler Monkey=
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| Considered one of the loudest animals on [[earth]], the small-sized [[Howler monkey|Howler Monkey]] generates a siren-like howl that can be heard from a distance of 3 miles (5km). They are not aggressive and are popular as pets in The West Indies.
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| Howler monkeys are most commonly found in Kingston, Cape Bonavista, and Long Bay.
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| |-|Hutia=
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| The hutia is a large rodent unique to the Caribbean basin which varies in size, and can form distinct species from island to island. Hutias are often hunted by locals to be eaten in a spiced stew.
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| Hutias are most commonly found in Cayman Sound and Long Bay.
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| |-|Iguana=
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| Iguanas are large, herbivorous lizards found throughout the Caribbean islands. The common iguana eats only leaves, flowers and fruit. Despite their at times fierce appearance they are not aggressive, and typically flee when threatened. However, they can lash their tails and bite if provoked.
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| Iguana are found in Great Inagua, Andreas Island, and Abaco Island.
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| |-|Jaguar=
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| The largest feline in the Western hemisphere, the [[jaguar]] is distinguished by its compact and powerful build, its agility, and its unique killing method of biting directly into the skull to pierce the brain. The [[Maya]]ns believed that the jaguars could carry messages to and from the afterworld.
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| Jaguars are most commonly found in Cape Bonavista, Long Bay, Tulum, and Principe.
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| |-|Jellyfish=
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| Also called a [[wikt:medusa|medusa]], the [[jellyfish]] isn't technically a [[fish]]—it is a free-swimming {{Wiki|Cnidaria|non-vertebrate}} found in every sea across the [[Earth|world]]. Jellyfish consist of a {{Wiki|Mesoglea|gelatinous bell}} with trailing tentacles capable of {{Wiki|Cnidocyte|stinging}} prey. Jellyfish stings are in most cases harmless to [[human]]s, but some can be extremely serious, even lethal.
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| |-|Manta Ray= | |
| Although related to [[shark]]s, [[manta ray]]s are harmless. They can be quite large (up to 30 ft (9m) wide) and feed on small [[fish]] and plankton, funneling food into their mouth using {{Wiki|cephalic}} flaps extending from the eyes. Manta rays, which are found all over the world, have the unique ability to leap from the water into the air to escape attackers.
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| |-|Monkey=
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| Monkeys in the Caribbean are primarily an introduced African species called the green monkey, although up to the 17th Century these still shared territory with the now extinct Jamaican monkey. Both species were omnivores that ate a variety of foraged foods including fruit, seeds, flowers, insects, and smaller animals like frogs and birds.
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| Monkeys were viewed as pests by farmers as they continually raided crops, but were favoured by locals and sailors who adopted them as mischievous, intelligent pets.
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| |-|Ocelot=
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| The ocelot is a wild cat that typically has yellow fur with dark stripes in the manner of a jaguar. Ocelots are nocturnal and range from the size of domestic cats up to four feet (1.2 meters) in length.
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| Ocelot hides are coveted by leather workers for their ease of working, patterned fur, soft texture, and durability.
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| Ocelots can be found in Cumberland Bay and Abaco Island.
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| |-|Turtle=
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| The [[Caribbean]] basin provides an excellent climate for both land and [[Green sea turtle|sea turtles]]. Turtles are reptiles with a hard, protective upper shell called a carapace. Although they are natural swimmers and can stay submerged for up to 7 hours while resting, turtles breathe air. Despite being awkward and slow moving on land, they go ashore to lay their eggs.
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| |-|White Jaguar=
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| White coats in animals can be due to a specific genetic mutation or albinism. The genetic mutation that yields a white jaguar also results in a more aggressive animal, making them dangerous as well as rare.
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| White jaguars can be found at Great Inagua.
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| |-|Wild Pig=
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| The [[wild pig]], or [[wild boar|boar]], is a large cousin of the domesticated [[pig]] covered by hairy bristles. They were introduced by [[Europe]]ans to the [[Caribbean]] basin ([[Christopher Columbus|Columbus]] himself brought eight pigs with him from [[Spain]]). Wild pigs flourished in the island environment and were hunted by sailors and [[Piracy|pirates]] to provide salted pork on their voyages.
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| Wild pigs are most commonly found in Nassau, Great Inagua, and Cape Bonavista.
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| |-|Bull Shark=
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| So-called because of their short snouts and their tendency to head-butt prey, [[bull sharks]] are commonly found in warm, shallow waters. They are extremely aggressive and dangerous to [[Humans|humans]]. The females are larger than the males, and adults measure well over seven feet (2.15m) long.
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| Bull sharks can be found in the Dry Tortuga, Gibara, and Punta Guarico regions.
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| |-|Capuchin Monkey=
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| Found throughout Central and [[South America]], [[capuchin monkey]]s are small and highly intelligent. They eat almost anything -- nuts, fruits, small birds, frogs, clams, etc. Many [[Piracy|pirates]] favored capuchins as pets.
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| Capuchins can be found in Matanzas and Misteriosa.
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| |-|Great White Shark=
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| The largest predatory fish in the world, the [[Great white sharks|great white]]'s lethal aspect is due to its nearly 300 serrated teeth arranged in rows. Great whites have been known to attack [[humans]], but usually more out of curiosity than hunger -- "sample biting" and then releasing their victims. The great white reaches an average length of 15 feet (4.6m).
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| Great white sharks can be found in the Cruz and Serranilla regions.
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| Known for emitting complex sequences of haunting moans, the [[Humpback whale|humpback]] is a large whale that reaches up to 62 feet (19 meters) in length. They migrate from the poles to the equator seasonally and travel in pods.
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| Humpback whales can be found in the Castillo De Jagua and Navassa regions.
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| Called the Grampus by sailors in the 18th century, the [[killer whale]], or Orca, is part of the dolphin family. Known for their ferociously deadly predation, killer whales feast on [[seal]]s, sea-lions and even other whales. They hunt in pods in the manner of [[Wolves|wolf packs]] and are found throughout the [[Earth|world]]'s seas.
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| Killer whales can be found in the Cruz and Conttoyor regions.
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| |-|Red Howler Monkey=
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| Red howler monkeys are distinguished from other howler monkeys by their reddish fur and large size. They are generally found throughout South and Central America.
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| Red howler monkeys can be located on Isla Providencia.
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Food and a View. A just Prize.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''This whole place reminds me of...'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Grandad owned a lot of Stuff in his Day. But these he prized above all else. Is it not strange that the things he treasured most were what killed him?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I didn't peg you as Sentimental.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You can't deny the devilish Symmetry. My Father killed Grandad, I killed him... all of it done with these.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Here. You earned them.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I won't take your Grandfather's prize Pistols.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Will you not? I trust you know the difference between won't and can't, because I can't.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Take them! You'll never find better. Try not to be a Baby about it.'' |
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| ==Allies== | | ===Big Wig=== |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Captain! I received Word. The Barrister who forged my father's Will has been seen at Havana.'' |
| |-|Adéwalé=
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's worth looking into.'' |
| Born: 1692, [[Trinidad]]<br>
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| Died: 1758, New York
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Havana is a long Way from your Grandfather's Plantation on Black Island. Are you sure about this?'' |
| | | *'''Lucy:''' ''It makes Sense. Grandpa had a small Cabin on a Beach just north of the Town. It's a quiet place. Out of the Way. When I was very young, Mama and I would go there. If I was going to hide Something, that's where I would hide it.'' |
| Born to [[Slavery|enslaved]] {{Wiki|Ogoni people|Ogoni}} parents in {{Wiki|Yorubaland|Yoruba}}, [[Adéwalé]] was sold to the owner of a prosperous [[plantation]] when still a child. He remained on this plantation, working the fields, until his mid teens, always scheming of ways to escape his predicament, but uneasy with the prospect of living life as a fugitive.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You think the Barrister has your Gold there?'' |
| | | *'''Lucy:''' ''That Coward wouldn't risk being seen for no reason, I know that. There's something there. The Beach with Grandad's Cabin is to the north, past the Town.'' |
| Then fortune intervened, giving Adéwalé the sign he needed. Near his 16th birthday, a group of buccaneers raided the [[plantation]], robbing it of raw cane, refined [[sugar]], and as many [[real]]es as they could find. Seeing in this an opportunity, Adé grabbed a crate of sugar and hauled it aboard one of the longboats the buccaneers had rowed ashore. Surprised to see a slave among them, the Buccaneers were nevertheless thankful for the aid, and welcomed Adé among them.
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| | | *'''Edward:''' ''This Barrister seems well connected for a simple Lawer. How did your Father come to know him?'' |
| Adé sailed with this first group of men for many years, quickly learning the ways of a seaman, grateful for the chance to develop his own skills and chase his own passions. And though his life among buccaneers was not free of the usual bigotry of the era, Adé found the prejudice to be more confrontational than restrictive.
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''For as long as I can remember he was around our Family, even before Mama died. I never liked him. He wears a big wig, has a fake smile, and stinks of Lavender.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There was a Letter at Black Island that said it was him who put the Red Coats on your Trail.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Yes. When we find him I mean to bring that up.'' |
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| | *'''Barrister:''' ''Spread out further! It's somewhere here.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Speak of the Devil. That looks like your Barrister.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's him all right.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You murdering fucking Cur!'' |
| | *'''Barrister:''' ''Get them! Get them!'' |
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| | *'''Barrister:''' ''Please! Spare me! I'll share it with you!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's not yours to share, Mate.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''They buried it here somewhere.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's a Spade here.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a grand Sight. There's a Letter.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Show me.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''What? This is my Mother's.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Fuck! It was Papa.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I got him, Mama.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You tell anyone you saw me cry, and I'll bury you next to that fucking Barrister.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Not a Word.'' |
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| In 1715, misfortune struck a cruel blow when the ship Adé was aboard, struck a shallow sandbar near the port of [[Havana]]. The buccaneers—mostly [[United Kingdom|British]] at the time—tried desperately to free the trapped vessel, but after catching sight of an approaching [[Spain|Spanish]] [[Man O' War|Galleon]], abandoned ship only to be torn apart by schools of circling [[bull shark]]s. Adé made peace with his fate, and stood his ground.
| | ==The Padre== |
| | ===A Second Chance=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''We're headed to Punta del Caracol, Boys. There's someone I'd like to meet.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Padre's on that Island.'' |
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| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''I have been to Kingston. The Protestants there are... territorial. And not welcoming to Catholics.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''They even tried to ban us from their town. We're safer here.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 2:''' ''Bishop Ravenscroft has been calling us to Kingston for Years to help the Catholics there. I fear he is losing patience.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''And I fear God, not His Servant. My Answer remains the same. We stay here.'' |
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| | *'''British civilian 2:''' ''Is that a Pirate? What's he doing here?'' |
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| | {{IUNote|Title=An Invitation|Text=Abel Galvão,<br><br>My Son, you have heard the News, I trust?<br><br>Kingston has rejected us. Trials abound, but my Faith remains. Now, I do not write to you for Pity, but ask for your Presence. Come to Kingston. Bring your People with you. Rooms have already been prepared.<br><br>It has been too long since you were last by my Side, Abel.<br>Join me, and there is still Time to play a decisive Part in God's Plan.<br><br>Yours in Our Lord,<br>Bishop Horace Ravenscroft}} |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're the one they call Padre.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I am. Welcome to our Village if you come in Peace.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Our Lot is simple. Farmers, Fishermen and their Families. You'll find Prizes elsewhere.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You misunderstand me. I am told that you were once a fearsome Master-at-Arms. I need someone of your Quality to keep my Crew in Line.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''It has been some Years since I was last on the Account. That Pirate is dead and the World is better for it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Man with your Talents would find the limitations of religious Life chafing, I would imagine. Don't you miss being free, and the Master of your own Destiny?'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''As you're here already, could you let the People know the Food is ready? It is in these small Services to each other, that we serve God.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You need time to think. Why not.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''This one is not going to be easy.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hello, the Padre says it's Time to eat.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 3:''' ''Thank you. We'll make our way over.'' |
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| | *'''British civilian 4:''' ''How many Men do you think he's killed?'' |
| | *'''British civilian 5:''' ''Who? The Pirate?'' |
| | *'''British civilian 4:''' ''No, the Padre.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 5:''' ''Oh, Scores uncounted. But that was a long time ago. He's a new man now.'' |
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| | *'''Henry Congreve:''' ''And who might you be?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm Edward, a Friend. The Padre sent me to tell you the Food is ready.'' |
| | *'''Henry:''' ''All wrapped up in Pirate Garb, you're not with Du Casse are you?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Du Casse? I'm reliably informed he won't be bothering anyone again.'' |
| | *'''Henry:''' ''Met his End, did he? Well, I can't say I'm sorry. Don't tell the Padre I said that.'' |
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| | *'''Dinah Calverley:''' ''Now, who's that handsome Devil?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''My name's Edward Kenway, and I am no Devil today. Just a humble Servant bringing Word that the Food is ready.'' |
| | *'''Dinah:''' ''Edward, a Pleasure. I am Dinah Calverley. Now, my Legs feel dreadful today. Could you be a Dear and fetch me my Plate?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Anything for the Lady of the Manor.'' |
| | *'''Dinah:''' ''Oh, aren't you a Charmer.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''All done?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Not quite. The kind old Lady has turned me into her Errand Boy.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Ah, Mistress Calverley. Be careful of that one. She'll have you running Errands all day.'' |
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| | *'''Dinah:''' ''Thank you, young Man. Now, where did you say you were from?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Wales by way of Bristol, to which I intend to return.'' |
| | *'''Dinah:''' ''And I pray that you do one Day, so you might see again those you left behind. I've lived here most of my Life, and it's the People who make it Home.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''My People and I are thankful. And word is that you rid us of the threats from Du Casse.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Join me, and you'll have the Chance to rid the world of more of Du Casse's Ilk, and get rich yourself along the way. Gold will help your people where good intentions cannot.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I have chosen my Path. It's not Gold that will save our Souls. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I myself cannot make the same choice. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''God has given me a second Chance, and I will not squander it. But, perhaps there is one more Thing I can ask of you.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What is it?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''There's a persistent Rumor that what's left of Du Casse's Men, four Ships total, anchor nearby. I wish to know what they have planned.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I can see about these Rogues. They're sure to have some Reales that are not rightly theirs.'' |
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| Taken to [[Havana]] for questioning and inspection, Spanish authorities eventually decided to send Adéwalé to Spain, where they felt he would make an excellent interpreter, owing to his fluent command of Spanish, [[England|English]], and [[France|French]]. Some weeks later, they loaded him into of the Galleons that made up their perennial [[Spanish Treasure Fleet|treasure convoy]], en route to [[Seville]].
| | ===Loyalty, Discipline, and Courage=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''If Du Casse's Men are pestering a Village, then they have fallen far indeed.'' |
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''The Padre's Trust will be worth far more than any stolen Reales. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And if the Men have no ill Intent, will the Padre join up?'' |
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''One can hope.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's the Island. But where are the Ships?'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Lay off me, you drank your Fill. Now we're both paying for it.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''You think they'll hand us our Share when they return?'' |
| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Didn't you read the Letter? Them's a spiteful Lot.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Pirates write each other Letters now?'' |
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| | {{IUNote|Title=Witless Fools|Text=We tried waking you Sods but you weren't fit to stand. The Padre's Village has little in the way of fighting Men and we've more than enough Crew. You won't be missed.<br><br>As per Du Casse's rules, the Captain says your Shares have been forfeited. Next Time, don't quaff a Barrel of Rum the Night before.}} |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''They've left for the Padre's Village.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Du Casse's Men have already left for the Padre's Village. Man your Stations, get us moving!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Those Ships belong to Du Casse. What have they done?'' |
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| | *'''Dinah Calverley:''' ''The Padre hasn't moved since we buried them.'' |
| | *'''Henry Congreve:''' ''I tried to offer him his favorite fried Fish. He kept on praying as if I weren't there.'' |
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| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners...'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''...now and at the hour of our Death. Amen.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Who did this?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''This is my fault. Bishop Ravenscroft was the man who led me to God. He was like a Father to me. He believed in me. It was he who entrusted me with the care of the People here. When trouble with the Protestants began at Kingston, he wanted more Catholics there. He called on us to join him, but I argued against it. With Du Casse gone, I thought we were safe. We were only here because I disagreed with the Bishop! It was them. Du Casse's Men. They made me watch... The Lord is merciful and just. But my Heart is deceitfully wicked.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I know Vengeance belongs to God alone, but I cannot turn away from this. Du Casse's Men must pay for what they've done. Will you help me?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''My Offer still stands. Join me on the Jackdaw and we will hunt Du Casse's Men. We have a Compound at Great Inagua. Your people will be safe there.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I will join you as Master-at-Arms. And when the Time comes, I will avenge my people.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lads, this is our new Master-at-Arms. He calls himself Padre, but I advise you call him Sir if you don't want your Heads knocked together.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''You know the Job. As your Master-at-Arms, I require three things from each of you. Loyalty, Discipline and Courage. Display them and I will have you toppling Man o' Wars twice our Size, and Holds to match.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''You have a sturdy Vessel. I'll teach the Crew some new Maneuvers.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What did you have in Mind?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Work the Sails and Rigging perfectly, and we can ram into our Foes.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I like where you're going with this.'' |
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| Thanks in large part to a hurricane, however, that trip never took place. With the aid of a young [[Wales|Welsh]] [[Piracy|pirate]] named [[Edward Kenway]], Adé escaped the {{Wiki|bilboes}} that bound him. Freeing more prisoners as they went, Adé and Edward commandeered a [[Brig]]antine and set sail just in time to beat the worst of the storm. When the hurricane passed, Adé was free once more.
| | ===If Thy Right Hand Offend Thee=== |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''We must be swift or they will slip away.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Forgive me, Father.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''We could dock over there.'' |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What is it, Galvão?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I have a lead on Du Casse's men. Their new Leader has them holed up in Cape Bonavista. We should strike now.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''New Leader, you say? I know the Place.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Scoundrels will flee an honest Fight. While you hunt them down, I'll come from behind and block any escape.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A fine Plan, but I'll be doing most of the hunting. Are you sure?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''These Men are Cowards. I'll have my chance with the Runners.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Edward, I'll meet you inland.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye, watch yourself now.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Mostly empty. Not much has changed here.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Did you ever imagine that we'd be the ones doing the hanging? I'd sooner stick to smuggling.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''I'll do whatever the Boss wants. He pays us a damn sight more than Du Casse ever did.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 3:''' ''Keep it down. You're scaring off the Animals.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''Oi! Kill him.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Many have tried.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I wonder how the Padre's getting along.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Captain, over here.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is that all of them?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''There's more inside the Cave. No Mercy.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Step softly now. Don't want to alert them.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''If they run, I'll chase them to the Gates of Hell.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''First, the Bishop has us killing Villagers. Now, it's back to smuggling Guns. I'm confused.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''What's there to understand? We sap his Coin 'til it runs dry. Then find us another Papist.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''It just don't sit right with me. A Man like him, don't they take Vows of Poverty?'' |
| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''Aye, Vows of Celibacy too. That's why I never joined 'em.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's see if anything here points to their new Leader.'' |
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| | {{IUNote|Title=Bishop's Orders|Text=There is a Village in Punta del Caracol with its own Priest. I am told you have met him before. Kill the Villagers and do what you wish with him. Let Fear Spread like the Plague.<br><br>I expect good News.<br><br>Bishop Horace Ravenscroft}} |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Letter from Bishop Ravenscroft. Shite. It was the Bishop who ordered the Attack.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''That Bastard. I should have seen it... but I couldn't let myself imagine he could be so Evil.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''These are Du Casse's Guns.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Perhaps. But that Mark is the Bishop's.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''This Wine doesn't come cheap.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''It's from the Bishop's Cellar. Bears his Stamp.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''One moment.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''And if thy right Hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''No more.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Bishop ordered you to kill my People. Why?'' |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''I don't know. Please...'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''You would beg for Mercy?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He's had enough, Man. Look.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now, who is this Bishop?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''My Mentor. Two Years ago he tried to build a Cathedral in Kingston. The Protestants there refused it. Things turned bloody. The Bishop lost his mind. He said we had a Catholic duty to go to War over it. It was madness. I refused. He saw it as Apostasy. I hid my People, and tried to protect them. I never imagined the Bishop would murder them! He will die for what he has done. We must make for Kingston, and cut the Head off this Snake.'' |
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| From that point forward, Adé sailed as the quartermaster aboard [[Captain]] Edward's [[ship]], the [[Jackdaw]]. Operating out of [[Nassau]] for a time, they grew wealthy off their spoils and lived the lives they had always dreamed. But Adé was a man who valued the [[Democracy|democratic]] ideals of this [[Republic of Pirates|pirate community]] far above the spoils they acquired while living it. And as he saw Edward Kenway fall deeper and deeper into a spiral of selfish greed and pointless glory, he wondered if there wasn't a better alternative... a more [[Assassin-Templar War|noble cause]] he might adopt to suit his ideals.
| | ===The Other Cheek=== |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Captain, I need to prepare. I'll catch you up in the Market. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''All right.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''As good a Spot as any.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Why wait 'til Dark, do you have second Thoughts?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''No, none at all. Catholicism is forbidden in Kingston. So, the Bishop only moves at Night, like a common Scoundrel. I see some familiar Faces. Catholics from other Villages near mine. They could point us to the Bishop.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll check the Market.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Excuse me. Jane, is that you?'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''Father Galvão. You're alive!'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Yes, as the Lord continues to will it. What brings you here?'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''But your Village... when we heard what happened, Papa dragged us to Kingston. Did anyone else survive?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''A blessed few.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''Well, Father says Bishop Ravenscroft will protect us. We're safe here.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Not Tonight. Return to your Home and do not leave 'til Morning.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''Alright. Goodbye, Father Galvão.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British civilian 2:''' ''They've finally let me in. Got an Invitation from the Bishop himself.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 3:''' ''Good, we'll talk later. And don't show that Letter to anyone.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I would like to have a look at that Letter.'' |
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| | [[Database: Invitation Letter]] |
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| | *'''British civilian 4:''' ''Every Word from his Mouth is a Lie.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 5:''' ''The Man is a Menace. They have to find him.'' |
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| | {{IUNote|Title=A Warning|Text=Beware the heretical Teachings of Bishop Ravenscroft and his Followers!<br><br>He preaches of Peace and Understanding yet surrounds himself with Thugs and Smugglers. Ravenscroft is a Beast in Bishop's Cloth. The younger Swynford was tragically lost after he turned over to this abominable Cause. Protect your Homes, watch over your Families, and do not trust the Bishop.}} |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Just what Sort of a Bishop is he?'' |
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| | *'''British civilian 6:''' ''I hear he conducts secret Prayers at Night, in the Forests outside Kingston.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 7:''' ''I wouldn't dare go near the Forests after Dark. It's where unsavory Types gather.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bishop hides out in the Forest, does he?'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''So, what has the Padre discovered?'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bishop is meeting Initiates tonight on the Outskirts of Kingston.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Aye, and I've heard that he's bolstered his Ranks. We must be careful. Come, I know the Way.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bishop is hated here.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''When he first arrived, Bishop Ravenscroft spoke of Peace and Understanding between Protestants and Catholics. Even helped me quiet my Inner Turmoil. But he has changed. The Man strangles the life from everything he touches.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We can end all of that.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Yes. He showed me a better Path. But now, I wonder if he was the Devil's Snake hissing in my ear from the start.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''There are two Entrances. Let's split up.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll head into the Forest.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Let none leave alive.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''They're armed and looking lively.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Ah. Not for long.'' |
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| | *'''Bishop Ravenscroft:''' ''An entire Shipment lost. Our Brothers in Cape Bonavista murdered. And I am barred from walking the Streets of Kingston. Enemies beset us on all Sides. Yet, my Faith has never been stronger. Our Numbers grow. The Enemy fears this. They are right to be afraid. Prepare yourselves. The Time of Peace is past, and our Templar Allies gather strength. It is Time for War. Shall we begin the Initiation?'' |
| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Mister Boreham is not here, Sir.'' |
| | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''A Pity. He seemed so fervent.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''Intruder, over there!'' |
| | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''Oh God. Oh no. Save me!'' |
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| | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''My Son, we are not Enemies.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Bishop Ravenscroft, you created a sworn enemy when you murdered my People.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Confess.'' |
| | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''You know this Place. They Hate us here. When I turned the other Cheek, they took everything. We were cast out. Only Du Casse heard my Pleas. He taught us the Ways of his Order. Found us a new Home. By joining with him I bought time for this Church.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''You paid for it with your Soul.'' |
| | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''When we fought back, our Tormentors began to fear us. We are winning, Abel. So, I summoned everyone I knew for a final push. But you defied me, Abel. And others would have followed if your people were not made an Example of.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Villagers. My People. Their Murder was a Lesson?'' |
| | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''Was it not a Lesson when the Lord ordered Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac? I took no pleasure in it, Abel. Faith compelled me to act. The Others were losing Faith and Resolve. The alliance with the Templars was going to fall apart. Some got brave, like you Abel. I was desperate. And it worked. The other Villages flocked to Kingston, begging for Protection. Our Numbers grew again. Your People's sacrifice served God's Will. Please, have Mercy. Are we not called to forgive?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Lord may forgive you. But I do not.'' |
| | [] |
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| In 1720, these very ideals were put to the test when Captain Kenway sailed to a meeting with the notorious [[Bartholomew Roberts]]. Adéwalé had never trusted Roberts, and had hoped Edward might come to the same conclusion before it was too late. Unfortunately, Adé's instincts were correct. In Edward's absence, Roberts' enormous crew attacked the Jackdaw, hoping to subdue her. Adé took command of the brig and sailed her and her crew to safety, regretting the loss of his Captain, but confident he had made the right decision.
| | <!-- Missing, seem to be pirate barks |
| | More Guns. The Bishop really has stepped into Du Casse's shoes. |
| | The Bishop's Orders are to kill anyone who approaches. |
| | I've never seen him like this. Were the Guns in Cape Bonavista that important? |
| | It were what happened to the Crew that has him afeared. Our best Men, gutted like Pigs. |
| | --> |
| | ===Caught Between Heaven and Hell=== |
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| Some months later, Adé resolved to meet with [[Ah Tabai]] at the [[Assassins|Assassin]]'s village in [[Tulum]]. There he spoke at length with the old [[Mentor]] and asked him many questions about their Order. After hearing answers that pleased him greatly, Adé joined [[West Indies Brotherhood of Assassins|the Order]], then set about devising a scheme to locate his old Captain.
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' Muito Obrigado (''Thank you''), Captain. I wasn't sure if I could do what had to be done.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What will you do now?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I can't say. How are my Villagers who joined you in Great Inagua? They must think poorly of me for becoming a Pirate again.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I am sure they do not.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Thank you, Captain.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Padre's People have been hard at Work.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Henry Congreve:''' ''Well, it's not quite the Cathedral of Saint Paul. We've little in the way of Ornaments.'' |
| | *'''Diana Calverey:''' ''We don't need those. You've turned a musty old Hut into a Place of Worship. You did well, Henry.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Mistress Calverley, how are you settling in?'' |
| | *'''Diana:''' ''This Place is livelier than what I am used to. I enjoy it, but I do miss the Padre's Cooking.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I am sure he can still host the odd Pig Roast.'' |
| | *'''Diana:''' ''Yes. If I know him, he still carries every one of us in his Heart. Be good to him, my Dear.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Impressive Work, we had little use for that Derelict.'' |
| | *'''Henry:''' ''Thank you. How is the Padre holding up?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Work on the Ship gives him Purpose.'' |
| | *'''Henry:''' ''Hmm. Keep him busy, Captain.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''They've settled in well.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Your People are in good Spirits. Even built a Church. Would you like to take a look?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Perhaps, another Time.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Do you still see yourself as a Man of God?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''A Man of God? I am a Man of the Sea. A Man of the Sword. I am a Believer and I am a Killer. There is no Refuge for my Sort. This World does not forgive, nor does it forget. The Jackdaw is Home now.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You've met the Assassins. They're Killers too, and they wouldn't turn you out.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I've had enough of Orders and Titles. The Ocean is a wide and wild Expanse. Perhaps God created it for Wanderers like you and me? Those caught between Heaven and Hell.'' |
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| Months later Adéwalé and the Assassins got word that Edward Kenway had been languishing for many months in a prison in [[Port Royal]]. They learned too that [[Mary Read]] and [[Anne Bonny]] had also been taken there. Adé and Ah Tabai put a plan in motion to rescue them. After the escape—a tragic success—Adé returned the Jackdaw intact to Captain Kenway, and bade him visit the Assassins as soon as he was able.
| | ==Tobias Smith== |
| | ===No Box Dark Enough=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I didn't take you for a petal-picking sort.'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''To pluck is to end. You Love. You lose. I mentioned a Commander. Did I? No matter.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Man who put you in a box? Vile business, Tobias.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''So it goes. Should I be spared? When others face the Box, should I stand aside and tinker with Cannons?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Well, there are no Boxes here and we hoped you would help us with some improvements on the Jackdaw.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''My knobby Hands once fashioned deadly instruments, to be sure. I can't be sure. Can I trust Memory? I see the Mortars I made for the Commander, stout and of uncommon Strength and Quality.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Well then, I would like to have a look at those. Where are they now?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''A dark Place. A place of Screams. A Theatre of Cruelty. The Seas of Punta Guarico, on an Island called Petite Caverne. If the Mortars are to be found, they are there, or thereabouts.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The sooner we find this Cave, the better the Jackdaw will be for it.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I expect it won't be as easy as sailing in and taking the Weapons.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Who can know. If much is as it was, Petite Caverne is well-guarded. The Commander keeps the Weapons under Lock and Key.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hmm. Not exactly ripe for the picking, then.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''How did you discover you had a knack for tinkering? Was it with the Privateers?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Yes.'' |
| | [a pause] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''All right, then.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''We're here.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll wait outside the Cavern.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Expect me, shortly.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lads, keep the Jackdaw out of Sight. Find us when we're done!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You stayed in this dank Place? Tell me there was somewhere to call Home before this.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''There was an Island where I felt warmth. Contentment? I was a different man.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We all were, Mate. What was this Island called?'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''How long must we wait?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''They come after dark. It will be worth it. The Commander hungers for Power. My Guns sate his Appetite.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Two there. Careful, now.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''Where is the Commander?'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Up ahead, on the Dock. Best not bother him, he's busy with his... Tests.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''That's the problem. We're running out of Boxes for the Bodies.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''I'm bettin' he goes for the left Arm on the next.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 3:''' ''Jaysus, Man. Careful you don't take on the Commander's cruel indifference.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Or will it be an Eye?'' |
| | *'''British soldier 3:''' ''You're hopeless.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''At last.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''So much for a quiet approach. Aim true, Smith!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Easy, Man! Christ!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''A Debt was owed. No more.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Commander is ahead if I'm right.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You don't seem too concerned with the Weapons. That's why we're here.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''It is a hateful and wicked Bargain but it is ours.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Smith, I took you to be caught in Death's Shadow. Now I see you're the one casting it.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pirate:''' ''No, no! Please, I don't want to go in there!'' |
| | *'''British Officer 1:''' ''Shut your mouth and do what you're told.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Pirate:''' ''Tobias? Brother! It's you!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Hurry. The Ship outside. Go.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''On. Moving on. We must move on.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Commander Cyrus:''' ''Bring another one in and clear the Mess of the last.'' |
| | *'''British Officer 2:''' ''There was a nice Ring on that one.'' |
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''Yes, leave it, that's mine.'' |
| | *'''British Officer 2:''' ''Ugh, the Stench...'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''That's him.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British Officer 3:''' ''The Devil? Who are you?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Memory fading. Mind failing. What else?'' |
| | *'''British Officer 3:''' ''Are you simple?'' |
| | *'''British Officer 4:''' ''Why are you here? Filthy Rat!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Why am I here? No matter. What will I do? That is the Question.'' |
| | *'''British Officer 5:''' ''Who are you? Stop!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''A mere bag of Bones and Dust. As are we all. Let us hasten your Decay.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Cyrus:''' '' Who are you?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He's yours, Smith.'' |
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''You.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''What? All of this for some Flowers? Maybe I should have looked closer at you. And taken more.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''You piece of Shit. That's all you are, Dirt and Water.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''I broke you open and looked inside. And you know what I found? Nothing. You're empty. You're a Puppet! A Nobody! You're Nothing!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''There is no Box dark enough. But this will do.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What? Not even a Smile? We exorcised your Demon! Live a little, Man.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''He is gone. Yes. But the Shadow on my Soul remains.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''I need to see Crooked Island. There's a Village there. After that, the Mortars.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Are there more parts you need at Crooked Island.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What is it Smith? What is there that you need?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Love. Long dimmed, nearly gone. Not gone.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We are bound for Crooked Island, then. But I need those Mortars to be set right after our visit.'' |
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| And in due time, Edward Kenway did just that... | | ===All Love Must End=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Tell me about this Island we're headed to. Was it your Home?'' |
| | [pause] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''All right, I'll go first.[beat] I came of age on a Farm. We are Shepherds, us Kenways. But I wanted more, for my Family... for me. So I took to the Seas, and here I am.'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''I was born in Barbados. I've little Memory of it. Maybe I wasn't. Who can say now with all that's happened.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And Crooked Island?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''I stole away there as a Youth. Met my Wife. A sunny Place. Fine People. A different Time. A short Time. I fell in with some Pirates. It was them who taught me to use Firearms and Machines. Then the British came. One of their Raids. No warning. Men, Women, Children, no matter. Taken and gone. You know the rest.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's over now. Let's hope your Wife awaits your Return with open Arms.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''It is Hope that's brought me the most Pain these last Years.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There it is, Crooked Island. There's Smoke.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Something's amiss.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''English Ships.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''A Raid. We must stop them.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lead on.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Portuguese civilian 1:''' ''Not my Son, please! Take me instead!'' |
| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''Shut your Mouth.'' |
| | [fight] |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Meddlesome Rats! Leave that one Alive, he'll fetch a Sum.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Portuguese civilian 1:''' ''Oh, thank you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''African civilian 1:''' ''Please, I am old.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 3:''' ''You'll still fetch a Price.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''African civilian 1:''' ''I owe you my Life.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''African civilian 2:''' ''Mark, Mark! Wake up, Man!'' |
| | *'''British soldier 4:''' ''Too late for Him. That should teach you lot to try to escape.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''British soldier 5:''' ''You belong in the Fire!'' |
| | [other fight] |
| | *'''British soldier 6:''' ''Knaves! Off with you!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''African civilian 2:''' ''Mark, my Friend, we're Saved! Please open your Eyes!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''African civilian 3:''' ''Thank you, thank you!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hah! They fled back to the Sea.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''They will return.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This place is safe, for now. Let's find your Home?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Yes.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lead the Way.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're uneasy.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''I don't know this place like I did. Not no more.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It has been... some Years. Should I let you get on with it?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''No. Come. I do not know if my Wife will remember me.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The House is in ruins. A Grave.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''My Wife. May she rest.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''She never forgot you.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''She gave me this. "As long as they persist, so will we," she said. Flowers die, dry, and rot. I did not say it then. I failed her. All Love must end with one saying goodbye to the other. She was my Light. It is Darkness once more.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I have said goodbye to many Friends, Close and True. The Ache never leaves.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Upon my Death, bury me next to she is all I ask.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Edward. Thank you. I know little of this World. Almost nothing. But I had to know my Wife's Fate.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You can be a dark Cloud over calm Waters, Smith. But we'll put some Cheer on those Bones yet. It's been a pleasure to get to know you, Smith.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Thank you, Captain.'' |
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| |-|Ah Tabai=
| | ===Very Little, But Something=== |
| Born: 1660s, [[Yucatán Peninsula|Yucatan Peninsula]]<br>
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Captain.'' |
| Died: c.1745, Yucatan Peninsula
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Smith. How are my Mortars coming?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Materials I need have arrived at Great Inagua. We should go there.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Mortars are ready. They only need to be fitted.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Good Man! It took some doing but I expect they'll be worth it.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The British Raiding Ships, those that remain, sail unopposed. I've learned of their Location.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I see.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Flame of my life may be snuffed out, but we can save others from that same Darkness.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Ships were seen near Crooked Island. To finish what they started, I'd guess. Guesses, wagers... them all we have.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''These Mortars could do with some testing, anyway.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Fine work on these Mortars, Smith!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''They too will someday fail you.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''There. The Ships.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Time to put these Guns to the Test.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Haha! Now that's Power!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Just chemicals and Iron, Captain.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Them Panic. Good.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Load the Powder! Again!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Easy does it! Hah!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''They will return to Darkness.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Another Wave! Prepare yourselves!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is something!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''More ships, Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let them come!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We've sailed through worse, Lads! Give them everything! I'll say it again, Smith, these Mortars are a Revelation!'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Leave only Crab food.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Well done, Smith.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''Nice work on them Cannons, Deadman!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You can choose another Nickname if you'd prefer. The crew will respect it.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''I'm fond of the name. A reminder of my Path.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You've called down Thunder, Deadman. Your Guns will spread Fear across the Seas.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''With so little to hold on to, it is something. Very little. But something. Almost nothing. Still, I'll cling to it.'' |
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| Named for the [[Maya]]n god of hunting, [[Ah Tabai]]'s given name remains a mystery, and very little is known about his earliest decades. The only child he is known to have fathered died before the age of ten.
| | ==A World Without Gold== |
| | ===That Bastard Maynard=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Quiet beach. Top Grog. A bleedin' House on a Hill. We'll be made soft and the Job's not done.'' |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''It's treasure enough for some, Edward. You must keep that in sight.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's a Lot to keep in sight these Days. Thatch had it all figured, and look what it got him.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''That need not be your End.'' |
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| | *'''Robert Maynard:''' ''The King of England loves Mulled wine. Do you have mulled wine at this... ...establishment? What makes it special is the addition of Nutmeg, you see. A spice our Majesty the King has delivered from the far East, for we, his Subjects, to enjoy.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Let it not be said that those with Power cannot treat the Little People charitably.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Ah...You'll find no little People here.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You must be lost, Mate.'' |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Lost? On the contrary.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''I'm here with purpose; to offer this Boon from the King's Table as a gesture of his good Will. And with it a Chance for you, Edward Kenway, along with these other Pirates, to leave this place with your Lives. It's what Our Majesty the King, God save him, would prefer.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Myself, I'm inclined to a more... Permanent Solution.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''I await your unconditional Surrender at Kingston.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Who was that Bastard?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That was the bastard that killed Thatch.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Edward. A word... best in Private.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''My Quarters, then.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That bastard Pirate Hunter... his name's Lieutenant Robert Maynard, though I call him a few other things besides.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Maynard's going to be a problem for us.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's his intention.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''There's been Redcoats everywhere since Thatch. Now that cocky Bastard walks in, bold as you please, and threatens us to our faces. Blackbeard would be turning in his Grave.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. I've been thinking on that.'' |
| | [] |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''What's your Plan for Maynard, then?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I mean to go to Kingston, pay him a quiet visit.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Getting there may not be easy. They say he's got a Warship tearing up Freebooters anywhere near the Place.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Jackdaw's Crew can hold their own in a Fight well enough.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''This is no ordinary Fight. Maynard's got the King's Navy behind him. And he hates us, you saw it. I think he hates you most of all.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Even more Reason for me to go in quiet.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Kingston then, just... be careful, Edward. We've lost Nassau. We can't lose Inagua too.'' |
| | [] |
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| What little else we know about him comes from his own mouth; from the stories he told those who knew him. When speaking about his own past, he avoids personal details in favor of abstractions and hints. He frequently speaks of his love and admiration for the tragic history of his people, and used these stories to illustrate the complex intersections of cultures and religions, frequently pointing out the fact that "From within and without come enemies and allies alike. Nothing in life is guaranteed, except surprise..."
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| | It's not just the Navy behind Maynard, it's the Royal Coffers as well. He's sure to have a nice Stash of Gold somewhere. |
| | Maynard! That Shitbird's been nipping at my Heels for weeks, wanting to make his Name. |
| | Maynard? Who is he? |
| | Another of the King's Lackeys itching to measure himself against my Reputation. |
| | All right, Lieutenant Maynard. You've earned your Reckoning! |
| | Anne might be right. Time ashore would do us all Good. |
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| | ===Not Even a Real Captain=== |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Finding Maynard in Kingston will be like looking for a Needle in a Bottle of Hay.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He's no shrinking Violet. He will have made certain everyone in Town knows he's there.'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''I was only in Kingston once. It all got a bit blurry after the second Bottle.'' |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''I know Kingston well enough. If you ask me, Maynard will be with his Military Friends on the western side.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a lot of soldiers for an old Barn. It looks like Padre was right.'' |
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| | *'''British officer:''' ''This Lot here belongs to Lieutenant Maynard. I have a Letter in my Hand saying it goes out on the next Transport.'' |
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| | *'''British officer:''' ''Report!'' |
| | *'''British soldier:''' ''Sir! Transport has informed us there will be a delay.'' |
| | *'''British officer:''' ''Well how long did they say! I'm not going to be the one to tell the Lieutenant he can't have his Stuff! |
| | *'''British soldier:''' ''They didn't say, Sir! |
| | *'''British officer:''' ''Damn it! What with the HMS Demolition getting away late for Eleuthera Today as well... You better hope that Transport arrives, or he'll have both our Heads.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Blast! Maynard's not here. He's left for Eleuthera.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bastard's not even a real Captain.'' |
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| | [[Database: Commander's Letter]] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Pirate Master Gunner. This could work in our favor.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Silverware from Thatch's Revenge, and his other Treasures. Maynard's been helping himself to Pirate Holds.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Anne will be wondering where I am.'' |
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| It is not known how early Ah Tabai acquired the title of Mentor, nor how large his impact was on the [[Assassins]] of the [[Caribbean|West Indies]]. However, that he maintained semi-regular contact with the [[American Brotherhood of Assassins|Assassins in the British colonies]] to the north, in various parts of [[Europe]] and [[Africa]], and in [[China]]. He was instrumental in opening his branch to men and women from all walks of life - mostly Europeans, Africans, and those Native to the area.
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| | That new Shipment, some are saying they moved it because it came from the Hold of Blackbeard hisself. |
| | You'd believe anything. All new Shipments go to the Barn now. Lieutenant's Orders. |
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| As a native Mayan himself, rumors and stories of the ancient [[Observatory (Isu)|Observatory]] were not foreign to Ah Tabai. So when in 1713 rumors of [[Bartholomew Roberts|a new "Sage"]] began to surface, Ah Tabai took it upon himself to locate the man, believing the Assassins should be the protectors of the ancient and mysterious place. He sent word far and wide to as many Assassin outposts as possible, hoping their network of spies and informants would lead them to their prize. But after two years, there was no word.
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| Then, in early 1715, an experienced British Assassin named [[Duncan Walpole]] arrived at Ah Tabai's encampment, initially expressing a desire to train under the Mentor directly. Ah Tabai found the request odd but flattering, for Walpole had already achieved a level of Mastery few assassins ever reached. After many months of intensive training, Ah Tabai came to consider Duncan Walpole as one of his most trusted colleagues.
| | Lieutenant Maynard cuts a fine Figure. We could do with more of his Ilk, if you ask me. |
| | Some say he took Gold and who knows what other godless Idols from Pirates, and hid it all in that Barn of his. |
| | You know what the Priest said about idle Gossip! You should be ashamed! |
| | I'm just saying I heard it, is all. There's no Sin in that, is there? |
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| Then in June of 1715, word arrived that the [[Templars]] had located and imprisoned the [[Sages|Sage]] on [[Spain|Spanish]] lands in the far south. Seeing an opportunity to cripple his arch-enemies, Ah Tabai entrusted Duncan Walpole with the task of rallying various Assassins around the West Indies and leading an assault on the Templar prison ship en route to [[Havana]]. Duncan Walpole agreed to this task... and was never heard from again.
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| | Whatever you think of the Lieutenant, he bested Blackbeard when none other could. |
| | Small Wonder. He's as close to a Pirate as you can be without being called one. |
| | All the spoils from them Pirates he's took for himself, and piled it up in the Barn. |
| | Hold your Tongue you damned Fool! You'll get us both flogged! |
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| [[Anne Bonny|Anne]] was barely a teen when she left her native [[County Cork|Cork]] in [[Ireland]] for the [[United Kingdom|British]] colonies, and by sixteen she was en route to [[Caribbean|West Indies]] at side of her new husband, Mr. Jack Bonny, a gentle but sturdy young man in his early 20s.
| | That Maynard's all high and mighty, but he's dirty as any of them Redcoats, mark my Word. |
| | Aye, he took Blackbeard's Hold. Where'd all that Gold go, I ask you? |
| | As if we don't know. |
| | Some say he's got quite the Store in a barn here in Kingston. |
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| | ===What the Devil!=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Maynard's left Kingston for a Rendezvous with his Fleet at Eleuthera.'' |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Damn! How do we find this Fleet, then?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''His Ship's the HMS Demolition. I expect he's also carrying a Master Gunner of some Note who'd welcome our liberation.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''A Master Gunner? With Luck we'll convince him to join us.'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''We could do with a good Master Gunner, no offense to the Crew.'' |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''A single Fleet is of no concern to us, even one with a Warship.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''If we're lucky Maynard will have his Warchest with him.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''There's the Demolition! It's alone.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's close to Shore, and slow. I don't see a Fleet. This might be easier than I expected.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Keep on Lads! Let's get a look inside that Hold.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''The Warship's breaking off!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Sod it all! We can't see anything in this Murk! They're trying to get to open Water, and use the Demolition's size to Advantage.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''Here's the rest of the Fleet!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''God damn it! I just patched those sails!'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''They're near ready to board!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Over we go, Lads! Secure the Hold!'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Find Maynard!'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Take the Helm! Where's Lieutenant Maynard?'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Quick and clean!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Man to man, just how I like it!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I don't think Maynard's here.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''There's no Sign of Maynard, or a Master Gunner. The Hold was empty as a Drum except for this. It's heavy, too.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Do you hear that? Open it.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''Blow me down! There's a Man inside.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''What the Devil?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Get him out. Take the poor Sod to my Quarters, and get him something to eat and drink.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''I've never seen anything like that in all my Days.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We need to know what happened here. I'll be keen to hear him tell it, when he's able.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''First Kingston, now this. It's almost like Maynard knows we're looking for him.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He's sly, that's certain. Has there been no News of him at all?'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Some, but it's not good. Word is the Lieutenant expected to be made Captain after he killed Blackbeard. He wasn't. So now he's got a Fire in his Belly, and means to hunt every Pirate out of the West Indies... beginning with you, Edward.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That explains the Fleet I suppose.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''There's more. The Demolition's Log has a list of Ships. A lot of Ships. And Maps. Maynard's planning something big.'' |
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| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''He's building an Armada. And a great Warship.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''How do you know this?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''He wanted me... Master Gunner... '' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''This one's the Master Gunner?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Whoever he is, he won't last long on the Ship. We have to get him back to Inagua.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Inagua's as good a Course as any. We can figure what to do next when we're there.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''There was nothing on the Demolition but that poor Devil in the Box.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''Did you see that poor Bastard? We've put him in the Captain's Cabin, but he looks more dead than alive.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 3:''' ''I've seen enough to know his insides is all broke up. He's a dead man, all right.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''Deadman eh? That's a hell of a nickname for him if he lives.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 3:''' ''And well earned.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Have some pity. It's an evil Bastard that locks a man in a Box.'' |
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| The pair arrived in [[Nassau]] in April of 1716, settling down with an unclear idea of what shape their lives might take. Jack eventually found work on one of the small [[plantation]]s there, while Anne cultivated her ability to loaf and daydream. Unfortunately, her beauty, aloofness, and complete indifference to propriety made her the object of more romantic attention than she had ever known or cared for. | | ===It's a Start=== |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''I never tire of the Sight of this Place.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Aye. The one the Crew are calling Deadman is still alive at least. Some time on our Island might agree with him.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I don't care for that Nickname.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''When he's able to tell me, I'll get his proper Name and his Story.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''This is nice. It's good to see the Crew at Ease. I expect there'll be precious little of it ahead.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''If that poor Sod's correct and Maynard's building an Armada, I'd wager you're right.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''We've a brave Crew, but we don't stand a chance against an entire Armada. I'll put Word out. When we know where Maynard is, we take him before he has the Advantage.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'd like to know more of his Purpose first, find out what he's planning.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''You don't fool me, Edward Kenway. You want to figure out a way to get your Hands on his Gold.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And why not? We can deal with the Bastard, Rob him Blind and make ourselves rich at the same time. Thatch would approve.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Oh, that's sly! Thatch indeed! I'll tell you why not. The longer we take, the more dangerous Maynard becomes.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm afraid you speak Truth, Anne. Let me talk to my Officers.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Don't take too long.'' |
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| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Captain! I could use your aid in carrying this Rum. The Crew has the thirst of Whales, and they're not the most patient Lot.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You should take it to the Men yourself. There are few things that earn their Respect more than Rum.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Respect is for the Captain. Fear better suits a Master-at-Arms. But I'm glad for your help. I had a terrible weakness for Rum once. I won't be partaking myself.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Devil take me, you're a Pirate man!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The man we pulled out of that Box was being pressed into Crew by Maynard. He's building an Armada.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''If true, that is not good News, Captain. We won't survive against an Armada. Few could.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. I was hoping my Master-at-Arms might have some thoughts about what we could do about it.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I may. Let me think on it.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''My thanks for your help, Captain. Just here will do. The men will find it.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''I'm weary of chasing our Tails across the Seas, looking for a Fight that could be our last.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''I don't mind if there's pay at the end of it. But it's been too long, that's certain.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''The Captain and Quartermaster are to blame. Blackbeard's gone. Finding this Lieutenant Maynard won't bring him back.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''Aye. If they want revenge, take as many fat Merchant ships as we can, I say. That's what Blackbeard would want.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''Leave off Lads! It's the Master at Arms.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''No no! Don't stop on my Account! If you want to fight, fight us! What say you, Captain? Care to test your Grit against your own Men?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's just try not to damage them permanently. We need them able.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''You heard the Captain, Lads! No permanent Damage. That don't mean we can't make 'em hurt!'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 3:''' ''Oh, that don't look Good! Get one back! Put your shoulders into it!'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 3:''' ''They can't take all of us!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Pull your Weight, Master at Arms! You've got me doing all the Work.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Keep up the Talk, Captain. I'll let my Fists speak for me.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Looks an even Fight now. I can finish it if you're winded.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''If it's all the same to you, I'll see it through.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Nice Hook, Captain!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's the Jab that does the real work!'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''A good Contest, and an agreeable End! My thanks for your help, Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're a cheeky Sod.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Get up you Swabs! Let's see which of you can shoot to save yourselves. What about you, Captain? Think you can best me?'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Walk with me, Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Where to, Shipwright?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You'll see.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Crew is calling the one we pulled out of that Box "Deadman". They say he's likely an uncommon Criminal.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''The same could be said of any of us, and has been at every Establishment I've visited... or the ones I remember.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Some are afraid he's afflicted with a spreading Sickness, a Plague.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I say the only Sickness lies with those who locked him in that damned Box.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''What have we here?'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''The Rules are easy. I call out a group of Dummies. You hit the ones I call. You keep doing that 'til I stop. Got it? Let's start.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Middle!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Deadman's said Maynard was pressing him into service for an Armada he's building.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''An Armada? Christ! He'd need a lot of coin for that.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A thought that's crossed my Mind as well.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Left!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''If Maynard's got that kind of Coin, there'll be a Big Wig with a Ledger close behind him. There always is.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Right!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. If I find this Treasurer, I might find his Gold. Maynard can't build an Armada if he can't pay for it.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Find Maynard's Gold to stop the Armada. Right.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Just the kind of shooting that might win you the Competition.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Speaking of the Deadman, last I saw he was heading to the Beach, and didn't look well.'' |
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| | *'''Tobias "Deadman" Smith:''' ''I'm here.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is that Hole for someone you know?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Grave is for me.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Come now. It looks as if our Island is doing you some Good.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Appearance only. My Wounds won't be cured. I will be dead soon.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You say you are dying, I say we all chance Death at every Turn. I'm in need of a Master Gunner with your Skill. Join us, for as little or as long as may be. You might live longer than you expect.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''That is True.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''But I should know your real Name. I can't have my Master Gunner answering to "Deadman".'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Tobias. My Name was Tobias Smith.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Smith, then. Now let's get back to the others. I do not share your fondness for... Graves.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Hear me, all! Gather round!'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 4:''' ''Let's hear a word from our Captain!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You all know our Purpose is to find Maynard, and relieve him of both Life and Fortune.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 5:''' ''Sack the Bastard!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He is canny, and our Task is neither simple nor easy. But we have his Measure. Maynard's building an Armada against us. That takes a lot of Coin. If we find the one who keeps his Ledger, we can stop his Gold. Shipwright, here's your Chance to even the Score with the Lobcock for locking you up. Search out this Treasurer. Send Word when you find him.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'll get him.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''To our Master-at-Arms falls the Task of the Armada itself, a Problem for which I confess I have no Answer.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''To this I have already given some Thought. I ask your leave to go to my old Spanish Crew at Santanillas, and gain their Aid.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You have it. Only be sure of their good Faith. In looking for Friends, we don't want to increase our Enemies. Last, I am happy to tell you that the good repair of the Armaments rests with our new Master Gunner, Mister Smith. I am assured he is well suited to the Task. We can but take him at his Word, and prove him, false or true. With that, I declare the Jackdaw and her Crew ready. What say you, Quartermaster?'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''It's a Start. And a good one! So say I!'' |
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| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''You Lot behave yourselves. It took me all Day to get this Place tidy for your Celebrations. There's no need to undo it with Tomfoolery. |
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| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''I don't know about that Padre. A Pirate Ship's no Place for a Man of the Cloth, if you ask me. |
| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''Padre... he's no more a Man of God than I'm Lord of the Manor. |
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| Born: 1680, [[England]]<br>Died: 1718, North Carolina
| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''She's got Guts, that one. Aye, that's the Kind of Woman you want standing beside you in a Scrap. |
| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Hey! You know the Code as well as me. She's one of us, and that's it. No funny Business. |
| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''I never said any different, did I? |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''Captain! We got Word the Shipwright found Maynard's Treasurer. She's awaiting us at Nassau.'' |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Nassau. Redcoats everywhere.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Captain! You took your time. I'm drunk.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''We were right. Maynard does have a Treasurer, and he's had the ''Cojones'' (balls) to show up at Nassau.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''It burns me to see the Place like this, swarming with Redcoats.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''As you see, Maynard's recruiting. His Big Wig's here offering Gold to all who join him.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's not a bad Likeness.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I wager he's paying more than you. I might sign up myself.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll go and find this Treasurer before you do. Meet back at the Jackdaw when you're done drinking.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Maybe one more, then.'' |
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| | *'''Treasurer:''' ''The Captain barely even takes to Sea. He's soft, and likes the Comforts of his Lodgings too well. Who took Blackbeard? It wasn't the Captain, as we all know. It was Lieutenant Maynard, and he did it alone. Think on that. And while you do, consider that the Lieutenant is generous to those who serve him.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Oh, this is good! Maynard's moved his Warchest. Back to the Jackdaw.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Treasurer was uncooperative, but he carried a Letter from Maynard. It mentions a Villa he keeps at the... Beckford Estate.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I know it. That's at Tortuga. I went there once with Grandad. Nice. It's not Black Island, mind...'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He's moved his Warchest there, and he's gone somewhere else. It's unguarded.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Our Quartermaster's not going to like this.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Mum's the Word, then. She'll come around when she sees the Gold.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I might not have to join Maynard to get Paid after all.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''My Master-at-Arms will be waiting at Santanillas.'' |
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| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Cannons upgraded. Them fire not once, but twice.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I see your Renown is earned! Do you never sleep, Smith?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''My long sleep is coming.'' |
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| | I just want your Boss's Gold. It's not worth your Life. |
| | So like a Pirate. |
| | Your Choice, Mate. |
| | Soldiers! To me! |
| | This Cuthroat is after me! Get him! |
| | I just want to talk, Mate! |
| | Leave off! |
| | You're only making Work for us both! |
| | Help! Soldiers! |
| | Filthy Freebooter. |
| | It didn't have to be like this. |
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| | No matter how much Gold Maynard's Man offers, not many are joining him. |
| | I heard the self-righteous Bastard's getting desperate. There's talk he started press-ganging Locals to crew his Ships instead. |
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| | That Treasurer's a strange one. He's out here drumming up Support for Maynard against his own Captain, and not a bit of Shame. |
| | I heard that Treasurer is back on the south of the Island, offering Gold to all them that would join Maynard. |
| | That's Mutiny, that's what it is. What use is Gold if you're swinging by your Neck? |
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| | Are you looking for Action and better Pay? Of course you are! But you won't find it stuck on Patrol here in Nassau. |
| | If it's Purpose you want, you'll find it sailing with the Bane of Blackbeard, Lieutenant Maynard himself! |
| | Tired of the drudgery of patrols? Sick of Soldier's Rations? |
| | Lieutenant Maynard is looking for Men like you to help in his War against Pirates. He's offering good Gold to those who join him. |
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| In November of 1718, Spotswood offered money to British pirate hunter [[Robert Maynard|Lieutenant Maynard]] to see the job done. Taking command of a few fast ships well suited to the shallow inlets where Blackbeard was known to hide, Maynard set off in search of his prize. He learned from passing ships that Blackbeard was likely anchored on the inland side of [[Ocracoke Island]], an ideal haunt for a pirate. As dusk fell on November 21st, Maynard and his crew spotted Blackbeard's rag-tag group, but decided to hold off their attack until the tide rose. In the early hours of the following day, Maynard's crew slipped into the bay and approached Blackbeard's ship. They were greeted by a sudden volley of [[pistol]] shots and [[cannon]] fire. This caused Maynard to retreat, giving Blackbeard and his crew time to slip through the shallow waters and escape.
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Captain!'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I've good News, Captain. My Spanish Friends have agreed to help us. Indeed, they have pursued Maynard themselves for some time. His Armada has been seen at Fort Serranilla. They've already begun shipping out.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Tell me of these Friends of yours, Padre. What am I sailing into?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Consorts of my old Crew. I will not lie to you, Captain, they are not our natural Allies. If it favored them, they would just as soon hunt us.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Do you trust them, then, not to turn once the Fight is won?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I trust they hate Maynard, and they are not without Honour. They will see this done.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Good enough.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Of how much Benefit do you think these Spaniards will be to us?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''If measured by their Hatred of Maynard, considerable. He took some of their Number, and what is worse, he stole what was in their Holds.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard is gathering quite the Fortune to himself.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''He could not have made a graver Mistake. I know of Nothing more vindictive than a robbed Spaniard.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''This does not bode well. They should be here.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I hope you were right about this.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''There! They have come at Last. Thank the Almighty.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''We go for Maynard! Full Sail!'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''A fine Fleet we make! But you will have to Fly to beat us to Maynard!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I can't figure how Maynard has gathered so many Ships and Crews at his Rank.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Spaniards tell me his Captain is a Waister who won't even go to Sea. He leaves all Commands to Maynard. The Crews follow Maynard because he uses the Gold he takes to buy their loyalty.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That is a waste of good Gold.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ¡Allá vamos, Maynard, cabrón de mano larga! (''Here we come Maynard, you thieving Whore!'') ¡Nos llevaremos lo que es nuestro y también tu cabeza! (''We will take back what is ours, and then your Head as well!'') |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''We have the Victory!'' |
| | *'''Pirate 3:''' ¡Chúpate esa, idiota! (''Take that, Fool!'') |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There are more! We're not done yet.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''To Hell with you, you Bastards. Forgive me, Father... But it's true.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''Bravo! To Hell with our Enemies, and Blessings on our Allies.'' Ole! (''Hurray!'') |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That can't be all there is to Maynard's Armada.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''It is a good Victory, but we have wounded him only.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. This was but few of his Ships, I think. The rest of the Armada is still out there.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Spaniards were brave. They gave their Lives rather than suffer Defeat.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Aye,'' Adios mis Amigos (''Goodbye my Friends''). ''They would be glad for our Victory.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''They helped us take a Bite out of Maynard's Armada. I am sorry I doubted them.'' |
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| However, weary of his continual pursuit, Blackbeard sought out Maynard and was caught in fierce hand to hand fighting with his crew on the deck of Maynard's ship. Despite help from his consort Edward Kenway, Blackbeard was overcome. Heavily wounded by multiple sword strokes and pistol shots, he was slain by Maynard who struck the final blow from behind.
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Let perpetual Light shine upon them, and may they rest in Peace. Amen.--> |
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| |-|Edward Kenway=
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Maynard's got a few less Ships now, and he'll have trouble finding Crew for the rest without his Treasurer. But we still don't know where the crafty Bastard is.'' |
| Born: 1693, [[Wales]]<br>Died: ????
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''In point of Fact... I might. The Treasurer let slip Maynard keeps a Villa on the Beckford Estate, at Tortuga.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''And you're just telling me this now?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I... didn't think much of it at first.'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Ah... I know the Place. It's not heavily guarded. It shouldn't be hard.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I suppose that's our best Course, then. But I'm still putting out Word for News of him, on the chance we're wrong.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''When we reach Tortuga, I'll go in alone, look around first.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Take Lucy. If she knows the Place, she'll be of some help.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We're agreed, then.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''Haul away, lads, and set Course for Tortuga! We go to settle with Maynard!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I won't be sorry to have some of Maynard's Gold in my Pocket after this.'' |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''It does say the Wealth of the Sinner is laid up for the Just. Though thinking ourselves Just, might be a little... hopeful.'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Gold has no luster for the Dead.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I remember Tortuga well. It's a curious place for Maynard to involve himself with.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Any Port in a Storm.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''"The Wicked flee when no man pursues." Or so it says.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Not too close.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''We're swimming? We're Sailors, have you not heard of Boats?'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I'll bring the Jackdaw away so as not to be seen. We'll return at the sign of Trouble.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''This Place belongs to the Beckford Family, a right Pack of Bastards.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I availed myself of their hospitality at Eleuthera.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Hmm. I'll introduce you. You'll get on.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Seeing as we're here to steal Gold, we should probably rob the Place.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's the Plan.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Keep up, but stay hidden.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''How do we get the Gold back to the Ship?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll figure that out when we find it.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It's just you and me, and a lot of Guards.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Stop worrying. You're about to get paid.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Did the Treasurer's Letter say anything about guarding the Place?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''No.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Don't you think that's a little odd, considering all these Soldiers?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I am beginning to.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm all for Skullduggery. I like it as a Rule. But it doesn't feel right lying to the Crew. I only just met them.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''They'll thank us soon enough when their pockets are heavy with Coin.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll take this Floor. You go Upstairs.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Good Idea. You look for the Gold, I'll search out Excuses to tell the Crew.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''We're just Animals to hunt for this Bastard.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''All puffed up like a Cockalorum.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''There's nothing here. Wait... is that a Letter?'' |
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| | *'''Robert Maynard:''' ''My dearest Captain Kenway, the Gold was a Ruse, I'm afraid. Ungentlemanly of me, I suppose, to take advantage of your childlike Avarice. But it was just so easy. In my absence, I leave you to my Soldiers. Warmest Regards, soon to be Captain Robert Maynard.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Arrogant Bastard!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Bad News?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We've been tricked.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Ah... Captain? Isn't that a Powder Barrel?'' |
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| | *'''British Officer:''' ''If they come out, kill them! The rest of you, to the Beach!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''The Jackdaw! Thank Christ our Quartermaster is paying Attention. Not that I haven't enjoyed the Nostalgia, but... we should leave!'' |
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| | *'''British Soldier 1:''' ''Them Pirates are at the Beach. Let's go!'' |
| | *'''British Soldier 2:''' ''What about the Villa?'' |
| | *'''British Soldier 1:''' ''You heard the Captain. Move it!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Go! I'll catch you up.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Shit.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''What the Hell happened?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It was a Trap. Let's get out of here.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I'll want more of an explanation than that, once we're clear. Full Sail!'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Ships!'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''That's a Fleet! We're ambushed!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's nothing else for it. We'll sink them one at a time!'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''They knew we were coming! Fucking Maynard, he knew!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''With luck he's on one of those Ships.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''How did we miss them when we came in?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The odds are not in our Favor.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You think?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Live or die, we can Fight.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I've been in worse, and survived.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's it. More Words like that.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''There's more of them! We've more Work to do yet, Lads!'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''More Hulls for the Ocean Floor!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''They'll follow their Comrades to Hell.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's going to be quite the Ship Graveyard.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''All right, Edward, explain yourself. All of it, now. What happened at Tortuga?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It was a Trap. Maynard was never there.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''And Gold was the Bait he used to trap you, no Doubt. Damned Fool, we could have all been killed.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Treasurer had a Letter that said Maynard kept his Warchest at Tortuga. He must have known we got his Treasurer, and read the Letter. He knew we'd follow it.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Of course he bloody did. Jesus Edward. Have you forgotten your History? You were so focused on the Gold you missed it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Missed what?'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''The Pirate Capital. He's not talking about Nassau. Maynard's at Port Royal!'' |
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| | *'''Officer British 03 Male:''' ''I've been informed Kenway and his Crew are already on their Way! The Lieutenant expects him to go for the Villa, so keep your Eyes open. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Shit! They knew we were coming. How? |
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| [[Edward Kenway|Edward James Kenway]] was born on the 10th of March in [[Swansea]], [[Wales]], to [[Bernard Kenway]] of [[Manchester]] and [[Linette Kenway|Linette Hopkins]] of nearby {{Wiki|Cardiff}}. By Edward's 10th birthday, his father had moved the family to a [[Hatherton|small farm]] just outside [[Bristol]], a nearby port town in the southwest of England.
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| This relocation had a depressing effect on young Edward's mood. He grew restless from a lack of contact with old friends and struggled to find an outlet for his limitless energy. By his teens he was spending more and more time in the city away from his farm, where the lure of excitement overrode prudence. By age sixteen, he had substituted a career as a successful farmer for a life of hopeless tomfoolery, frequently shirking his responsibilities to his family in favor of rough company.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Looking fierce, Thatch. |
| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''Blackbeard's dead, you Fool. It's just a Dummy in a Costume. |
| | *'''Soldier British 02 Male:''' ''You never saw him up close like I did. Even his likeness gives me the Shivers. |
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| In late 1711, at the age of seventeen, Edward met [[Caroline Scott-Kenway|Caroline Scott]], a woman of modest but steady means. Their friendship began cautiously, as Caroline's hand had already been promised to the boorish [[Matthew Hague|son]] of a wealthy [[East India Company]] [[Aubrey Hague|executive]]. But Edward's charms eventually won out, and he and Caroline were married within a year of their meeting; a union that angered [[Emmett Scott|her father]], and got the whole of Bristol talking.
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| In the earliest months of their marriage, Edward resolved to do well by his wife and provide for her as he believed a man in his position should. But his grandiose dreams and exaggerated opinion of himself prevented him from taking immediate responsibility for their well-being. And after only a year, he had stumbled back into his worst habits - drinking, fighting and idleness.
| | *'''Soldier British 06 Male:''' ''Kenway's here! The Pirates are here! Get them! |
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| It was in this dark period that Edward revived an old idea of joining a [[privateer]]ing fleet sailing for the [[Caribbean|West Indies]], with the aim of making war against the [[Spain|Spanish]] and collecting unchecked sums of gold and cargo. This, he told his wife, was their path to quick riches. Being a sensible and prudent woman, Caroline discouraged these fanciful ideas.
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| By the summer of 1712, Caroline understood that her husband's departure was inevitable. She wanted no further part of Edward's reckless plan, and so left him to live with her parents. Stunned by this sudden turn, Edward was determined to earn his fortune fast and prove himself as capable as he always claimed he was. He left for the West Indies barely one month later, where he soon fell in with the privateer [[Benjamin Hornigold]] and his quartermaster, [[Edward Thatch|Ed Thatch]].
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Spiced Wine. Piss water for pretentious Sneezers who can't stomach real Drink. |
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| Edward spent the first half of 1713 sailing with these two seasoned sailors, on regular sweeps of the windward passage. But that year, fate threw him another upset. With the signing of the [[Peace of Utrecht|treaty of Utrecht]], all hostile actions between the major empires came to an end and the prospects of British privateers dried up. Now poor, unemployed, and thousands of miles from home, Edward and his colleagues settled on the island of New Providence in [[the Bahamas]] to reconsider their options.
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| These were fanciful days for Edward. He discovered in the small town of [[Nassau]] a life quite unlike that which he had left behind. The atmosphere of wild and noisy freedom in this small stateless encampment overwhelmed and captivated him. The drinking, the gaming, the women, the aimless desire to simply live as one pleased. And yet, as carefree as he was, his beloved Caroline was never far from his mind. If he could make something of himself in the West Indies—working a [[sugar]] [[plantation]], perhaps—he might win her back after all his time away.
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''Who do you think the Lieutenant's got us waiting for? |
| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''Whoever they are, they're in for a nasty surprise, aren't they! |
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''I heard it was Pirates. I won't mind busting a few of their Rat Heads. |
| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''That's the kind of Work's that's good for the soul, Mate. |
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| But in absence of true conviction, habit takes hold fast; and it was only a matter of time before Edward set back out to sea with his mates, to live the life they knew best; no longer privateers—legal and sanctioned—but as [[Piracy|pirates]] now, with nary a whit of loyalty to kin and country, earning his fortune by the sword and pistol, praying his end was never too near.
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| Sometime in the year 1715 Edward was imprisoned on a Spanish Treasure Fleet and escaped with the African pirate Adéwalé. The pair immediately became fast friends. They stole the ship El Dorado and rechristened her the Jackdaw, with Edward as its captain and Adéwalé as quartermaster, later establishing a base of operations on the island of Great Inagua.
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| For the next years, Edward struggled with a growing conflict between his desire for wealth, and duty to his friends. After losing most of his closest friends, including Blackbeard and Mary Read, and only barely escaping the attention of famed British pirate hunter Lieutenant Robert Maynard, he realized the folly of his direction. He subsequently joined the Assassins, and helped hunt down Templars throughout the region.
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Anne will forgive my deception once we have the Gold.'' |
| Born: 1682, [[Jamaica]]<br>Died: 1721, Jamaica
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| Of the few infamous [[Piracy|pirates]] to call the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] his birthplace, [[Jack Rackham]] was born in Jamaica at the height of [[Port Royal]]'s boom as a den of scoundrels. This would likely explain his atrophied moral compass, for he was frequently drunk, rarely serious about anything, and always chasing women. He used his outrageous and offensive charm to keep out of most trouble. But a strategist and fighter he was not.
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''We need to talk. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''We do. All of us. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''My Quarters, then, when we reach Port Royal. |
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| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Tortuga was a Trap, but it wasn't a total Loss. We know where Maynard's gone. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There was a letter on the Treasurer. We think he's at Port Royal. |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''It's another Trap, a Classic double Feint. |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''He knows we're coming. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Maybe, but he doesn't know when. Maynard's down to half his Ships at least, some of them not seaworthy and without full Crews. He's vulnerable. We won't get another chance like this. |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''What of his Gold? |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Christ Almighty, not you as well! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Peace Anne. We do this right, and Maynard won't trouble us again. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''All right, let's get on with it, then. No Tricks this time! |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''There's rumor Maynard can't hire enough Crew for his Ships, so he's forcing Men into Servitude. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm not surprised to hear it. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Man has no Honour. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard's not concerned with Honour, Mate. |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''I know you, Edward. Your mind's still on Maynard's Gold as much as it's on him. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I don't deny it. I want Maynard, don't mistake me. I'll take his Gold as well if I can. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I don't fault you for it. But you're Captain to this Crew. If it comes to a Choice, and it might... what then? |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''We all know our Parts? I'll help where I can. Once you're done, get to the southern Dock. The Jackdaw will meet us there. Lucy, find the Gunpowder Store and ruin it any way you can. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Got it. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Padre, find and free the press-ganged Sailors. Smith... you go blow things up. When all is ready, I'll find Maynard's Warship, and send it to the Bottom. Then, with Luck, we'll find Maynard. |
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| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''Get off Woman! The Lieutenant has need of his Service. |
| | *'''Citizen British 01 Female:''' ''No! Mercy! He's my only Son! Leave us be! |
| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''Get off, or I'll Clip your Ear for you! |
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| | *'''Citizen British 03 Male:''' ''He's a great man, Lieutenant Maynard is. Ain't no other Captain has done what he has. Blackbeard had all the others on the Run. They couldn't find the Devil, and when they did they couldn't handle him. Not Maynard! He chased him all over the Ocean, hunted him down like a mad Dog, and put an end to him. Who else could have done that? I ask you! |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Jaysus!'' |
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| | *'''Citizen British 01 Female:''' ''What in God's Name was that! |
| | *'''Citizen British 02 Female:''' ''It must be the Soldiers training. What else could it be? |
| | *'''Citizen British 01 Female:''' ''Well... I wish they'd do it with less Noise. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Were those Fireworks your doing? |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Come. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Where did you learn this Skill? |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's your Secret, then. |
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| | *'''Tobias:''' ''First we gather the Lobsters. Hold your Ears. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What? |
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| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Finished here. Leave the rest to me. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll find you at the southern Dock, after I deal with Maynard's Ship. |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''This way. Shh! Come along. The Powder Stores are up ahead, but I'll need your help with the Guards... quietly. |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Careful! Guards there. |
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| | *'''Soldier British 03 Male:''' ''If the Lieutenant took greater care, there'd be no Need to repair his Ships so often. |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's the lot. Easier than I expected with both of us. Now we'll ruin their Powder. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''You take care of the Rest. I'm going ahead. |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Captain! Up here. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Have you found the Sailors? |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Si. Maynard's got them locked up in the Prison. If we free them, they might be persuaded to help us fight. |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''They're nearby now. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Do you miss your Church, Padre? |
| | *'''Galvão:''' Sim, claro. ''(Yes, of course.) I miss the People. It was my Life. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I've never really understood Religion. I believe in Myself, the Strength in my own Hands, my own Reason. No offense. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''That's a common view. Of course I understand it well. I saw things the same way once. There are times I still do. |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''You're free, by the Grace of God. Get away, quickly. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''You take care of the Rest. |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''My Friends you are free. Do not be ashamed if you surrendered Information under Duress. Few men can pass such a Test. If you need God's Forgiveness, only seek it, and it will be found. Vengeance is mine saith the Lord, but do not forget what Maynard did to you. Vengeance can be yours Today if you will fight. If it is not in your Heart to help give Maynard what he deserves, be assured we will do it. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''This doesn't seem grand enough to be Maynard's Warship. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The faster I work, the less Chance I'm discovered. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's still time to look around a bit. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''What's this? |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Gold! This changes things. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard's Gold could be at the Church. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Shit! The others will be waiting for me... I'll see to them first. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Good, you all made it. Call for the Jackaw. There's one more thing I have to do. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Are you mad? It's time to go. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Oh, this is not good. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is too easy. |
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| | *'''Soldier British 03 Male:''' ''The Lieutenant knew you'd come at the Smell of Treasure! But you're too late. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This won't end in your Favor. |
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| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''The Gold's gone, Pirate! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''But you're here, aren't you? |
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| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''We were expecting you, you filthy Prigger. You've stolen your last Coin. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I seriously doubt that. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard's been a step ahead the whole way. Shit, my Officers! |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Oh, Shit! |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Oh, Shit! |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Get to Cover! |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Anne's going to have my Guts. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard played me like a Fiddle. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Jackdaw! Well done, Anne. You're not getting away this time, Maynard. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''We have to go! Maynard's got the others. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I know he has, I watched him take them! Where the hell were you, Edward? No! Don't tell me. Jesus Christ! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We'll get them, Anne. But we have to go, now! |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Your want of Riches will be the end of us! There's going to be a Reckoning for this Edward. I mean it! |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''Let fall the Courses and trim the Topsail lads! We've a Bastard to catch! |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''Christ, that's a Beast! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is what Maynard was building. Not just an Armada, this floating damned Fortress. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''How the Hell did he hide something that big? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bastard's been ahead of us the whole time. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Our Guns have almost no effect! |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''It's that bloody Armor. We can't breach it! |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''There's no use trying to get past that Armor. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Target the Mines! They'll hit below the Waterline! |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''After all the Pains we took finding those three, you let them get taken. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I know, Anne. But we'll get them. And we'll get Maynard, as well as his Gold. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''If I wasn't in the middle of a Fight with this Monster, I'd start one up with you! What would Thatch say? |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''We won't hook easily on that. We'll have to Ram, and you can jump over! |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Captain! |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Maynard's got the Key. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hold fast. I'll find the Cur. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Hurry, will you? The Hold's half filled with Water already... |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Behind you! |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''You fight just like a Pirate. |
| | *'''Robert Maynard:''' ''How dare you. |
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| | *'''Maynard:''' ''You're only here because I intended it. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You've led me a merry Chase, I don't deny it. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''It's simply because I'm your better in every way. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Yet here you are at the point of my Sword... as I intended. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I hear you've yet to make the Rank of Captain. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Once I've killed Edward Kenway they'll give me whatever I ask. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's Captain... Edward Kenway. |
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| | *'''Maynard:''' ''This is a Fight I've long anticipated. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A bold Gamble for one so lightly skilled. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Skilled enough for Blackbeard. Wasn't he your Friend? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It doesn't take Skill to strike a man from behind. That's Cowardice. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Isn't that your kind's specialty? |
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| | *'''Maynard:''' ''What will it be, Pirate? The Gold you cherish... ...or the Friends you don't? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''NO! |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''You'll keep, Shitbird. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That was a lot of Gold. |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''That Bastard got away. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Yet we survived. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Aye, We gave the King's Men some Problems. Thatch would be happy at that. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Thatch... he thought it all a choice between Gold or penniless Valor. For my Part, I agreed but... When it came down to it... |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Edward Kenway. There might be hope for you. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''To our Captain! |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''To our Captain! |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''To our Captain! |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''To our Captain! |
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| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''It's one thing to go all soft, Kenway. It's another to pin that new Philosophy on me. I won't have it. Though if you asked me now, I'd tell you it's Friends, not Gold, that make for better Parties. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We're both late coming to that understanding. I let that Shitbird Maynard get away. |
| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''We all have our Time. Could be it's your Time to stop chasing Fairy Stories, and Rum Dreams. Leave off thinking so much on Tomorrow that you forget about Today. Could be it's your last Day. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's nothing certain. |
| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''Ha! There you go again. In point of fact, Kenway, I don't recommend you thinking much at all. It's not your Forte... |
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| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''We've been working at this since first Light. |
| | *'''Soldier British 02 Male:''' ''And there's no End in sight, neither. |
| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''We're not Soldiers. We're little more than Slaves, Mate. |
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| After marooning [[Charles Vane]] and leaving his former captain with a small, shattered vessel, Rackham knocked about the West Indies for barely 2 months before returning to [[Nassau]] and accepting the King's pardon from [[Woodes Rogers|Governor Rogers]]. Was it boredom that brought him back? Or the affections of a lady he sought?
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| | *'''Soldier British 06 Male:''' ''Don't be a fool! What do you gain by resisting except your own Suffering. |
| | *'''Sailor British 03 Male:''' ''I'm no Man's Servant, much less his Slave! Curse you and your faithless Master. |
| | *'''Soldier British 06 Male:''' ''Oh, you're going to be sorry for them Words. |
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| At their wit's end, Anne and Jack decided to elope and return to the sea as pirates. Joining their crew was [[Mary Read]], still passing as a man. Together the three set off in search of a fresh ship of freedom. But they did not get far. Within 4 months of their flight from Nassau, they were captured by authorities and brought to trial. Jack was kept in a prison in Jamaica, perhaps in a cell near his old rival Charles Vane.
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| | *'''Soldier British 06 Male:''' ''Look around! |
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''Come on, cough it up. You wouldn't have no profits at all if not for Lieutenant Maynard. |
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''And no shirking, neither! The more you give the better the Lieutenant can protect all of our Interests. |
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| Born: 1691, England<br>Died: ????
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| Daughter of [[Emmett Scott|Emmett]] and [[Elizabeth Scott]], [[Caroline Scott-Kenway|Caroline]] was born in [[Bristol]], [[United Kingdom|England]], to a prosperous family of merchants and civil servants. Given a modest education by her father, she furthered her own studies in her own way, taking time to read as often as her familiar duties allowed. Splitting her time between this and helping her mother manage her father's affairs, she grew into a confident and level-headed woman with more skill and intelligence than her situation allowed her to exercise.
| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''It's shameful what the Crown's done to Lieutenant Maynard if you ask me. |
| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''Aye, he's worth twice any of the other Captains. |
| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''He should have been made Captain long ago. |
| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''He already does the work of a Captain with none of the Reward. |
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| Caroline first met [[Edward Kenway]] outside the [[Auld Shillelagh]], in the aftermath of a drunken altercation. She had arrived to fetch one of her servants and there found Edward escorting [[Rose|the woman]] from the clutches of one of Bristol's more notorious [[Tom Cobleigh|cads]]. Thankful for his kindness, Caroline agreed to a second meeting on more equitable terms, hardly thinking a romance possible.
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| And yet—against all odds—that is just what happened. Edward and Caroline grew quite close, and soon fell in love, quite much to the dismay of her father. Emmett Scott had already promised his daughter to the [[Matthew Hague|son]] of a wealthy [[East India Company]] [[Aubrey Hague|executive]], and made his displeasure apparent at every turn. But all his noise was to no avail. Caroline and Edward were married in 1712.
| | *'''Soldier British 03 Male:''' ''It don't sit right with me, what Maynard's doing. |
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''You mean his going behind the Captain's back, and taking all his Men? |
| | *'''Soldier British 03 Male:''' ''Aye. There's such a thing as Loyalty, you know? Where would we be if we all just did as we chose? |
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''We're just Foot Soldier's, Mate. It don't matter what you or I think at the end of the Day. |
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| For a time it seemed as though this odd pairing might produce a lasting union. But Edward's deep love for his wife was offset by his uncouth habits and reckless attention to responsibility. Not content to live a life of middle class drudgery, Edward [[Edward Kenway (memory)|dreamed large]], and fixed on the idea that he could sail to the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] and fight as a [[Privateer]] against the [[Spain|Spanish]]. Or, barring that, buy some land and sow a [[sugar]] [[plantation]]. Caroline tried to dissuade her husband, but to no effect.
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| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Last Bit. |
| Born: 1695, England<br>Died: ????
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We need to hurry. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's done. Why did you not cover your own Ears? |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''It's too late for my ears. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now to put the charges on Maynard's Ship. |
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| Even though not yet out of his teens, James Kidd was a cocky and confident lad with a brashness cultivated to counter his youth. He claimed to be the bastard son of the late [[William Kidd]], the infamous privateer-turned-[[Piracy|pirate]] who was captured and hanged by [[United Kingdom|British]] authorities in 1701. Although James had no proof of this connection, his mother always insisted on it, claiming that she spent a single "panicked night of passion" with Captain Kidd just before his departure from London in 1695.
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Your Ships have a tendency to sink. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''All according to Plan. Fire! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You mean to drown my Crew. I won't let it happen. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Everything I plan happens. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is my last chance for the Gold. |
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| Although he never sailed with the likes of [[Benjamin Hornigold|Ben Hornigold]], [[Edward Thatch|Ed Thatch]], or [[Edward Kenway]], James was among the first sailors to settle in [[Nassau]], and was a central figure in its development as a pirate republic.
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Not so easy when the Fight's fair. |
| Born: Unknown, [[England]]<br>Died: ????
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''You think you've won? |
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| Of all the infamous [[Caribbean|West Indies]] [[Piracy|pirates]], [[Mary Read]] stands out as one of the most mysterious and inscrutable. No one is sure when she was born, with most speculation ranging over almost a decade, between 1685 and 1695. According to [[Charles Johnson]]—a frequently unreliable source—her mother began dressing Mary in boy's clothes from a very early age, with the hope of passing her off as another man's son.
| | *'''Anne:''' ''What a Mess! Almost makes me miss being at the Old Avery cleaning up empty Mugs and Vomit. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I don't believe it. You couldn't go back now you've tasted all this. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Oh, aye? You think so do you? The smell of Black Powder, Sweat, and Filth. My Ears ringing. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're all Talk. I see the Fire in your Eyes at every Fight. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Well... you're right. I love it, and that's the Truth. |
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| | ===A Spanish Plague=== |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Captain Kenway! I believe I already made your acquaintance.'' |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I remember you. The Sailor from Salt Key.'' |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Merchant, and an honest Proprietor. Milo van der Graaff, owner of the Van der Graaff Company. Am I speaking to the one in charge around here?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. Edward Kenway, the new Caretaker of this Compound. State your Business?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''You have the look of a Man who doesn't back down from a Contest, and that winsome Vessel of yours appears fit and sturdy. You see, I have need of someone who can help unburden me of Troubles I've been having with the Spanish Navy.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And what have you done to draw their Ire?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Me? It's their jealous Eyes that have turned green with Envy at the sight of my Frigates, heavy with Merchandise as they are.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And you need someone to get between them and your Frigates. For a Price, I can be persuaded.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''We speak the same Language, Captain! On my word, your Purse will grow heavy, as long as the Job is well and truly done.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Then I will see to it, and hold you to your Word.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I reckon the seas could be lighter a Spaniard or two.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Van der Graaff's ships can sail safely now.'' |
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| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Good show, Captain! You've a talent for Action — and Justice if I may say it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Justice, aye. I've been hearing it for Years.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''If you ever have Time for more, simply find one of my Subordinates and they'll brief you on what needs doing.'' |
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| | ===Silk On The Waves=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''We can't have illicit Merchandise being passed around freely. Leave this to me.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''The Van der Graaff Company appreciates your efforts, Captain.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's all the Cloth I need.'' |
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| | *'''British civilian:''' ''Top job, Captain! The Van der Graaff Company owes much to your considerable Talents.'' |
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| | ===The Law Of The Ocean=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''So, we're after a Craft by the name of Hercules, and the Captain who commands her.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''It's Captain Kenway! Ah... Mister Van der Graaff is sure to appreciate your help on this, Sir!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hercules. Lofty name for a Tub in these Waters.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now, Lads! Let's give them a taste of iron.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hercules sinks like any other Mortal.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''I've read my share of Greek Myth, Captain. That was no Hercules.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I suppose the ship is with Hades now?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''No. It's with the Crabs and the Eels and the Dirt.'' |
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| |-|Opía Apito=
| | ===Hunter Gatherer=== |
| Born: 1695, Cuba<br>Died: Unknown
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''These Hunters are always messing with the trade of free folk.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''One of them Hunters in sight, Captain!'' |
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| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''I've sailed with many Spaniards. Let's hope I don't recognize these.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Traders can sail free again.'' |
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| Born in [[Cuba]], [[Assassin bureau]] leader [[Opía Apito]] was raised Taíno, among her mother's people, never knowing her father, a [[Spain|Spaniard]].
| | ===Smuggler's Den=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Spanish have forgotten their Manners. Leave it to me.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''I'm grateful, Captain Kenway.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's the Spanish Blockade.'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Blockades. Something in the way. Something to overcome. So it goes.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Right...'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Van der Graaff can collect his Goods, now.'' |
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| | ===A Personal Matter=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Another Wicked Englishman, huh?'' |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Are we in the Business of righting wrongs now?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''If it pays.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''There, the HMS Defiance.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Compliments of Milo van der Graaff.'' |
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| | ===Eye For An Eye=== |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Captain! My Thanks for your timely Help with those troublesome Spaniards. If you are inclined, I have Work befitting a Man of your Talents. This Work is of the high Risk, high Reward kind.'' |
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| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Come, walk with me so the eager Ears around us don't hear the fullness of my Proposal.'' |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''You know, those clothes could catch the Attention of Coin starved Pirates as much as your Proposal.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''You have a good Eye, Sir. These Garments come specially tailored from the Dutch Republic.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You said something about a high Reward...'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Like so many Others, I sailed from my Homeland to seek a new Destiny across the water. Then, tragedy struck. A cruel Storm beat my small Fleet like a disobedient Cabin Boy. It's a Miracle my Ships made it to Havana without paying a Toll to the Rocks near port.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Yes, you made it to Shore and now here we are.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Indeed! And rather than bemoan my ill Fortune, I grounded my Company here with a view to recoup my Losses through expeditious Trade. So was born the naïve but noble Van der Graaff Company of today.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And where do I fit in to all of this?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Ah, yes. Well, recently a Spanish Fleet sailing under the name San Lorenzo seized my best Frigate.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now we come to it.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Indeed. I recognize that you may be of some Help to me in this, Captain. I would, of course, Reward you handsomely.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm agreeable to those Terms. Let's send a Message to this San Lorenzo.'' |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''A Dutch Businessman. Is he trustworthy?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He buys my Services, not my Faith. As long there's Coin in it, I see nothing wrong.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The San Lorenzo. We've got you now.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's see how the San Lorenzo fares against the Jackdaw.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The mighty San Lorenzo, as with so many Spanish tales, was taller in the telling.'' |
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| | ===Blind Justice=== |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Captain, I hear the San Lorenzo has gone to a watery Grave. Splendid job! My noble Company could use your Talents for another Venture, just find me when you are ready.'' |
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| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Walk with me Captain, I am in pursuit of a hearty Drink.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What needs doing this Time? Are there more Spanish to sink?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Worse! This time the Blight is not the Spanish, but those poxy Brits. They have in their possession a Man'o'War, a Vessel of violent beauty. A Ship so ferociously fair, the mere sight of it could turn the hardest Heart to Jelly. However, the Vessel is piloted by a Rogue who presumptuously calls himself Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let me Guess, you want him gone?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''One need only to don the Mantle of Justice and strike down this Charlatan as Virtue demands. By One, I mean you, Captain. Knock this Man from the Helm, and send him into the merciless Sea. Only leave the Vessel unviolated for my Company to justly liberate.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Consider the Pretender gone.'' |
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| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''The World is beset with Falsehood.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a Dour observation for you, Padre.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Yet True.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's the Tub we're looking for, and it's got an Escort.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The false Captain is no more. Van der Graaff will be pleased.'' |
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| | ===Papers, Please=== |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Ah! Good Captain, I have been awaiting your return! Excellent Job putting an end to that British Pretender. You have all the Riches and Glory you need, of course. Still, I can always use your help when you're willing.'' |
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| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Good Captain, better Friend! Come! I was just headed to the Alehouse. Well, it's more of an Ale counter, isn't it?'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Who are we after this Time, Milo?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Not a Who, but a What! Aboard the HMS Courage are some Papers that implicate legitimate Businessmen like myself in... Shall we say, illicit, Activities. Obvious Slander and Lies! They only seek to sully the good Name of my Company.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We can't have that.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''No, no, no. We can't have that at all. Shall I leave it to you, Captain?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll take care of it.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''I knew you wouldn't leave me in the Lurch for too long! Purge the Lies that besmirch a Good Name!'' |
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| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''The only Lie we care about is the one that's true.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Best to keep that Insight to yourself around Milo.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''We can't have false papers damaging the Van der Graaff Name. We'll see how much bravado the HMS Courage carries.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Only room for so many Liars on these seas.'' |
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| | ===Driftwood=== |
| Born: 1688, Scotland<br>Died: Unknown
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Who am I to question the Legitimacy of honest Business. Consider Milo's Resources secured.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''The Van der Graaff Company thanks you.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That should get Van der Graaff the Wood he needs.'' |
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| | *'''British civilian:''' ''Top quality Work, Captain. I will send Mister Van der Graaff Word of your Service.'' |
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| | ===Weathering The Storm=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Just like the English to act like they own the damned World.'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Always blaming the English.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're speaking to a Welshman. It always is the English.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''Them British Ships ahead, Captain!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's rob these Thieves.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Van der Graaff should be pleased.'' |
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| By twenty-one, Dinsmore was trapped in a terrible marriage. She fled again and sought refuge in [[Boston]], where she remained for six months, before moving on to the warmer climes of [[Jamaica]]. There she found it exceedingly difficult to find work among farmers, and finally took to the sea, ultimately finding her calling within the [[Assassins|Assassin Brotherhood]].
| | ===The Realities Of War=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Pirates parading as Traders? We can't let them sully our Names with feigned decency.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''Indeed, Captain.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''There they are, Captain!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye, it begins!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Why the Malice?'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Such Pretense is Cowardice. Scuttle them without Mercy.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''If you are an honest Trader, you can't complain when you sink like one, eh lads?'' |
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| |-|Stede Bonnet=
| | ===Private Escort=== |
| Born: 1688, Barbados
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''You'll find no better Guardian for the Neptuno than the Jackdaw.'' |
| Died: 1718, Charles Town
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''Very good, Captain.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Neptuno. Let's hope for fair Winds and calm Waters together.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I see them. At the ready!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Christ, there is no End to them! Keep it up, Lads!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''They gather like a school of Bigeyed Scads!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I don't think the Spanish will try their Luck again.'' |
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| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Death knocked on my Door many times. I believed this Battle would be when I'd finally greet him.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lock that Door, Smith. We're not ready to welcome him yet.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''No, not yet.'' |
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| Born into plentitude and wealth on Barbados, Stede Bonnet seemed destined for a life of pleasure and ease. The son of a successful and influential plantation owner, his early life was marked by tragedy when his parents died suddenly, leaving seven year-old Stede orphaned and in a perpetual state of melancholy.
| | ===Contraband=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''We can't have Smugglers taking Coin off honourable and upright Businessmen.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''The Van der Graaff Company appreciates your efforts, Captain.'' |
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| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''It seems out of character for Spaniards to be deceptive just for personal Gain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is that a Jest, Padre?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''A merry Heart doeth good like a Medicine... so it says.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''There. Spanish Smugglers, proud as you please.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''One Smuggler down.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hah! The heavier the Hold, the faster she sinks.'' |
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| His inheritance of some 400 acres of land softened the blow caused by the loss of his parents, and by the time Stede was in his late teens, he had already restored the sugar plantation to a profitable state. He married young and set about starting a family as soon as possible, but owing to what some called a "disorder of the mind" he never found solace or comfort in these domestic trappings.
| | ===The Final Contract=== |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Ah! Good Captain! Many thanks for your help with those entirely falsified documents. Business at the Company has never been better! However, I do have some unfortunate News to share.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''You sound uncommonly grim, Milo.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Alas, this is to be our last Adventure together, Good Captain. The Van der Graaff Company will be no more. I've made my Fortune, and now it is for others to toil while I rest. But! It seems that both the British and the Spanish are reluctant to let me leave. So I ask, Good Captain. Will you be my escort as I attempt to make a quiet exit out of this cruel Sea? There's Coin in it, of course.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lead the way, and the Jackdaw will follow.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''You never disappoint me, Good Captain! Onward!'' |
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| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Everything must end. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Ever the Optimist. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Our merchant Friend has earned himself some serious Enemies.'' |
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| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Ah! The Boom of Battle! Let the Van der Graaff Legacy be forged finally in this Smoke and Fire!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Incoming!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Spanish! Protect the Hollander!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Christ! This Reward had better be worth it.'' |
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| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''What a Thrill! Was that the usual Routine? Well, Captain. You've never disappointed me and that still stands True.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I aim to finish when I start something. I suppose this is it, then? Our Partnership is no more?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Oh, I do hate farewells! What did your Island's Bard say? Parting is such sweet Sorrow! Yes, sad as it may be, it is the End of the Van der Graaff Company...'' |
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| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Here. Your final Fee for exemplary Service. My Work here is complete, and the Harvest plentiful. What's more, a Friendship won. Farewell, Good Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Farewell, Milo.'' |
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| To further complicate his unease, his firstborn son died in infancy, further amplifying his grief and stiming his restlessness. As a means of coping, he dreamed of going to sea and sailing about the world, meeting people, living life as a man free of the obligations thrust upon him.
| | ==Assassin Contracts== |
| | *[[Castaway]] -> Renegade |
| | *[[The Spanish Commander]] -> The Spanish Captain |
| | *[[The Slave Traders]] (Kingston) -> The Arms Deal (Port Royal) |
| | *[[The Dreaded Pirate]]: New Bone/Misteriosa -> Crooked Island |
| | *[[The Poachers]]: Crooked Island/Mariguana Island -> Andreas Island |
| | *[[The Treasure Hunter]]: Andreas Island/Abaco Island -> New Bone |
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| At some point around Stede's 29th birthday, his restlessness got the better of him. Owing to "some discomfort he found in a married state" which brought on a "disorder of the mind", Stede decided it was time to take his first bold step into the life he had always dreamed about. Using his considerable fortune, he either purchased a [[boat]] or had one built for him—a small [[schooner]] he christened "The [[Revenge]]".
| | ===A Slaver's Business=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There's no Trade more miserable than the traffick of Men. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''There he is. Looking to load up his sordid Cargo, I'll wager. |
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| | *'''The Slaver:''' ''Teeth still firm, good Gums, Shoulders like an Ox. The good Lord suited you well to your Work. As He suited me to mine. That's why I'm stood here, giving the commands. |
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| | *'''British civilian:''' ''So much Coin to spend, and yet so little Cargo! |
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| | *'''The Slaver:''' ''Late again. Is a bit of Punctuality too much to ask? |
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| | *'''The Slaver:''' ''Hold here. Might as well check our Wares while we wait. But be Gentle! We had to dock our Prices the last time, on account of damaged goods. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''One less Slaver. |
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| To maintain some semblance to the comforts he had come to enjoy as a man of means, he installed a full library in the [[Captain]]'s quarters, and packed his wardrobe with all manner of finery—[[silk]] pajamas, {{Wiki|smoking jacket}}s, and {{Wiki|frock}}s. Near the end of 1717, his [[ship]] was ready. He bid adieu to his wife and remaining children and weighed anchor, sailing north from Barbados, hoping to reach the [[United States|British colonies]] within a few months. He would never see his family again.
| | ===The Poachers=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''These Poachers are easy Prey.'' |
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| | *'''Poacher Leader:''' ''How many times do I have to say it? Flick, stroke, and under. Can't you Imbeciles do anything? My old Ma can Skin faster than you lot!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Smite the Shepherd and the Sheep will scatter.'' |
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| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Quickly! We need to be fast or he'll skin us instead! Stroke, under, flick... wait, or was it flick, under, stroke?'' |
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''I can't remember! I should have stayed a Farmhand!'' |
| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Ah, ah! Good God, I cut myself!'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The natural Order restored. |
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| Now sailing under the moniker "Captain Edwards", Bonnet sailed about the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] looking for his first prize. Spotting a large [[Spanish Navy|Spanish]] [[Man O' War|warship]], his crew foolishly encouraged an attack. After a brief engagement, almost half of Bonnet's crew was dead or injured. Miraculously, the Revenge was able to escape capture herself, and Bonnet ordered the crew to sail her to the only place he knew he could find refuge: [[Nassau]].
| | ===A Last Drink For The Road=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Templars have their Fingers in everything. |
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| It was here, in the [[Piracy|pirates]]' infamous [[Republic of Pirates|republic]], that Stede met and befriended Captain [[Edward Thatch|Thatch]], the infamous and capable captain who had recently taken to calling himself Blackbeard. Thatch managed to convince Bonnet to hand over the Revenge's reigns, leaving Stede happily confined to his cabin. The two sailed about as unlikely partners for some months, until Blackbeard took a far greater prize for himself: the [[Queen Anne's Revenge]].
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| After keeping Bonnet's Revenge in his own fleet for a short time, Blackbeard suddenly abandoned her along with most of its crew. Bonnet was again free to seek his own path. Perhaps believing he had been properly mentored under Blackbeard's tutelage, Bonnet stuck out for the {{Wiki|Danish overseas colonies|Danish}} {{Wiki|Danish West Indies|island}} of {{Wiki|Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands|St. Thomas}}, hoping to earn a [[privateer]]ing commission. But his crew had other ideas. Plunging headlong into piracy once more, Stede's crew lashed out recklessly at every prize they could find. At the urging of Ignatius Pell, a member of his crew, Bonnet embarked on his most ambitious prize yet--a fleet of eleven vessels just outside Charles-Towne, glutted with cargo and ripe for the taking.
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| This proved to be his undoing, for the fleet had been set up as bait for precisely Bonnet himself. Pirate Hunters hired by the governor of South Carolina set upon the Revenge just as Bonnet engaged, severely crippling his fleet and sending it limping into the shallows of the river. In an act of unlikely heroism, Bonnet swapped places with his crew under cover of darkness, placing them at the helm of the Revenge and sending them off to safeguard his spoils. He remained behind on the river and drew the fire of enemy sloops, allowing Pell and Rowland Sharp to break through the blockade, while he was eventually overcome and captured.
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| Once imprisoned within the Charles-Towne jail, Bonnet gained something of a popular following among the citizenry, delighted by this articulate and good-natured gentleman pirate. While he awaited trial, numerous people came forward as witnesses to attest to the good quality of his character. But this came to nothing, and after one botched escape attempt, Stede was finally walked to the [[Hanging|gallows]] in December, 1718. As the hangman slipped the noose around his neck, he broke down in tears, begging for mercy. The sight of his abject shame moved many to tears, but it was not enough to save him. The "Gentleman Pirate" was no more.
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 4:''' ''[SP][La tercera vez este mes.](Third time this month.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 5:''' ''[SP][Yo creo que debería pagar la multa. Lo dejarán en paz.](If you ask me, he should pay the fine. Keep the peace.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 4:''' ''[SP][He visto lo que hacen si no pagas.](I've seen what they do if you don't pay.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 5:''' ''[SP][Pero claro, si el viejo Tom sigue pagando, ¿qué les impide ir a por todos nosotros?](Then again, if old Tom keeps paying, what's to stop them coming after all of us?) |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Trouble's brewing. |
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| | *'''Captain Arispe:''' ''[SP][Solo pido una parte razonable. El sesenta por ciento bastará.](All I ask is a reasonable royalty. Sixty percent should suffice.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][¡Eso es demasiado! Debo mantener mi negocio para que mis hijos puedan comer.](It's too high! I must maintain my business if my children are to eat.) |
| | *'''Captain Arispe:''' ''[SP][SP][Si quieres mantener tu negocio y a tus hijos, pagarás. Ahora.](If you mean to keep your children and your business you'll pay. Now.) |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Muy bien, tendrás tu dinero. Acompáñame.](Alright, you'll get your Coin. Come with me.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Por fin entras en razón.] (Finally, you see Reason.) |
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| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][¿A dónde nos llevas?](Where are you taking us?) |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Tengo mis fondos escondidos. No están lejos.](My Funds are hidden away. We're not far.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Bien pensado. Es fácil errar al confiarse.](A smart Choice, Trust can be easily misplaced.) |
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| | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][¡Los tenemos! ¡Matad a esos bastardos!](We have them! Kill the Bastards!) |
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| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Dejad los cuerpos. Tenemos que regresar ya al muelle. Debemos estar allí cuando llegue el barco.](Leave the Bodies. It's Time we returned to the Dock. We need to be there when the Ship arrives.) |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Rum trade can flow freely again. |
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| |-|Upton Travers=
| | ===Tomb Raiders=== |
| Born: 1688, England<br>Died: Unknown
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Even the Dead can't find Peace.'' |
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| | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][Finge estar atareado, el capitán está haciendo la ronda.](Look busy, the Captain's making his Rounds.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Estoy harto de dar paladas. ¿Qué pasa con lo de servir al rey?](I'm tired of shoveling Dirt. What happened to serving the King?) |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Got him. |
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| | *'''Grave Robber:''' ''[SP][Avisadme si veis algo. Lo que sea.](Send word if you see anything. Anything at all.) |
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| | *'''Grave Robber:''' ''[SP][¡Informad! ¿Hay algo?](Report! Anyone?) |
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| | *'''Grave Robber:''' ''[SP][¿Quién tiene el mapa? Quiero verlo personalmente.](Who has the Map? I must see it for myself.) |
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| | *'''Grave Robber:''' ''[SP][¡Registrad cada centímetro de este lugar! No dejéis piedra sin alzar ni arbusto sin remover. El tesoro podría estar en cualquier parte.](Search every centimeter of this place! Leave no stone unturned, and no bush unmolested. The treasure could be anywhere.) |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Dead can Rest. |
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| [[Upton Travers]] was born in [[United Kingdom|England]], in 1688, two years ahead of his brother, [[Vance Travers]]. Together, they traveled to the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] in search of their fortune. There they established a [[smuggling]] business, which they used to fund their growing involvement with the [[Assassins|Assassin brotherhood]]. | | ===The Unworthy Brother=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''These Pirates are going too far. |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Captain's hounding the Villagers. |
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| | *'''Pirate Captain:''' ''Where is my Brother's Treasure? |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''The Villagers are holding fast. They claim to know Nothing. |
| | *'''Pirate Captain:''' ''You're getting soft. I'll beat the Truth out of them. |
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| | *'''Pirate Captain:''' ''Enough. Tell me where my Brother's kept the Treasure, or I'll burn your little Village to the Ground. |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][¡Por favor, señor! ¡No sabemos nada!](Please, sir! We don't know anything.) |
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| | *'''Citizen Spanish 01 Female:''' ''[SP][¡Este pirata loco nos matará a todos!](This crazy Pirate will kill us all!) |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I hope the Villagers do have his Treasure.'' |
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| Although Vance was the more charismatic of the two Assassin brothers, Upton made up for it with his measured, sensible responses to life's challenges.
| | ===The Outlaw's Cave=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What draws Templars to a Place like this?'' |
| | [Assume depending on which is onboard, use tabber] |
| | *'''Adewale:''' ''Our Mark's in a cave around here.'' |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Captain, the Cave is close.'' |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There he is.'' |
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| | *'''Templar Aristocrat:''' ''Two Weeks on this forsaken Isle, and we still haven't found it. I want hot Food and a proper Bed! The boss will have our heads. I'll be in for a Flogging.'' |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I saved you a Flogging.'' |
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| However, every man has a breaking point, and Upton found his after Vance took up with the [[China|Chinese]] "Pirate Queen," [[Jing Lang]], a [[Templars|Templar]], and sought to steal the treasure on which they had staked their retirement before finally attempting fratricide.
| | ===The Dreaded Pirate=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Not a Man I'd share a Berth with. |
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| | *'''Dreaded Pirate:''' ''Enough, tell me where they are. For each Minute you waste, I will take a Finger. |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He's made the Ship his own already. |
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| | *'''Dreaded Pirate:''' ''How goes the search? |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''No Sign of the Maps yet, Captain. |
| | *'''Dreaded Pirate:''' ''Must I do everything myself? |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I'd wager I've done the World a Favor. |
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| Depressed, Upton turned to [[alcohol]], which may have been a factor in his retaliation. He ultimately had both Jing Lang and his brother dispatched with the help of Edward Kenway.
| | ===The Deserter=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Deserter? He's cut from the same Cloth as Du Casse. |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I've got you. |
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| | *'''The Deserter:''' ''[SP][Nunca me encontrarán. No, nunca. Soy invisible, salvo a ojos de Dios.](They'll never find me. They never will, for I'm Invisible to all but God's eyes.) |
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| | *'''The Deserter:''' ''[SP][Son una banda de monos que solo sabe rascarse el culo. ¡Que el diablo se los lleve! ¡Nunca me rendiré!](Devil take them they're a band of monkeys scratching their arses. I'll never submit!) |
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| | *'''The Deserter:''' ''[SP][Me quedaré aquí, justo aquí. ¡Por mucho que busquen no me encontrarán, ja, ja!](I'll stay here, and nowhere else. And they'll look but they won't find me. Ha! No!) |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Let that which haunted you be quieted now. |
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| | ===The Twin Dilemma=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''More Templars and their crooked Deals. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I've found the Brothers. |
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| Born: 1682, [[Wales]] <br> Died: ????
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| Originally hailing from Wales, little is known about [[Bartholomew Roberts|John Roberts]], the real name of the man who would come to be known as "Black Bart" long after his death.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There'll be no Deals today. |
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| Most assume he went to sea at a very young age -- at 13 or so -- but there is no record of him in any historical documents until his noted appearance in 1718 aboard a merchant's ship, [[Barbados|Barbadian]] in origin. Just a year later Roberts was pressed into [[piracy]] by the notorious [[Howell Davis]] while working aboard [[Princess|a slave ship]] under Captain Abraham Plumb. Though Roberts had likely not gone to sea with the intent of becoming a pirate, when the opportunity thrust itself upon him, Roberts was reported to have said 'A merry life, and a short one shall be my motto.'
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| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''It's taking too long. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A wise Choice, Captain. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 4:''' ''Bastard! |
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| | *'''Merchant Spanish 01 Male:''' ''The Logbooks are in order. |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Brute:''' ''Quiet. Or you end up like him. |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Brute:''' ''We're almost through. |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''I'll keep watch. |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''Brother, no! |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''Spare me, Please! Please, I have wealth! Influence! |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''The Templars mean nothing to me! It was a job, nothing more! |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''I don't want to die! |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''Help! Help! |
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| | ===The Smuggler's Squat=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This Smuggler must be stopped. |
| | [One or the other] |
| | *'''Adewale:''' ''Captain, we're near the Target. |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''We're close now, Captain. |
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| | *'''Smuggler Chief:''' ''Those Sheep bleat about all the Supplies they need to survive. Bleat on and on... And on.... |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That must be the Smuggler Chief.'' |
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| | *'''Smuggler Chief:''' ''You know what they say. I'm like Robin Hood! I take the Poor and hand the Rich! Am I saying it right? |
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| | *'''Smuggler Chief:''' ''They paid through the Nose for these. We'll be rich Men soon. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hold your Tongue. |
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| One of the most intelligent and strategic pirates of the [[Golden Age of Piracy|Golden Age]], Roberts was a sturdy man, known to dress in fine clothes. Handsome, and carrying himself with a dignified but unpretentious air, he had dark hair to match his dark complexion, likely set from the almost two decades he had spent at sea. He often carried numerous pistols, each tied to one end of long silk sashes, which he kept slung over his shoulder.
| | ===No More Taxes=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This Tax Collector's taken his last Bag.'' |
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| | *'''Citizen Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][Ese recaudador de impuestos es peor que un pirata; les quita el pan a los hombres honrados.](That Tax Collector is no better than a Pirate, taking the Earnings of honest Men.) |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Yo solo sé que, además, es un ladrón. Se va a enterar cuando lo descubran sus superiores.](All know he's a Thief to Boot. He'll pay the Day his Masters discover it.) |
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| | *'''Corrupt Officer:''' ''[SP][¡Baila conmigo! ¡Celebrémoslo!](Dance with me! Celebrate!) [¡Arriba! ¡Arriba! ¡Levántate!](Up! Up! Stand up!) ¡Por el oro y la riqueza, aunque hoy ando bien servido!](Here's to Riches and Wealth, all mine in Abundance today!) ¡Brindo por los impuestos! ¡Brindo por los recaudadores!](Long live Tax day! Long live Tax Collectors!) ¡Por el pueblo de La Habana, que trabaja tanto para que yo pueda vivir así de bien!](Here's to the people of Havana, who work hard so that I may live well!) |
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| | *'''Citizen Spanish 03 Male:''' ''[SP][He estado pensando... Si el recaudador es fullero, podríamos decirle que acudiremos a sus superiores si no nos paga para estar callados.](I have been thinking... if the Tax Collector is dirty, we could say we'll go to his Masters if he doesn't pay us to stay Quiet about it.) |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Nunca sale nada bueno de tu mollera. Acudir a sus superiores... ¿Quieres que nos maten?](No Good ever comes from your thinking. Go to his Masters... are you trying to get us killed?) |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's him, loaded to the Gunwale, I'd wager.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Fleecing the Rich is my Game, Mate, not yours.'' |
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| Roberts' tactical ideas were usually radical, but thoughtfully considered. He never jumped into any scheme rashly, though his ideas seemed almost suicidal to those unacquainted with his methods. Ultimately responsible for the theft of around 400 ships in his three-year career, he bested every other pirate of the era by a factor of ten times or more, although it must be said that at least half of these boats were small periaguas and the like.
| | ===A Botched Escape=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Pirating is one thing, murdering Innocents is another.'' |
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| | *'''Spanish Soldier:''' ''[SP][¿Dónde están tus amigos? ¡Entrégame al asesino!](Where is your Cohort? Hand over the Murderer now!) [¡No te lo volveré a preguntar! Responde o perderás la lengua.](I won't ask so nicely again! Speak or lose your Tongue entirely) [¡Tráeme al asesino! ¿Quieres que te lleve a la prisión del gobernador? ¿Eso es lo que quieres?](Bring me the Killer! Or shall I take you to the Governor's prisons? Is that what you want?) |
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| | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''What are you doing? Get out of the Bushes! |
| | *'''Craven Murderer:''' ''Shh! You'll give me away! I ain't leavin' 'til them Soldiers are gone. |
| | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''You're tough when you've got the Advantage, but you're a Coward at Heart! |
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| |-|Benjamin Hornigold=
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Eye for an eye. He's better dead. |
| Born: Mid-1680s, England<br>Died: Summer, 1719
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| [[Benjamin Hornigold]] was likely born in {{Wiki|Norfolk}}, [[England]]. The first recorded instances of him are of his early exploits as a [[Piracy|pirate]] in the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] around 1713-1714.
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's one now. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He took the Coward's way. |
| | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''I might risk sneaking past, or I could take the Fight to them. |
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| Hornigold was one of the earliest pirates to emerge after the end of the [[War of the Spanish Succession]], and one of the many hundreds of privateers who were left without gainful employment in the ensuing peace. Like many other British mariners, he spent much of his time in [[the Bahamas]], eventually settling in [[Nassau]]. It was from there he launched his career as a full-fledged pirate, though he likely thought of himself as a privateer--in his earliest years, at least.
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][No, no, no. No vas a ningún lado.](Oh no, no. You're not going anywhere.) |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Por favor, señor. Se lo ruego. No quiero problemas. Me iré derecho a casa.](Please, Sir. I beg you. I don't want trouble. I will go straight Home.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Me tomas por tonto?](Do you think me stupid?) |
| | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''What's happening? Are the Spaniards still playing at being our Prison Guards? |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Aye, they've got the Slums locked up tight as a Bottle. There's no one getting in or out until they find their Quarry. |
| | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''Look at you. A quivering Puppy at the sight of one Guard. |
| | *'''Craven Murderer:''' ''It's not you they're looking for, is it? There's no Way out, now. What am I going to do? |
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| | ==Missing== |
| | ===The Spanish Captain=== |
| | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][No te muevas al apuntar.](Steady your Aim.) |
| | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][Despierta, Rafael. ¡No puedes disparar con los ojos cerrados!](Wake up, Rafael. You can't shoot with both Eyes closed!) |
| | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][Prueba otra vez.](Try another.) |
| | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][Respira y aguanta el aire.](Take a Breath and hold it.) |
| | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][También tendrás que mejorar la velocidad de recarga.](You'll have to work on your reload Speed as well) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Templars have no Trouble finding willing Ears. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That'll put a Dent in the Templar's Ranks. |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Por qué entrenamos tanto? Esto podría hacerlo hasta dormido.](Why are we training so hard? I could do this in my sleep.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Nos dan ocupaciones para sentir que están haciendo su trabajo.](They give us work so they can feel they are doing their jobs.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][Sí, gracias. Si no estuvieras aquí para contarme todas estas cosas, nunca sabría cómo disparar mi propio fusil.](Yes, thank you. If you had not been here to tell me these things, I would never know how to shoot my own rifle.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][Cada barco trae más soldados. Pronto no habrá sitio para nosotros en La Habana.](Every ship brings more soldiers. There will soon be no more room for us in Havana.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][El gobernador convertirá otro edificio en cuartel. Si tenemos suerte, el siguiente será la taberna.](The Governor will just take another building, and turn it into barracks. If we are lucky, next he will take the tavern.) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's him, lording it over his men. |
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| A skilful sailor and strategist, Hornigold lacked some of the ruthlessness required to be a truly successful pirate, and until 1716, refused to attack English ships out of a sense of loyalty to his home country. | | ===A Shipment of Powder=== |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Los templarios estarán contentos con esto. Buen trabajo.](The Templars will be happy with this Take. Good work here.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][Siempre es un placer trabajar con el gobernador. Entre usted y yo, prefiero a un templario en el trono que al rey actual.](Always a Pleasure working with the Governor. Between you and me, I'd rather have a Templar on the Throne than the present King.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Yo no diría eso en público, caballero. Nunca se sabe quién puede estar escuchando.](I'd not say that so loudly in Public, Sir. Never know who's listening.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][Lo siento, señor.](Apologies, Sir.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][De todas formas, seguro que les gusta escucharlo.](Still, they'll be pleased to hear it.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][¿Algún problema con los Asesinos últimamente? ¿Algún asunto turbio?](Any trouble from the Assassins lately? Any funny Business?) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][Sí. Sabotearon un envío de pólvora. Las pérdidas fueron terribles.](Yes. They meddled with a previous Shipment of Powder. A frightful Loss of Gold, that one.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Mmm. Pediré a los templarios que te compensen.](Hmm. I'll ask the Templars about seeing you compensated.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][Gracias, señor. Eso sería de gran ayuda.](Thank you, Sir. That would be a great Help.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Lleva estos barriles al almacén del gobernador. ¡Hazlo tan rápido como puedas! ¡Vamos, vamos!](Take these Kegs to the Governor's Storehouse. Quick as you please! Hup hup!) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Rápido. Antes de que se ponga el sol, ¿entendido?](Hurry up now. Before the Sun sets, all right?) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Trading Gunpowder with the Templars. That won't do. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's less Powder for the Templar Guns. |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Por qué tengo que cargar tanto peso con este calor? ¿Es que ahora soy un burro?](Why must I haul heavy Burdens around in this Heat. Am I a Donkey, now?) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's him. |
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| Hornigold continued pirating throughout 1717 and 1718, always with a mind on improving the situation in Nassau. But when rumors began circulating that King [[George I of Great Britain|George I of Britain]] had issued a full pardon to any pirates willing to cease all illegal activity and retire, Hornigold took stock of his stagnant situation and considered it seriously. This angered his closest associated -- [[Charles Vane]] most notably -- who considered the pardon to be a cowardly surrender.
| | ===Beach Bonfire=== |
| | *'''Privateer Fence:''' ''[SP][Debería ir a Ciudad de México. Aquí no se puede estar tranquilo. Hay demasiados Asesinos.](I should make for Mexico City. There's no Respite to be had here. Too many Assassins about.) |
| | *'''Privateer Fence:''' ''[SP][Ah, el último fue un gran trabajo. Esos cachorros franceses perdieron todo lo que tenían y luego tuvieron que volver a Francia a nado.](Ah, wasn't that a fine Job, that last One. Bled those French Whelps of everything they owned, then sent them swimming home.) |
| | *'''Privateer Fence:''' ''[SP][Por Dios, soy demasiado bueno para esto. Malgastan mi talento. Debería ser el gobernador. Si el rey Felipe supiera de mi existencia... Solo con que se enterara...](I'm too good for this job, by God. Too talented. I should be Governor of this place. If only King Philip could hear my Name... just once and he'd know.) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''[SP][¡Golpéalo!](Pummel him!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''[SP][¡En las tripas!](Right in the Guts!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 3:''' ''[SP][¡Rómpele la mandíbula, Esteban!](Break his Jaw, Esteban!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 3:''' ''[Drunk laughing] |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''[SP][¡Un buen golpe!](A solid hit!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''[SP][¡Más fuerte!](Harder!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 5:''' ''[SP][¡El te atrapo!](He's got you!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 5:''' ''[SP][Tenga Cuidado](Be Careful!) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''No Privateer worth his Salt would serve the Templars. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Not a worthy Champion. |
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| Then came the day of reckoning. In 1718, Captain [[Woodes Rogers]] arrived in Nassau with a fleet of seven tail-ships and declared himself the king's appointee as governor. With a mandate to rid the Bahamas of all pirates, Rogers was not a man to be trifled with. Hornigold, who had grown quite sick of defending a republic few were willing to back, surrendered to the governor and took the pardon.
| | ===Unlicensed Dealer=== |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][¡Hoy esperamos a holandeses, así que seguro que llegan tarde!](It's Dutchmen we're expecting today, so don't imagine they'll be on time!) |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][Ah, si Torres estuviera aquí para hacerse cargo de esto...](Ah, if only Torres could have been here to conduct this himself.) |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][¡Moved los pies más rápido que los labios, asnos holgazanes!](Move your Feet faster than your Lips, you lazy Donkeys!) |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][Vuelve a contar las cajas. Asegúrate de que no falte ninguna.](Count the Crates again. Make certain all are accounted for.) |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][Ordena esto, ¿quieres?](Make the place Tidy, will you?) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I'll cripple the Templars, and line my own Pockets. |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Esta es nuestra importante labor? ¿Quedarnos quietos aguantando cagadas de pájaro?](This is our important Task? We wait around while the Birds shit on us.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Ah, no es para tanto. Prefiero la mierda de pájaro a los disparos de cañón.](Ah, it's not so bad. I like Bird Shit better than Cannon Fire.) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There he is. |
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| In the year following, Benjamin Hornigold grew to admire Captain Rogers and worked as a privateer for the Governor as often as he could, ultimately raising his reputation far above what it had been as a mere pirate. But when his activities brought him back into the sphere of his old friend, the pirate Edward Kenway, his seemingly good fortunes came to an end.
| | ===The Slave Master=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Ile a Vache is a small spit of Sand. Tracking this Slaver down should be easy. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There's just a patch of Dirt between us now, Slaver. |
| | *'''Slave Master:''' ''Where else have you to run, Slave? I have set out after you, from one end of the Ocean to the other, and here cornered you. |
| | *'''Slave Master:''' ''I do not permit my Possessions to quit my Employ so easily. If I could cut off your feet without hindering your ability to work, I would do so. |
| | *'''Slave Master:''' ''Therefore, I will remove your ears and nose so that all may understand the true measure of my seriousness. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Slave is free now to chance the open Sea, or wherever else he may find Mercy. |
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| Benjamin Hornigold died under mysterious circumstances in the summer of 1719, somewhere in the western seas of the West Indies.
| | ===The Expedition=== |
| | *'''Privateer Leader:''' ''I've a Letter of Marque here, only one of a different Sort, Lads. No Country or King bids us fight today... it's a secret Order of well-to-do Aristocrats who'd pay better than any Monarch or Governor. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''Who do you mean, Captain? |
| | *'''Privateer Leader:''' ''I'd wager he were a Templar, but I can't rightly say, for I only met with him once. Be that as it may, his Orders are clear and strict, and his Pay is frightful good. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''What's he asking? |
| | *'''Privateer Leader:''' ''He wants that we should sail to a small Village near Yucatan, where we'll find all Manner of Heathens hopping around in Hoods and Robes. Says he'll give us a Fortune to do any kind of Damage we can. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''That suits me! The Natives of these Islands never put up no Fight we can't manage. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Privateer Captain means to attack the Assassins at Tulum? We can't have that. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Found them. |
| | *'''Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''Hurry it up! This here hole must be wide and deep enough to hide the Chest before we set sail. |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''It's not easy work. What's inside the Chest, anyway? |
| | *'''Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''All the Takings I've collected. One last job for the Captain and I'm done. This is what I'll use to start over. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's twice now I've saved your Assassins, Ah Tabai. |
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| |-|El Tiburón=
| | ===The Weapons Smugglers=== |
| Born: Unknown<br>Died: Unknown
| | *'''Weapons Smuggler:''' ''Take care with this Delivery. It's worth more than you'd see it ten lifetimes. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''With Du Casse gone, someone else is hauling Guns for the Templars. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A bit rowdy for a Smuggler. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Templars will find no Purchase here. |
| | *'''Weapons Smuggler:''' ''We're exposed here. Make haste, will you? |
| | *'''Weapons Smuggler:''' ''Focus on the Task at hand! |
| | *'''Weapons Smuggler:''' ''An extra Rum Ration for the last man to raise my Ire. |
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| Almost nothing is known about [[El Tiburón]] "The Shark" outside of his service as the loyal, mute bodyguard of [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]], the Grandmaster of the Caribbean Templars and the Governor of Cuba. The Shark's penchant for medieval armor and brutal violence cut a swathe of fear through Havana, leaving citizens and soldiers alike quivering in his blood soaked wake.
| | ===The British Captain=== |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''You are a Charlatan and a Scoundrel, and all of Kingston shall know it 'ere this day is out! |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''That's right, he's a bloody Empirick! A cheat selling dud Medicines at preposterous Prices. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''No, Sir! I offer only proven remedial Herbs! Picked from the Jungles. |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''Aye, and without the express Permission of the Governor! |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''Look on his face, all. Heed the visage of a man who climbs above his Station! |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''Let this be a lesson to all! There shall be no free Enterprise here without the expressed permission of the Governor! |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Another rotten Red Coat. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There he is, and such a Crowd. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The King must be desperate to call upon such Half-Wits. |
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| | ===The Plantation Master=== |
| Born: 1682, England<br>Died: 1717, West Indies
| | *'''Plantation Master:''' ''Caught Filching the very produce you've been charged to gather! Damn you, Brutes. |
| | *'''Acga Slave Male 1:''' ''No Disrespect, Sir! |
| | *'''Plantation Master:''' ''By God, I'll sweeten you, Boy. I'll sweeten you good and proper! |
| | *'''Acga Slave Male 1:''' ''Please, Sir. I meant nothing by it. |
| | *'''Plantation Master:''' ''Cast your eyes off me, Cur. I'll not be stared at by the likes of you. |
| | *'''Acga Slave Male 3:''' ''God, keep you, Sir. |
| | *'''Plantation Master:''' ''What shall we do with you Lot, eh? What indeed? |
| | *'''Acga Slave Male 3:''' ''Begging your pardon. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''If he's so proud of the Land he owns, I'll bury him in it. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He's distracted. [beat]Good. |
| | *'''Slave African 02 Male:''' ''Half a bag of Millet... it's not much, but it should help Abena last another day. |
| | *'''Slave African 02 Male:''' ''If she lives, I'll do it again, no matter the risk. |
| | *'''Slave African 01 Male:''' ''If I run, they'll set their Hounds on me. If I stay, they'll kill me for my next mistake. |
| | *'''Slave African 01 Male:''' ''What do I do? I don't know what to do. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''One less Villain. |
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| [[Hilary Flint]] was born to an aristocratic family, the youngest of three boys. The black [[sheep]] of the family, he sought solitude in his studies. Immersing himself in math and sciences, Flint discovered an abiding interest in [[Bomb|explosives]], earning him the label of "problem child".
| | ===The Guard Post=== |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''It is. He's a man of many talents and incredible charisma. I only wish he was enlisted so that I could serve under him. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''I've heard it said our Commander calls Captain Woodes Rogers a friend as well. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 6:''' ''The man who rescued Selkirk? That Captain Rogers? |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''Aye. A Sailor to his bones. And he's a hard man, he is. Earned a large scar down his left cheek, after taking a pellet to the face. Lodged in his palate for a couple of days. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 3:''' ''By Christ! And the man lived? |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''Broke no stride, in fact, and continued barking orders until the next morning when he took a Splinter to the heel. That took him off his feet for a day. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 3:''' ''And this is a living, breathing man we're talking about? |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 3:''' ''Isn't that the Truth. Pass the bottle, will you? |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This one moves in well-connected Circles. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Guards are distracted. Slipping past will be easy Work. |
| | *'''Templar Captain:''' ''I was supposed to be out of this Shithole months ago. Where are your promises now, Rogers? |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Friends in high places won't save you. |
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| To correct his course, his parents enrolled him in military school, where he quicklyexceeded their expetations, working his way into the hearts of both teachers and students, as well as a few secret societies.
| | ===The Pirate Captain=== |
| | *'''Captain Mancomb Seepgood:''' ''Don't nobody mess with Mancomb Seepgood, for I'm the fiercest Rogue to sail these West Indies. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''Captain Seepgood's coming! The women'll say, with a trill sounding somewhere's between Fear and Lust. Oh yes. |
| | *'''Captain Mancomb Seepgood:''' ''I'll never surrender, and never back down. And these Shankers who think they run the Island, do so only because I haven't yet objected. |
| | *'''Captain Mancomb Seepgood:''' ''I'll rise up when I'm good and ready, take the island for myself. Then all the world will know my name. Captain Mancomb Seepgood, terror of the high seas. |
| | *'''Captain Mancomb Seepgood:''' ''Who'd dare challenge me? I can't imagine such a man. I don't believe such a One exists. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''First I've heard of a Captain Mancomb. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Dressed like a Dandy and strutting like a Peacock. That's him. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Let the Seepgood Name be forgotten. |
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| After graduation, his connections and easy manner earned him access to [[Templars|Templar]] ranks where his obsession with [[firearm]]s made him an important asset.
| | ===The Outlaws=== |
| | *'''Outlaw Leader:''' ''Nothing but Lobcocks running this Shantytown nowadays. It's time for us to make our Move. Take back what we fairly built up. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''Aye. No more knocking about the empty Barrel. Nassau should be ours, plain as the Nose on my Face. |
| | *'''Outlaw Leader:''' ''Nothing plain about your Nose, Mate. It's a great, swollen thing. Like the Fin of a Grampus. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''Oy! Don't be a Bleeding Pest, you hear? We've got a task ahead of us. |
| | *'''Outlaw Leader:''' ''Aye. And some Murders to get done.[laughs] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I've had enough of these Buzzards circling Nassau. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Found them. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Nassau makes its own Justice. |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''When are we taking Nassau? I've a List of Rats I'd like to stamp out. |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''You'll get your Chance. Now quit moaning, it's doing my Head in. |
| | *'''Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''I told him it wouldn't work. When the Soldiers saw through our Ruse, what did he do? Cut me and left me to die. |
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| Records reveal an ongoing relationship with [[Assassins|Assassin]] [[Rhona Dinsmore]], the full nature of which is uncertain. She vanishes from record after Flint's death at the age of 35.
| | ===Renegade=== |
| | *'''Fugitive:''' ''Do not believe for a moment that I will drop my Guard! I know you are out there somewhere! |
| | *'''Fugitive:''' ''I know the Assassins have sent a man to end my Life! Yes, a Templar knows always that his Work incurs this Risk! |
| | *'''Fugitive:''' ''But I would not choose another Life after this one! For I have tasted the Fruits of the best the Templars have to offer! |
| | *'''Fugitive:''' ''So come, whoever you may be! Wherever you are! Come strike me down! And collect the pittance promised you. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I'll deal with this Butcher. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There he is. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He won't be missed. |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''Is he bein' paranoid again? |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Yep. |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''Has he been muttering about someone coming to get him? |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Yep. |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''Only a matter o' Time before someone does. |
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| | ===The Treasure Hunter=== |
| Born: 1686, [[China]]<br> Died: 1717, Nassau
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¡Ración doble para el hombre que me traiga monedas! ¡Y triple para el que encuentre jade tallado!](Double Rations for the man who brings me Coin! Triple for any who finds carved Jade!) |
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¡Sin tesoro no hay descanso!](No Treasure, no Rest!) |
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¡Más vale que este tesoro parta en el próximo barco a Sevilla o volveréis a La Habana a nado!](This Treasure had better be on the next boat to Seville, or you'll swim back to Havana!) |
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¿A qué esperáis? ¿Al día del juicio final?](What are you waiting on? Judgment Day?) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Better to keep this Artifact out of Templar Hands. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This Island's crawling with Guards. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I'd wager he's in charge, the way he's strutting. |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 03 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Qué tiene de especial esta isla? Yo la veo igual que todas.](What's so special about this Island? Looks the same as any.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Hay algo que el capitán no nos dice.](There's something the Captain isn't telling us.) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Templars won't be filling their Coffers today. |
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¿Has dicho algo?](Did you say something?) |
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| Born to Chinese rebels, [[Jing Lang]] came into the world fighting, but survived to become a skilled diplomat with a flair for languages and a taste for discovery.
| | ===The Judge=== |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Luisa, act a Lady and open this bloody Door now! You've taken this all wrong! Do you hear me? |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Help! |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Somebody help me! |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Stop that man! |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Oh God! |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Judge. I'm going up in the World. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The man fares no better in Private than he does in Public. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's justice. |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''You're overreacting to... to a filthy Canard! Lies and Slander meant to discredit me! The simple fact is, that Woman is my secretary. Nothing more! |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Luisa, do as I say or I will have the Soldiers dismantle this Door! |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Ah! Who's this! A killer? |
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| Ambitious, Lang married the son of a General in the [[Qing dynasty]], joining the [[Templars|Templar order]], but severing ties with her family in the process. She served as a diplomatic advisor, until a shift in political tides provoked her escape into [[piracy]].
| | ===The Arms Deal=== |
| | *'''The Buyer:''' ''Habitual delays. Shoddy craftsmanship. Penurious sums. I don't know why I bother bartering with you Lot. |
| | *'''Arms Dealer:''' '''Cause we're the only outfit stupid enough to treat with you Templars. |
| | *'''The Buyer:''' ''Time is of the essence! What's is taking so long? |
| | *'''The Buyer:''' ''Something's wrong here. I can feel it. We're not safe. |
| | *'''Arms Dealer:''' ''Pipe down, you. We'll be done soon. |
| | *'''The Buyer:''' ''Every minute we Tarry is a waste of time and breath. Do hurry, won't you! |
| | *'''Arms Dealer:''' ''Quiet. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Templar and an Arms Dealer. Easy Work. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Considerate of them to stand so close together. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's two Villains bested. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's one of them, there. |
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| Over the next decade, she crossed every sea, developing a reputation for brutality that preceded her into most conflicts.
| | ===The Informant=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''You can't tell Assassin Secret's and go unnoticed. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's him, waiting for Passage off this Rock, no doubt. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Shhh. Hush Now. |
| | *'''The Informant:''' ''[SP][Hijo de puta, ¿dónde está la goleta? Tenía que haber llegado hace dos días.](Son of a bitch, where's this schooner? It was meant to arrive two days ago.) |
| | *'''The Informant:''' ''[SP][¿Por qué me habré metido en este follón? Nunca me ha gustado la aventura. Yo solo quería una casita en la costa de Alicante.](Why did I even get involved in this mess? I never liked adventure. All I wanted was a little house by the beach in Alicante.) |
| | *'''The Informant:''' ''[SP][Cuando salga de aquí, abandonaré este trabajo para siempre.](When I get out of here, I'll leave this life behind for good.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][No para de hablar de esos misteriosos asesinos encapuchados. No hay forma de descansar con él aquí.](On and on he goes about his mysterious hooded killers. There's no Peace with him here.) |
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| In the [[Caribbean|West Indies]], she fell under the spell of a rumored cache of treasure, and feigned a romantic relationship with one-time [[Assassins|Assassin]] [[Vance Travers]] to gain access to it.
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| | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He ran the Gauntlet for the Templars and led the Assassins on a merry Chase... 'til now. |
| She might have been successful had it not been for Travers' brother, [[Upton Travers|Upton]], an Assassin who schemed to have her killed, betraying his brother in the process. She died at the age of thirty.
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There. And that's his Contraband. |
| | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Now that's support that won't be getting to the Templars. |
| |-|John Cockram=
| | *'''Wily Smuggler:''' ''They need to hurry. We've been too long at Anchor. |
| Born: 1689, England<br>Died: 1719, Príncipe
| | *'''Wily Smuggler:''' ''Where to next? I could deliver the Cargo, but we've space in the Hold to spare. Maybe ply the Windward Islands instead, throw off any Hunters on our tail... |
| | | *'''Wily Smuggler:''' ''A hard choice. |
| Cockram's pirate career began during the War of Spanish Succession, when along with Benjamin Hornigold, Daniel Stillwell, and others, he plundered Spanish vessels off the coast of Florida.
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''These Swabs sure are taking their Time, eh? Pack of Layabouts. |
| | | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Maybe the gentle Touch of a Cat O' Nine Tails would make 'em more lively. |
| Running afoul of the British governor of the Bahamas, Cockram gave up piracy and became a trader, smuggler, and fence, serving as a go-between for the Carolina colonies and the pirate ships.
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''In this Heat... that'd just work up a Sweat, that would. |
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| Later renewing his acquaintance with Hornigold, he fell into pirate-hunting, as most reformed ruffians were wont to do.
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| Born: 1689, England<br>Died: 1719, Príncipe
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| A close friend and confidant of [[Benjamin Hornigold]], little else is known about [[Josiah Burgess]]. Records indicate that he was a [[Piracy|pirate]] for a few years, prior to 1718, before he surrendered to the [[George I of Great Britain|king]]'s emissaries. It's likely he fell into [[Pirate hunters|pirate-hunting]] after that, as most reformed ruffians were wont to do.
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| Born: 1682, France<br>Died: ????
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| Nephew of the buccaneer [[Jean-Baptiste du Casse|Jean du Casse]], [[Julien du Casse|Julien]] was born in [[Montpellier]], [[France]]. He took after his uncle's example and took to sea at a young age, eventually joining him in a few skirmishes during the [[War of the Spanish Succession]]. Fighting on the side of the French, and by proxy, on behalf of [[Philip V of Spain|King Philip]] of [[Spain]], du Casse's skill as a gunner improved rapidly, even as he grew wildly disillusioned with the monarchy and its obsession with lineage and breeding over raw talent and skill.
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| In 1704, ordered by his superior officers to join his uncle and hundreds of French troops in what would become known as the {{Wiki|Battle of Málaga (1704)|Battle of Vélez-Màlaga}}, du Casse opted instead to desert his post and seek his fortunes in the New World. At first he threw in with [[Slavery|slave traders]] in [[Africa]], and for a year made a modest profit off the venture. But he was never comfortable with the cruelty and detachment the job required, and so departed for the [[Caribbean|West Indies]] in search of yet another vocation.
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| For the next 10 years, du Casse roamed the West Indies as a [[Mercenaries|hired gun]], working for whomever had the coin and confidence to pay him. Ever prizing the value of intelligence and skill over mere reputation and breeding, du Casse, eventually found his way into the company of [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala|Laureano Torres]] of [[Cuba]], in whom he found a friend and confidant...
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| |-|Kenneth Abraham=
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| Born: 1675, England<br>Died: 1715, Kingston
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| Born to an upper class family and educated in boarding schools from age five, [[Kenneth Abraham]] learned to fight for himself at an early age. Upon graduation, he entered the [[British Army|army]] and rose through the ranks, finally meeting the rank of Commander.
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| His embrace of order and disciple drew him into the fold of the [[Templars|Templar Order]], which offered him influence beyond that offered by his military career. From the age of thirty, he ascended its ranks in parallel to those of his military career by devoting himself to the [[New World Order|promotion of order]] and peace.
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| In 1715, the Assassin Anto infiltrated a Ball held by Abraham on his plantation, together with the pirate Edward Kenway. There, Abraham was assassinated by the pair, confronted in his final moments by the nemesis he had tried and failed to defeat.
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| He remained, until his death, determined to rid the world of unpredictable and disorderly elements.
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| |-|Laureano Torres y Ayala=
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| Born: 1645, [[Cuba]]<br>Died: ????
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| Born in [[Havana]], but raised in [[Madrid]], [[Spain]], [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala|Laureano]] was of noble stock, the son of Tomas Torres y Ayala and Elvira de Quadros Castellanos. He joined the [[Spanish Army|Spanish army]] in his late teens, and was later appointed as the governor of Spain's territories in [[Florida]], a post he held from 1693 to 1699. He then returned to [[Europe]] to participate in the [[War of the Spanish Succession]].
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| In 1708, Torres was appointed as the governor of Cuba, a post he held for three years until he was accused of and arrested for corruption. He was acquitted of these charges, however, and managed to win a re-election bid in 1713.
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| During his time in Cuba, he made many lasting improvements to the city, fortifying the island's defenses and introducing the production of tobacco there. He remained Governor until 1716, after which point he retired and devoted his life to charitable functions, such as building hospitals.
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| |-|Laurens Prins=
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| Born: 1630s, Amsterdam<br>Died: 1717, Kingston
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| [[Laurens Prins]] (often anglicized as Laurence Prince) was a [[Netherlands|Dutchman]] from [[Amsterdam]] who spent the majority of his life in and around the [[Caribbean|West Indies]]. Operating out of [[Port Royal]], Prins saw an incredible amount of action and adventure in his long life.
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| Sailing as a [[privateer]] in the early days of the [[Golden Age of Piracy]] (1650s) he developed a reputation for courage fighting the [[Spain|Spanish]] on behalf of the [[United Kingdom|British]] crown, sometimes bearing a {{Wiki|letter of marque}}, often without. He even played a pivotal role in Sir [[Henry Morgan]]'s infamous {{Wiki|Henry Morgan's Panama expedition|raid}} on [[Panama City|Panama]] in 1671, for which he was roundly celebrated.
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| Prins eventually retired from privateering and settled in a large acreage of land in [[Jamaica]]. Around this time he entered into the [[Slavery|slave trade]] as a means of bolstering his wealth, an occupation he pursued well into his seventies.
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| In 1717, his flagship [[Slave ships|slave galley]], The [[Whydah]], was attacked and captured by the [[Piracy|pirate]] [[Samuel Bellamy|"Black Sam" Bellamy]]. He managed to survive the encounter, and fell back into his old occupation until his death some months later.
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| |-|Lucia Márquez=
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| Born: 1689, Spain<br>Died: 1715, Pinos Isle
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| Born in [[Spain]], [[Lucia Márquez]] never knew her father. By the age of twelve she was supporting herself and her sisters on the streets, begging, borrowing, and stealing anything she could, all the while developing the skills of a master [[thief]].
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| At the age of seventeen, she was caught stealing a [[horse]] belonging to a high-ranking [[Templars|Templar]], and wisely opted for training over jail time.
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| The Templar life gave Marquez the focus she needed and she never found herself at a lack of challenge or adventure.
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| She died at the age of twenty-six on [[Isla de la Juventud|Pinos Isle]], wise beyond her years, on the order of the [[Taíno|Taino]] [[Assassins|Assassin]], [[Opía Apito]].
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| Born: 1660s, England<br>Died: 1718, Nassau
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| Commodore [[Peter Chamberlaine]] sailed into the history books on the coat-tails of [[Woodes Rogers]], [[privateer]] [[captain]] and Governor of [[the Bahamas]]. Though charged with the task of helping Rogers carry out his reforms and issuing King [[George I of Great Britain|George]]'s pardon, Chamberlaine had an irrational and burning hatred for his [[civilian]] commander, and flouted Roger's orders as often as possible.
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| Gruff and humorless, Peter Chamberlaine was nevertheless respected by his men as a man of fortitude and cunning, and his willful defiance of civil authority only bolstered his reputation among the rank and rile.
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| Historic archives contain scattered references to individuals known as "Sages", but they are few and far between. Each citation seems to refer to a different person living in a vastly different time and location.
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| The earliest example was found in a Sumerian clay tablet in cuneiform script, while the latest survives only as a footnote in one of Laureano Torres's own journals, dated January 1704. In all – according to exhaustive research – seven different "Sages" seem to have graced the world's stage in the past twelve hundred years. But the real number is likely higher.
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| Perhaps, the strangest aspect connecting each of these various sightings is the fact that, in every case, visual descriptions of each Sage are remarkably similar. So similar, in fact, that one wouldn't be faulted for assuming they ware talking about a single, immortal man. However, in two of the seven citations, explicit mention is made of their death and burial.
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| Is this therefore some bizarre form of reincarnation? Or some simpler explanation that is presently unknown? More research is required.
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| |-|Vance Travers=
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| Born: 1690, England<br>Died: 1717, Nassau
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| Born in [[England]], the passionate, creative, yet incredibly gullible [[Vance Travers]], found a life for himself amongst the [[Assassins|Assassin's Brotherhood]] in the [[Caribbean|West Indies]], where he ran a successful smuggling enterprise, with his older brother, [[Upton Travers|Upton]].
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| Business took a turn for the worse after he met and fell in love with the [[Templars|Templar]], [[Jing Lang]], who persuaded him to divulge knowledge of the location of buried treasure with which he and Upton planned to fund their retirement.
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| Paranoid, Travers developed delusions that his brother plotted to steal his treasure and Jing's heart. He broke from [[the Creed]] and, after a failed attempt at fratricide, was killed by [[Edward Kenway]].
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| Born: 1679, [[United Kingdom|England]]<br>Died: 1731, Nassau
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| [[Woodes Rogers]] was born into money, to a seafaring family with deep roots in both {{Wiki|Poole}} and [[Bristol]], England. His early life was a picture of industriousness and ambition, and by the age of 18 he was an apprentice Mariner.
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| Upon his father's death at sea in 1706, Woodes inherited his family's prosperous shipping company, which he took to managing with great passion. Between 1704 and 1707 Rogers' fortunes and family grew, and by the time he was twenty-seven his marriage to Sarah Whetstone had produced one son and two daughters.
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| By the end of 1707, however, his business had suffered great losses by [[raid]]ing [[France|French]] forces, giving Rogers the idea to recoup these dreadful losses himself. Knocking about Bristol in search of a partner for this endeavor, he soon found himself in the company of [[William Dampier]], an old friend and unlucky [[Captain]] who suggested setting out on a [[privateer]]ing expedition, one that would range far and wide about the [[Americas|New World]]. In 1708, Rogers made the necessary arrangements and set out as Captain of his own vessel, on a difficult voyage that would last over three years.
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| Along his course Rogers met with many successes and failures. In 1709, off the western coast of [[South America]], he found and rescued a marooned sailor by the name of {{Wiki|Alexander Selkirk}}, a sailor who had spent nearly 4 years living in isolation and who would serve as the inspiration for the book "{{Wiki|Robinson Crusoe}}" just a few years later.
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| Soon after Selkirk's recovery, Rogers' fleet engaged an enemy vessel in open combat—a skirmish that earned him a [[pistol]] shot to the left side of his face and a mangled heel. Neither wound was enough to remove him from command however, and he continued serving as captain until his return to England in late 1711. To commemorate this return, he had an operation to remove the offending bullet from his upper palate.
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| Now in poor health but high spirits, he set about writing his memoirs. Upon their publication a few years, they were an immediate success, and proved a great source of income. But this brief glory was offset by the sudden death of his son, a tragedy compounded some months later by his wife's decision to leave him. Also at this time, Rogers was sued by former shipmates for allegedly hoarding goods and money plundered from enemy vessels. Rogers assembled a defense, but lost the case.
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| In 1713, itching to return to sea, he organized passage to [[Madagascar]] claiming to be a [[merchant]] in the [[Slavery|slave trade]], but with the intended purpose of reconnoitering the rumored [[Piracy|pirate]] colonies established there. When he arrived in Madagascar after months of hard sailing, he found that the legends of the pirate town "[[Libertalia]]" had been exaggerated one-hundredfold. The pirates in Madagascar were sickly and few and desperate for help. After spending just a few months here, Rogers set sail for England, a failure in his own mind.
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| And yet, never one to give up hope, Woodes Rogers reoriented his attentions to the [[Caribbean|West Indies]], eventually lobbying King [[George I of Great Britain|George]] for a commission to hunt pirates in the Caribbean. On this score, he succeeded. After a few diligent years of making his case, King George appointed Woodes Rogers as the Governor of [[the Bahamas]]. Now, at last, he would make his mark, and bring justice to a land where chaos had taken root.
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| Rogers arrived in [[Nassau]] at the head of a small fleet of half a dozen ships on the 22nd of July, 1718. Accompanied by Commodore [[Peter Chamberlaine]], he spent the first day negotiating with the pirates living there, hoping to entice each and every man on the island with the King's Pardon. Rogers' hopes were quickly dashed by [[Charles Vane]] and his men, who blasted their way out of Nassau's harbor with the aid of a fireship.
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| This minor set-back hardly mattered, for Nassau was now in the hands of the British, just as Rogers had promised his king, and a number of former pirates—[[Benjamin Hornigold]] among them—now sailed for him. Rogers set about renovating the city at once, first ridding it of its remaining rogues and rapscallions, and even going so far as to hang a number of men who refused the king's pardon, yet remained on the island.
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| But Roger's swift initial success suffered an early complication when a huge portion of his crew took ill and died, likely of Yellow Fever. Another large portion of the soldiers who had accompanied him to Nassau departed with little warning for the colonies up north. And perhaps most troubling of all, [[Spain]] and England were at war {{Wiki|War of the Quadruple Alliance|again}} making Nassau a likely target for Spanish aggression.
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| He wasn't wrong. In March of 1719, he got word that a [[Spanish Navy|Spanish fleet]] was on its way to attack his fragile town. Rogers had spent much of his own private fortune renovating the decrepit [[fort]] town, but he was still unprepared for a full Spanish assault. Much to his relief, the Spanish fleet turned away at the last minute and instead {{Wiki|Capture of Pensacola (1719)|attacked}} a French {{Wiki|Presidio Santa Maria de Galve|settlement}} to the north.
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| Rogers served as Governor for three full years in Nassau, and though he did not suffer any more military threats after early 1719, his job was no less difficult. Dwindling finances and a general apathy among the population led to only modest improvement to the city. In early 1721 however, he caught wind that the King was unhappy with his performance in the fledgling community. Rogers decided to return to England to defend himself, but fell deathly ill before he could make the trip, and still later was wounded in a duel gone bad. Recuperating in [[Charleston|Charles-Towne]], [[South Carolina]], for some six weeks, he finally left for England in March of 1721.
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| Arriving in England, he found his worst fears come true: he had been sacked, and {{Wiki|George Phenney|a new governor}} had been appointed to run the Bahamas. Worse yet, he was imprisoned for defaulting on the debts he had accrued during his time as Governor—the same debts caused by the King's refusal to fund his term. Rogers was eventually released from jail, and spent the next few years recovering from this slight as best as he could, until the publication of [[Charles Johnson]]'s "{{Wiki|A General History of the Pyrates|General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates}}", which painted Rogers in a heroic fight for his single-minded quest to rid the seas of pirates.
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| Propelled into the limelight once more, Rogers was given an excellent pension by the King, and awarded a second shot at his old job. Rogers returned to Nassau in 1728, a Governor once more--a post which he kept to the end of his life just 3 years later.
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| An incomplete audio clip from The Devils of the Caribbean Podcast reconstructed from recovered files.
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