PREMISE

[highseasmods]

Behold this ruby,
Centuries old.

Its power is great,
True depths untold.

What once was whole,
Now in parts 'tis shattered.

Having it all,
Aye, that's what matters.

Rebuild the gem
And whatever ye wish will be.

Whether wealth, good fortune,
Mayhap the chance to flee.

Strangers listen:
Take heed, take care.

Or be lost forever
To Davy Jones' lair.

These are the words whispered in your head as you wake up to unfamiliar surroundings. If they don't stick, never fear — they're also inscribed on a stone at the base of the crumbling fountain in the town square. What town square, you ask? Well, perhaps you haven't fully noticed yet. Take a look around.

This isn't your home.

Welcome to Isla Empieza, a port town in this pirate inhabited world you're going to be living in for awhile. It probably doesn't look like much, with its old cobblestone roads and weather-beaten buildings, but it does have a harbor with plenty of ships. The locals here will set you up with one, or at least help you get a room at the inn, but beyond that you'll find they keep to themselves. That should suit you fine, because you probably won't be staying in this town for too long.

You haven't forgotten the poem, right?

Read it again. Think it over.

The famed gem in question was once called the Piedra Roja, and having it in your possession is the only way you're going to be able to get back home.

So get a ship, find a crew, and take to the seas. There is endless ocean to sail, countless islands to explore, and a myriad of adventures to be had. The shards of the Piedra Roja could be anywhere, after all. Finding them won't be so easy. And remember...

You aren't the only one looking for them.


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High Seas is a panfandom RPG that is a one part mod-controlled events (treasure hunts! sea beast attacks! a ticked off Naval force!), a couple parts slice of life (on a ship!), and many, many parts create your own adventure! In this mythical pirate world, the only preexisting city is Isla Empieza. Once you set sail from the island it's located on, the world is your oyster! Where your ship goes, the islands it discovers, all of this is up to you. You have total control over the types of places you want your character to visit.

The funny thing is, Isla Empieza somehow seems as though it's never a day or two's sail away. You can always go back, whether to pick up new crew members, get a new ship, stock up on supplies, or perhaps you just want to spend a few nights in the inn and get your land legs back. And when you leave again? You'll find the waters will have shifted and brought an entirely new set of islands for you to explore. Oh, don't worry, the old ones are still there if you really want to revisit them. The choice is entirely in your hands.

As for why you're here at all, well, it seems Davy Jones is up to his old tricks. He's always looking for more unsuspecting sailors to drag down to his locker. You can blame him for pulling you into his chaotic world, and whatever curses befall this place? Those are also his fault.

So off you go! Don't forget to keep in touch with the other newcomers to this world, because you might be able to help each other out. The other crews are only a brief trip away, after all, with the use of your Naviraimant. The locals call it 'the Nav', and every ship has one. There are the journals, too — you did see those, right? You can speak your thoughts aloud to them or pick up a quill to write something, just remember that others are going to see what you have to say.

Happy Sailing!

(Oh, and watch out for the other pirates.)




People to Know:

Davy Jones - thepiratesdevil
The very reason you're even in this world. It was his powers that pulled you here and he's the one who sent you on this ridiculous quest for treasure. There are many myths and tales surrounding this legendary pirate, but there don't seem to be many who know any real details about him. What is it he seeks? Why does he want the Piedra Roja so badly?

Scurvey Dog & Meep - scurveydog
A mysterious helper (and her assistant) to strangers in this world. This ol' sea hag somehow has access to the journals. She turns up occasionally, unless the lot of you do something to piss her off. Not something you'll want to do often, because she's the only one providing any answers about this place. Choose your words wisely, though, usually it's only one question per week...

Miss Margie - backwaters
The shopkeeper of the Backwater Brig, a strange little shop that sells items from worlds other than this one. There's more to her than meets the eye, and she always seems to have gossip to share. Stop in and visit if you need to get some shopping done, but don't forget to poke around and see if she has any new rumors or news for you.

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