The Onyx Queen
Listen here you sea bred dogs with rum in hearts and hands,
Hold ya hits and take ya swigs, so someone start up the band,
Play us a tune, underneath the moon, and mates sing along if you can
For danger blooms in the oceans soon for the Queen's ode travels to land!
Summary
A foreign woman who hoarded wealth died at sea. The people who abandoned her were turned into ravens and now circle a large section of black ocean.
Historical Basis
About 100 years ago, a mysterious elven woman of regal attire came into Freeport on a ship. She was rumored to be a consort of the Pirate King though nothing was ever confirmed. Many shipments of presumed gems and coins were seen on her ship and many were killed swiftly when they attempted to touch any of it. Then suddenly she stopped appearing, a large patch of ocean turned black, and two ravens were spotted circling the area.
Spread
The myth is mostly common in Freeport and is apart of the more recent myths similar to the Dark Star.
Variations & Mutation
The Onyx Queen has evolved into a figure of both fear and potential adventure. Many pirates and adventurers, inspired by her tale, travel towards her burial to see if they can claim the untold wealth her spirit guards to this day. None survive but that doesn't stop people from trying. There are also joking tales about her relationship with the Pirate King, a myth she was potentially smote by the Raven Queen for digging up the graves of the deceased, and one where she was said to be the ruler of a distant island undiscovered by Freeport.
Cultural Reception
Many make the Onyx Queen as out to be a source of laughter, revelry, and adventure though it all depends upon the myth in question.
In Literature
None
In Art
There are several renditions of the Onyx Queen. There are onyx charms alleged to keep you safe when diving for treasure and some pieces crude pieces of art. There are a few notable songs about the Onyx Queen though the most notable is the Queen's Ode, a jovial song sung to inspire others to take chances and follow their greed even if it means death.
Date of First Recording
About 503 3e
Date of Setting
About 503 3e
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