Captain Oryx
Captain Oryx
Captain Oryx, a shifty looking character, until he speaks and people realize he's probably the nicest person they ever met. He is always smiling. He is always encouraging others. But sometimes that sparkling light in his eyes fades for a moment. Maybe a thought? Maybe he becomes distracted by something? None the less, he always seems to recover. Known to be a wise sailor. Loyal to his friends and crew. A Honorable captain.
Social
Speech
Common, Orc
Alignment
Nutrule
Children
Gender
Male
Eyes
Hazel
Hair
Black
Height
6'0
Weight
225
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First Mate Jamison
Day 10
Luna I want to share this with you. I’ve met a Lad named Mr. Jamison. He’s a young man with a shy heart. Don’t let that fool you my dear moonlight. Mr. Jamison maybe shy, but there is a spark in him that could ignite the world. I see past that to who the lad really is. Caring, kind, passionate, all the qualities of a good man. Just like us he’s struggled so much Luna. I asked him to take care of you if I was to pass on. Something tells me it will be you will be the one taking care of him. And that makes me smile. He’s not weak Luna, he’s just lost. Maybe even surrounded by darkness at the time I’m writing this but just as the night I gave you your name. You will be the moonlight in his darkness. Aye, I almost have forgotten his sense of humor. Doesn’t like an old sailors joke but does intact like the dark ones. Some day I’ll repay him. I made him my first mate not because I Owe him but because he is the nicest person I’ve met. I should have died to those damned blood hawks but I was told it was Jamison who carried me. I’m so thankful for him Luna. Sometimes I think that this world doesn’t deserve someone as good as him.
I’ve seen him do the impossible, even with all my wounds he managed to heal most of them. I could have bled out. He wouldn’t let me...someday I’m gonna make a tough decision to leave him behind...I don’t want to. Because for the first time Luna, your father has a true friend. Hell if I believed that gods were watching me. I say he’s my Guardian angle. I hope he won’t be sad or mad when I leave. But I think he might understand.
Mr.Jamison deserves all the respect. I hope also can find a quiet life. He’s growing day by day. Just hope to see the lad fulfill his dreams. Luna when you meet Mr. Jamison give him the biggest hug you can. He loves hugs.
Oryx Will
day 35
I never wrote this before... So.
All my gold will be split, twenty-five percent will go to my crew.
Luna- My gift to this world. My moonlight. you are going to get most of my stuff, My trident is yours, 40% of the gold is also yours. you will need it for Make a new living for yourself Lass, be free.
Jamison- Take care of Luna. Until she is of age and does not wish to have the ship. It goes to you first mate. You also will get my boots of elvenkind.
Anne- my dear friend, my journals, my papers, my flowers will go to you. whatever money is left over is yours. Take it for the bakery.
Apollo- As tribute to the god you will soon be take my gloves of thievery. You may like the feel of them.
Grofler- Hey asshole, You have become a really good friend to me. You my friend get to be head of the thieves guild. I hope that I have shaped you to a fine Gentleman that has his wits about him. I would hate for your skills to go to waste while I'm gone. It's yours, as long as you follow the rules, "Steal from the rich, Take all and give nothing back". Wish we sailed the seas mate. Everyone has always seen you in a bad light, but you are a good man. If you stray from the course I put you on, the necromancer will bring me back to life and I will kill you.
Kirth- Lad... I'm sorry. I only have one thing to give you. My tiny dragon. He loves gold, make sure to treat him like a brother or a friend, NEVER as a pet. He is a dragon after all. I've watched you grow into a fine young man, Keep cheering people up. you are the light in our darkest hour. I'll give your dad a piece of my mind when I see him. He has a lot of explaining to do.
Alastor and Kirth
day 25
Two amazing wizards, but two totally different people in my eyes.
Alastor, a man who is obsessed treasure. Not all treasure is gold. He wants knowledge and power. I'm starting to think we are just tools for him to use. He may be nice on the surface, But I know there is a dark place in his heart. He's becoming more powerful as each time he goes to that time cursed place. I no longer think he has our best interest at heart. If he was ever given the chance he would sacrfice our life for knowledge. He becomes impatient when he gets close to discovering something. He looses all composure. Hell the lad almost dropped a giant telescope on me. He may have flaws... but he's still a good lad. Who am I to judge. I hope that I am wrong about him... I truly wish to be his friend someday. A good friend to him.
Krith. There is so much to say about this kid. when I first met him, the lad was full of rage. looking for the man who abandon him. but he has grown so much. Hell he makes life fun. He's creative, Lively, and just great to have around. He has such a great personality. He's very impressed by Mr. Alastor, I think Alastor has even taught Kirth some spells. They are close. I hope the Lad has a long life.
I should be catiouse of them. their ability to do magic is impressive. I hope to see them grow... I hope they become leaders of this crew when I leave.
Captain One Eye
day 23
You are becoming a dark shadow that looms over me. I would be lying if I said that I hated it. Always reminding me what I could be. What I might be bound to be. I didn't choose this life or being a pirate. I wanted to sail the seas. To be free.
Captain One Eye, with just a few weeks you have held us hostage, beat goblins into submission, and even struck fear into me. I am a hard man to break, but by word alone you manage to do so. You know what? I admire that, part of me wants to be like you. The shit that I've been through... I wish it was me that held this town at my mercy, I wish it was me that could sail off this coast. I want to be like you... I'm hoping when we meet that you are not a monster. I hope that you also respect the pirate code. Knowing our kind that maybe a long stretch. It's amazing, I came to this town to rule it. To build my own coalition And you ruin that. You sit out at sea and wait. Just like a wolf. A wolf on the sea. I've taken notes on the way you do things. I might do the same one day. It's just a thought that sits in the back of my mind.
Unlike you though... I have the moon I must protect, I must see it again. Luna.. The only thing that keeps me afloat. Sadly you are in my way. That will not due. I want to bring here here to start a new life. Sunguard doesn't treat orcs well, doesn't matter if they are half or not. She might as well be one of us. An outcast to Sunguard. It would be easy to start killing everything I see to make this a better place. Hell even killing you would most likely help out. I will not do it though, I don't need enemies, I need allies. I won't be the monster people think pirates are, I won't be a slave to sunguard, I won't be a selfish and cruel captain. Luna needs her father... she needs to see that our family is not a curse, that we are not dirt for people to walk on! Instead we are I will show her that we are free! We are fighters! WE ARE PIRATES! I will bend our fate to favor us. For to long both her and I have been cursed with bad luck. No more. Last Hope, is our last hope. I am not a killer anymore, I won't go back to that life style.
This is a declaration, Captain One Eye if things go south I will not hesitate, I will not beg, I will not give up. You stand in my way of my daughter. There for you will feel the wrath of The Captain Oryx!
The Salty Lake
day 5
Luna, I Have good news! I made some money for you! Luck be in our favor Lass! You should have seen the lake I ventured to. It was breath taking smelled just like the sea. I ran into it like I was a young lad. I may have upset the crew i was with for just ignoring their needs.. but I was sea sick. I have repaid them though. On this journey Luna they had flying snakes that sored through the air like it was water. They seemed to use the wind to glide on. A new friend Cid, was spotted by these devils. they flew in like arrows with unnatural speed. I was able to kill three of them. I took them as prizes. I'm Going to find out if anyone in the town would like to study it. Or I sell it for good cost. Either way I'm going to earn that ship in no time. Shortly after I spotted a cloth out of a tree. I was wondering if was another secret entrance. I was suddenly ambushed by what we call "Chumps" they were not hard to kill but I think that they had more numbers. After our victory they left us alone. They had treasure in the stump that caught my eye. Jewelry beyond comparison I gave the crown, and bracelet to Cid and Apollo. There wasn't much loot to split so i decided to keep the rest of it.
Lass there been something on my mind lately. Before I told you I'm falling back into my old ways. I have a talented man working for me but my intentions are not pure. I tell this man to do bad things. But for a good cause. He doesnt hurt people, Just those who are wealthy. Wealthy people look down upon people like you and me. They like to see us struggle. They already have everything, yet they make fun of us and make us beg. Bow to no one Luna. I'm starting my own Guild here. I hope you will take over in my place if I pass.
Sorry for the grim tone. Back to my story. We Got to the lake, and like i said before it was breath taking. It stretched for miles. I wanted to drink from it but never drink salt water. We decided instead to fish. We caught a massive fish that was to big to take home. We took what we could from it. That day was so exciting When I got back to the Flatulent Flagon I was happy as could be. When we entered we made the place go into a uproar. Drinks, laughter, conversation. It was the first time I felt like we had a good adventure..It may not last, but take what you can Luna, give nothing back. The night was filled with joy that was needed.
Sidenotes: Ms. Anne is a very good dancer. Also an amazing cook. I noticed she was writting a "Will" the other day... I may have to write one as well. I want you to know that if I pass, I would want her to watch over you, along with Jamison... They will do a much better job than I. The salty lake will be our first trip together when, I send for you... Thats right! I think when I get this place up and running, I want you to come here and meet the nice people. What do you say Lass?
Last Hope
Day 4
Ahoy my favortie lass,
I had looked at your drawing today and cried. I cant imagine how your life is like right now without your parents with you. I'm so sorry... I promise we will see each other again. No matter the cost. Today we lost another person. He was killed by a ghost of some kind. Your dad has seen his share of spirits. Things that keep sailors up at night. This land is more cursed than I had imagine. The people here though are nice. the towns people live their day today life doing what they can to build the town. Currently we are all sleeping in tents surrounded by a wall. I rather sleep on the deck of a ship but I'm getting use to it. I plan on becoming a blacksmith. Exciting right? Ya dad trying to make a new life here... Luna when I meet you I think its time to tell you the reason why I been gone for so long. That's for a different journal. I want to tell you about the people here. First I'll tell you about a man named Jamison. He's a great guy, but has gaps in his memory. I have made it a goal to help the poor Lad. Lately he has been stressed about it. Two people have died on their adventures and Jamison was in both groups. I'm not saying he killed them, it's just bad luck. Ay Jamison would not be capable of such a thing. He's more of a discover than anything. He even saved your father from nearly dying. I respect that man, He has a big heart. There is also a brave little barnacle named Kirth. This Lad is full of a youthful flame. He reminds me so much of you Luna. It's getting kinda hard to be around him. Both of you are like jackdaws. If you don't know what that is sweet heart it's a small bird. But you have more maturity to you.. Hes a funny kid and one day you may be good friends. I'm doing what I can to protect him. But a more efficient way is to let him go out with the adventuring group. Each time he leaves and comes back, he gets stronger. Watching him grow up into a man, reminds me of my youthful days.
Next there is Apollo. He's a man who wants to become a god. I honesty don't think it's possible but I'll let the Lad dream. If he does become one your father already has favors stacked up. He is also a man who likes Both main mast... If you get what I mean. He gets a certain way that makes any creature uncomfortable. But the Lad plan on becoming a god so I guess he already has the personality. He's a very kind man, just needs to be watched sometime. Next is Artio. She is a skilled bow woman who loves nature. She doesn't agree that me that we should hunt down those pesky land birds called the "Blood Hawks" but she does what she has to do, to save the town. I thought i was a skilled hunter until she came back with some big game. She has some what of your mothers fiery spirit. And no, I am not attracted to her if any doubt ever comes across your mind. Your mother was the only woman for me. and She gave me the greatest gift... You, my moon. Back on topic. Artio is a strong ally to have and carries respect that she deserves.
Banbeck...This man was the first to die on my adventures. I carry a certain guilt Lass. He died to to my greed. there was a trapped chest that froze him in place. He had done all he could to save us. It should have been me. But then it would be selfish of me because I would have left you with no hope left. Never again. He was a prankster that always bothered Jamison. They fought like cats and dog. It was enjoyable. I really wanted to see them fight back in the tavern. Maybe make some bets on the side. but Banbeck was father to Krol. they didn't have a good relationship but i think its important to honor your parents in some way. My parents were never in the picture and your mothers parents well.. they were stuck in their way unwilling to change with the world. I went on my first adventure with these guys. and when I sail back home I might recruit them to be on my ship.
I have plans being set in motion that could benifit us in the future. but I know these deeds are not good... I'm slowly slipping into my old ways. No matter what you may here, I'm always thinking of you Luna. Tell your Aunt she needs to stop riding the waves of other men and get a life.
Luna
Your loving father Oryx
Today I made progress lass. I will not lie I almost died. Being a privater on land doesn't sit well with me. I'm hoping to see you soon. I got you a flower. When I reach out and it lights up. It's a beautiful flower but still doesn't compare to you lass. My dear Luna, if I don't make it back do this salty sailor a favor. Be kind to others, help those who are less fortunate, and be better than I was. I hope to receive some more of your drawings. I keep the drawing of us in a locket I wear around my neck. I love you Lass. Tell your aunt She smells of brine and rotten ink sacs.
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