The Bleak Rock Sirens
Brief Overview
The Bleak Rock Sirens are a stealth-oriented pirate faction led by the cunning Evony "Riptide" Selarne. Unlike the more openly aggressive pirate fleets, the Sirens rely on espionage, smuggling, and infiltration to maintain control over their territories. Operating from hidden coves and clandestine networks, they excel in silent raids, intelligence gathering, and subterfuge, making them one of the most enigmatic groups among the Black Council.
Evony’s reach extends far beyond the open sea. Through bribes, blackmail, and carefully placed informants, she ensures that the Bleak Rock Sirens are never without an advantage. Their fleet is not as large as some of the more militant pirate lords, but their influence spreads like a riptide, pulling unsuspecting targets under before they realize they’re drowning.
The Bleak Rock Sirens do not dominate through brute force, nor do they seek open conflict. Instead, they strike from the shadows, weaving their influence through deception, bribery, and subtle coercion. Under Evony "Riptide" Selarne, the Sirens have become one of the most enigmatic and quietly powerful forces on the seas. Few ever see them coming—and those who do rarely live to tell the tale.
Structure
The Bleak Rock Sirens are structured less like a fleet and more like a spy network with naval assets. Evony employs a decentralized chain of command, ensuring that no single betrayal can topple the organization.
Fleet Composition:
The Darkbreak Siren (Flagship - Swift Brig)
Evony’s personal vessel, renowned for its speed and elusiveness.
Crew consists of elite infiltrators and sharpshooters trained for hit-and-run raids.
The Widow’s Wake (Sloop - Smuggler’s Ship)
Used for covert cargo operations and illicit trading routes.
Helmed by First Mate Karthis ‘The Serpent’ Draevin, a master of disguise and deception.
The Umbral Dagger (Modified Cutter - Interceptor Ship)
Designed for intercepting rival smugglers and evading naval patrols.
Commanded by Bosun Veera "Silent Step" Linne, an expert in naval sabotage.
Network Hierarchy:
Captain – Evony "Riptide" Selarne
First Mate – Karthis "The Serpent" Draevin
Quartermaster – Veyla "Shadowcoin" Morran (Oversees financial operations and bribes)
Bosun – Veera "Silent Step" Linne (Handles ship maintenance and sabotage operations)
Information Brokers – Scattered across various port cities, feeding intelligence back to Evony
Infiltrators & Smugglers – Responsible for silent raids, blackmail, and maintaining hidden trade routes
Culture
Secrecy Above All: Information is power. Loose tongues are not tolerated.
Loyalty is Negotiable: Trust is built through leverage, and every member knows they are valuable only as long as they remain useful.
Elegance in Subterfuge: Violence is a last resort—manipulation and control win more battles than swords ever could.
Wealth Over Glory: The Sirens do not seek fame, only fortune and influence.
Assets
Extensive Spy Network: Informants across Granheim and Nidira ensure the Sirens always know what’s happening before their enemies do.
Safe Havens & Hidden Coves: Well-concealed outposts provide secure locations for smuggling operations.
Black Market Influence: They control a large share of illegal trade routes, granting them access to exotic goods and rare information.
Highly Trained Operatives: The Sirens prioritize quality over quantity, ensuring each crew member is skilled in infiltration, deception, and assassination.
History
467 AEL - Birth of the Bleak Rock Sirens: Evony Selarne orchestrates the downfall of a prominent smuggling cartel and seizes their ships and trade routes.
469 AEL - The Midnight Coup: The Sirens infiltrate a Dominion naval outpost and destroy key supply lines, delaying an Imperial fleet deployment by months.
470 AEL - The Grand Silence: Evony orchestrates the disappearance of an entire merchant fleet, eliminating competition without firing a shot.
472 AEL - Entry into the Black Council: After unearthing damning evidence against a rival pirate lord, Evony secures her position among the council.
474 AEL - Present Day: The Bleak Rock Sirens continue to expand their network, silently shaping the course of conflicts while ensuring their enemies never see them coming.
“A blade in the dark is worth a fleet in the sun.”
Founding Date
467 AEL – Established when Evony Selarne orchestrated the downfall of a rival smuggling operation and claimed their routes as her own.
Type
Illicit, Pirate Crew
Alternative Names
The Whispered Scream
Leader
Leader Title
Founders
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