Adventurer,
I hope the season has brought you warmth
within encounter and inspiration
you certainly deserve any kindness you find in adventure
as do those awaiting encouragement
I'm thankful that you are here
Merry adventures
Adventurer,
I hope the season has brought you warmth
within encounter and inspiration
you certainly deserve any kindness you find in adventure
as do those awaiting encouragement
I'm thankful that you are here
Merry adventures
Adventurer,
As things change around the environment I often struggle to find motivation for the gameplay within piracy. Encouragement and support for the organic environment have long been my priority, wherever I am participating. The environment has changed and is changing, at some point my compatibility will end and it will be time to move on.
That's not a negative thing, it's just a part of a pirate's life.
I was sailing without a destination
a sloop was sailing nearby, they appeared to have somewhere to go
I glassed the ship and a familiar name is revealed
the captain is someone that is a part of one of my organic encounters nearly 3 years ago and has a story in this very adventure log.
They didn't fire at me and of course I did not fire at them.
I waved as they sailed by and I kept sailing, as did they
it was enough as it was, a reminder of what still exists through the changing tide.
I'm thankful and hopeful for this environment, and for you and your adventures.
This one goes out to those of you trying to stay afloat
I hope you believe in yourself
in your effort
in your recovery throughout life
in healing and service
in your purpose
in forgiveness
in the principles of appreciation
I believe in you
I'm thankful for you, for this environment.
don't sink the boat that you built to keep afloat
as always, I'm rooting for you
After harvesting the second shrouded ghost of this adventure I headed east to hunt for another box of wondrous secrets
it may take me quite some time to find another one but I am committed to the search, the hunt
as always
I am thankful for the encounters along the way, friend or foe
for the hunting ground
for the opportunity
Adventurer:
My adventures, the hunts I embark upon, what I seek on the sea and from the environment
these are possible because of you
your participation, your adventurous passion, your dedication to the environment
Thank you, I am grateful that you are here
wishing you well and fulfilling adventure
6 total boxes, 2 with Captaincy.
Adventurer:
If you sink, if you lose, if you stumble and fall
if you feel embarrassed, disconnected from the rest
it doesn't separate you
it's what connects you with experience and history that we all navigate through
I hope you hold on to adventure, your adventure, it's yours to define, yours to cherish and to share.
I wish you well and togetherness with those close to you
Adventurer:
This imperfect journey of mine has been filled with the fortune of adventure
strengthened by encounters, by shared experiences, by you
Every day a gift, one more precious with the presence of others that seek
I am thankful for your existence, for the adventures that you create, the stories that you gather and share.
You deserve the kindness you find, the friendships and connections with mutual thoughtfulness, encouragement, and appreciation.
I hope this finds you well
if not, you're on your way, you'll get there
I've always adventured in this game on an ole laptop, nothing fancy, just something to get me from island to island.
After many many many adventures the graphics card had nothing left to give.
I didn't enjoy the lag, the lower performance
I enjoyed the challenge
I thought about the options,
-use it as a reason to upgrade, faster performance, more options and opportunity in combat
-use it as a reason to call it good on piracy
-use it as an opportunity to approach adventure in a new way
a way that keeps the focus of what this has long been about
Didn't take long to decide,
As of today I entirely adventure through cloud gaming on a browser with a controller. Same ole laptop. I haven't been involved in shooting on a controller beyond casually playing a single player game here or there for about 20 years.
It's like I just started again, frustration, inexperience, mistakes within the basics
Good.
I gotta lotta L's behind me and on the horizon.
all of it opportunity
all worth it
I hope you are well
that you still yearn for adventure
I'm thankful that you are here
Adventurer,
I have been fortunate on these seas
rich in encounters
experiences with others
sharing a cherished environment with incredible pirates and adventurers
The treasure has become observations of the environment thriving
in no small part because of you
your adventuring is extraordinary
I have seen so many of you reach the stars from the sea
it's always been a privilege to witness
I hope this finds you well
As I was sailing I see a sloop at a shrine, not far from thieves haven
I see a brig in the area, intentions unknown
The origin of my story, my roots in this environment are connected to the experiences that others are now participating in for the first time, or close to it. The voyages, the adventures, the exploration outside of combat.
Pirates that I've never met that I consider a part of my crew. I sail alone but my purpose includes those that share and explore this remarkable environment.
The brig gets curious and we exchange communication through combat and they move along.
I was on watch for about an hour when I decided to send a message to the Captain of the vessel.
I let them know that their ship was safe and that I would look after it while they finished what they were doing, I requested that they take their time and enjoy the experience.
They eventually returned to a safe vessel, everything as it was left. They sail on and we continue exchanging messages here and there.
They are working on earning their first curse, they are finding all the journals, and they are also nearing Pirate Legend.
They inform me that pirate life has been intense because of multiples encounters with hostile pirates. This is always unfortunate to hear but I know that this pirate is going to do well, now and in the future. I do what I can to assure them of that.
We keep in contact and they run into some trouble again, the next day they are ready to try again.
They get after it again, sending me updates throughout, I don't get involved in the details and strategy I just want them focused on sharing their story as the distraction will bring down the focus on possible attacks. Worry takes away from the experience, unnecessary as it doesn't change outcome for the better anyway.
1 key down, 2 keys down
time passes
and they send a photo of their curse
an unsurprising outcome for an extraordinary adventurer
A year of captaincy
I almost considered it a year of piratical highs and lows
but that sentiment would be an injustice to the reality of life
a lifetime of experiences
I've been fortunate to be a small part of this environment
the moments, hours, days, months, years
the privilege of time I have had around others
My adventures and encounters have reminded me-
that under dust is where I kept focus, contribution, service
Sailing, a calm, an opportunity to encourage
I appreciate that
If you've stumbled upon this
trying to find something
figure out something
deal with something
live with something
I hope you find this environment supportive, encouraging
I hope your experiences and encounters offer inspiration
I'm glad you're here as a part of the community
the bittersweet reality of longevity
-an environment grows and thrives
but as time goes on
the faces of the sea become less familiar
the beauty of the experience is that they were here
memories cemented in adventure
the history that they will always be a part of
an enviornment that carries on
-to serve others what we have been fortunate enough to experience for ourselves
sail on
adventure on
wherever that may be
Jackdaws and Clay Pigeons
I'm a few weeks into my journey of being new to playing on controller and new to cloud gaming.
Of course there have been frustrations and extra losses but that's alright, it's a part of approaching something in a new way, an adventure of inexperience. With time it'll work out, for me, for you
I was soloing a fleet, as I do
a sloop in the area takes off like a startled rabbit
a brig swoops in, the Jackdaw with sails of the owl
My code is to abstain from combat until either attacked or until a pirate/ship becomes an unavoidable threat.
The Jackdaw circles around, keeps distance
intentions unknown, one never really knows what another is up to on the sea.
Fleet is finished, I give them space to pick up the loot as I don't have any use for it
I hear one swimming.
I can tell by the pauses in activity around the ladder that my code is likely about to get me sent to the ferry once again. They board, I wave, they wave...movement hesitation, a step forward and back, a tell, they are gonna do it. They draw down and to the ferry I go.
I come back a few times from the ferry but on these sticks it's only gonna end one way. Eventually I sink. I thought about going back for a naval fight but I try to avoid revenge and ego plays so I leave the server and grab a new one.
An hour or so later I am sailing around and a brig cuts out in front of me sailing by
I glass it...the Jackdaw, it's them again.
the randomness of the sea decided it was meant to be
If you're new, inexperienced, struggling, losing
that's alright, it's temporary
everything that is happening is just how it started, it's not how it ends
time goes on, the effort improves the day
you'll get there
Adventurer,
Somewhere along the way even losing started to feel like a gift
frustrations less significant
darkness less cold
memories I want to keep began to outnumber those I don't
the time has been an investment
one that has been worth it to me
those that share the sea have made the sea worth sailin'
I hope this finds you well
the kindness offered to you is deserved
the kindness you offer to others will blossom
Was getting camped by a few
must have went through that door about 15 times
not much I could do but try
it's how it goes sometimes
I'm just fortunate to be here
to have the opportunity to work it out over time
On the eve of another tale
looking forward to it bringing joy to pirates
that joy brings me peace of mind
I'm thankful that you are here
for the dogs, even the scurvy ones
for the peace when it's around
for the hunt
for the sunsets, moonlight, and sunrises
I hope your tomorrow is extraordinary
Adventurer,
As often as I sail north
I find myself circling back to appreciation
-for
what I once experienced
the journey that lead me here
the adventure that continues on
those that brighten the stars of the quiet night
the life that fills the sea
the opportunity known as today
years out here
somehow becoming less worn within solitude
the treasure of time
healing
I find it incredible that you are here
I wish you adventures that line your horizon with hope
encounters that keep you closely connected to the beauty of the sea
and of the stars
I wish you time
talk like a pirate
love, loss, betrayal, revenge, legacy
the war between a pot and the kettle
a battle for the high ground
it's a long way up from the shallows of thievery and killing
lessons from the red sea
follow the decency within your heart, not the temptations of retribution
let it guide you through your adventures
your conscience will not stain, as you deserve
misdeeds stick like burning sap
regret is heavier than gold
you may seek a pirate's life but you are much more than piracy
nothing you can steal will ever be as powerful as your mercy
wishing you adventure and freedom on these beautiful seas
for there is no glory in these shackles of greed,
-kettle
Adventurer,
I got wind that you are approaching safer seas
we all adventure in our own way
yours no less than another
the high seas will be there
should it call to you
adventure lead to battle
battle lead back to adventure
pirate life lead to loss
loss lead to hunting
hunting lead to healing
healing lead to today
today leads to the unknown
your journey will not be the same but we share a love for the sea
even if there is distance between
you are the future
your story will be extraordinary
as you seek and explore, as you hunt, as you adventure and vanquish
the greatest treasure of the sea
those that add vibrancy to the horizon
those that sail with you through the storm
today is the day
every day
I hope you cherish the opportunity
a wonderful season passes by
change is in the air
nothing to fear
opponents, you made improvement possible
rewarding experiences from the challenge
fortunate, even in conflict
friendlies, the lifeblood of adventure
longevity made possible by your existence
your future shines bright
this is a beautiful environment
as true tomorrow as it has been today
Sunshine and Rainbows
as I was thinking about what I would name a guild
I found my 7th box of secrets
it lead me to thinking about music
one of my favorite experiences of life
2 songs started playing in my mind
Dio - Rainbow In The Dark
Johnny Cash - Man in Black
real, raw, reflective
both a part of the soundtrack to my experience.
there is a hopelessness in the lyrics
one that I can no longer enable with my own outlook
The environment is covered in frustration and criticism, conflict and loss
sometimes it makes it difficult to see the beauty that surrounds today
I'm thankful for sunshine and rainbows
I enjoy this experience
I hope that your next adventure is unforgettably rewarding
Happy Halloween
please be safe and keep off the moors
stick to the roads
unique existence, not a flaw, but a gift to encounter
kindness, a bridge to understanding
we are fortunate to have the opportunity
individuality is as beautiful as the painted sky
we aren't that different
it's wonderful that we aren't the same
life is not a mistake
it's a story with purpose
compassion is beauty within freedom
it strengthens community
I'm thankful that you are all here
I wish for your peace
I hope you and yours stay safe
merry adventures
Givin' thanks
for those that,
taught me that livin' is more than surviving
gave me time
showed me that kindness and forgiveness have permanent impact
I let down but have never forgotten
left behind inspiration and appreciation with the heartache
shine brighter than the stars around me
you,
the ones that are meant to be here
sometimes it just takes more time
where you are at, it doesn't make you any less
it's a chapter in a story that is worth adding pages to
this sandbox,
a beautiful place to build castles and express imagination
I hope you embrace your unique style, it'll make for a wonderful story
thank you for the privilege of sharing this experience with you all
merry adventures
Adventure,
always been there
through the loss and the beautiful
for that I will forever be thankful
an opportunity that I hope finds more tomorrow
you are worth your dreams
worth another tomorrow
worth your effort
that never changes
joy isn't just for stories
it's for you too
even when the seas are too rough to see it on the horizon
merry adventures
seasonal wishes
good health and healing for you and yours
enough of what you need to keep going
old friends and new adventures
preserved memories of livin' love
day dreams and nights full of hope
hunger only for peace
warmth for the cold and brokenhearted
togetherness for the lonely
respect and kindness for those that require care and treatment
resources for those that provide, for the critters as well
calm seas for those shaken by the storm
ponds from a painting, full of big bitin' fish for those trying to figure out how to live with it
a safe place to explore and fight monsters for those growing up in a nightmare
I hope you sail on,
merry adventures
Adventurer,
I hope the new year brings you new opportunities
to adventure, explore, sail
a rejuvenated confidence to journey through and to the unknown
thank you for the encounters
the passing waves, the battles, the random experiences
happy hunting & merry adventures
It's adventure
there is no skill requirement
no obligation to impress or follow
the adventurer is worth the adventure
worth being a part of the crew
piracy is freedom from conformity
the journey not defined by performance or outcome
I hope you don't fear, sacrifice, or dismiss your individuality
or that of another
it's a gift and an opportunity to share
once again, floating on the eve of change
thank you, good fortune
merry adventures
I've been hunting and adventuring a long time
it's a beautiful season
adventure is wonderful
I look forward to it every day
for that I am thankful
I appreciate the encounters
the effort from all involved
the risk
the reward
I am fortunate for the opportunity to enjoy my time here
I hope you find time to dive into your own adventures
happy hunting
merry adventures
The hunt on these seas is like no other
a ferry ride is temporary
the ship returns from the depths of combat
surrounded by opponents but not enemies
often marked as unforgiving
but this experience is full of forgiveness
opportunity lives
we thrive
the beauty is undeniable
from scenery to community
what great fortune this adventure has been
sail on
merry adventures
revenge is not accountability
it doesn't inspire change of the heart or mind
to instill fear and embarrassment is to diminish potential
it robs us all
mistakes require healing to become wisdom
we've all been shown grace in our pirate lives
paying it forward adds purpose to the past
and opportunity for the future
this season has been fun and rewarding
frustrating and disheartening
it has taken turns, for better and for worse
adventure is worth it, adventuring is such an incredible privilege
gonna ride it out, as so many times before
may we all find inspiration to pay it forward
the kindness and understanding we have been shown along the way
happy adventures
dwindling encounters once again looming on the horizon
secrets spoiled
ghost sightings far and near
shiny overindulgence
significance fades
hunter, hunter?, ..?
I find no joy in sinking pirate ships
nor reward through theft of farmers
combat in defense, a means to an end
rarity is the treasure I seek
I prepare for tomorrow as I approached today
thankful in frustration
hungry to hunt
appreciative for luck and love and this beautiful sea of thieves
it is wonderful that you exist
good night, good work, sleep well
I'll most likely vanquish megalodons in the morning
The tale of the tall talers
I am hunting beneath the moon and above the roar
as quiet as it is dark
something catches my eye from the north
my nemesis, a brigantine approaches
shores of gold?
I prepare to defend
they hold fire and I return the courtesy as they sail by
unusual for a brigantine encounter
not long after..a kraken
a noise, a skeleton galleon
the brigantine is trapped
I sail to harvest
the megalodon that I have been hunting emerges
brigantine, kraken, skeleton galleon, megalodon
a glorious view
The crew of the brigantine send word
they are out of planks
could this be a trap?
I vanquish the megalodon
I sail into the ink
my sloop takes heavy damage from the kraken and the galleon
repair, fire, repair, fire
water rises
the galleon sinks
fire, fire, fire
the mighty kraken falls
they think I saved them
we just survived, together
I leave the loot and my supplies
sail away
The gift
I am hunting upon the open sea
a sloop approaches
I prepare for battle but instead they offer a locked ashen chest and say "happy anniversary"
gift? for me?
a wonderful act of kindness, thank you
The mega megalodon
nobody is around as I am harvesting a megalodon
or so I thought...
I hear a familiar sound
the sound of juggling in the water near the rear of the ship
close to the ship...too close
a victim of a classic blunder
I go flying into the air like an eagle over the sea
the juggling pirate was sent to the ferry
juggle, keg, ship, boom
I live to wander another day
thankful for encounter