The Northwind

Before druids had begun watching over the Blackwood Grove, lumberjacks had been felling trees for nearly a century. The last project that was completed before druids fended off the settlers was a massive galleon. A ship christened The Northwind. The ship was the largest of its kind, the first and greatest of the tall ships. It was designed by Bulli Renglefrodoburg, a legendary gnomish shipwright. Initially it was financed by the Talons of the Coast to be used in their quests, but the ship proved strangely difficult to sail, and so was sold off as an independent merchant vessel. It was not until Captain Hargam Windsorrow that things changed for the crew of the Northwind.

Due to the primal magic awakened in the treated Blackwood, Hargam felt that the ship was more than a hunk of wood; he believed that she was alive. And so, the new captain began to treat the ship as though she were part of the crew. This practice proved fruitful, as the crew and their expeditions became lucrative. Ever since then The Northwind has been sailing the seas of Eliosara, trekking from one grand adventure to the next. And the reverence the crew shows for the ship is central to the philosophy of each captain the ship has had since Hargam.

The Northwind is an iconic vessel, with a legendary repertoire of sorites and journeys. She boasts an eclectic crew from all over the globe; some of the greatest sailors out there. But most notably is that The Northwind is somewhat alive. The magical wood that she is crafted of has awakened, and thus the ship yearns to be out on the seas, looking for the next exciting expedition.

Officers and Notbale Crew

Captain Delphine Arkantos
Bosun Merinas Covanos
Quatermaster Zohlah Heir
Navigator Ilri of the Westbend
Helmsmen Ronald Drake
Carpenter Elmanthorn
Gunner Benny
Ship Mage Sanzin Rosecloak
Doctor Iklan Metalbreaker
Cook Ruben Othenlo

Propulsion

The Northwind normally uses the standard compliment of sails; course, topsail, and topgallant. But can deploy corresponding studding sails for longer hauls and greater speed.
Speed swim 60 feet (wind)
Sluggish This vehicle must move twice its length for each 90-degree turn it makes

Piloting

Piloting Check Sailing Lore (DC 28), Diplomacy (30), or Intimidation (DC 29)

Weapons & Armament

The Northwind is equipped with twenty heavy guns on a single gundeck, a full magazine, and four large alchemical ballistae posted on the bow and stern. The bow is reinforced with banned steel, making it particularly deadly upon collision.
Collision 8d10 (DC 28)
Cannon 6d12 (DC 23)

Armor and defense

The hull of the Northwind is crafted from Blackwood, giving it magical durability and strength.
AC 30; Fort +20
Hardness 20, HP 190 (BT 80 Immunities critical hits, object immunities, precision damage; Weaknesses 5 fire until broken

Level
14
Size
Gargantuan
Traits
Magic
Class
Galleon

Creation Date

Year 800 of the Third Era

Width

50 ft.

Length

150 ft.

Height

35 ft.

Speed

swim 60 feet (wind)

Complement / Crew

1 captain, 7 officers, 60 crew

Cargo & Passenger Capacity

1,500 bulk, 20 passengers