The Black Doom

The Black Doom is a legendary ship belonging to Dread Captain Victor "devil' Vane, striking fear into all who encounter it on the high seas. This imposing vessel, with its sleek black hull and towering black sails, exudes an aura of dread and invincibility. The main sail bears a massive, menacing green insignia of a skull adorned with a tricorn captain's hat, from which flames ominously spout, signaling doom to its enemies. Armed with over a hundred cannons, swivel guns, and mortars, the Black Doom is a floating fortress, capable of unleashing devastating broadsides. Its thick wooden hull, reinforced with iron, provides formidable defense, while the crew of 600 hardened pirates ensures its supremacy in battle. Whether under sail or oar, the Black Doom moves with a relentless determination, its fearsome appearance and overwhelming firepower making it the undisputed terror of the seas.

Power Generation

Wind power harnessed by its sails Supplementary power from oars rowed by crew (in case of emergencies or calm seas)

Propulsion

Primary: Large square-rigged sails on three masts Secondary: Rowing by crew (typically used in battle maneuvers or when wind is unfavorable)

Weapons & Armament

100+ cannons (distributed on multiple gun decks, including long guns and carronades) 20 swivel guns (mounted on the ship's railings for close combat) Complement of small arms (muskets, pistols, cutlasses) for the crew Mortars and bombards for launching explosive shells

Armor and defense

Thick wooden hull reinforced with iron bands and plates, particularly around the waterline and vital areas High, sturdy bulwarks to provide cover for gunners and defenders Reinforced masts and rigging to resist enemy fire Gun ports with heavy covers to protect cannons and gunners when not in use The ship's size and intimidating presence serve as a psychological defense, deterring potential attackers

Class

Man O' War

Owner

Victor Vane

Crew

• Victor Vane

Owning Organization

The Court of Blackheart

Current location

Buccaneer's Landing

Price

200,000 gp

Rarity

Legendary

Width

50 ft

Length

200 ft

Height

180 feet

Weight

2,000 tons

Speed

10 knots

Complement / Crew

600 crew members

Cargo & Passenger Capacity

Cargo Capacity: 500 tons Passenger Capacity: 50 passengers (in addition to the crew)