River Warden
(a.k.a. The Ferryman)
The River Warden is a malevolent figure who is obsessed with receiving payment for deals that have not been repaid. He revels in the desperation and fear of those who are in his debt, and takes great pleasure in ferrying them across the River of Souls to their final destination in the afterlife.
Those who try to cheat or escape from the River Warden find themselves at the mercy of his wrath, and he will stop at nothing to ensure that he receives what is owed to him. He is known to use his magical powers to ensnare his victims, trapping them in illusions or manipulating them into agreements that will bind them to him forever.
Despite his evil nature, the River Warden is respected and feared by many in the pirate underworld. He is a master of dark magic and has built up a network of powerful allies and informants. The mere mention of his name is enough to strike fear into the hearts of even the bravest of sailors, and many go to great lengths to avoid crossing his path.
In his own twisted way, the River Warden sees himself as a necessary force in the pirate world. He believes that without him, chaos would reign and the weak would be preyed upon by the strong. To this end, he takes great pride in his work, and considers himself to be a vital part of the delicate balance of power that exists in the world of piracy.
