Sailors of Fortune

Sailors of Fortune, known as the Pirate Culture, is a seafaring tradition renowned for daring adventures, camaraderie, and a code of freedom. Their vibrant dress, art, and cuisine reflect their unique way of life. Legends of their exploits have left an enduring legacy on history and folklore, inspiring both awe and trepidation.

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

The most fearless ladies of the seas went by Isabella, Adira, Lirien, Sable, Lucinda, Seraphina, Sally.

Masculine names

The rugged and fearless males of the seas went by Thorne, Samuel, Dante, Aric, Darian, Eamon.

Family names

Family names of the notorious pirates that sailed the great seas of the world of stendaaris. These legendary pirates had the family names of Blackwood, Rodriguez, Nightshade, Winters, Russo, and Darkwater.

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

A mix of common languages spoken across the seas, with various pirate dialects developed through interaction and trade.

Culture and cultural heritage

A legacy of boldness, courage, and free-spirited adventure that resonates through the generations of pirates, creating a tight-knit community of maritime warriors.

Shared customary codes and values

Honor among thieves, loyalty to the crew, respect for the Pirate King/Queen, adherence to the Pirate Code, freedom, and the pursuit of treasure and adventure.

Average technological level

The Dark Tide, The Crimson Corsairs, The Hammer Division, The Shadow Division, The Bloodied Blades, The Scarlet Scourge, and The Dragon Fleet.

Common Etiquette rules

Addressing one another with pirate titles (Captain, Matey, etc.), raising a toast before setting sail, and respecting the division of loot according to the Pirate Code.

Common Dress code

Known for their rugged, flamboyant, and individualistic attire, adorned with trinkets and symbols of their divisions and achievements.

Art & Architecture

Ships adorned with elaborate figureheads and sails painted with the pirates' insignias. The Salty Sparrow's and the Crimson Citadel showcase impressive architecture with hidden compartments and defensive measures.

Foods & Cuisine

Hearty and diverse dishes made from plundered provisions and exotic spices, enjoyed during raucous feasts and celebrations.

Common Customs, traditions and rituals

Parleys, singing sea shanties, raising the Jolly Roger, and symbolic rituals before setting sail to invoke the favor of the sea spirits.

Coming of Age Rites

Young pirates undergo trials and tests to prove their worth and readiness to join the crew as full-fledged members.

Funerary and Memorial customs

Pirates honor fallen comrades by sending them to a watery grave or creating memorials on remote islands, reminding future generations of their bravery.

Common Taboos

Betraying the Pirate Code, turning on one's crew, and violating the sanctuary of The Salty Sparrow's are among the most severe taboos.

Common Myths and Legends

The Legend of Captain Sally Sparrow and Her Missing Treasure The Tale of the Cursed Kraken's Gold The Ghost Ship of the Shadow Fleet The Enigma of the Whispering Sirens The Elusive Map of the Crimson Isle The Revenge of the Scarlet Tide's Wrathful Ghost

Historical figures

Pirate King Thorne "Death Whisperer" Blackwood, Pirate Queen Adira "The Crimson" Blackwood, Pirate Duke Aric "Skull Shredder" Winters, Captain Samuel "Ironheart" Rodriguez, and Commodore Lirien "Stealthy Stiletto" Nightshade.