Joseph sat in his private study in the beautiful city of Antoinette. His mind clear, and his heart ready for the days to come, when a sudden knocking on the door came. "Come in, you have already disturbed the quiet I once had, might as well get some work done." A fairly scrawny boy, who looked no older than thirteen walked in carrying a small letter.

"Sir, there have been reports of a mysterious boat off the coast." The Boys still high pitched voice sent a shudder down his shoulders, as Joseph had already had his fill of nonsense for one night, but continued to look at the letter noting everything it had to say.

"This is utterly ridiculous, but whoever is behind it could be a threat." He set the note down, and quickly started writing a new one.

"Send this letter to Bastilio Vasquez, head of house Vasquez, do you know how to get to their house boy?" he whispered in a soft, but cynical tone.

"Yes sir, I shall give him this letter immediately."

"Good, then hurry on, I don't have all night to wait for you to leave." He then turned his chair to view the large window behind him as the small boy left the room.

[b] Letter to House Vasquez [/b]

To Bastilio Vasquez, head of House Vasquez, Master of the Boat and Sea

There have been numerous sightings of what one might call a ghost ship that goes by the name of 'Mighty Hammer.' Now though the idea of it is absolutely rubbish, I do believe that someone is behind this, and I command that you start production of a new fleet of ships immediately. This of course comes with the fact that we will also need to protect more trade routes, and it will be also prepare us to defend against any future enemies. I believe that two Frigates, and four Barques will be fine for now, but come the next season when our pockets fill we shall need more.