[center][h3]High Kingdom of Freishann[/h3][/center]
[center][b][u]Beiphum Keep, Asyhaven[/u][/b][/center]

The numerous candles kept the room lit, the generally blue color and the dim lighting to be received from such sources did create a melancholic mood in most times if not now. Various maps had hung around the walls, the Northern coast, the Western cities, the Southern coastline of Olira, as well as various navigational charts. All now strewn around the large table, accumulating in various corners as matters are decided. Sitting a Merchant Lord, a Grand Admiral, a Magus, and the High King and Queen.

“...Not even those who pay for their own security have been spared. These ‘Pirates’ [i]do[/i] appear to have Mages on every ship, from the current reports. And especially of the issue are the so-called ‘Red Junks’ which, as you know, are a threat to any civilized conduct over the waves. All good people of Freishann demand action.” The Merchant Lord sat down having conducted his speech to the four other members of the room. 

“In any case we need to call in the Emeralds.” The Woman in Freishannese admiralty garb stated plainly. “A few of their Living ships could deal with quite a number of these pirates. I’d feel a lot more comfortable tackling these unknowns with them, especially since they were able to call in such able magical support.”

“Yes, the mages are a concern to the Collegiums as well.” An older man, in his lower sixties, added. “I must thank both of you Grand Admiral Helestrái and Honorable Sir Pelíoros, such reliable reports are hard to come by.”

“Speaking of Mages,” Admiral Helestrái interceded, “How exactly can the Magi assist in this matter, Grand Magus?” 

“Well there are few Magi who do study the art of combat, they could serve on some of your vessels to combat the opposition.”

“Surely some of the others could use their diverse talents to assist in some way? After all, what is the point of training these skills if not to use them?”

“Admiral, you must be aware that most the Magi are not trained in a fighting situation. We are talking about educators and researchers in their own fields for the truly talented of course. I do not believe they would of much use.” He said before forestalling the Admiral, “However I believe that quite a number of the older Numeric Magi could be spared for such duties, sufficient to support the Combat Magi in any case.”

“It decided then, appropriate numbers of the Magi shall support the fleet, and Admiral you can lead the anti-piracy efforts. I do want to have an explanation of where exactly all these ships came from at some point, capturing for information would be a good first step.” High King Melaníonn continued as the Admiral made a gesture of acceptance. “As well I want those Magi on the Open seas fleet, they’ll be of less utility for the coastal patrols. Although I would like to see a pirate try to face down a proper squadron of galleys…”

“It would be wise to raise the readiness of the coastal troops. The last thing we need is raiders at a time when our fleet is less able to repel them.” High Queen Káhesh interrupted her husband’s musing.

Waving to acknowledge and accede to the idea the High King continued, “Now what was that report that you had Pelíoros?”

“As you wished for your Majesty. Here I have the report from Trader Oslarelúrd of the description of the Heavenly Sphere ships of the Southern seas, pertaining primarily to structural similarities that are apparent in the more detailed accounts of the Pirate vessels...”