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STATE ZERO | The Krakens

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"Dead Men's Cave"
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The salty breeze from the ocean blowing in your face, the peaceful sound of waves crashing against the shore, the ambient sound of seagulls squawking overhead, and all the alcohol a man could drink. It was a paradise in the apocalypse. The Krakens lived a prosperous life despite a living hell surrounding them. They were one of the older and largest bandit guilds. Nowhere near the age or size of the Hell Rats or the Crimm, but still very old and very sizable. Over the years, there had been a few Kraken Kings. Either because the last one was killed, a mutiny, or their term just expired. The Krakens were organized into five operating fleets, but at the end of the day, they were all under the banner of the Great Kraken.

The Krakens had a very interesting form of a government. There were five operating fleets- the Red Fury Fleet, the Black Death Fleet, the White Blade Fleet, the Purple Poison Fleet, and the Sea Devils Fleet. They used to be competing pirate crews until they were united by the first Kraken King, Otto "the Kraken" Reeves. That's where the name "Kraken King" originates from. It's homage to Otto. Otto was one of the best seafarers in Atlano. He was the one who assaulted an Atlani patrol and captured the "Hairy Bitch", the Citadel-class littoral combat ship and was able to set up an entire hideout in a cove on the coast. This gained the Krakens some notoriety with coastal settlements and attracted more members to join the Krakens. Otto was killed when he attempted to raid San Luis. But his First Mate, Buckley, was able to reform and refine the Krakens.

Every five years, an election is held. The whole process takes a month. First, each fleet holds an internal election to decide who the captain of the Fleet will be. If a captain is voted out but refuses to step down, they are executed along with all their supporters, which is a process sanctioned by all Fleets in order to uphold democracy. After the captain of a Fleet is voted in, all of the Krakens hold a nationwide election to determine the next Kraken King. These elections are usually based off of merit, although, occasionally, a large amount of voters can be bought. Some of the largest attracting factors to a candidate are the amount of ships in their fleet, the amount of slaves they own, the amount of wives they have, and what they've done for the Krakens. Women are not allowed to vote. They're also not allowed to go on raids. They're to stay home and take care of the kids, maintain the weapons, and whatnot for the raiders, identified as housemaidens. It's deep taboo in the Kraken culture to allow the woman to participate in combat.

The last king was Ragnar "Scar Eye" Irvine. He died from kidney failure. This gave you the opportunity to rise to power. Through vigorous campaigning and some occasional subterfuge and palm greasing, you were elected as the next Kraken King. It's only been a month after your election though, so you have plenty of time to fuck it up before the next election. The name of the Krakens is out there, mostly among those closest to the coast. Your largest enemy is the Atlani Government and the Wardens. You constantly attack their patrols on the highways and sea patrols around the San Luis and Port Claflin. Although, some of the survivor factions don't like your faction because of the presence of slavery.

There's a lot on your plate, but you have a big fork. How will you run the seas of Atlano?
 
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The wind was blowing a nice breeze. Elvin looked at the sky while a slave was serving him a small glass of Ale. "Now that's ale." he said taking the small glass. It was a luxury to have ale in this world and he loved it. He looked at the council around him. Only 1 month ago they where his opponents, now are his loyal allies. "Now gentlemen let's begin our meeting." Elvin said flipping a coin "It seems to me that we have been laxing on the raids.". The other captains where looking at him with interest as David "Shark Bait" Garza a small quick man pipes up "Wait a minute what do you mean we just came out of the election. We are trying to resupply the reserves we spent." "Uh tuh tuh tuh that's why your not the Kraken King "Shark Bait". See if we want to troops to be happy and the other bandit kings to like us we got to get our name out. You know brand recognition. As well we might be a little low on slaves and women..." he replied with a worried look on his face. " Well then we should start raiding again?" says a tall gruff man about 6'1. He is Daniel "Bullseye" Alamo of the Sea Devils. "Yes" Elvin says "I am proposing a new edict and project to start a massive raiding campaign against the smaller cities." "I want each ship to move across the coast and attack small, weak cities and keep out of the strong ones for now." he looks thoughtfully around it seemed only yesterday that these men where on the verge of revolt after their defeat but as they respect the laws of the Kraken they didn't. "Now for those who want to do this say Aye even thought I will do it no matter what you say I just want your support." the others look around and said in unison "Aye". "Ok so the Black Fleet will raid Freeborn, The White Blade will raid Cold spring harbor, The Purple Poison will raid Wabbaso and The Sea Devils will focus on supporting who ever needs help and on idle ships on the sea. Tell them who are the lord of the waves men. We will set up 10 people to start communication between fleets and my Red Fury Fleet will protect the cave in case the Atlani Government and their dogs those Wardens come or even worse..." The men suddenly look down knowing the danger those things present then they all laugh."Who am I kidding they have boosted profit for us!" Elvin laughed.
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(You don't have to @ me. I usually respond fairly quickly. Plus, you don't have to describe the actions of others or their physical descriptions. I got you covered.)

The other four captains laugh with you and you toast with mugs of ale. After a period of small talk and other general conversation, the meeting is dismissed. The captains head to their parts of the hideout. Although, while the others leave, Daryl "Bobo" Combs, captain of the Purple Poison Fleet straggles behind for a minute.

"Regarding the long-distance communications, that'll be a tad difficult. The Hairy Bitch, Tortuga, and Rover should be able to communicate with each other and the base no problem because of the bucket-heads and the communications systems that built into their ships. The issue is when it comes to White Blades and Sea Devils. They've only got sloops. There are Govvy outposts that probably have this equipment, but they're going to be inland," he says and then walks out to go debrief his crew.
 
Elvin looks at him saying "well then who owns this equipment? I'd be happy to liberate it from them." He smiled and said "If we could get that equipment we could set up a fully functioning communication system making a massive scale raid much easier don't you think." He turned towards Daryl
 
"That's a matter of how far inland you want to go to find the radio setup," Daryl says.
 
Looking at the map laid up on the wall he looked thoughtfully "How about near Waucoma? Here on the right side maybe we can scavenge some equipment and if there are people... Well they would be dead men." he looked at the area and sighed and taking a drink from his mug chuckled
 
"Waucoma is home to a prison complex but nothing else. It doesn't have any capabilities for long-range communication. We could position some men near the intersection of IH-7 and IH-8, near Fort Kenton and wait for a Govvy patrol," Daryl suggests. "Or, we could just raid Fort Kenton, but that'd have a major risk factor considering it's the largest military government outside Sentinel or the Peninsula. It's up to you, boss."
 
Looking as if in conflict he mutters "There must be a third option, there is always a third option..." then shaking his head he says "We will dispatch 2 groups of 10 to scout each area tell them not to engage or fight but if necessary make sure it is quite kills." he looks and says "Make sure you chose the most quite men from each fleet." His shield glistened and then says "We could also make a new communication center here and increase the infrastructure and maybe defenses ... what do you think Daryl?"
 
"Well, we already have a long-range radio setup here at Dead Men's Cave, and we have a very defensible position. The only place of attack would have to come through the opening to the sea, which severely limits the ability for an attack on-foot. Although, if we were to create artillery positions in the cliff face, we'd be better prepared against a naval attack," Daryl says.
 
"Hm better safe than sorry. OK we will make a team of 10 to build the starts of the artillery positions." He looked and then thinking said "Actually we need slaves for that. We should raid the nearest villages for slaves and women for the men." He laughed lightly for he, himself indulged in the sinful act of pretty local women who now work for the men.
 
"Aye. I'll organize a raiding party from my fleet and I'll pass on your orders to the other captains. In regards to the artillery positions though, we'll have to either trade with someone or raid one of the larger factions for an artillery piece. I don't think one of the 'proper'-" Daryl says using air quotes, "factions will be willing to trade with us, so we'll probably need to organize an assault on someone else. Before that though, let me try to get word from one of my friends in The Hub, they might know a connection," Daryl says.

The Hub is a shanty town in Comstock. It's full of criminals from the wasteland. Warlords, slavers, mercenaries, thieves, the whole lot. The Hub would be a good place to hire mercenaries or buy firearms and ammunition.
 
"Ok good but I will come with you I need to get out of here before my men have my head with their complaints for the past week." he laughed and said "Plus the Hub is the best place for common criminals to try their hand and I like to see them try."
 
"Duo an escort would bring too much attention and that could spread word to our enemies." he looked at his desk and said "The knowledge that all 5 of the captains are out of Dead Men's Cave can not be told to anyone for our enemies could take advantage of that." he looked at where the town is and said " What do you think is the best way to travel?" maybe by
van like one of those old movies they shown?" Elvin had a collection of old films that he liked to watch and that is where his love for sword and shield is.
 
"It's not a good idea for all five of us to leave the hideout. You and I will go to Comstock. We could walk or take a sedan. One would obviously take less time than the other, but there's no roads that aren't patrolled by the government. We could make a bee line to Camargo and pass through the fields and Freeborn. The trip would probably take a day or two."
 
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"ok we will walk there better if those bastards never see us." Elvin slowly walks over to a cupboard and starts to put on his guns and ammo. "Still they better be started on the artillery positions by the time we are back. i know those men and oh boy are they lazy."
(Sry was busy)
 
(No issue.)

"Well, I'll make sure they have orders to dig out the trenches, but until we actually bring back an artillery piece, they can't install anything," Daryl reminds you. "If that's not all, I'll relay all your wishes to the appropriate figures and we'll be on our way."
 
"Yes please do that as well make sure they keep the slaves in check. They have been a bit too life full for my liking." Elvin knew that if the slaves had hope or any life in them they can try to run away or revolt which, impossible would just be annoying and a waste of time and resources. "As well how many women are pregnant? Just interested as we might need more sailors in the near Future."
 
"Aye cap'n, the will of the slaves will be broken. In regards to carrying women, there are eleven who are pregnant. If that is all, I will go dispatch your orders," Daryl says.

1 Derrin Stitt - Shirly Hermann [6 months]
2 Xavier Jones - Tammy Garcia [4 months]
3 Jose Brown - Alissa Smith [7 months]
4 Andre McCroy - Connie Newman [8 months]
5 Paul Owens - Jessica Hoover [3 months]
6 Jason Delossantos - Victoria Johnson [3 months]
7 Steven Yon - Clara Phillips [1 month]
8 Oscar Dozier - Nicole Lee [2 months]
9 Terry Marshall - Leslie Abney [5 months]
10 Jason Young - Debra Lamb [7 months]
11 Wayne Overholt - Jill Ditto [8 months]
 
"Ok good thank you. You may leave now." he looked at the list that Daryl gave him and started to read it. "Huh no way Andre's wife is pregnant! wow never knew he had the balls." he laughed and looking at a slave that was walking by said "You there slave. You and 3 others are to pack 5 days worth of food and supplies and If me or anyone else see anything wrong with it, it will be your head flying or worse the pit.."
 
"Right away sir," Daryl says, taking his leave.

"Yes master," the slave says before scurrying off to fulfill his duties.

A raiding party from the Purple Poison fleet has been arranged. A group of 25 men will be taking the Rover. They'll be commanded by William Hood. They will perform raids on Freeborn, June Park, and Cold Spring Harbor.
  1. ♂ William Hood | Veteran Pirate | Machine Pistol [24/24], Automatic Rifle [30/30] |
  2. ♂ Paul Owens | Veteran Pirate | Service Rifle [20/20], PDW [33/33] |
  3. ♂ Michael Hereford | Veteran Pirate | Compact SMG [20/20], Trenchknife |
  4. ♂ Charles Ramirez | Recruit | Crowbar |
  5. ♂ Dave Shinn | Veteran Pirate | Automatic Shotgun [10/10] |
  6. ♂ Matt Solomon | Veteran Pirate | Automatic Rifle [30/30] |
  7. ♂ Derrin Stitt | Recruit | Knife |
  8. ♂ Kenny Fallis | Pirate | Bull Pup Rifle [25/25] |
  9. ♂ Ricky Levine | Veteran Pirate | Magnum [6/6] |
  10. ♂ Justin Cope | Veteran Pirate | Uzi [16/16] |
  11. ♂ Stephen Cornette | Pirate | Crossbow [1/1], Spear |
  12. ♂ Erick Largo | Recruit | Assault Shotgun [15/15] |
  13. ♂ Jose Brown | Pirate | Automatic Rifle [30/30] |
  14. ♂ Charlie Hall | Recruit | Tactical Carbine [30/30] |
  15. ♂ Byron Mead | Recruit | Longbow [1/1] |
  16. ♂ Nathan Monroe | Recruit | Revolver [5/5] |
  17. ♂ Russell Meeks | Recruit | Cleaver |
  18. ♂ David Bales | Pirate | 9mm Pistol [12/12], Heavy Assault Rifle [20/20] |
  19. ♂ Alex Reed | Recruit | Machine Pistol [24/24] |
  20. ♂ Douglas Griffin | Veteran Pirate | Compact SMG [20/20], Service Pistol [10/10] |
  21. ♂ Terry Marshall | Pirate | Bull Pup Rifle [25/25] |
  22. ♂ Anthony Kenyon | Pirate | Swiss Knife |
  23. ♂ Jason Delossantos | Recruit | Pump Shotgun [6/6] |
  24. ♂ Thomas Bishop | Recruit | Crossbow [1/1] |
  25. ♂ Charles Ramirez | Recruit | Crowbar |

Twenty men have gathered to go scout Fort Kenton and near the IH-7 and IH-8 intersection. They will each return in two days.
  1. ♂ Daniel Nguyen | Veteran Pirate | Carbine [42/42], Claw Hammer |
  2. ♂ Harold Gutierrez | Veteran Pirate | Bull Pup Rifle [25/25], Claw Hammer |
  3. ♂ Raymon Resendiz | Pirate | Knife |
  4. ♂ Harold Grimes | Recruit | Hunter's Rifle [1/1], Knife |
  5. ♂ Jack Horner | Veteran Pirate | Automatic Rifle [30/30], Mini Uzi [16/16] |
  6. ♂ Geoffrey Nolan | Veteran Pirate | Uzi [16/16], 9mm Pistol [12/12] |
  7. ♂ Edward Willis | Pirate | Service Pistol [10/10], Claw Hammer |
  8. ♂ Paul Lee | Recruit | Compact SMG [20/20] |
  9. ♂ Michael Baldwin | Pirate | Pump Shotgun [6/6] |
  10. ♂ Benjamin Tucker | Veteran Pirate | Double Barrel [2/2], Axe |
  1. ♂ John Schwartz | Pirate | Baseball Bat, Knife |
  2. ♂ Xavier Jones | Recruit | Heavy Assault Rifle [20/20], Hatchet |
  3. ♂ Spencer Williams | Recruit | Swiss Knife |
  4. ♂ Charles Starr | Veteran Pirate | Compound Bow [1/1], Brass Knuckles, Crowbar |
  5. ♂ Carlos Mills | Pirate | Automatic Rifle [30/30], Knife |
  6. ♂ Van Wilkinson | Pirate | Pump Shotgun [6/6] |
  7. ♂ Don Raymond | Recruit | Bull Pup Rifle [25/25], Frying Pan |
  8. ♂ Ralph Saylor | Veteran Pirate | Assault Shotgun [10/10], Crowbar |
  9. ♂ Robert Ruiz | Veteran Pirate | Spear, Baseball Bat |
  10. ♂ Rob Olmstead | Pirate | Service Rifle [20/20] |

a trench dug out to support the use of artillery, built into the cliff face.
0 Materials Needed
500 Production
this installs a piece of artillery into an already-existing trench
0 Materials
150 Production

The slaves you instructed to pack you and Daryl's equipment has done so dutifully. You have enough rations and water to last two people five days. The slaves also made sure to give you the best food available to the hideout.

REMINDERS
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A slave is 1/2 of a survivor but produces the same amount of production. This means that you can assign 20 slaves without the addition of a foreman. If you appoint a Level 1 Foreman to a crew, you can assign 30 slaves to a project and generate 300 production per day.

A Foreman is a settler who has been appointed to that position. No prior experience or skills is required. Although, once appointed as a foreman, that settler can no longer partake in raids or other missions until they step down from their position as a foreman.

Tools can increase production of an independent worker by an x amount, depending on the project, but it most be explicitly written which tools are given to the crew. These tools can be taken out of the crew's inventory at any point in time.
 
Taking his things he walked out of the building and started to walk around the base. It was busing with slaves and housemaid walking about with some sailors here or there. Walking to the exit he went to a patch of grass and lay down relaxing until Daryl will arrive.
(Sry nothing at the moment to really write)
 
"Aye Cap'n. Let's head off then," Daryl says as he walks to where you're waiting. "Our first stop will be in Freeborn. Before we leave, are you positive there's nothing else you want to take?"
 
Thinking he says "Maybe currency or some goods to haggle with. Makes us less suspicious and also can earn us a pretty pennies if we need to buy us artillery later on. Just a light load nothing big." he nodded and said "But other than that we should be back in less than a week. We'll be fine."
 
"Right away sir," Daryl says as he heads back inside to the hideout. He comes out a few minutes later with a plastic bag full of miscellaneous items. Silverware, jewelry, and a wad of Atlani dollars. "The most we could buy with this is probably two machine guns, but not an artillery piece. We'll have to supply an IOU for that," Daryl reports. "Do you want me to take more or should we head out now?"
 
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