The Deckhands

The Symbol of The Deckhands, which flies on the flag on their ship The Black Mako.

## Membership

### Members

Felkir Blackheart, Alexei Dashkovari, Flint Cinder, Griphook

### Allies

The Guardian Council, Twisted Fate, The Chaos Hounds

### Enemies

Obstinath, Shog-Ammonoth

The Deckhands are a group of adventurers who sail on The Black Mako. Often synonymous with the entire crew of the ship itself, The Deckhands are actually the crews most senior members. They are usually found engaging in high stakes adventures and heists, typically a result of their Captain Canis Absalom's meddling.

## History

The Deckhands were formed during the early days of Canis Absalom's pirating career. Initially comprised of just the captain and his first mate Felkir Blackheart, the small group would later have others join its ranks. Their rapid rise to infamy came about due to the crews hunger for glory and renown, an attitude spurred on and championed by their captain. Humility became a dirty word to the crew.

Canis originally had no desire to create the group, but over time saw that not only did his escapades and plans go more smoothly with powerful allies, but he himself was better for it as a person. Some of the groups earliest adventures included sinking the Chamber of Celefinis, a world ending source of magic fueled by Shog-Ammonoth. This was the adventure that Flint Cinder joined the ship and the ranks of The Deckhands, becoming something of a surrogate son to Canis.

The groups main focus had been on helping their captain claim the The Treasures of The Sea King, seven lost artifacts that would bestow upon the wielder ownership of the ocean. While none of the crew cared for the actual results of the quest, all wanted the glory that came with being the first to complete it.

In recent years The Deckhands have formed a close working relationship with The Flamefeathers and their captain Jaeger. Canis admires Jaeger's tenacity and unflinching attitude, and has helped the warrior in his quest to destroy The Holy City, forming The Alliance of Wolf and Wing.

Currently, Canis and The Deckhands have left the waters of Veiltouria in search of the seventh Sea Kings treasure, and have yet to return.

## Members

The Deckhands are comprised of:

* Canis Absalom, the shadar-kai Captain of the ship.
* Felkir Blackheart, a goliath Necromancer and the First Mate of the ship.
* Flint Cinder, a young human Sorcerer and munitions expert.
* Alexei Dashkovari, a vampire Assassin and the ships navigator.
* Griphook, leader of the ships kobold's and shipwright.

The Deckhands are all powerful fighters and magic wielders in their own right. When together with their captain they form an almost unstoppable force, capable of taking on any challenge.

## The Black Mako

The Black Mako is the ship that The Deckhands call home. An ancient vessel, long lost to the dark waters of The Great Deep, it was retrieved by Canis both due to its legend and for the opportunity to oppose Shog-Ammonoth. The many enchantments and spells woven into its structure make it perhaps the fastest ship on the four seas.

Not known for its offensive capabilities, The Mako's main weapon is the crew itself. Typical naval combat will see the powerful Deckhands leap upon their enemies ship, causing a large distraction, while the many kobold commando warriors who work aboard the Mako swim below the enemy ship and line it with explosives. Many aspiring captains have had their ships destroyed by Canis and his band of hoodlums, who typically will gladly give the surviving enemy crew a lift to shore. The motto of the Mako is "Bad blood attracts sharks, and fuck the Deep One, no man drowns", a sentiment many who sail the waters off the coast of Veiltouria now echo.