[COR-FB] Repairing for duty

[Bregir]

During the recent conflict on Terraversa, Cooke had been through quite an ordeal. Having landed in the dark of night at the center of an Oleonese insurrection, he gave himself in to the local authorities after failing to escape the settlement. Being subjected to a long and taxing interrogation, he was transferred to Kings Port in disgrace under accusations of being a spy, where he languished in jail, until the storm on Kings Port posed for him an opportunity to escape.

Having travelled across wartorn Terraversa, and been on the brink of capture, he was finally found by his countrymen. After a short recovery, he returned to duty, assisting in the fortification of South Silitholina.

Shortly thereafter, though, he had fallen ill with a malady most likely contracted in the dungeons of Kings Port, striking him down with a dangerous fever. Montoya had called upon his full medical facilities, but had feared for his friend. To avoid the spread of the disease, he had been isolated in the Pine Island Monastery, the very same place diplomatic talks was being held.

"My dear friend, you are up and about! What joy!" Montoya exclaimed. "Truth be told, I had feared for your existence." And after a pause... "Young Baker and I have taken turns to sit at your bedside... In your feverish rantings, you said some rather... indiscreet things that we could not let others hear."

"I thank you much for your attentions, Isaac. I am certain I owe my survival to your care and competence." Cooke stretched and sat up. "How long have I been indisposed? My body feels weak and spent."

"Longer than I care for, longer than I care for. The squadron has sailed. The Greyhound has been passed on. You are still on Terraversa, and apart from the Lotus Empire, we are at peace."

A look of dismay came over Cooke. "I am without a ship? I must have a ship! Glory will slip through our fingers if I cannot regain a quarterdeck!"

"Calm yourself, my friend. You are not yet your old powerful self... Give it a few days..." Montoya tried to calm his friend. "I know for certain a ship has recently arrived in Westface without a captain, so no need to rush yerself."

Picking up his uniform, hat, and sword, Cooke headed for the door, dressing hastily and motioning Montoya to follow. "A ship, you say! In such case, there is not a moment to lose! Time and tide waits for no man!"

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After a prolonged absence I am returned! And for that, a suitable story an trying to recreate Ayrlego's awesome Pine Island Monastery seemed just perfect!

[Justsomebrix]

The Return of the King! I really like the monastery and the story was very fitting as well

[Bodi]

Nice build, I see Cooke's accomodation hasn't improved much even he's no more in captivity.

[Brickwolf]

Nice build. Welcome back @Bregir!

[Jeff of Clubs]

Love those builds! Especially the bridge. The clothing rack technique in this build is pretty slick and the extra work on the window frame pops nicely. Now get you a ship!

Edited December 17, 2021 by Jeff of Clubs

[Professor Thaum]

Nice one, and clever "copy" of the monastery... especially the roof.

Should we fear some fever outbreak on the brick seas ? Did Cooke ate some bat or some pangolin ? Will Terraversa become the epicentre of a new mutant virus ?

[NOD]

I didn't know that Cooke was in so many topics. Later I will read from the beginning. I like the interior, it looks like a monastery. The holders with the candles on the wall are interesting. The outside area is also well built. I noticed it had guards from Oleon and Corrington. Where's Eslandola? 

[evancelt]

Looks great @Bregir! Glad to have Cooke (and you!) back in action

3 hours ago, Professor Thaum said:

Will Terraversa become the epicentre of a new mutant virus ?

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