You are a traveller, seeking your fortune among the islands of the Sea of Nenufar.
You are currently on Barik, which serves as a trading point between the eastern and western island chains. It's a small
island, but because of its location is a hub of social and commercial activity.
You're in a tavern, sitting at the bar. The old salt next to you buys you an ale and
strikes up a conversation. He says he has a proposition for you, but it's not safe to talk here. He tells you to meet him
at the docks at midnight and make sure you're not followed.
Later, at the docks, you see an old wino with a bottle coughing & wheezing.
When he looks up at you, you recognize him as the old salt. He tells you about the map and that he's looking for
a few good men to help him find the other map pieces and the treasure. When you ask him where the map is now,
he tells you that you'll see it soon enough - he wants to know that he has your complete loyalty first.
Before you can assure him, you hear shouts from the other end of the street,
followed by gunshots. The old salt has been hit and pulls you close as he whips out his pistol. "I'll hold 'em off...
you must get the map," he instructs you. He tells you where the map and his money are hidden. "Go to Bob the
Ship Merchant tomorrow and procure a ship," he continues. "If I don't meet you there by noon, it means I ain't comin'
'cause I'm bloody well dead, and you must seek the treasure for yourself." You can: