It is the glorious year of 1716 AD. The long War of Spanish Succession has just ended, and the political climate of Europe has changed forever. Not that you care about that. No, you care that your job aboard one of the naval ships in the Atlantic is no longer needed and you've been given your last pay and your walking papers. But the trade routes overflow with gold, spices, sugar, and slaves and you have plenty of skill aboard a ship. What better time to turn to the fine profession of robbing, pillaging, and piracy? Now you find yourself in the haven of Nassau, looking for a chance to begin a journey out to sea and make your fortune.