The ship comes close and the sailors begin shouting "Heave to, in the name of the King."
Karlgeld and his crew comply and the ship soon comes to a stop, the other comes up along the side. Five armed sailors come aboard. Four of the men carry spears and dress plainly. The fifth is dressed in nice clothing under well fitted armor, carrying a sword and shield at his side.
"I am Captain Sambryl of the Blade of St. Martius. Who is in charge here?" The man looks around waiting for someone to step forward.
Karlgeld stands back eyeing the men warily as he fingers his axe.