With no time to spare, you decide to take the chance and climb to the crow's nest, seeking refuge from the brutal confrontation below. As you ascend the rope, the sounds of battle fade into the background, replaced by the cawing of circling gulls above. The salty wind whips through your hair as you reach the safety of the crow's nest, high above the deck. From this vantage point, you see the chaos unfolding below: Gavin Bloodaxe and Sir Percival locked in a deadly duel, their crews battling fiercely around them. Suddenly, a deafening boom rocks the ship as cannon fire erupts from both sides, tearing through the wooden planks and sending shards flying. In the midst of this violent clash, you spot an opportunity to turn the tide of the battle. A mysterious figure emerges from the shadows of the mast, clad in tattered robes and wielding a gleaming sword. They call out to you, offering a chance to end the bloodshed once and for all. Will you ally yourself with this enigmatic stranger, or will you remain a neutral observer perched high above the fray?