April 20th, 2009
Cap Hillis here. It’s been a strangely large number of you good folk stopping by here lately, and I have to say it’s good to see, and you’re welcome here! Hen and I been counting our coins carefully, scraping through the winter months. But now the street outside is all muck and weeds, which is a sure sign Spring has come to Hangman’s Cliffs. Carts and wagons are plentiful, and if a wheel or two gets stuck, why I’m happy to serve up a mug to those coming inside to scrounge up a few rough hands who can help unstuck it.
A good number of you strangers in town are asking about the events of several years back, as much legend as fact, tales of how Damrick Fellows and his band of Hell’s Gatemen took on the scourge of piracy. While few are alive who know those tales from the inside, or will admit to it, I’m happy to tell what I know. Sit down, have a pipe and a mug, and if you don’t mind too much the company of simple fishermen we’ve much to tell here. And if you’ve got questions, why ask away!
–Cap
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January 7th, 2008
When I was young, and lookin’ for a place to collect my thoughts and avoid a few chores, I couldn’t do better than that little bed of pebbles next to the creek, right under the footbridge about a half mile up. I never did read much back then unless I had to, but I can understand that if you’re the readin’ sort, takin’ a book to such a spot would be a pleasant experience. Seems our friend Billy Goat is not so gruff at such times. Least ways, not always. Take a read about his readin’… it’s right kindly.
http://www.booksunderthebridge.com/
–Cap
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November 8th, 2007
Another rumor for the mill. A sturdy soul name of Jake Chism has weighed in on the Kingdom of Nearing Vast and the doings hereabouts. You can even scratch out a little note to him, if you go to his place of business…
http://bookshelfreview.blogspot.com/
–Cap
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October 25th, 2007
A lass by the name of April Gardner has been whispering about Firefish, and about our Packer Throme and his Panna. You can listen in…
http://www.titletrakk.com/hand_that_bears_polivka.html
–Cap
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October 12th, 2007
Excellent idea, Becky…
Check out the Captain’s Log for a few snapshots.
–Bryan
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October 11th, 2007
The Town and Country Public Library of Elburn Illinois is a fine establishment, and I recommend it highly. Many thanks to those who stopped by, and particularly to Sue and Kathy and Cathy, who run the place. A delightful autumn afternoon.
–Bryan
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October 4th, 2007
Cap again. Just saw that writer who spends so much time here. He told me he’s going home. Now, I haven’t traveled farther than the Nearing Plains for supplies since I was born, and my father ran this pub before me. So it’s hard for me to imagine what it’s like to head back to your hometown after being gone more than thirty years. Thirty! Well, he’s doing it, and I know he’s got a lot of memories just spinnin’ in his noggin. So I just swatted him on the back and told him good luck. Head over to the Captain’s Log, for more details. If you’re from there, or will be there, a little place called Elburn, you might stop in and say hey. I doubt you’ll find many brigands, pirates, or Firefish, but do let me know if you run into any. Stop by afterward and give me the story. I try to keep up with these things.
–Cap Hillis
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September 26th, 2007
Hi, Cap here. Well, there’s been a lot of activity for a while, but things have slowed down considerably now. Finally. Not that I mind the business, it’s just that there comes a time when a few regulars swapping stories about Firefish is fine with me. Since being appointed the official loremaster of all these events, I’ve been doing double duty, minding the pub while trying to fill in the missing pieces. Thank goodness or Hen, or I’d never have kept up.
I’ve just about wrapped up the Muster, with the roll of characters? I thought that would be particularly helpful for readers who want to refresh their memories between volumes one and two, or two and three… when the final installment finally arrives. The Warcraft is almost finished as well. Let me know what you think.
–Cap Hillis
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September 20th, 2007
Congratulations, Amber! Here’s your entry, entitled “Mutiny on the Viva!”
Ahoy, me mateys! Are ye burnin’ out from pillagin’ and ransackin’? Do ye feel trapped by yer jobs? Tied down by yer low pay an’ no chance o’ advancement? Arrh!Join yer fellow mateys next Saturdee fer mutiny again’ Ol’ Cap’n Pegfemur. No more committin’ o’ crimes ter fill his scurvy coffers. We’ll make the cap’n walk the plank, convert his ol’ barge inter a sleek cruise ship, an’ do good fer a change. We’ll sail the high seas chargin’ the landlubbers a mighty bucket o’ cash fer a ride, then entertain disadvantaged wee mateys in themed summer camps on the Viva herself!Ye know, as a matter o’ course, yer not ter speak o’ this ter Cap’n Pegfemur. He ne’er forgave me fer causin’ the need fer his peg femur in the first place. ‘Tis still but a scurvy subject between us. I only meant ter swat the mosquiter with me sword. ‘Twas not me fault the cap’n moved his leg.But me thinks I digress. So prepare yerselves fer freedom, an’ join yer fellow mateys fer mutiny on the Viva. Arrh!
Very clever… and your prizes await. For a list of them, go to Nearing Vast, the Captain’s Log. Many thanks to all who participated, thanks to Harvest House and particularly Dave Bartlett… and congratulations again to our three winners. –Bryan
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