Vorandil is a realm of prosperity and welcoming a new age of prosperity.  Newly discovered lands have led to rapid expansion by the great powers of the world.  Kings and councils alike rush to claim more territory, and with those territories come seemingly endless resources.  Nestled within the great southern sea of these new lands lay the Shrouded Isles. Steeped in mystery, to sail to them is to invite death and misfortune.  There are many rumors as to the secrets that the Isles may hide, with as many different legends as there are tellers of the tale.  One thing agreed upon, is that whatever riches the lands may hold, their pursuit is not worth the danger of seeking them.  The Shrouded Isles have long been home to pirates, their black flag often seen when anyone veers to close.  These outlaws of the seas have sensed an opportunity, with riches being brought from the new lands to the old world, ripe for the taking.  The navies of the great nations and empires of Vorandil, stretched too thinly to defend against them, the pirates of the Shrouded Isles can secure themselves the wealth of royalty, if they just reach out and take it.