I kind of cheated and wrote a sequel to this already, but I hope that each part works on its own, and provides very different turning points for other writers who want to explore this world a little bit more.

It’s not cheating :) It’s just “going with the muse.” Nice to see you back Wil. I love the names you chose for the characters so far, unusual yet completely fitting.

I love the mood and atmosphere you’ve created here.

Also, there are some good jumping off points both forwards and backwards.

I know what you mean about writing sequels to your own stuff feeling like cheating, though!

You love to start on the verge of a voyage, don’t you?

This one can really set the tone for a dark voyage.
The ship’s moniker is very appropriate.

Nice, concise, great descriptions & a cool-fun read. Loved this line:

“Get 50, but take the desperate ones last,” he paused and smiled, “and charge them double.”

Nice job!

Intriguing :)

aahh, the little wheels have indeed start to turn in my mind for a sequel for this piece wil. great atmosphere – let me see where my muse will go with this one :) – he can be very unpredictable :)

Boy, that’s a lot of comments. Dastardly turn there with the double-charging the desperate ones. I like how it changes the captain from savior to opportunist without a lot of undue fanfare.