Chapter 3 - Revelations

Arranging the fragment pieces reveals a configuration that creates a cohesive circular shape if pushed together. The mice don't see anything that hints as to the true purpose of the medallion. All they can tell so far is that it is clearly magical in nature.



What course of action would the mice prefer to take? Should they assemble the pieces together, explore the manor for additional clues, visit Port Black to gather knowledge, question the manor guests, or consider another alternative? All options are open for exploration.

Dinner is served at the usual time. The mice are presented with a meal featuring fried brussel sprouts and a side of cheese, carefully prepared by the cook, Maya. She says "I’m sorry for the frantic presentation. I haven’t seen Mr. Filmon, and I’m left to do all the work myself."

Mr. Filmon is noticeably absent from the gathering.

The captain is constantly shoving food in his mouth. Sky, Hazel, and Bay all note that he is remarkably skinny for the amount of food he eats.

Miss Melody, full of self-importance, regales everyone with tales of her singing success.

While Mrs. Sprocket discusses ongoing projects around the manor, expressing gratitude for the recently fixed clock.

Pumpkin Jack, having completed his latest painting, seems more relaxed and even inquires about the well-being of the child seen outside. He seems dumbfounded that no one has gone out to make sure the tree that burned down hasn’t caused any harm. He says "I don’t care for those street urchins running around. Still…there must be some basic level of care for the area. Shouldn’t Mr. Filmon be handling this?"

Miss Melody responds "Oh those little ones are always playing tricks. I bet they all live comfortable lives and get such a kick from causing us discomfort. I bet Mr. Filmon is out there now taking care of things."

Count Gregory makes a brief appearance, his aura filling the room with unease. He assures everyone "Just stretching my legs after finally getting some rest." He gives Miss Melody an angry look. Then continues to address the group "Have no fear. I shall return to my quarters presently."

The captain, with a hearty chuckle, responds to Hazel's inquiry "Ye never know when the next meal could be yer last, lass. Best savor every bite, or ye might end up like me nothin but ol' bones!"

Hazel discerns a concealed truth in the Captain's words, a subtle jest involving "bones" that only the mischievous sailor fully comprehends. - The captain is attempting to be clever, tell the truth, and withhold information all at once.

As Hazel knocks off the Captain's hat, a startling transformation unfolds before their eyes. Instead of the old crusty sea captain, a skeleton now occupies the chair. The skeletal voice declares, "That cursed necromouser! His magic is as worthless as a spittoon!"

The shocking sight causes Miss Melody to faint, collapsing backward in her chair. Mrs. Sprocket and Pumpkin Jack scream and hastily exit the room, while Maya remains frozen in the corner, clutching a warm pot in terror.

Retrieving his hat, the skeleton Captain leaps onto the table, brandishing a flintlock pistol. He takes aim at Count Gregory, taunting, "Arr, I wager ye haven't laid eyes on these beauties before! They're the talk of the east, ready to swap out yer old bows and swords of old. Welcome to the new world!" He fires, filling the room with the scent of burning garlic and silver. Count Gregory, having absorbed the full blast, lies on the ground seemingly ok but worse for wear.

Holstering his pistol, the Captain points his cutlass at Sky, Hazel, and Bay. "Yarrr! Ye three shouldn't be meddlin' where ye don't belong. Jus' like that little scallywag, Blossom, roam'n' about, I dealt with that trouble, and I'll do the same for ye." He concludes with a maniacal, evil laugh, standing menacingly on the dining room table in his skeletal form. He has a cutlass in his right hand and in his left hand he holds a spell tablet.

As the captain begins, "Arr, I'll spill the beans on whatever ye be wantin' to know..." Sky abruptly disrupts everything.

The table jolts, glasses topple over, spilling their contents, and plates crash onto the floor. Bay attempts to assist and flip the table but it proves to be too heavy.

The captain, taken by surprise, tumbles backward, knocking over candles that extinguish upon hitting the tablecloth. Lying on his back, he grumbles, "Ye'll pay for that," He lifts up his spell tablet and utters the words.

As the captain chants the incantation from the spell tablet, the manor groans ominously, and a surge of water erupts from pipes, buckets, and sinks. A colossal wave crashes through the dining room, sweeping everyone and everything to the ground.