To the sailors of Davy Jones,

[there's the sound of distant, muffled panic, though the writer's hand remains steady.]

Due to a certain impulse-renovating incident, Isla Empieza will be heavily monitored by the government until further notice. Pirates are not welcome.

[and one can hear the shouts of a naval officer,

"Everyone remain calm! We, the Navy, are taking this island over! Any pirates are to be captured on sight to be tried - if they resist, they will be killed! Any citizen caught giving aid or refuge to a pirate will be brought to court as well, for conspiring against the government!"

the loud cries cease, quieting suddenly, as a low hum of murmurs and hushed whispers begin to rise - it's impossible to catch anything they're saying, however.]

Any pirate caught will be put to death, as I'm sure you're all aware. If you are still on the island, for your own safety you should leave without haste. Those without a crew or ship, Backwater Brig carries a Naviraimant. Don't crowd, please.

For now, I am loathe to say that Backwater Brig will be inaccessible for quite some time. Never fear, however—for the need of our patrons, we sail the world for the highest quality items.

Until we meet again,

- M. M.

[As of November 19th, Isla Empieza is closed! Everyone is/will be/has been shuffled off the island! Feel free to assume your character was manhandled/booted out by villagers, had a fight with the Navy, and/or fled to Miss Margie's shop and left via Naviraimant. Ultimately, however, your characters have been booted off the island, one way or another.]

[No dry humor from Jade this time. Things are looking rather grim right now.]

To those still on Isla Empieza; has anyone seen Ashley Williams? She left our ship yesterday and has not reported back since. We can't seem to contact her through the journals either. I understand she was supposed to meet some old comrades from her home world.

[...]

I'm sure you have all heard of the Dog's warning by now. The Navy is coming for us, and I'm afraid our reputation is only getting worse. I suggest anyone remaining on the island consider setting sail soon.

If you know anything about Williams, please contact the Alcyone as soon as possible. As things stand now, we may not have much time left to search for her.