[Continues an intermittent series of renders loosely based on Stephen Hunt's Jackelian series of novels. Except for a few references, the series is not directly from the novels, but the images might evoke some characters and some events.] On their first day at sea, the commodore has invited the passengers to a late breakfast in the forward observation room. When all are seated, Damson Rose Raven opens the conversation. "As you know, captain, the college has made me responsible for Damson Charm's safety. I've heard many reports of pirates preying on shipping along this route." "Aye, lass, you've heard rightly. But no need to fret while you're onboard the Purity Queen…" Arktos urs Arktos, the Pericurian, interrupts, "I think you'll find our captain has a tacit agreement with the pirates…" "Now friend Arktos, I hope you're not subscribing to the mortal unfair rumors that old Blacky consorts with pirates." "Not at all, captain; only that there is, let’s say, a mutual respect." "Regardless, the Purity Queen is safe from pirates. No, lass, save your worries for our passage through the Fire Sea. Many a blessed friend's bones lie at the bottom of those merciless waters. Old Blacky's crossed it countless times but still fears it like the first time." "Enough dark thoughts, old friend," the Pericurian interrupts again, "Airship accommodations might be more comfortable, but I've never eaten better than on board your u-boat. This mulled mead is excellent." Mister Gaunt and Damsons Charm and Raven are having coffee and light breakfast fare, while the commodore will be enjoying a heartier breakfast selection, and he's fortified his coffee with some Jackelian jinn. The Pericurian has a large basket of fruit and a tankard of mead. Answering SteamZoneshovel's question, Tin Rivets has a bucket of high grade boiler coke that he will scoop into his open furnace trap (note the red glow), and a flask of water to replenish his boiler. The table and bench are from 1812 Accessories. The table cloth is from the DAZ Kelly Lodge. The tableware and Diner Food are from DAZ and the bread from Exnem's Bread. The glasses are from Exnem's Glass Ensemble. The observation room was mesh-bashed from my Privateer, part of which is visible through a porthole. The gas lamps are from the Sailor's Quarters. Tin Rivets, the steamman is built from the RDNA Steam armor, the Arcebus Torpedo, and Jonnte's Steampunk Protective Mask and Steampunk Hat. Jeremy Gaunt is SAV Lynn with the Regency outfit and Jai Hair from DAZ. The Pericurian ambassador is the M4 Freak with the head from ArctodusDR wearing the Wanted DOA outfit (DAZ). The Commodore is Thomas, dialed up to add some weight, M4 Beard Plus, and Jai Hair, all from DAZ. Destiny is Destiny's Charm (Fantasy Realm) with WASG hair, wearing the Gunslinger outfit. Rose is Rose Raven with Samantha hair (RDNA), wearing the Southern Steam outfit. Zoe is forever the Millennium Cat.