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Pirates are gangs of bastard heroes and the navy is nothing but a fleet of cowards – that’s what the average citizen will tell you these days. After all, it was pirates who stepped up to defend the people when the Constellations appeared.
Viktor has been living aboard Blisters as a Sea Witch, wielding the one thing that can actually hurt these monsters: magic. The Zaunite crews have become a family to him and his life is almost like a fantasy. But when someone has everything, that means they have everything to lose. A Sea Witch can not perform magic alone, they need a weapon; a witch’s Athame. Until Viktor finds a suitable partner, he won’t be able to protect his family. That’s when a half-dead Piltie washes up on Zaun’s shores with fancy clothes, navigational equipment, and a glowing blue stone that smells of magic.
Viktor is stuck with a choice, he can let fear paralyze him or he can find strength in those around him. Luckily, the people by his side make the harder choice well worthwhile.
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Thanks to the mods for hosting this, and huge thanks to this fic’s team as well. @oakleaffic was a life saver as an editor and @pato-roldnart made an incredible piece for this fic.
