The infamous pirate Captain Kavac has recently become much more active, vaulting out of legends and folklore and uncomfortably into reality. When the crew of the Maiden's Tempest hears of the horrors of a boarding by Kavac's crew, they beg their own Captain Olund to increase their numbers, add more cannons, anything to help defend against the potential terror of a battle. However, Olund stands firm in his belief that Kavac's ship, the Spirit's Wrath, is nothing more than a bedtime tale, despite the growing evidence to the contrary.
After months of gruesome stories in every port and a captain refusing to take action, a few members of the crew are considering the unforgivable: mutiny. It may be the only way to protect their lives.