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Statue of Pirate King Henry

Type: Monument / Memorial Complex Region: Hangover Island (Central landmark) First Appearance: Session 3 Status: Fire-damaged but accessible Dedicated To: Seven Warlords of the Sea

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AttributeDetails
TypeStatue with interior chambers
PopulationAbandoned (visitors only)
PurposeMemorial to Warlords of the Sea
ConditionHeavy fire damage, soot throughout
Chambers7 (one per Warlord)
StatusAbandoned, looted, exploreable

Overview

The Statue of Pirate King Henry is a massive monument dominating Hangover Island’s landscape, honoring a legendary figure in the world’s history. The statue contains a large building structure within it, accessible to visitors, with seven distinct chambers each dedicated to a different Warlord of the Sea - a powerful faction that works with the government.

All seven chambers show heavy fire damage with soot and ash throughout, suggesting a coordinated attack or disaster that led to the Warlords’ fall from power. A burnt building behind the statue reinforces this narrative of destruction. Despite the damage, the structure remains sound enough for exploration, and the portraits of each Warlord remain intact.

The party’s exploration in Session 3 revealed crucial world-building information: Chief Bjorn (killed by party in Session 2) was a former Warlord, and Snippy the Clown (party’s current employer) is a current Warlord. The discovery of a golden globe containing a Log Pose marked “Genesis 39” adds religious and navigational mysteries.

Geography

Location: Central area of Hangover Island, visible from most of island Prominence: Dominates island landscape, serves as landmark Accessibility: Ground level entrances, seven interior chambers

Exterior Features:

  • Massive statue of Pirate King Henry (description not detailed)
  • Building structure integrated into or beneath statue
  • Burnt building behind statue (set ablaze “some time ago”)
  • Fire damage suggests old but not ancient destruction

Interior Layout:

  • Seven chambers arranged throughout structure
  • Each room themed to different Warlord
  • All rooms show heavy soot and ash
  • Fire damage throughout but structure sound
  • Portraits remain on walls despite fire

The Seven Chambers

Room 1: Little John’s Chamber

Warlord: Little John Theme: Small-scale, proportional to shorter stature Condition: Heavy soot and ash

Contents:

  • Furniture half-size of normal human proportions
  • Portrait of well-dressed short man with brown hair
  • Caption: “Little John, Warlord of the Sea”
  • Behind portrait: Just charred wall (Llewyn checked)

Notable Details:

  • Players joked “It’s Gluthoric” due to small furniture
  • Everything proportional to shorter person
  • Well-maintained before fire (quality furnishings)

Explored by: Llewyn and Ronan (odd-numbered rooms)

Room 2: Puma’s Chamber

Warlord: Puma Theme: Jungle/wilderness motif Condition: Fire-damaged, burnt vines

Contents:

  • Jungle theme with burnt vines on ground
  • No furniture, only catwalk structure at top
  • Portrait of man with tribal markings
  • Caption: “Puma, Warlord of the Sea”

Notable Details:

  • Minimal furnishings (catwalk only)
  • Tribal aesthetic
  • Wilderness/hunter theme implied
  • Vines suggest tropical origin

Explored by: Flynn (even-numbered rooms)

Room 3: Chief Bjorn’s Chamber

Warlord: Chief Bjorn (DECEASED - Killed by party in Session 2) Theme: Nordic warrior aesthetic Condition: Heavy fire damage

Contents:

  • Nordic-inspired décor
  • Furs of dead animals throughout (all burnt)
  • Portrait in black armor near windows
  • Caption: “Chief Bjorn, Warlord of the Sea”

CRITICAL DISCOVERY:

  • Recognized as the corrupt chief from previous island (Session 2)
  • Party realized they killed a former Warlord unknowingly
  • Pale man in black armor matches description
  • Nordic theme matches his rule
  • Confirms Warlords are real political faction

Implications:

  • Party may face consequences for killing Warlord
  • Other Warlords may seek revenge
  • Government connection means potential Marine attention

Explored by: Llewyn and Ronan

Room 4: The Green-Haired Techie’s Chamber

Warlord: Unknown name (young man with green hair) Theme: Technology and control systems Condition: Intentionally sabotaged

Contents:

  • Control panel with most buttons burnt/missing
  • One big red button remains functional
  • Portrait of young man with green hair
  • Caption unable to be fully deciphered

The Red Button:

  • Still operational despite other damage
  • Gives electric shock when pressed (1d4 to 6 damage)
  • Flynn pressed it, took 1d4 electric damage (rolled low)
  • Llewyn pressed it, took 6 electric damage (rolled high)
  • Llewyn tried to use Mr. Squawks to press it safely
  • Quote before pressing: “If this kills me, tell the [ladies] how cool I went”

Mysteries:

  • What did control panel originally operate?
  • Why is only red button functional?
  • Was panel sabotaged intentionally?
  • What is button’s true purpose?
  • Technology seems advanced for this world

Explored by: Flynn (initial), Llewyn (investigation)

Room 5: Rona’s Chamber

Warlord: Rona Theme: Elegant/regal aesthetic Condition: Fire-damaged but items preserved

Contents:

  • Globe on table with shiny sheen
  • Portrait of regal blonde woman (described as “upper C-cups”)
  • Caption: “Rona, Warlord of the Sea”

MAJOR DISCOVERY - The Golden Globe:

  • Made of solid gold
  • Covered in soot initially (cleaned by Llewyn)
  • Opens via button at equator
  • Contains Log Pose marked “Genesis 39”
  • Extremely valuable (gold construction)
  • Navigational and possibly religious significance

The Genesis 39 Log Pose:

  • Biblical reference (Genesis chapter 39: Joseph and Potiphar’s wife)
  • May point to specific island or destination
  • Potential connection to Sylen’s Sol worship religion
  • Unclear if destination name or symbolic marking
  • Works differently than standard Log Poses (needs investigation)

Looting:

  • Llewyn rolled 19 perception (with advantage, keen eyesight)
  • Successfully identified and took golden globe
  • Pocketed it for safekeeping
  • Party discussed religious significance
  • Debated showing to Sylen when he returns

Explored by: Llewyn and Ronan

Room 6: Snippy the Clown’s Chamber

Warlord: Snippy the Clown (CURRENT - Party’s employer) Theme: Circus and entertainment Condition: Fire-damaged, glass debris

Contents:

  • Clear circus motif throughout
  • Broken spotlights hanging from ceiling
  • Glass shards on floor from ceiling fixtures
  • Portrait of Snippy the Clown
  • Caption: “Snippy the Clown, Warlord of the Sea”

CRITICAL REVELATION:

  • Party’s current employer is a Warlord of the Sea
  • Employs them for bounty hunting
  • Takes 10% cut from Davy Back brawls
  • Works with government (no Marine bounty)
  • Pirates may still target him

Party Reaction:

  • Debated killing their employer
  • Discussed implications of working for Warlord
  • Learned Warlords don’t have Marine bounties
  • Pirates can still put bounties on Warlords
  • Decided to continue working for him (for now)

Questions Raised:

  • Why does Warlord need to hire pirates?
  • Is he testing party?
  • Does he know they killed Chief Bjorn?
  • Is this employment or trap?

Explored by: Flynn

Room 7: Sigmund the Cheapskate’s Chamber

Warlord: Sigmund the Cheapskate Theme: Wealthy but miserly Condition: Completely empty/pilfered

Contents:

  • Nothing - entirely looted
  • Portrait of well-dressed man
  • Caption: “Sigmund the Cheapskate, Warlord of the Sea”
  • Bare walls, no furniture

Speculation:

  • His cheapness explains empty room
  • Either he took everything before fire
  • Or looters knew he had valuables worth taking
  • Nickname “the Cheapskate” earned through behavior

Mystery: Did Sigmund loot his own chamber before disappearing, or did someone else specifically target him?

Explored by: Llewyn and Ronan

Culture & Society

Purpose of Monument:

  • Honors seven Warlords of the Sea
  • Celebrates their alliance with government
  • Located on Hangover Island (pirate haven)
  • Accessible to public (or was before fire)
  • Each Warlord had personalized chamber

Historical Context:

  • Warlords were significant power structure
  • Similar to Shichibukai from One Piece canon
  • Work with government, no Marine bounties
  • Pirates may still target them independently
  • Appear to have fallen from power (fire damage)

The Fire:

  • Affected all seven chambers equally
  • Heavy soot and ash throughout
  • Burnt building behind statue
  • Suggests coordinated attack or purge
  • Damage is old but not ancient (recent years?)
  • No repairs or restoration attempted

Current Status:

  • Abandoned memorial
  • Accessible to explorers
  • Portraits remain as historical record
  • Some chambers looted (Sigmund’s completely empty)
  • Valuable items still present (golden globe)
  • Party allowed to explore freely

History

Construction Era:

  • Built to honor Pirate King Henry (legendary figure)
  • Seven Warlords of the Sea given chambers
  • Public monument celebrating government alliance
  • Located on island serving as pirate hub

The Warlords’ Era:

  • Seven powerful figures worked with government
  • Each honored with personalized chamber
  • Operated from various locations
  • Maintained order through power and authority
  • Balanced pirates, Marines, and civilians

The Fall - The Fire:

  • All seven chambers damaged by fire
  • Building behind statue also burnt
  • Coordinated destruction suggests:
    • Attack on Warlords as faction
    • Government purge
    • Rival pirate assault
    • Internal conflict
  • Sigmund’s chamber completely looted
  • Other chambers left partially intact

Recent Past:

  • Chief Bjorn operating from different island (killed Session 2)
  • Snippy the Clown still active (operates circus on this island)
  • Other five Warlords’ fates unknown
  • Monument abandoned, no restoration
  • Becomes exploration site for party

Session 3 - Discovery:

  • Mr. Squawks (Llewyn’s bird) scouted interior
  • Llewyn explored odd-numbered rooms (1, 3, 5, 7)
  • Flynn explored even-numbered rooms (2, 4, 6)
  • Discovered Chief Bjorn was Warlord (killed by party)
  • Found Snippy the Clown is Warlord (party’s employer)
  • Recovered golden globe with Genesis 39 Log Pose
  • Multiple electric shocks from red button
  • Party learned about Warlords of the Sea faction

Notable Figures (Warlords)

The Seven Warlords of the Sea

1. Little John

  • Short stature (half-sized furniture)
  • Well-dressed, brown hair
  • Status unknown

2. Puma

  • Tribal markings
  • Jungle/wilderness association
  • Hunter or warrior theme
  • Status unknown

3. Chief Bjorn

  • DECEASED (killed by party Session 2)
  • Pale man in black armor
  • Nordic warrior aesthetic
  • Ruled northern island with corruption
  • Former government affiliate

4. [Green-Haired Techie]

  • Young man with green hair
  • Technology specialist
  • Control panel operator
  • Name unknown
  • Status unknown

5. Rona

  • Regal blonde woman
  • Possessed golden globe with Log Pose
  • Wealthy or noble background
  • Status unknown

6. Snippy the Clown

  • CURRENT WARLORD
  • Circus performer theme
  • Operates Davy Back brawls on Hangover Island
  • Takes 10% cut from operations
  • Party’s current employer
  • Government affiliate (no Marine bounty)

7. Sigmund the Cheapskate

  • Well-dressed man
  • Known for miserly behavior
  • Chamber completely looted
  • Status unknown

Campaign Involvement

Session 3: The Exploration

Approach:

  • Party finished bar fight at The Tipsy Bartender
  • Traveled to statue (central island landmark)
  • Mr. Squawks scouted ahead
  • Reported seven rooms inside structure
  • Noted burnt building behind statue

Exploration Strategy:

  • Llewyn and Ronan: Odd-numbered rooms (1, 3, 5, 7)
  • Flynn: Even-numbered rooms (2, 4, 6)
  • Systematic examination of all chambers
  • Documented portraits and conditions

Room 1 Discovery:

  • Half-sized furniture puzzle
  • Humor about Gluthoric’s height
  • Checked behind portrait (nothing)
  • Established fire damage pattern

Room 2 Discovery:

  • Jungle theme with burnt vines
  • Catwalk structure examined
  • Tribal markings on portrait
  • Puma identified as Warlord

Room 3 - CRITICAL:

  • Recognized Chief Bjorn from Session 2
  • Nordic décor matched his aesthetic
  • Black armor portrait matched description
  • Party realized they killed a Warlord
  • Discussed potential consequences
  • Confirmed Warlords are real faction

Room 4 - The Button:

  • Flynn approached control panel
  • Made deduction check (rolled 1 - failed)
  • Pressed red button, took 1d4 electric damage
  • Warned party about shock
  • Llewyn later investigated
  • Llewyn took 6 electric damage (rolled high)
  • Quote: “If this kills me, tell the [ladies] how cool I went”
  • Attempted to use Mr. Squawks to press safely
  • Determined button still dangerous, no clear purpose

Room 5 - MAJOR DISCOVERY:

  • Llewyn rolled 19 perception (advantage)
  • Found golden globe on table
  • Opened globe via equator button
  • Discovered Log Pose marked “Genesis 39”
  • Cleaned soot off globe
  • Pocketed valuable find
  • Party discussed religious significance
  • Debated biblical Genesis chapter 39 meaning
  • Planned to show Sylen when he returns

Room 6 - REVELATION:

  • Circus motif obvious
  • Broken spotlights and glass debris
  • Recognized Snippy the Clown as their employer
  • Portrait confirmed: “Snippy the Clown, Warlord of the Sea”
  • Party debated killing their employer
  • Discussed Warlord immunity (no Marine bounties)
  • Learned pirates can still target Warlords
  • Decided to continue working for him
  • Questions raised about his agenda

Room 7 Discovery:

  • Found completely empty chamber
  • Only portrait remained
  • “Sigmund the Cheapskate” caption
  • Joked his cheapness explained emptiness
  • Speculation about looting vs self-removal

Post-Exploration:

  • Party returned to ship
  • Flynn shared discoveries with those who stayed
  • Showed Log Pose to group
  • Discussed Warlords of the Sea faction
  • DM cliffhanger: “What exactly is the Warlord of the Sea?”
  • Party left island with new knowledge

Mysteries Gained:

  • Genesis 39 Log Pose destination/meaning
  • Warlords of the Sea faction structure
  • Consequences of killing Chief Bjorn
  • Snippy the Clown’s true agenda
  • Red button’s purpose
  • Other five Warlords’ fates
  • Who caused the fire
  • Pirate King Henry’s identity

Mysteries & Secrets

The Warlords of the Sea Faction

Revealed: Government-affiliated group of seven powerful individuals

Known Facts:

  • Seven members (like Shichibukai)
  • Work with government
  • Don’t have Marine bounties (government protection)
  • Pirates may still target them independently
  • Each has unique theme/specialty
  • Honored in Pirate King Henry’s statue

Questions:

  • What are their duties to government?
  • What benefits do they receive?
  • Why were they honored on pirate haven island?
  • How does one become a Warlord?
  • Can positions be inherited or only earned?
  • What happened to cause their fall?

The Fire That Destroyed the Monument

Evidence: All seven chambers show coordinated fire damage

Theories:

  • Government purge of Warlords
  • Rival pirate attack on power structure
  • Internal conflict between Warlords
  • Revolution against government control
  • Natural disaster (unlikely - too targeted)

Questions:

  • When did fire occur? (Old but not ancient)
  • Did all Warlords die in attack?
  • Why no rebuilding or restoration?
  • Was this beginning of Warlords’ downfall?
  • Connection to current political situation?

Clues:

  • Burnt building behind statue (same event?)
  • Sigmund’s chamber completely looted
  • Other chambers partially intact
  • Portraits survived (fire not total destruction)

The Genesis 39 Log Pose

Item: Golden globe containing special Log Pose Marking: “Genesis 39”

Biblical Context:

  • Genesis Chapter 39: Story of Joseph and Potiphar’s wife
  • Joseph falsely accused, imprisoned
  • Tests of faith and integrity
  • Eventually rises to power
  • Theme of betrayal and redemption

Navigational Questions:

  • Is “Genesis 39” an island name?
  • Does it point to religious site?
  • Symbolic meaning vs literal destination?
  • Why did Rona hide it in her chamber?
  • Connection to Sylen’s Sol worship?

Value Questions:

  • Golden globe worth fortune
  • Log Pose itself may be priceless
  • Why not looted with Sigmund’s chamber?
  • Did looters not find it or not recognize value?

Room 4’s Control Panel

Mystery: What did it originally control?

Theories:

  • Statue mechanisms or features
  • Island defense systems
  • Communication network
  • Trap or security system
  • Warlord coordination center

Current State:

  • All buttons destroyed except red one
  • Sabotage suggests intentional damage
  • Red button still electrocutes (1d4-6 damage)
  • May be fail-safe or trap
  • Technology advanced for world setting

Chief Bjorn’s Death Consequences

Situation: Party killed a Warlord unknowingly

Potential Consequences:

  • Other Warlords seek revenge
  • Government investigation
  • Marine attention drawn
  • Loss of Warlord protection if discovered
  • Snippy may learn and react
  • Bounty increase

Mitigating Factors:

  • Chief Bjorn was corrupt
  • Operating independently on remote island
  • Other Warlords may not care
  • Government may not know yet
  • Warlords appear fallen from power anyway

Sigmund’s Empty Chamber

Mystery: Why completely looted?

Theories:

  • Sigmund removed valuables before fire
  • His “cheapskate” nature meant taking everything
  • Looters specifically targeted his wealth
  • Government confiscated his belongings
  • Other Warlords divided his possessions

Questions:

  • Is Sigmund alive or dead?
  • Where is he now?
  • Did he betray other Warlords?
  • Was he wealthiest of seven?

The Other Five Warlords

Unknown Fates: Little John, Puma, Green-Haired Techie, Rona, Sigmund

Questions:

  • Are they alive?
  • Do they still hold positions?
  • Have they been replaced?
  • Are they in hiding?
  • Will party encounter them?

Pirate King Henry

Mystery: Who was he and why this monument?

Questions:

  • Relation to Gold Roger (One Piece canon Pirate King)?
  • When did he reign?
  • Why honored on Hangover Island?
  • Connection to Warlords?
  • Is he still alive?
  • Was he previous generation’s Pirate King?

Points of Interest

The Golden Globe

  • Solid gold construction
  • Houses Log Pose “Genesis 39”
  • Currently in Llewyn’s possession
  • May be key to important location
  • Religious significance possible

The Red Button

  • Only functional control remaining
  • Electrocutes when pressed (1d4-6 damage)
  • True purpose unknown
  • May connect to larger system
  • Advanced technology for world

The Portraits

  • All seven survived fire
  • Accurate depictions of Warlords
  • Historical record preserved
  • Party used to identify Chief Bjorn
  • May help identify other Warlords later

The Burnt Building

  • Behind statue
  • Separate structure
  • Same fire event
  • Possible Warlord headquarters
  • Not explored by party (yet?)

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Last Updated: 2025-11-04 First Appearance: Session 3 (November 1, 2025) Explored By: Party in Session 3

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