Messages of Civilisation focuses on the unlikely crew of an old Imperial postal ship as it travels from Fuk'Mar Docks to Ice Palace to transport some important messages. The ship also carries a selection of merchant goods including Nickel Ingot, Zinc Ingot and Pewter Ingot.
The adventure beings in The Saucy Wench where Captain Sus'To and Bosun Grotsum recruit additional crew for the Silverwing. Leaving Port the ship takes on the dangers of the sea, be they Siren, weather or pirates.
The ship defended by it's new crew and Wizard Tru'No docks at the Ice Pier of the Ice Palace, before meeting Governor Ari.
Chronologically it follows Cursed Waters and is followed by The Fa Ram.