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In 642 5e, Cradle Bay is an arena, contested by many different parties.
Civilian- and merchant ships try to proceed with business as usual, with the great trading houses of House Alvanti, House Thoi Li, House Lagunn, and House Hemlock being the most powerful.
The Erenian Navy tries to keep the waters near Erenen safe, and the Dorwinian Navy (under Xaharn Vys Skaernoro) has declared war on all pirates.
Pirates and other free spirits are trying to survive between the margins, hunted on a large scale.
Finally, supernatural threats, monsters and natural hazards make sailing an overall dangerous activity.