The Captains
The Captains is the first spin-off series from the Tales of the Stars series. A prequel series following the exploits of Geo Assata, the father of Bala Assata. Geo serves as a member of Captain Priyon’s crew. The series follows the events that lead to his eventual ascension to Captain. Full of adventure and emotion, this series is sure to connect with readers that enjoy a pirate adventure.
The Space Way Pirates
Wanderers of the Space Way
The Space Way Pirates are an ancient race of wanderers in the Tales of the Stars universe. Always led by a Captain. This series is the history of the Space Way Pirates in a non-chronological account of their adventures across Existence. The Space Way Pirates struggles reflect those of the disenfranchised. Made a race of wanderers through no fault of their own. Their struggle will resonate with readers of all types, the good nature in the face of adversity will inspire, their prowess on the battlefield will bring them glory!
“WE CAN GO FASTER ALONE, BUT FURTHER TOGETHER.” SPACE WAY PIRATE MANTRA
Armist Ret
Legend of the Space Way
The most legendary of the Space Way Pirates. She is a burley. Strong and brutal in battle and personality.
“DON’T BE OVER HONORED PIRATE, BE SMART…”
Bala Assata
The Peerless Captain
One of the fallen Stars that crossed over into Existence. Helkn is now one of the Three, the last remaining Stars in Existence. A dragon of ice and despair with the power to control water in all it’s forms, and even to form it out of herself. The dragons are beings of infinite power, and can take a humanoid form.
“MY FATHER TOLD ME TO KEEP THE PIRATES TOGETHER. WE CAN GO FASTER ALONE BUT FURTHER TOGETHER.”
Geo Assata
The Visionary Captain
Courageous and battle tested, Geo has earned the respect of almost all the Space Way Pirates. He was favored by his Captain Priyon Maut in his youth.
“NOTHING WE CAN’T HANDLE. RIGHT GENTS?
Pragon Maut
The Would-Be Captain
Pragon believes that the Pirates should incorporate into the Salsatyr Empire. He no longer wants to be a Space Way Pirate, and doesn’t believe that any of them should be.
“WE DON’T HAVE TO BE PIRATES! WE WERE NEVER MEANT TO LIVE THIS WAY!”
Pretty Tom
The First Mate
Pretty Tom’s sly demeanor belies his skills in battle. A smooth talker, notably handsome and a fierce pirate, Pretty Tom epitomizes the code of the Space Way Pirates. A constant ally to Bala, he often provides wise counsel in the form of sly wit.
“NO PROBLEM. IT’S GOOD PRETTY. PRETTY LITTLE BUN AND A PRTTY GLASS FULL OF YUMMY RUM.”
Priyon Maut
The O.G.
Priyon is old and tough. His health is failing, but his spirit is as strong as ever. Priyon has one son Pragon, however their relationship is strained.
“I AM A FOOL, A FOOL FOR EVER THINKING YA’D BE A WORTHY CAPTAIN, YA AIN’T EVEN WORTHY OF BEING A PIRATE!”
Rala Dell
The Genius
A pirate’s pirate, Rala Dell is a formidable fighter but better known for her quick wit. Considered a master strategist and technological genius by all who have witnessed her skills.
RIGHT CAPTAIN. THIS ASTEROID APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN BUILT UP INTO A MINI COLONY. WE ARE PICKING UP LOTS OF SMALL LIFE FORMS INSIDE THE BIO DOME.
You can start the adventure today, and meet an amazing cast of relatable characters, including Armist Rett a legendary pirate and first mate to Captain Priyon. As well as Rala Dell, mother to Bala Assata, and one of the smartest beings ever to appear in Existence.
The journey begins where it often does fort he Space Way Pirates, on a quest for “shinies and eats”. Rala discoveries a seemingly abandon outpost on the edge of known space. With empty bellies, they descend to the installation in search anything of value, only to find that the station may not be so abandon.
The Captains Issue #0
The Captains Issue #0 appeared in the 2021 release of the Phase 0 project as a four page mini.
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