Western Flanaess Trading Company
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| Western Flanaess Trading Company | |
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| Other names: | WFTC |
| Type: | Merchant company |
| Founded: | 596 CY |
| Leader: | Duke Ellis Lorinar |
| Headquarters: | Leukish |
| Allies: | Strong Harts Houses |
The Western Flanaess Trading Company was created in 596 CY by Lord Regent Ellis Lorinar. He decided, for the first time ever, to grant a merchant charter to a company of people who could seek out these new markets for the benefit of the duchy, particularly with the Sultanate of Zeif. He appointed some trusted nobles to sit on the board of the company including adventurers to help manage the company in the West. The company also has a need for explorers to further its interests in distant lands, guards to protect its trade caravans, and merchants both abroad and at home to buy and sell its goods.[1]
Resources
The Golden Venture is a caravel class vessel and is considered the flag vessel for the company. It failed in its maiden's mission to Zeif causing the company to rethink how it would handle shipping which led to the creation of Company Ship Masters.[2][3][4]
- Captain Guy il Verin-Meissel (male Suel Ari2/Exp5)
- Quartermaster/Bookkeeper Tyqual il Verin (male Suel Exp4)
- Master at Arms, Sargent Gwence Tymoril (female Oeridian Exp1/Ftr3)
- 1st Mate Voraan Soothmoor (male Suel Exp4).
- 2nd Mate/Ship’s Surgeon Malie Bayle (female Oeridian Exp4).
- Crew consists of five (5) marines and fourteen (14) sailors.
People
Notable individuals
Board Members
Board Members oversee the Western Flanaess Trading Company, ensuring its success in the West. Appointed by Lord Regent Ellis Lorinar, they must actively participate in company decisions or risk replacement.[5]
- Ekko Einstoffen
- Lord Galen Kaste
- Lord Eric Killbourne
- Lord Tylvic Meissel
- Lord Torin Pontirun
- Colonel (Ret.) Lord Gedros Saevil-Kas
- Lord Tavare Saevil
Company Explorer
- The Company's Explorers lead its expansion into the Western Flanaess, identifying new markets and opportunities.[6]
Company Guard
- The Company’s guards protect WFTC merchants and goods between the Duchy of Urnst and the Sultanate of Zeif. They may also handle security or messages outside caravans and must swear fealty to the company and Regent Ellis Lorinar.[6]
Company Merchant
- Company Merchants work for the WFTC, rarely trading their own goods. They face higher risks in unfamiliar territory but also greater profits, with Company Explorers and Guards providing support..[6]
Company Representative
- Company Trade Representatives advocate for the WFTC abroad, focusing on Zeif, Ekbir, Ket, and Tusmit to establish new trade routes and partnerships..[7]
- Lord Ardin Lorinar—Chief Requisitions Officer[8]
Company Ship Masters
After the failed maiden voyage of the Golden Venture due to sabotage and inadequate escorts, the Company Board abandoned plans to build its own fleet. Instead, they sought out independent ship owners for cargo transport and armed escorts. Quarterly convoys operate between Leukish and Dyvers, with additional routes down the Tuflik and past the pirate-infested Bahhoury Coast. Ship Masters have full autonomy outside of these scheduled convoys.[2][4]
Past members
Locations
References
Notes
Citations
- ↑ Duchy of Urnst Meta-Org Book v1 (2007)(RPGA), p.99-103
- ↑ a b Swin in the Pond (2006)(RPGA), p.3, 13
- ↑ Skin Deep (2007)(RPGA), p.51
- ↑ a b Duchy of Urnst Meta-Org Book v1 (2007)(RPGA), p.102
- ↑ Duchy of Urnst Meta-Org Book v1 (2007)(RPGA), p.103
- ↑ a b c Duchy of Urnst Meta-Org Book v1 (2007)(RPGA), p.100
- ↑ Duchy of Urnst Meta-Org Book v1 (2007)(RPGA), p.101
- ↑ Heart of the Sun (2006)(RPGA), p.60
Bibliography
Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index
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