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Twiggy at 14:18, 1 April 2026

2026-04-01T14:18:13Z

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	\|[[Wolves of the Hungry Sea]] \|\| Guarding \|\|Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Winter \|\| 12		\|[[Wolves of the Hungry Sea]] \|\| Guarding \|\|Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Winter \|\| 12
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	\|[[Golden Voyage]] \|\| Questing \|\| Increases strength by an additional 6 ranks over the next season \|\| Summer \|\| 10		\|[[Golden Voyage]] \|\| Questing \|\| Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Summer \|\| 10
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	\|[[Muffled Oar]] \|\| Scouting \|\| Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Night \|\| 10		\|[[Muffled Oar]] \|\| Scouting \|\| Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Night \|\| 10

Hailmur: /* Rituals */

2026-04-01T14:15:59Z

Rituals

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	\|[[Wolves of the Hungry Sea]] \|\| Guarding \|\|Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Winter \|\| 12		\|[[Wolves of the Hungry Sea]] \|\| Guarding \|\|Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Winter \|\| 12
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	\|[[Golden Voyage]] \|\| Questing \|\| Increases strength by an additional 6 ranks over the next season \|\| Summer \|\| 18		\|[[Golden Voyage]] \|\| Questing \|\| Increases strength by an additional 6 ranks over the next season \|\| Summer \|\| 10
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	\|[[Muffled Oar]] \|\| Scouting \|\| Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Night \|\| 10		\|[[Muffled Oar]] \|\| Scouting \|\| Increases strength by an additional 5 ranks over the next season \|\| Night \|\| 10

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial navy" to "[[navy"

2026-01-16T09:44:36Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial navy" to "[[navy"

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	A fleet represents one or more ships; it could be a single large swift vessel or a fleet of half a dozen much smaller vessels. Regardless of how you characterise your fleet, it is assumed to be exceptional. It is seaworthy, able to cross great distances quickly to trade with distant foreign nations, and able to hold its own in engagements with pirates and privateers. It also operates from a home base somewhere in a territory belonging to your nation - and is potentially affected by conditions that apply to that territory such as [[Foam and Spittle of the Furious Sea\|tumultuous storms]] or [[Resource#Conquered Territory\|barbarian conquest]].		A fleet represents one or more ships; it could be a single large swift vessel or a fleet of half a dozen much smaller vessels. Regardless of how you characterise your fleet, it is assumed to be exceptional. It is seaworthy, able to cross great distances quickly to trade with distant foreign nations, and able to hold its own in engagements with pirates and privateers. It also operates from a home base somewhere in a territory belonging to your nation - and is potentially affected by conditions that apply to that territory such as [[Foam and Spittle of the Furious Sea\|tumultuous storms]] or [[Resource#Conquered Territory\|barbarian conquest]].

	In military terms, a starting fleet is the equivalent of a small fighting vessel crewed by marines - it has a military strength of 100. By comparison, a normal [[~~Imperial~~ navy]] has an effective military strength of 5000. This means that when the skills and experience of a starting fleet are assigned to an action then they add a military strength of 100 to the action. The combined military strength of all participants is crucial for the success of most military actions. Military strength also affects the rewards you receive for undertaking actions such as [[#raiding\|raiding]] or [[#exploring\|exploring]].		In military terms, a starting fleet is the equivalent of a small fighting vessel crewed by marines - it has a military strength of 100. By comparison, a normal [[navy]] has an effective military strength of 5000. This means that when the skills and experience of a starting fleet are assigned to an action then they add a military strength of 100 to the action. The combined military strength of all participants is crucial for the success of most military actions. Military strength also affects the rewards you receive for undertaking actions such as [[#raiding\|raiding]] or [[#exploring\|exploring]].

	Each upgrade increases the military strength of the fleet by 20, with enchantments providing similar bonuses, but almost always give a benefit only if you take a specific kind of action in [[#Downtime Options\|downtime]].		Each upgrade increases the military strength of the fleet by 20, with enchantments providing similar bonuses, but almost always give a benefit only if you take a specific kind of action in [[#Downtime Options\|downtime]].
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	* '''There is no payment for supporting an Imperial navy unless the Imperial Guerdon applies'''		* '''There is no payment for supporting an Imperial navy unless the Imperial Guerdon applies'''
	* '''The Empire currently has no navies'''		* '''The Empire currently has no navies'''
	A fleet can choose to take part in a [[war\|naval campaign]], to take or defend waters, by supporting an [[~~Imperial~~ navy]]. The fleet accompanies the navy on campaign, travelling and fighting alongside it and helping carry out the order issued to the army by the [[general\|admiral]]. You can see what order you will be supporting when you select a navy to support.		A fleet can choose to take part in a [[war\|naval campaign]], to take or defend waters, by supporting an [[navy]]. The fleet accompanies the navy on campaign, travelling and fighting alongside it and helping carry out the order issued to the army by the [[general\|admiral]]. You can see what order you will be supporting when you select a navy to support.

	Helping to support a navy adds the military strength of the fleet to that of the navy for purposes of attack and defence. The strength a fleet adds to a navy is never increased by the [[Navy orders\|orders]] or [[enchantment\|enchantments]] on the navy but the fleet strength ''is'' reduced if the order or enchantment reduces the strength of the navy. The only returns provided would be [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Guerdon\|guerdon shares]] - and only if the navy has been allocated a share of guerdon. Otherwise the fleet gains no income.		Helping to support a navy adds the military strength of the fleet to that of the navy for purposes of attack and defence. The strength a fleet adds to a navy is never increased by the [[Navy orders\|orders]] or [[enchantment\|enchantments]] on the navy but the fleet strength ''is'' reduced if the order or enchantment reduces the strength of the navy. The only returns provided would be [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Guerdon\|guerdon shares]] - and only if the navy has been allocated a share of guerdon. Otherwise the fleet gains no income.

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Bourse" to "[[Bourse"

2026-01-15T12:48:44Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Bourse" to "[[Bourse"

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	==Upgrades==		==Upgrades==
	A fleet can be upgraded using [[weirwood]] obtained from the [[~~Imperial~~ Bourse]]. Each time a fleet is upgraded, the military strength of the unit is increased by 20. This means a 20% increase in returns from privateering, and a similar proportional increase in the share of the guerdon assigned to the fleet if it receives the guerdon.		A fleet can be upgraded using [[weirwood]] obtained from the [[Bourse]]. Each time a fleet is upgraded, the military strength of the unit is increased by 20. This means a 20% increase in returns from privateering, and a similar proportional increase in the share of the guerdon assigned to the fleet if it receives the guerdon.

	When trading, a fleet produces more valuable resources each time it is upgraded, according to this chart of [[Foreign_ports\|foreign ports]].		When trading, a fleet produces more valuable resources each time it is upgraded, according to this chart of [[Foreign_ports\|foreign ports]].

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Senate" to "[[Senate"

2026-01-15T12:48:15Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Senate" to "[[Senate"

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	A fleet may trade at any [[Foreign ports\|foreign port]] that is open to Imperial shipping, usually this is the main port of any nation that the Empire is at peace with. The assumption is that a ship trading with a foreign nation makes enough from selling their cargo to cover their running costs, crew salaries and the like, but that there is enough profit to provide the character who owns the fleet with valuable goods of interest to the folk who attend [[Anvil]].		A fleet may trade at any [[Foreign ports\|foreign port]] that is open to Imperial shipping, usually this is the main port of any nation that the Empire is at peace with. The assumption is that a ship trading with a foreign nation makes enough from selling their cargo to cover their running costs, crew salaries and the like, but that there is enough profit to provide the character who owns the fleet with valuable goods of interest to the folk who attend [[Anvil]].

	Each port provides different commodities for the fleet owner and production can also vary from season to season based on the state of the relationship between the foreign country and the Empire. [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Diplomatic\|Declarations of war and peace]] are in the hands of the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] and [[The Throne]], but foreign nations may also choose to restrict the access of Imperial shipping to their ports - or even close them altogether if they are offended by the Empire's actions. The Interlude published on the wiki after every event will draw attention to special situations relating to trading with foreign ports.		Each port provides different commodities for the fleet owner and production can also vary from season to season based on the state of the relationship between the foreign country and the Empire. [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Diplomatic\|Declarations of war and peace]] are in the hands of the [[Senate]] and [[The Throne]], but foreign nations may also choose to restrict the access of Imperial shipping to their ports - or even close them altogether if they are offended by the Empire's actions. The Interlude published on the wiki after every event will draw attention to special situations relating to trading with foreign ports.

	<big>'''Additional Plot Options'''</big><br>An opportunity might arise to trade with a new port at any time. Sometimes these opportunities are short lived, or might even be problematic because they involve peaceful trade with enemies of the Empire. For example, the [[Sarcophan Delves]] might extend an invitation to Imperial vessels to visit a port that sells items illegal in the Empire, or a [[Commonwealth]] port might seek Imperial lumber and be prepared to pay well above market price in the form of [[green iron]] for a few seasons.		<big>'''Additional Plot Options'''</big><br>An opportunity might arise to trade with a new port at any time. Sometimes these opportunities are short lived, or might even be problematic because they involve peaceful trade with enemies of the Empire. For example, the [[Sarcophan Delves]] might extend an invitation to Imperial vessels to visit a port that sells items illegal in the Empire, or a [[Commonwealth]] port might seek Imperial lumber and be prepared to pay well above market price in the form of [[green iron]] for a few seasons.
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	If you don't select a downtime option then you will gain [[#Loot\|loot]] providing random returns as shown below. Other actions provide a set income, usually based on the strength of your fleet. For example, a theoretical action called ''Defend the Lantiri Refugee Fleet'', might provide a mixture of vis, ingots of mine resources, and perhaps money representing valuable goods provided by the fleeing Lantiri.		If you don't select a downtime option then you will gain [[#Loot\|loot]] providing random returns as shown below. Other actions provide a set income, usually based on the strength of your fleet. For example, a theoretical action called ''Defend the Lantiri Refugee Fleet'', might provide a mixture of vis, ingots of mine resources, and perhaps money representing valuable goods provided by the fleeing Lantiri.
	===Guerdon Shares===		===Guerdon Shares===
	Supporting a navy, fortification, or smugglers cove only provides income if it has been deemed eligible for the [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Guerdon\|Imperial guerdon]], a purse of money drawn from the Imperial treasury and used to reward those considered to be acting in the best interests of the Empire. Determining who receives the guerdon is a matter for the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] and the [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]].		Supporting a navy, fortification, or smugglers cove only provides income if it has been deemed eligible for the [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Guerdon\|Imperial guerdon]], a purse of money drawn from the Imperial treasury and used to reward those considered to be acting in the best interests of the Empire. Determining who receives the guerdon is a matter for the [[Senate]] and the [[Quartermaster General of the Imperial Armies]].

	The value of the Imperial guerdon is divided between each eligible captain whose military unit or fleet, in proportion to the military strength of their unit. {{CurrentGuerdon}}		The value of the Imperial guerdon is divided between each eligible captain whose military unit or fleet, in proportion to the military strength of their unit. {{CurrentGuerdon}}

GuiltyConscience: /* Overview */

2025-08-18T20:15:20Z

Overview

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	A fleet represents one or more ships; it could be a single large swift vessel or a fleet of half a dozen much smaller vessels. Regardless of how you characterise your fleet, it is assumed to be exceptional. It is seaworthy, able to cross great distances quickly to trade with distant foreign nations, and able to hold its own in engagements with pirates and privateers. It also operates from a home base somewhere in a territory belonging to your nation - and is potentially ~~effected~~ by conditions that apply to that territory such as [[Foam and Spittle of the Furious Sea\|tumultuous storms]] or [[Resource#Conquered Territory\|barbarian conquest]].		A fleet represents one or more ships; it could be a single large swift vessel or a fleet of half a dozen much smaller vessels. Regardless of how you characterise your fleet, it is assumed to be exceptional. It is seaworthy, able to cross great distances quickly to trade with distant foreign nations, and able to hold its own in engagements with pirates and privateers. It also operates from a home base somewhere in a territory belonging to your nation - and is potentially affected by conditions that apply to that territory such as [[Foam and Spittle of the Furious Sea\|tumultuous storms]] or [[Resource#Conquered Territory\|barbarian conquest]].

	In military terms, a starting fleet is the equivalent of a small fighting vessel crewed by marines - it has a military strength of 100. By comparison, a normal [[Imperial navy]] has an effective military strength of 5000. This means that when the skills and experience of a starting fleet are assigned to an action then they add a military strength of 100 to the action. The combined military strength of all participants is crucial for the success of most military actions. Military strength also affects the rewards you receive for undertaking actions such as [[#raiding\|raiding]] or [[#exploring\|exploring]].		In military terms, a starting fleet is the equivalent of a small fighting vessel crewed by marines - it has a military strength of 100. By comparison, a normal [[Imperial navy]] has an effective military strength of 5000. This means that when the skills and experience of a starting fleet are assigned to an action then they add a military strength of 100 to the action. The combined military strength of all participants is crucial for the success of most military actions. Military strength also affects the rewards you receive for undertaking actions such as [[#raiding\|raiding]] or [[#exploring\|exploring]].

Twiggy: /* Overview */

2025-07-29T16:25:14Z

Overview

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	A fleet represents one or more ships; it could be a single large swift vessel or a fleet of half a dozen much smaller vessels. Regardless of how you characterise your fleet, it is assumed to be exceptional. It is seaworthy, able to cross great distances quickly to trade with distant foreign nations, and able to hold its own in engagements with pirates and privateers. It also operates from a home base somewhere in a territory belonging to your nation - and is potentially effected by conditions that apply to that territory such as [[Foam and Spittle of the Furious Sea\|tumultuous storms]] or [[Resource#Conquered Territory\|barbarian conquest]].		A fleet represents one or more ships; it could be a single large swift vessel or a fleet of half a dozen much smaller vessels. Regardless of how you characterise your fleet, it is assumed to be exceptional. It is seaworthy, able to cross great distances quickly to trade with distant foreign nations, and able to hold its own in engagements with pirates and privateers. It also operates from a home base somewhere in a territory belonging to your nation - and is potentially effected by conditions that apply to that territory such as [[Foam and Spittle of the Furious Sea\|tumultuous storms]] or [[Resource#Conquered Territory\|barbarian conquest]].

	In military terms, a starting fleet is the equivalent of a small fighting vessel crewed by marines - it has a military strength of 100. By comparison, a normal [[Imperial navy]] has an effective military strength of 5000. This means that when the skills and experience of a starting fleet are assigned to an action then they add a military strength of 100 to the action. The combined military strength of all participants is crucial for the success of most military actions. Military strength also ~~effects~~ the rewards you receive for undertaking actions such as [[#raiding\|raiding]] or [[#exploring\|exploring]].		In military terms, a starting fleet is the equivalent of a small fighting vessel crewed by marines - it has a military strength of 100. By comparison, a normal [[Imperial navy]] has an effective military strength of 5000. This means that when the skills and experience of a starting fleet are assigned to an action then they add a military strength of 100 to the action. The combined military strength of all participants is crucial for the success of most military actions. Military strength also affects the rewards you receive for undertaking actions such as [[#raiding\|raiding]] or [[#exploring\|exploring]].

	Each upgrade increases the military strength of the fleet by 20, with enchantments providing similar bonuses, but almost always give a benefit only if you take a specific kind of action in [[#Downtime Options\|downtime]].		Each upgrade increases the military strength of the fleet by 20, with enchantments providing similar bonuses, but almost always give a benefit only if you take a specific kind of action in [[#Downtime Options\|downtime]].

Kirkbride: /* Downtime Options */

2025-07-21T18:24:07Z

Downtime Options

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	Each downtime, the player can choose one of six different types of action which are described in general terms below. The production the fleet gains is based on the option the player selects. If the option provides any benefits, then they will usually be dependent on the military strength of the fleet.		Each downtime, the player can choose one of six different types of action which are described in general terms below. The production the fleet gains is based on the option the player selects. If the option provides any benefits, then they will usually be dependent on the military strength of the fleet.

	If a player does not select a downtime option for their fleet, then ~~the unit~~ defaults to [[Voyage#Maritime Escort\|maritime escort]]. A new player who starts with a fleet receives a random trading result; it is not possible to choose an action for your fleet before you attend your first event.		If a player does not select a downtime option for their fleet, then it defaults to [[Voyage#Maritime Escort\|maritime escort]]. A new player who starts with a fleet receives a random trading result; it is not possible to choose an action for your fleet before you attend your first event.

	In the downtime system each potential action taken by a fleet is grouped into one of six categories, which also indicate what [[enchantment\|enchantments]] will enhance that action. There are a number of default options that are usually available, as well [[Voyage\|plot options]] that represent specific [[opportunity\|opportunities]] that have arisen during the game. Depending on the action taken, the fleet may receive a share of the [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Guerdon\|Imperial guerdon]]; a selection of resources defined by the action taken; a narrative result; or nothing at all.		In the downtime system each potential action taken by a fleet is grouped into one of six categories, which also indicate what [[enchantment\|enchantments]] will enhance that action. There are a number of default options that are usually available, as well [[Voyage\|plot options]] that represent specific [[opportunity\|opportunities]] that have arisen during the game. Depending on the action taken, the fleet may receive a share of the [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Guerdon\|Imperial guerdon]]; a selection of resources defined by the action taken; a narrative result; or nothing at all.

Kirkbride: /* Guerdon Shares */

2025-07-01T14:40:38Z

Guerdon Shares

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	<table class="wikitable" style="float: right; width: 800px; margin-left: 10px;">		<table class="wikitable" style="float: right; width: 800px; margin-left: 10px;">
	<tr><th>Production</th><th>Resources</th><th>Money</th><th>Mana</th><th>Herbs</th></tr>		<tr><th>Production</th><th>Resources</th><th>Money</th><th>Mana</th><th>Herbs</th></tr>
			<tr><td>4 random resources</td><td>4 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">72 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">3 mana crystals</td><td>3 True Vervain, 1 Cerulean Mazzarine, 1 Bladeroot, 1 Imperial Roseweald, 1 Marrowort</td></tr>
			<tr><td>6 random resources</td><td>6 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">108 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">4 mana crystals</td><td>4 True Vervain, 2 Cerulean Mazzarine, 2 Bladeroot, 2 Imperial Roseweald, 2 Marrowort</td></tr>
			<tr><td>8 random resources</td><td>8 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">144 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">6 mana crystals</td><td>5 True Vervain, 2 Cerulean Mazzarine, 2 Bladeroot, 2 Imperial Roseweald, 2 Marrowort</td></tr>
	<tr><td>10 random resources</td><td>10 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">180 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">7 mana crystals</td><td>6 True Vervain, 2 Cerulean Mazzarine, 2 Bladeroot, 2 Imperial Roseweald, 2 Marrowort</td></tr>		<tr><td>10 random resources</td><td>10 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">180 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">7 mana crystals</td><td>6 True Vervain, 2 Cerulean Mazzarine, 2 Bladeroot, 2 Imperial Roseweald, 2 Marrowort</td></tr>
	<tr><td>12 random resources</td><td>12 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">216 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">8 mana crystals</td><td>6 True Vervain, 2 Cerulean Mazzarine, 2 Bladeroot, 2 Imperial Roseweald, 2 Marrowort, 2 random herbs</td></tr>		<tr><td>12 random resources</td><td>12 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">216 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">8 mana crystals</td><td>6 True Vervain, 2 Cerulean Mazzarine, 2 Bladeroot, 2 Imperial Roseweald, 2 Marrowort, 2 random herbs</td></tr>
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	<tr><td>18 random resources</td><td>18 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">324 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">13 mana crystals</td><td>6 True Vervain, 2 Cerulean Mazzarine, 2 Bladeroot, 2 Imperial Roseweald, 2 Marrowort, 8 random herbs</td></tr>		<tr><td>18 random resources</td><td>18 ingots or measures</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">324 rings</td><td style="white-space:nowrap">13 mana crystals</td><td>6 True Vervain, 2 Cerulean Mazzarine, 2 Bladeroot, 2 Imperial Roseweald, 2 Marrowort, 8 random herbs</td></tr>
	</table>		</table>

	===Loot===		===Loot===
	Some downtime options provide '''"random resources"'''. Any time you see this it means you have a 25% chance to receive either herbs, mana, money, or resources (ingots and measures of magical crafting materials). How many of each you get will depend on how many random resources you are due to receive - a mana crystal is worth substantially more than a herb for example. The table shows what you can expect to receive.		Some downtime options provide '''"random resources"'''. Any time you see this it means you have a 25% chance to receive either herbs, mana, money, or resources (ingots and measures of magical crafting materials). How many of each you get will depend on how many random resources you are due to receive - a mana crystal is worth substantially more than a herb for example. The table shows what you can expect to receive.

Beeswax: /* Guarding */

2025-06-19T12:46:24Z

Guarding

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	===Guarding===		===Guarding===
	* '''Guarding represents defensive work, such as protecting Imperial waters against pirates, or escorting merchant vessels to dangerous locations'''		* '''Guarding represents defensive work, such as protecting Imperial waters against pirates, or escorting merchant vessels to dangerous locations'''
	* '''A fleet can always select ~~naval~~ escort, a guarding action which provides loot'''		* '''A fleet can always select maritime escort, a guarding action which provides loot'''
	A fleet can choose to spend their time defending the Empire's interests at sea, most commonly patrolling Imperial waters engaging with pirates, raiders, and occasionally sea monsters or providing an escort to friendly ships journeying across dangerous seas. The option to undertake a [[Voyage#Maritime_Escort\|maritime escort]] is always available, representing an engagement to defend allied merchant vessels. Other options may be available based on the campaign.		A fleet can choose to spend their time defending the Empire's interests at sea, most commonly patrolling Imperial waters engaging with pirates, raiders, and occasionally sea monsters or providing an escort to friendly ships journeying across dangerous seas. The option to undertake a [[Voyage#Maritime_Escort\|maritime escort]] is always available, representing an engagement to defend allied merchant vessels. Other options may be available based on the campaign.

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	A fleet represents one or more ships; it could be a single large swift vessel or a fleet of half a dozen much smaller vessels. Regardless of how you characterise your fleet, it is assumed to be exceptional. It is seaworthy, able to cross great distances quickly to trade with distant foreign nations, and able to hold its own in engagements with pirates and privateers. It also operates from a home base somewhere in a territory belonging to your nation - and is potentially effected by conditions that apply to that territory such as [[Foam and Spittle of the Furious Sea\|tumultuous storms]] or [[Resource#Conquered Territory\|barbarian conquest]].		A fleet represents one or more ships; it could be a single large swift vessel or a fleet of half a dozen much smaller vessels. Regardless of how you characterise your fleet, it is assumed to be exceptional. It is seaworthy, able to cross great distances quickly to trade with distant foreign nations, and able to hold its own in engagements with pirates and privateers. It also operates from a home base somewhere in a territory belonging to your nation - and is potentially effected by conditions that apply to that territory such as [[Foam and Spittle of the Furious Sea\|tumultuous storms]] or [[Resource#Conquered Territory\|barbarian conquest]].

	In military terms, a starting fleet is the equivalent of a small fighting vessel crewed by marines - it has a military strength of 100. By comparison, a normal [[Imperial navy]] has an effective military strength of 5000. This means that when the skills and experience of a starting fleet are assigned to an action then they add a military strength of 100 to the action. The combined military strength of all participants is crucial for the success of most military actions. Military strength also ~~effects~~ the rewards you receive for undertaking actions such as [[#raiding\|raiding]] or [[#exploring\|exploring]].		In military terms, a starting fleet is the equivalent of a small fighting vessel crewed by marines - it has a military strength of 100. By comparison, a normal [[Imperial navy]] has an effective military strength of 5000. This means that when the skills and experience of a starting fleet are assigned to an action then they add a military strength of 100 to the action. The combined military strength of all participants is crucial for the success of most military actions. Military strength also affects the rewards you receive for undertaking actions such as [[#raiding\|raiding]] or [[#exploring\|exploring]].

	Each upgrade increases the military strength of the fleet by 20, with enchantments providing similar bonuses, but almost always give a benefit only if you take a specific kind of action in [[#Downtime Options\|downtime]].		Each upgrade increases the military strength of the fleet by 20, with enchantments providing similar bonuses, but almost always give a benefit only if you take a specific kind of action in [[#Downtime Options\|downtime]].