She's a Goner

Clinging to wooden barrels, they watch their beloved ship sink into the depths.

QUITE GOOD AT FLOWERS

“Quick, while we’ve a chance!” whispers Hasty Beard, leading the way to the boat.

The Path of Waiting

“Time flows quickly in contemplation of the Great One’s splendor.”

…Bearded Travelers

The absurdity of underwater speech only adds to the wonder apparent on his face.

Thus is Thy Fate Sealed

With a rumble, the island sinks slowly into the sea, carrying all hands with it.

A Bargain to Make

“Right, then. Let’s be off!” commands Brave Beard, striking a leaderly pose.

Fountain of the Faithless

“Give me water, and I’ll teach it to carry me!”

Well Met…

“Er, hullo,” stammers Brave Beard.

Out of the Deepening Darkness

Collapsing, the maelstrom tosses the men in their barrels toward the surface.

The Long Way

“Really very sorry for scuttling your promotion and all that,” offers Steady Beard.

Wooden Trousers

“Aye, they’ll float,” nods Steady Beard.

Great Barnacled One

It’s dark inside the whale, but the men appear to be intact.