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A formal letter would be sent in response, using the Valiant and Balk Bank bird. “Eastin Dia Trading Co and its subsidiary, Eastin Dia Seafaring Solutions, would find a meeting to discuss the exchange of valuable services agreeable. However, the age of your company and your business model is a concern - as time is limited, to speed along negotiations, we would appreciated an attached letter of the various services that you feel would be most beneficial to our company, as well as an brief description of your target market, basic business model, and what you plan to do to expand in the future. If these services are ones we believe would further our business, and we're confident that your company will succeed, we’d be pleased to meet for further discussion." Regards, Ayche Raven'kor Captain

"I'm-what? I wonder what other adventures these 'groups of men hanging out for weeks on end' go on for mina. I suppose these seamen really are a handful." The captain of The Tailor tosses the flier away.

Ayche arches a brow, but nods. "Accepted! Welcome aboard. You seem diligent and hardworking enough."

[!] An advertisement is found placed in most major cities, in coastal settlements, and in the Cloud Temple. Sailing is one of the most rewarding experiences a person can have. It allows one freedom of movement, creates lasting bonds among crew, and allows one to face - or escape from - any obstacle or challenge in their way. At Eastin Dia, we strive to make loads of cash better society by making these experiences available to as many people as possible. Together, we as a society can sail into the future. That's why we're proud to announce our new subsidiary company, Eastin Dia Seafaring Solutions. Headed by Shipwrights Alugor and Beltran, and supported by our R&D and Applied Sciences divisions, we'll work tirelessly to ensure that each new vessel is the speediest, roomiest, or most dangerous in its class. Eastin Dia's Seafaring Solutions has decided to make our vessels available to the general public. Our first set of offerings includes ships new and old; both tried and tested models, and advanced ones fresh from prototyping. -= The Predator Line =- Eastin Dia is proud to unveil the Predator class interceptor vessels. Attractive, sleek, and with two available ballista hardpoints, this mid-range model sits high in the water to minimize resistance, and is well suited to closing the distance fast. Basic models start at two thousand, two hundred fifty mina. As with all mid-range models, additional ballista, luxury furniture, and an onboard jukebox are available as add-ons. Due to the nature of this craft, lighter weapons platforms such as harpoon launchers or mounted crossbows are available, suitable for coastal anti-infantry strafing runs or hunting fast sea and air beasts. Oh, and it looks like a shark. -= The Frigate Class =- One of our most competitively priced seafaring solutions, Eastin Dia Trading Co. is now offering our frigate class ships, outfitted with a staggering eight ballista hardpoints and standing room for a group of soldiers. Small, resource-efficient, and built for combat, these vessels are an excellent choice for one looking to spare their wallet - but not their enemies. Frigates start at one thousand, five hundred minas each. Add-ons besides weapons systems are unavailable for this model. -= The Clipper Class =- The Clipper Class, first of the Eastin Dia vessels, is now available to the public. This high-end model serves a variety of roles with four ballista hardpoints, a medical bay, crew quarters, mess hall, and cargo bay with onboard crane, making it well suited for both speed and long voyages. A spacious officer's quarters makes captaining one of these vessels a dream, and the option of a detainment center on the lowest deck allows easy management of stowaways or troublesome passengers. In a pinch, it can serve as a mobile headquarters for a small group. Base model starts at six thousand, five hundred mina. Add-ons are available with interior furnishing, captain's quarters furnishing, ballista or other siege weapons, a jukebox, and even a piano. Due to the size and versatility of the craft, options are also available to mount prototype weapons platforms aboard this class of ship, including thanium or quicklime depth charge launchers, oil slick dispensers, or mounted light crossbows. -= The Freighter =- Eastin Dia's new Freighter class is the ideal solution for merchants looking to transport goods /fast/. This ship features just one hardpoint, but a sizeable cargo hold. With a highly streamlined hull and all additional weight shaved off, this vessel will leave business competitors and pirates alike in the dust. Basic model starts at two thousand, five hundred mina. Add-ons are available for merchants to travel in the comfort they are accustomed to. A ballista, fine upholstery, a stylized hull or prow, and a jukebox are available as add-ons. -= The Stallion Line =- At Eastin Dia, we realize that not every consumer will have the available mina or resources to commission a high end ship. However, making sure that the average customer will still have a safe and reliable vessel is our top priority. That's why we at Eastin Dia are proud to present the Stallion line, developed directly in response to the poorly-constructed and potentially customer-endangering "O.V. Economy Class Ship". Affordable, sea-worthy and outfitted with three ballista hardpoints, this low-range model is the perfect vessel to test your sailing abilities without testing your bank account. With deck space unparalleled for its size, it easily serves as a trading ship. Basic models start at 700 mina. Add-ons are available for merchants to travel in the comfort they are accustomed to. Fine upholstery, a stylized hull or prow, and a jukebox are available as add-ons. -=~=- For those who truly want to invest in the best possible sailing experience, in addition to these competitively priced offerings, Eastin Dia's highly skilled shipwrights are willing to take on truly custom requests. Prices will vary depending on the resources required, size of the ship, and time spent designing and prototyping. Each Eastin Dia ship is tailored to the needs of its future owner - as such, each individual ship is built from scratch upon reception of the contract. Construction may take up to an elven week or more. Need a ship repaired or refitted? With a set of blueprints, we can restore your ship to its former glory. We'll have your burned out husk or pirate-damaged vessel up and running in no time. Our premium offering, available for a limited time, allows discounts of up to 50% if a client supplies necessary materials for a vessel. Seize control of your future today. Place a contract with Eastin Dia.

Ayche steps away from the ship, satisfied with the repairs. He turns and begins drafting yet another advertisement.

Ayche frowns. "Should have negotiated with what? We haven't received demands." His eyes narrow as he examines the extent of the damage done to his ship, sending off a request for Seafaring Solutions to begin repairs. "We'll find them."

Ayche snatches up the application before anyone else can see it, quickly drafting a response. "You're in. Learn some damn subtlety, though."

"Direct and blunt. Hired."

"Your qualifications have been deemed adequate - welcome aboard! A crewman will be sent to contact you shortly, or you may send a bird to us directly for information."

"Accepted, welcome aboard. We'll call upon you the next time a bounty or a voyage is started."

Ayche would nod as he is handed the paper. "I'll add you to the roster - you already know where our ship is. Let me know if you need anything else."

(( I suggest you find a group that'll support you in RP rather than try to run or hold your own plot of land. Eastin Dia had to ask for permission from Praetor Tristin to build our ships, and similarly, we're setting up our headquarters thanks to an invite from the Adunians. Talk to people, find investors or supporters, it's good rp. It's unrealistic and much more boring to run a company or build ships without help.

[!] A cool breeze washes over the poster and the cloud temple docks, carrying with it a faint spray of saltwater. : ^ ) (( If you're try to give us an enemy to RP against, please do that. Don't go into hiding 6 IRL hours after you declare hostilities, that's not fun for anybody. We're not taking it OOCly as an insult. We take it ICly as an insult. Be scared in RP, don't OOCly decide to go into hiding. Keep the insults IC. Y'know? (( If you are a bad RPer and player, which I don't remember anyone ever claiming - from Eastin Dia, at least, it wouldn't be because of some supposed meta or that you won too many battles. I'd wager that it'd be because you couldn't keep IC hostilities separated from your OOC feelings. (( Oh, and every last one of our buildings or ships are designed from scratch by FlowUster and BathRugMan, who /do/ have RP building experience. Don't OOCly insult our builders. <3 (( Side note: It doesn't matter how skilled you RPly are at building ships - you can't man an entire ship with three people. If you're going to do this, make sure you have enough people following you.

Ayche frowns. "Disgusting."

A response would be promptly delivered by bird. "Your qualifications have been deemed very satisfactory - welcome aboard. A crewmember will be dispatched to you shortly, or you may directly send us another bird for information."

"Your skills in 'doing things' and 'doing things very well' are exactly what we need here at the Eastin Dia Trading Company, where we do lots of things. Welcome aboard!"

A response would be sent back via bird. "Welcome aboard! Electrical evocation is one of our most sought-after subtypes, and we're glad to have you. Thanks for making it official - you may send us a bird directly for more information, or a crewmember will be sent to contact you."

"...Accepted because of your involvement in the Devourer hunt. Keep the random fires to a minimum, please. Our ships are made of wood."

"Welcome aboard! We're pleased to have you, and thank you for your service in past hunts as an independent contractor." "A crewman will be sent to contact you shortly, or you may send a bird directly to us for further information."

Ayche sifts through a pile of paperwork, detailing a new headquarters, several new ships, and recruiting practices. He picks up one document in particular, titled "Threat: Orei War Industries", and stamps it completed before the ink's even had a chance to dry.

Ayche arches a brow as Relgard is denied. "Hmm. You think he'd take anyone and everyone, at this rate." He pins another note up. "Let it be known that this man has threatened a trading company without provocation and will attempt to murder innocent sailors to showcase his weapon designs."

Ayche frowns. "25 men for 7 vessels? I want his cactus green."

A response would be personally hand-delivered. "Welcome aboard! We're glad you decided to make it official."

I don't play an uruk, but now I kinda want to.

Ayche scribbles a few quick notes down, bringing the parchment back towards The Tailor and his crew. "Ballista alone won't be enough. We'll need specialized crewmembers, probably independent contractors too."