In the first episode of our thrilling fiction podcast, we follow Maeve, a human uhraid, as she sits in her favorite bar, the Nimble Eel, sipping on Ashanaer Whiskey and scoping out potential clients to fund her cargo runs. Maeve overhears a group at the next table discussing their ship's repairs after a dangerous run-in with a Daskensian flotilla, reminding her of the risks of being a corsair. As she orders another drink, a mysterious stranger named Garland Magrath approaches her with a job offer to repatriate a stolen artifact.

Later, we join Maeve in the town of Duskmere, where she celebrates a big commission and wanders through the town, reflecting on her mother and the fleet she's built. When Maeve returns to her ship, the OSV Buttercup, she's greeted by her formidable crew, including the imposing Jade Crescent and her pet, Gomruth. Maeve shares her latest job with the team, but they wait for everyone to be present before diving into the details.

This episode is packed with rich descriptions of the characters and the town, bringing to life a vivid world for listeners to explore. Tune in to The Shadow Phoenix Saga to experience the high-stakes adventure with Maeve and her crew as they navigate dangerous missions and the unpredictable world of corsairs.

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