The moon hung low over the churning sea, casting a silvery light on the ghostly ship that cut through the waves. The Jolly Roger, its tattered black sails billowing, was a fearsome sight, even to the hardened pirates of Captain Madeline "Maddie" Drake's crew. The ship had been lost to the depths a decade ago, along with its legendary captain, Bartholomew "Black Bart" Roberts, but now it had returned, and with it, tales of revenge and terror.

Captain Maddie stood at the helm of her ship, The Scarlet Fury, her eyes narrowed against the sea spray. The Jolly Roger was her quarry, and she was determined to end its reign of terror. Stories of its reappearance had spread like wildfire, and Maddie knew she had to confront it before more ships fell victim to its curse.

"Captain," called First Mate Jonas Fletcher, pointing ahead. "There it is!"
In the distance, the dark silhouette of The Jolly Roger loomed, an eerie glow emanating from its decks. Maddie felt a chill run down her spine. "Ready the...