Hey thank you very much Wayward! I'm glad you picked up on the "Northern" vibe, that is definitely what this one is all about. :D
Given a second page, I would have loved to throw in some cold-based mechanics (and the ice-shelf entrapment idea is brilliant and chilling at the same time). A map of little towns, shorelines and marshy islands would have been fun. I was also wanting a set of numbers to roll against that would show the players' chances of encountering any pirate ship on a given night's patrol, or the big ship. I decided I would let the GMs decide on a approach for that. The one page format made me become very miserly with every word!
This episode and "For Whom the Were-Moose Cometh" are my first jam entries ever, and I've been very grateful for the inclusive and welcoming nature of the community. I appreciate the kind words and compliments!
Best,
Dennis