The sun hangs low over Haven’s Reach, casting long shadows over the abandoned village which has already been partially reclaimed by the sea. A haunting melody drifts through the salty air. Nerissa, leader of the sharkmaids, emerges from choppy waters, hair of green and blue cascading over her shoulders, needle-sharp teeth glinting. Beside her, a massive sea lion surfaces.

Welcome, little landling, Nerissa's ethereal voice carries across the water. You've stumbled upon our newest conquest. Soon, all of your world will join it beneath the waves. In Nerissa's hand, a silver net, so fine it's nearly invisible, glimmers subtly under the sun's touch.