Good day to you all! It is my very great pleasure to announce that Maelstrom has surpassed 5,000 registered players, and I realise we've just passed our 1 year anniversary since announcement too!

As a thank you, please accept this bottle of Weislay Single Malt Whiskey (which, if drunk, will restore all your actions) -- http://maelstrom.storynexus.com/a/5000captains

It has been a bumpy ride, and I know I've learned a great deal over this year. I hope it's all in all been a fun ride for you. There is much more coming to Maelstrom over the coming weeks and months - new islands, new adventures, investigations and mysteries, battles and war, so keep an eye on the testing thread and the Maelstrom twitter account (@MaelstromSN) for news as it comes.

If you have enjoyed Maelstrom, I hope you will consider tipping a little or refreshing your actions with Nex, in order to support development. And that is the last time I will ask until next year, I promise.

Happy flying, and here's to clear skies and another year of Maelstrom!