(I think it's about time for a tiny jump ahead. Since everyone's introduced now, more or less, and all on the same page, again more or less, I'm thinking what happens next is the group spends the next couple days putting together their pontoon boat, which is now surprisingly better than originally expected. Practically good enough for them to confidently sail back towards April on open sea without fear. However, a short while after setting out from the island they're currently on, they pass over one of the shark warrior patrols without realizing it. The sharks strike from below catching them off guard and take them down to the city where crew is imprisoned, deals are made for freedom and quests, yadda yadda... Back to original story. Sound about right?)