Caldos Hellingskorn is a vicious sea priest who serves as the cleric aboard the pirate ship Stirge, one of three pirate vessels operating out of Jahaka Anchorage. He worships Umberlee, the chaotic evil goddess of the sea, and his presence suggests the pirates rely on divine magic for their operations.
Role in the Adventure
Caldos serves under Captain Laskilar, a flamboyant Tethyrian pirate who has shifted from traditional piracy to hunting adventurers for their treasures and magic items. The Stirge operates as part of a three-ship pirate alliance that uses the hidden Jahaka Anchorage as a base, along with the Dragonfang and Emerald Eye.
Characteristics
- Race/Background: Male Illuskan human
- Class: Priest (uses priest stat block)
- Alignment: Chaotic Evil
- Deity: Umberlee (goddess of the sea, storms, and drowning)
- Personality: Described as “vicious,” suggesting cruelty and ruthlessness in his devotion to the wrathful sea goddess
Relationships
- Captain Laskilar: Serves under this rakish captain aboard the Stirge
- Pirate Alliance: Part of a larger crew that includes first mate Heel (a half-orc gladiator), twelve bandits, and six thugs
- Liara Portyr: Indirectly connected through the pirates’ alliance with the Flaming Fist commander at Fort Beluarian
Location
Caldos can be encountered at Jahaka Anchorage, a hidden pirate base inside a sea cave. The Stirge rotates between being docked at the anchorage, anchored outside the harbor as a defender, or prowling at sea for victims—typically adventuring parties with valuable plunder rather than merchant vessels.