The only sea route connecting the main Windrose islands to the Ashlands. The perpetual storms make it one of the most dangerous sailing routes.
• Lightning strikes - 30+ damage
• High waves - -40% speed, hull damage
• Strong winds - push off course
• Reduced visibility
• Ghost ships - 15% encounter chance
• Fastest route to Ashlands resources
• Ship Graveyard accessible en route
• Rare fish only caught in storms
• Ghost ship loot - unique items
• Achievement - 'Storm Runner'
• Ship: Reinforced Hull minimum
• Repair Planks: 10+
• Food: Storm-resistance food
• Navigation: Compass + Spyglass
• Cannons: 4+ loaded
If you encounter the Kraken, don't fight it - sail away. Storm-resistance food from the Cook reduces lightning damage by 50%.