Fisherman’s Cooperative of Valinport
Synopsis
The quiet backbone of Valinport’s food supply, bound together by tide, net, and mutual survival.
What People Know
The Fisherman’s Cooperative is a loose but respected association of the men and women who work Valinport’s waters. They pool resources, share catches in lean seasons, and speak with one voice when prices, taxes, or port restrictions threaten their livelihoods.
Unlike the dockworkers, the Cooperative avoids politics whenever possible. They care about weather, boats, and whether the nets come back heavy or empty.
Goals
Public
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Ensure fair prices for fish and whale products
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Protect fishing families from exploitation
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Maintain access to the harbor and coastal waters
Headquarters
- A modest Cooperative Hall near the docks in Valinport
Values
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Mutual aid
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Honesty
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Survival through cooperation
Anathema
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Hoarding during shortages
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Endangering crews for profit
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Tampering with another fisher’s nets or boats
Reputation
Seen as honest, stubborn, and quietly influential.
When the Cooperative speaks, the city listens—because hunger follows if they are ignored.
Player Notes
Fisherfolk notice everything that happens on the water.
Storms, strange lights, missing ships, and silent tides are discussed here first.
Treat the Cooperative well, and Valinport will never starve while you are nearby.