1695 - In 1692, a massive earthquake destroyed the pirate stronghold of Port Royal. After many years of debauchery and depravity, many saw it as divine retribution. The English - Dutch alliance, joined by the Spanish on occasion, continues to wage war against the French. The Spanish are looking to reclaim Hispaniola and discourage pirate activity in the region. Many pirates are succumbing to the lure of the Far East as less prizes are available in the Caribbean. Those that remain have moved north to the Bahamas. It is a tough time to be a pirate.