"One thing at a time..." Ed laughs, pulling a chair aside for himself and gesturing for Izzy to take the other. Once he does, Ed takes the time to explain it all casually; the code, the hierarchy, raids-- at least how he deals with them, all of it, including a walk through of notable members of the crew and their various temperaments, at least until Hornigold's return and their introduction is made.

The first few weeks move similarly, Ed squirreling time away from his duties to spend with Izzy, checking in and making sure he's clear on his own expectations. A failure on Izzy’s part would be a failure on Ed's, and that makes the time spent with him a worthwhile investment. Luckily there aren't many tradeships crossing their route, so it gives the new pirate the chance to acclimate himself with their ship and crew without the concerns of a raid. Of course, a pirate's life is a fast one, and the time eventually does come, the whole ship abuzz when their target is spotted and their course set.

Ed doesn't bother with much of a pep-talk before they're over the side of the ship. Izzy doesn't need one, he thinks. He's capable, he's served the crown and fought more gruesome men than a few hardy sailors, hasn't he? That's Edward's impression, anyway.

The air smells like gunpowder and it's difficult to hear surrounded by screaming men and the clashing of metal, but this is Ed in his element, and he moves like he was raised from hell itself, pushing men from their feet and pressing his blade through their palms.