Long ago, during the era when Old Maraqua still stood proudly beneath the waves, King Kelpbeard took a chance and stood up to the evil pirate captain who threatened his people. Angered, the pirates struck, and struck hard. Maraqua was utterly destroyed, and its people scattered. Although New Maraqua was discovered, this time King Kelpbeard and his army had the strength to defend their kingdom (with a little help). Maraqua now trades with the surface once again, yet King Kelpbeard still hasn't forgotten that fateful day so many years ago.