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The protagonist is describing the feeling of being on a pirate ship and preparing for battle. He mentions that a storm is coming and everyone is excited to fight. They talk about firing cannons and raising the flag, which is the piratical way. They mention the importance of rum, beer, quests, and mead, which are things that a pirate needs. They emphasize that they are losing their minds and escaping reality by drinking. They end by saying that they are ready for battle under the sign of the storm of ale.