SS Ellan Vannin (1854) her general exterior being similar to the "Countess of Ellesmere." In fact she was built very much after the model of that vessel, but with the additional requirements to adapt her for sea-going purposes in the challenging conditions around the Isle of Man. Clinker built, "Ellan Vannin" was rigged as a two mast steamer with two white painted funnels and with a full length female figurehead sitting on a rock adorned with a castellated crown. "Ellan Vannin" was well appointed for the carriage of passengers with accommodation for 91 First Class and 195 Second Class. Her after saloon was in
Artesia: Adventures in the Known World original "Artesia: Adventures in The Known World" rulebook is a 352-page, full-color hardcover book containing all the rules and background material needed to begin play. The book is profusely illustrated by images from the comic book series and by images and maps specially prepared by the author for the game. "Artesia" won the Origins award for Role-Playing Game of the Year in 2005. Artesia: Adventures in the Known World Artesia: Adventures in the Known World (Artesia: AKW), is a role-playing game based on the comic book "Artesia" is written and illustrated by Mark Smylie and published by Archaia Studios Press