March 16, 1808, age 32.

Four years after Horatio separates Bonaparte and his American wife, our last point to canon events, his story comes to a final end. This is maintained through all verses, with exception to POTC and ship related ones.

Reason being is that Horatio spends too much of his life looking for a way out of it to in fact live long in the midst of war – and short of being given reasons to live that are, in fact living, he will invariably find that backdoor out of life that appeases his sense of responsibility for marching forward.

The Hotspur had been hulled in cannonade and there were men trapped below deck as the boats were being lowered. Horatio directed his lieutenants before going below himself and working to get men out before becoming trapped himself. He went down with the ship, holding the hand of a young midshipman whose terrified eyes were the last thing he ever saw, knowing only that his grip was a sorry comfort in the face of eternity.  

While verses may be drafted making use of supernatural elements ( be it the green flash, or wandering spirit ) ultimately speaking after this point, Horatio is no longer available for interaction, though headcanons concerning his legacy may be drawn up or requested if desired.