: You cannot be an expert in everything. Hire a Navigator to improve ship handling and a Cannoneer to make your broadsides actually hit.
is a notoriously difficult, open-world pirate RPG that favors patience and careful planning over mindless action. This guide provides a modern baseline for getting started in the Caribbean as of April 2026. ⚓ Starting Your Journey
Money (doubloons and pesos) is the lifeblood of your operation. Without it, your crew will mutiny.
The game casts you as Charles de Maure, a French noble who arrives in the Caribbean with almost nothing.
How to find and hire the (like Mary Reed)
: Recommended for beginners. It starts with the Growing Life perk, which increases your HP gain as you level up.