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Unleash Your Inner Pirate: The Ultimate Guide to Customizing Your Pirate and Ship in Skull and Bones

Updated: Jun 30

Skull and Bones Customization Guide: Pimp Your Pirate and Deck Out Your Ship

So, you’ve dived into the chaotic, salt-sprayed world of Skull and Bones, huh? Awesome! You’re probably itching to tweak every little detail of your pirate persona, ship, and crew. Why not splurge a bit and really make them stand out? We've got the lowdown on everything you need to know about making your mark in this swashbuckling universe. Let's dive in!

The cosmetics shop in Skull and Bones, where the player is sampling different face accesories, like an eye patch and nose ring
A true pirate needs a proper attire... and an eye patch!

Fashion Your Fortune: Character Customization

Alright, let’s talk about your pirate—y’know, the guy (or gal) everyone’s gonna remember. You can dress them up in the slickest garb or give them a rough-and-tumble look. Fancy a tricorn hat and a lush cape? Or maybe some tattered rags more your style? It’s all up to you!


Beyond just clothes, you’ve got accessories: eye patches, hooks, tattoos, the works. Imagine sailing with a fierce dragon tattoo winding down your arm or maybe rocking a gold earring to add a bit of bling. The goal is to create someone who’s not just another cliché but a memorable character with a story.


Pro Tips:

Don’t just settle for matching sets. Sometimes the most distinctive styles come from mixing different outfits.

Picking weathered clothing gives your pirate that experienced, been-through-hell-and-back vibe.

Think about how your clothing and accessories narrate your pirate’s backstory. Was he a royal deserter, or did she rise from the slums?

Building the Ultimate Warship: Ship Customization

Now onto the real meat: your ship. This floating fortress is gonna be your home, your weapon, and your statement. In Skull and Bones, the options for customizing your ship are almost endless. We’re talkin’ hull materials, sails, figureheads, cannons—the whole nine yards.


Ship Parts:

Your ship isn’t just for looks; its parts affect performance too. Choose a lightweight hull if you wanna dart around like a pesky mosquito or a heavy, armored one if you’re the tank of the seas. Different cannons can change your battle tactics too. Long-range cannons for sniping enemies from afar or heavy artillery to blast them up close? Decisions, decisions!


Aesthetic Touches:

Don’t forget the beauty pageant aspect! Decorative sails with skulls or mythical creatures, figureheads ranging from angelic to downright terrifying—these are the details that distinguish your ship from the rest.


Pro Tips:

Combine performance with aesthetics. A beautiful but sluggish ship is an easy target.

Your ship parts can be pricey. Prioritize essential upgrades before splurging on cosmetics.

Brave Neko is ready for purchase in the ship cosmetics, pets section. Skull and Bones pirate ship customization.
For the right coin, you can have a ship pet!

Customize based on how you play. Aggressive fighters need different setups than sneaky traders.

Navigating Skull and Bones' Cosmetic Economy

Now, onto the dough—the in-game economy for cosmetic items is a whole new ballgame. Between loot you find, rewards from battles, and the in-game shop, there’s always a way to snag that dream gear.


Currency Breakdown:

Earned by completing missions and challenges.

Premium currency you might earn or (let’s face it) buy with real money.

Sometimes bartering rare items can get you those epic cosmetics.

Keep an eye on limited-time events and seasonal themes—they often offer unique items that can make your pirate or ship seriously standout.


Economy Tips:

Save up for must-have items rather than blowing cash on every little thing.

Sales and special events are a great time to snag items at a discount.

Sometimes you can barter with other players or in-game characters. Don’t underestimate this!

Final Thoughts from McScratchey

There you have it! Skull and Bones really lets you dive into your pirate fantasy with an insane level of customization. Whether you wanna be the most feared pirate on the ocean or just the flashiest, the options are pretty much endless.


Get creative, experiment with different looks and setups, and most importantly, have fun with it! If you need more info, be sure to check out the official website and hit up the Skull and Bones subreddit for tips and community discussions.


Now, off ye go. Make that pirate legend come to life!

Skull and Bones offers many ship customization options, like the custom wheel option shown in this screenshot.
There are many customization options, but some will coast you real money. Kind of annoying.


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