Keep the Crew Happy
Sailors are happiest when their share of the loot is more than a pittance Therefore before divvying the spoils sacrifice part of your crew in battle This will significantly increase each mans share
Note Dont slaughter all of your men or you may find yourself captured
Seize control of Seafaring Vessels
The easiest way to seize control of a seafaring vessel particularly when you are outgunned and outmanned is to climb aboard and fight the captain on her deck
Women and Marriage
Use your charm and charisma to win over the favor of townswomen When you visit the town again they will freely give you information that is otherwise hard to come by Be content to just quotMake Conversationquot with perspective brides until you have gained considerable rank and reputation Then marry into the governors family
