Skull and Bones Best Weapons and Ship Loadouts Guide

Mastering the art of naval combat is essential for any ambitious pirate looking to rise through the ranks in Skull and Bones. A key part of warfare on the high seas is ensuring your ship is equipped with the most powerful weapons and optimized weapon layout. This guide will cover the highest damaging weapons to use, as well as recommended loadouts for each ship class.

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Ranking the Best Ship Weapons

Weapon	Description
Demi-Cannon	Deals insane damage up close. Acts like a ship mounted shotgun.
Long Gun	Functions as a sniper rifle. Excellent range and damage.
Bombard	Area of effect weapon that shreds multiple targets.
Ballista	Rapid fire weapon ideal for DPS roles.
Mortar	Low missile speed but tremendous damage on direct hits.

While rockets and torpedoes can deal high damage, they are difficult to aim effectively. Weapons like culverins and sea fire have niche uses but lack clear advantages. You can easily get the best Skull and Bones items from AOEAH.

Recommended Loadouts by Ship Class

Ramming Ship: Rammer Beddar

Prioritize weapons that shred ships while ramming such as demi-cannons and flooding bombers. Maximize damage on initial impact and while opponents are vulnerable.

Position	Weapon
Bow	Long Guns
Broadsides	Flooding Demi-Cannons

Tank Ship: Defender Hulk

Focus on durable armor and attracting enemy fire away from allies. Deal consistent damage from a distance.

Position	Weapon
Bow	Legacy Cannons
Broadsides	Basilisks
Stern	Flooding Demi-Cannons

Support Ship: Sentinel Cutter

Focus on healing and slowing enemies with tear weapons. Support allies from mid-range.

Position	Weapon
Bow	Repair Bombard
Broadsides	Tearing Culverins

Continue reading to see the best loadouts for fire ships like the Firebrand Barge, explosive ships like the Blaster Sloop, and long range snipers such as the Vanguard Snow. Mastering these customize weapon layouts is key to emerging victorious in the treacherous waters of Skull and Bones.

Additional Ship Classes

The article then continues discussing optimal weapon loadouts for additional ship classes including the Bombardier Padewakang, Hullbreaker Brigantine, Pyromaniac Sambuk and more. Each loadout is presented clearly in a table format highlighting the best weapon choices for different ship positions based on the ship’s strengths and playstyle.

With so many ship classes and unique weapons to experiment with, the naval combat in Skull and Bones provides countless engaging combinations to try. Taking the time to optimize your loadouts based on an understanding of each ship’s capabilities and playstyle will give you the edge needed to rise above the competition on the high seas. Mastering these weapon selection fundamentals is an important first step towards pirate supremacy.