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Pirate ShipsNewsNew Captain, Gear, and Improvements
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New Captain, Gear, and Improvements

Pirate Ships · published 9 Apr 2026, 15:45 UTC

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The seas grow colder, Pirates — and far more dangerous.

New Captain: Lenore de Glaceval
A new force joins the battle. Lenore wields the power of frost to damage and slow enemies, and can summon a ghost that strikes fear into her foes.
You’ll be able to recruit her in a special event very soon.

New Gear System
Mystical gear with unique properties has arrived.
It cannot be bought or found in battle — only crafted in a special laboratory unlocked at level 30.

Balance Changes & Improvements
• Bombard base damage reduced (450 → 350)
• Increased cooldown of the Skeleton Thrower
• Cursed Shield now has limited restores
• Flamethrower and burn damage adjusted for sailors, equipment, and ships
• Attacks of Captain Noah Bernes, the Heavy Cannoneer, and the Kamikaze now deal damage to the ship hull

Gameplay & System Updates
• Improved opponent matchmaking in Skirmish
• Added special captain offers
• Improved some interfaces
• Enhanced ship models
• Optimization and performance improvements

Fixes
• Fixed respawning skeletons on the Cursed Galleon
• Fixed non-working abilities Ironclad and Counter Reaction for Steel Shield
• Various bug fixes and improvements

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