A/N I knew I'd get loads of reviews. . .after all I am Jack Sparrow!!
Anyway another important thing is not to get a big head!! ^_^ anyway. . .
this is the next part of my guide to life, where I will help you pick a
trustworthy crew. . .
Picking A Seaworthy Crew
Now, I have had troubles with crews in the past. Not to go into too much detail, I once lost my ship to a mutinous, lying, crew led by none other then Hector Barbossa. But apart from that one unfortunate incident, I have been able to pick a very loyal, hard working crew.
To start with, as I have undoubtedly mentioned before, you need to inspire fear into your crew's hearts, that way they'll work harder. Remember that! If they don't fear you, well you could end up on a deserted island, with a very limited supply of food and water (plenty of rum, though!!) not that I'm talking from experience. . . but don't let the crew take advantage of you. if they misbehave I seriously recommend taking away a few of their *ahem* nightly pleasures.
Now there are several things you should look for in an able crew member (you should know these already, but I'm gonna help you anyway!) ; -
1. Thing the first. Age. Age is important. Remember that. The younger a crew member is the better, they have had less time to turn against the world. You know exactly where you are with a young lad (or lass). You can train them to be loyal to you. Besides they tend to work for less wages. I know there are some down falls as little experience, but if you get the correct balance of Gibbs, Annamarias and Wills (maybe not Wills) then your home and dry (only your not 'cause you'll be on the sea, if you catch my drift!)
2. Thing the second. Status. Now there be lots of young rich toffs eager to escape the bustle of a hard life in a grand country manor. These should be avoided at all costs. Not only do they know little bout ships, they'll probably be seasick, so steer clear of the sons (and daughters) of the rich. Go for the lowly townspeople *of course I'm not calling you lowly, Annamaria!*. They're easier to please, work harder and won't return home when 'daddy' calls.
3. Thing the third. Appearance. Go for the scary, looking ones. They're the most successful when you attack. When I say scary, I mean the men (and women!) with one eye, no teeth, and a sword stained with blood. But remember to keep the mix between experience and youth.
4. Thing the forth. Friends. I know this kind of defeats my last point, but don't pick anyone with enemies. Or you'll be fighting their battles for them. You don't want your ship attacked just because you have a crew member with problems.
5. Thing the fifth. Er. . .well I can't think of anything else right now. So you'll just have to use your own judgement. Remember first impressions are usually the best, so go with your instincts, savvy?
I have put together a brief description of the main roles on the ship, in the hope that you can chose the right man (or woman) for the job.
Captain - Well, this is most likely to be you, but if you manage to commandeer more ships, and progress through your career, you may end up as commodore. In which case you must chose a captain to run your ship. I recommend promoting your most trustworthy first mate to this position.
First Mate -I suggest when selecting a first mate, you choose extremely carefully. This is "supposed" to be the most trusted member of the crew. The first mate is second in command on the ship, and carries out all the duties of the Captain, when the Captain is, well, *cough* sleeping. Avoid people with monkeys, and men who like apples, they're just asking for trouble. And never give up the bearings to your destination unless you can completely trust your crew, (in other words, NEVER give up the bearings.), savvy?
Second Mate - Not one hundred percent sure, but I suppose they do what the first mate does, when the first mate is *cough* sleeping. So again very important that you chose with care.
Bo'sun - Not quite sure what he does, looks after the deck, and ensures ship runs smoothly (wait I'm sure I could do that. . .)
And there's loads more people needed to man the ship, scrub the decks, and help you raid, pillage and plunder you weasely black guts out. Always room for one more, that's my motto, especially when the one more is someone like Annamaria. . .
SO WHAT HAVE WE LEARNT TODAY: -
OLD = EXPERIENCE
YOUNG = SOMEONE YOU CAN MOULD IN YOUR OWN IMAGE.
SCARY CREW = MORE PLUNDER
BARBOSSA = DEFINITELY DON'T CHOOSE HIM TO BE YOUR FIRST MATE!!
And now til next time happy pirating. I shall see you soon, when we shall discuss the ins and the outs of the Pirates Code.
Picking A Seaworthy Crew
Now, I have had troubles with crews in the past. Not to go into too much detail, I once lost my ship to a mutinous, lying, crew led by none other then Hector Barbossa. But apart from that one unfortunate incident, I have been able to pick a very loyal, hard working crew.
To start with, as I have undoubtedly mentioned before, you need to inspire fear into your crew's hearts, that way they'll work harder. Remember that! If they don't fear you, well you could end up on a deserted island, with a very limited supply of food and water (plenty of rum, though!!) not that I'm talking from experience. . . but don't let the crew take advantage of you. if they misbehave I seriously recommend taking away a few of their *ahem* nightly pleasures.
Now there are several things you should look for in an able crew member (you should know these already, but I'm gonna help you anyway!) ; -
1. Thing the first. Age. Age is important. Remember that. The younger a crew member is the better, they have had less time to turn against the world. You know exactly where you are with a young lad (or lass). You can train them to be loyal to you. Besides they tend to work for less wages. I know there are some down falls as little experience, but if you get the correct balance of Gibbs, Annamarias and Wills (maybe not Wills) then your home and dry (only your not 'cause you'll be on the sea, if you catch my drift!)
2. Thing the second. Status. Now there be lots of young rich toffs eager to escape the bustle of a hard life in a grand country manor. These should be avoided at all costs. Not only do they know little bout ships, they'll probably be seasick, so steer clear of the sons (and daughters) of the rich. Go for the lowly townspeople *of course I'm not calling you lowly, Annamaria!*. They're easier to please, work harder and won't return home when 'daddy' calls.
3. Thing the third. Appearance. Go for the scary, looking ones. They're the most successful when you attack. When I say scary, I mean the men (and women!) with one eye, no teeth, and a sword stained with blood. But remember to keep the mix between experience and youth.
4. Thing the forth. Friends. I know this kind of defeats my last point, but don't pick anyone with enemies. Or you'll be fighting their battles for them. You don't want your ship attacked just because you have a crew member with problems.
5. Thing the fifth. Er. . .well I can't think of anything else right now. So you'll just have to use your own judgement. Remember first impressions are usually the best, so go with your instincts, savvy?
I have put together a brief description of the main roles on the ship, in the hope that you can chose the right man (or woman) for the job.
Captain - Well, this is most likely to be you, but if you manage to commandeer more ships, and progress through your career, you may end up as commodore. In which case you must chose a captain to run your ship. I recommend promoting your most trustworthy first mate to this position.
First Mate -I suggest when selecting a first mate, you choose extremely carefully. This is "supposed" to be the most trusted member of the crew. The first mate is second in command on the ship, and carries out all the duties of the Captain, when the Captain is, well, *cough* sleeping. Avoid people with monkeys, and men who like apples, they're just asking for trouble. And never give up the bearings to your destination unless you can completely trust your crew, (in other words, NEVER give up the bearings.), savvy?
Second Mate - Not one hundred percent sure, but I suppose they do what the first mate does, when the first mate is *cough* sleeping. So again very important that you chose with care.
Bo'sun - Not quite sure what he does, looks after the deck, and ensures ship runs smoothly (wait I'm sure I could do that. . .)
And there's loads more people needed to man the ship, scrub the decks, and help you raid, pillage and plunder you weasely black guts out. Always room for one more, that's my motto, especially when the one more is someone like Annamaria. . .
SO WHAT HAVE WE LEARNT TODAY: -
OLD = EXPERIENCE
YOUNG = SOMEONE YOU CAN MOULD IN YOUR OWN IMAGE.
SCARY CREW = MORE PLUNDER
BARBOSSA = DEFINITELY DON'T CHOOSE HIM TO BE YOUR FIRST MATE!!
And now til next time happy pirating. I shall see you soon, when we shall discuss the ins and the outs of the Pirates Code.