Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag - Raise The Black Flag Guide

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Alright, for this mission, we're going back to what we know best: plundering ships! This time, our main target is metal. Merchant ships don't carry much of it, but military vessels are loaded. The catch? There aren't many military ships around initially.

To get the military ships to show up, you need to build up your notoriety. Just plunder a few merchant ships – you'll see the red crossed swords above their health bar when your notoriety is up. While you're at it, keep an eye out for ships carrying sugar. There's an optional objective to loot at least 30 Sugar, so grabbing it early will save you some hassle later.

After you've boarded and plundered about 2 or 3 merchants, you'll start seeing Brigs showing up. Be warned, these guys are way tougher than the schooners you've been dealing with. They've got stronger weapons and better armor. Just like before, get their health down low enough, then board them to get all that sweet metal they're hoarding.

Keep at it, attacking and plundering Brigs until you've got all the metal you need. Once you've got your metal, the game will tell you to head back to Salt Key. But hold on! Since you've been making a ruckus attacking military ships, your notoriety should be through the roof. You'll likely have a hunter ship lurking around – they're marked with those red crossed swords on your HUD. Track it down, incapacitate it, and plunder it. This will complete the second optional objective.

Now, head back to Salt Key. Find the local officer marked on your mini-map and talk to him. You can bribe him for 200 Reales to lower your notoriety. This is super handy to remember for future missions!

After your chat, make your way back to your ship, the Jackdaw. Go into the captain's cabin and interact with the model ship on the desk to your right. Think of it as your on-board Harbourmaster. The final step is to purchase the broadside cannons ship upgrade from here to finish the mission.

Optional Objectives: