Introduction: Legendary Ships

Ready to take on the toughest naval challenges in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag? This guide covers the Legendary Ships, offering tactics to help you defeat these fearsome foes.

Ahoy there, Captain! So, you've heard tales of the Legendary Ships, huh? These aren't your average merchant vessels; they're the ultimate naval challenge in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Defeating all four of them will earn you the 'Devil Of The Caribbean' title and a sweet 40 points. Don't worry, I've sailed these waters and battled these behemoths. On the following pages, I'll share the tactics I found most effective for locating and taking down each of these legendary foes. These aren't the only ways, mind you, but after a whole lot of trial and error, these are the strategies that worked best for me.

Before we dive into the specifics of each ship, let's set the scene. It's 1715, and the Caribbean is a lawless pirate republic. You're playing as Edward Kenway, a captain who's earned the respect of legends like Blackbeard. But this life of glory also pulls you into the ancient conflict between Assassins and Templars, a war that threatens everything the pirates have built. Welcome to the Golden Age of Piracy!

This guide covers everything you need to know, from story missions and side quests like these Legendary Ships, to finding all the hidden treasure maps, detailing every miscellaneous mission, and even mastering hunting and harpooning. Plus, we've got all the Templar Hunts, a trophy/achievement guide, and full coverage of the 'Freedom Cry' and 'Aveline' DLCs.