Community Engagement

Navigating the Sea of Thieves? The Pirate Code is your essential guide to respectful play, crew bonds, and settling disputes like true pirates. Learn the rules!

Alright, pirate! So you've set sail on the Sea of Thieves, and you're probably wondering how to not get immediately brigged by your own crew or start a war with every ship you see. That's where the Pirate Code comes in. Think of it as Rare's way of saying, "Hey, play nice... mostly." You'll find this handy list of guidelines posted up in every Outpost Tavern, right by the exit. It's all about keeping the seas a bit less chaotic, beyond the usual pirate shenanigans, of course. ## The Pirate Code This isn't some stuffy rulebook; it's more like a pirate's handshake. Here's the gist: * Article #1: The Sea Calls to Us All - Everyone's welcome, no matter who you are. Age, gender, where you're from – none of that matters out here. * Article #2: The Sea Unites Us as One Community - When you're not actively plundering or being plundered, try to get along with other crews. We're all in this together, right? * Article #3: Disputes Are Settled upon the Waves - Got a beef with another crew? Don't whine about it. Settle it with swords, pistols, and some good old-fashioned sailing. * Article #4: All Crewmates are Equal - Your shipmates are your equals. Everyone gets a say, and everyone should be respected. No one captaining everything without a vote! * Article #5: The Crew Bond is Sacred - Betraying your crew, griefing, or trolling? That's a one-way ticket to the brig. Seriously, don't be *that* pirate. * Article #6: Respect New Pirates and Their Voyage Ahead - See a fresh face on the waves? Treat 'em with respect. Share what you know; you were new once too, and the old legends helped forge new ones. * Article #7: Those Who Cheat Shall Be Punished - Cheating your crew or others is a big no-no. You'll face some serious consequences if you're caught playing dirty. ## Origins of the Pirate Code Believe it or not, this code wasn't just dreamed up on the spot. Joe Neate from Rare introduced it at New York Comic Con back in 2017. It was a collaboration between Rare and the Insiders (those lucky early testers!) to set the tone for how they hoped players would interact. Pretty cool, huh? So, keep these articles in mind as you sail. They're not just rules; they're the unwritten (well, now written!) laws that make the Sea of Thieves a more interesting place for everyone.