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Dealing with Shipwrecks & Sunken Ships
Sea of Thieves

Dealing with Shipwrecks & Sunken Ships

Learn how to find, transport, and sell treasure from shipwrecks and sunken vessels in Sea of Thieves. Discover tips for maximizing your loot and avoiding dangers.

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Learn how to find, transport, and sell treasure from shipwrecks and sunken vessels in Sea of Thieves. Discover tips for maximizing your loot and avoiding dangers.

Shipwrecks and sunken ships are a common source of valuable treasure in Sea of Thieves. These submerged vessels can be found floating on the surface or scattered across the seabed. They often contain a variety of loot, including treasure chests, trade good crates, and other valuable artifacts.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Locate Shipwrecks: Shipwrecks can be found by spotting debris floating on the surface or by actively searching underwater in areas known for shipwrecks. Look for barrels and other floating items that might indicate a nearby wreck.
  2. 2
    Explore the Wreck: Dive into the water and explore the shipwreck. Many shipwrecks have intact cargo holds or scattered containers that hold treasure. Be mindful of your oxygen supply and any threats in the area, such as sharks or other players.
  3. 3
    Gather Treasure: Collect all the treasure you can find. This includes treasure chests, which may require keys to open, and various other items like skulls and artifacts.
  4. 4
    Transport Treasure: Carry the treasure back to your ship. Remember that carrying treasure slows you down and prevents you from using weapons or equipment. You can use your ship's harpoon to retrieve items from a distance. Smaller treasures can be stored in barrels to hide their glow.
  5. 5
    Sell Treasure: Take your collected treasure to the nearest Outpost and sell it to the appropriate Trading Company representative. Different treasures are valued by different companies (e.g., Gold Hoarders for chests, Merchant Alliance for crates).
Tips
  • Always keep an eye on your oxygen meter while underwater. Consider bringing Blunderbombs to quickly dispatch sharks.
  • Shipwrecked Treasure Chests are often found in these locations and are a valuable find.
  • If you find a shipwreck with a map or a message in a bottle, it might lead to more treasure.
  • Be aware of your surroundings. Other players may be hunting for the same loot, and hostile creatures like Megalodons or Krakens can appear.
  • Trade Good Crates found in shipwrecks can be particularly valuable to the Merchant Alliance.

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