Survival is at the heart of the game on the high seas of Skull and Bones. Facing relentless attacks from NPC pirates, privateers, and naval fleets, building a ship that can withstand the heaviest fire is essential to succeeding in the game's challenging PvE content. One ship and armor combination stands out as the ultimate PvE tank - the Barque equipped with the Black Prince armor set.
The Barque is a ship that can be unlocked in the game's full season pass after reaching level 45. While it may not be the flashiest or most damaging ship in your fleet, its unmatched defensive capabilities make it a valuable asset for PvE missions and skirmishes. Barque's unique skill, "Toughness," allows it to replenish 0.5% of hull damage and 0.5% of overall health per second. This means that as long as you can prevent the hull from being completely destroyed, the Barque will constantly regenerate health, making it extremely difficult to sink.
To fully utilize this extraordinary self-repairing ability, the ideal armor set for the Barque is the Black Prince. Not only does this armor set provide excellent overall protection, but it also features a game-changing skill called Resolute. When the Barque's overall health drops below 33%, Resolute activates, reducing all incoming damage by 50%. Combined with the Barque's Resilience, this creates a nearly impenetrable wall of defense against the most intense attacks from enemy ships.
If, for some reason, you are unable to use the Black Prince armor set, there is another viable option - the Royal Guard. While the Royal Guard is not as powerful as the Black Prince, it still offers excellent defensive capabilities, especially when combined with the Barque's Resilience. The Royal Guard's Reinforce skill is a game-changer, as armor is increased by 35% for 12 seconds each time a health repair kit is used. This combines perfectly with the Barque's continuous health regeneration to ensure that your armor is always at maximum effectiveness.
To further increase Barque's durability, it is recommended to equip a set of defensive consumables. Advanced Armor Repair Kits can be used to instantly restore a large portion of your ship's integrity, while Damage Control Packs can quickly remove any debuffs or status effects that may be impairing your ship's performance. Additionally, the Reinforced Plating consumable can temporarily enhance your armor, helping to mitigate incoming damage during particularly intense encounters.
The key to making this Barque-Black Prince (or Barque-Royal Guardian) combination really shine is in a support role in your PvE engagements. Rather than charging headfirst into combat, the Barque should hang back, soaking up damage and providing a sturdy, reliable platform for more agile damage-dealing ships. By drawing enemy fire and maintaining constant self-healing, the Barque can effectively serve as the backbone of your PvE fleet, ensuring that your other ships can focus on eliminating targets without having to worry about being overwhelmed.
Finally, the Barque's unmatched defensive capabilities, combined with the right armor and consumables, make it the ultimate PvE tank in Skull and Bones. Whether you're taking on challenging NPC fleets, defending your territory from pirate invasions, or embarking on high-stakes trade missions, this unstoppable mega-ship will ensure your crew's victory, no matter the odds. So set sail with your barque and the Black Prince (or Royal Guard) and become a terror on the high seas! Conquer the seas, defeat powerful foes and claim your legendary treasure. Join MMOexp and experience unparalleled support, exclusive offers and the finest Skull and Bones items to dominate the seas. Set sail with MMOexp today and become the master of your pirate destiny. Your legend awaits!
MMOexp Skull and Bones Team