Sea of Thieves offers a plethora of exciting adventures, and obtaining the Burning Blade ship is one of the most thrilling. This guide will walk you through the steps needed to conquer this feat and claim the coveted Burning Blade.
Understanding the Burning Blade Event
The Burning Blade ship appears during the Ghost Ship World Event led by Captain Flameheart. This event features a series of waves where players must defeat numerous ghost ships, culminating in a battle against Flameheart’s flagship, the Burning Blade.
Preparing for Battle
Before setting sail, ensure your ship is well-stocked. You’ll need plenty of cannonballs, wooden planks, and food. Since ghost ships can only be damaged by cannon fire, make sure you have a good supply of firebombs, cursed cannonballs, and blunderbombs​​.
Finding the Event
Look for Flameheart’s giant skull cloud in the sky. This marks the location of the Ghost Ship World Event. Sail towards this ominous cloud to trigger the event​​.
Battling the Ghost Ships
The Ghost Ship event consists of four waves, each with increasing difficulty. Here’s a breakdown of each wave:
First Wave: Grunt Ghost Ships
The first wave pits you against ten Grunt Ghost Ships. These are the simplest to defeat, requiring just three cannonball hits each. You must sink seven of these ships to progress​​.
Second Wave: Formation Leaders
The second wave introduces Formation Leaders. These ships are tougher, needing ten cannonball hits to sink. Defeating a Formation Leader will cause the surrounding Grunt Ships to retreat. Focus on these leaders to conserve resources and speed up the process​​.
Third Wave: Repeat of the First
The third wave mirrors the first, with another set of ten Grunt Ghost Ships. Once again, you need to sink seven to move forward. Utilize the same tactics as the first wave, circling the perimeter and picking off lone ships​.
Final Wave: The Burning Blade
In the final wave, Flameheart himself appears aboard the Burning Blade, accompanied by additional ghost ships, including the formidable Ashen Dragon Captain Ships. The Burning Blade is the toughest ghost ship, requiring 24 cannonball hits to defeat​​.
Tips for Success
- Stock Up: Ensure you have ample supplies before engaging. Running out of cannonballs or planks mid-battle can be disastrous.
- Aim for Leaders: In waves with Formation Leaders, focus your fire on them. Defeating them will cause their accompanying ships to retreat, saving you time and resources.
- Watch for Mines: Ghost Ships drop Phantom Mines behind them. These glowing barrels can be shot from a distance to prevent damage to your ship​​.
- Keep Moving: Circle the ghost ships to avoid being surrounded. Maintain a good distance and fire at lone ships to minimize incoming damage.
- Repair Often: Assign a crew member to constantly repair the ship. Ghost ships can deal significant damage, and neglecting repairs can lead to a quick defeat.
Rewards for Defeating the Burning Blade
Defeating the Burning Blade and its fleet yields valuable loot, including Ghostly Treasures and special items like the Captain Skull of the Damned and Cannonball Crate of the Damned. These can be sold to various factions for significant rewards​​.
