Fight for Your Faction in Sea of Thieves Season Eight
Summary
- The latest season is Season 8. Sea of ThievesS, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, and Steam.|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, and Steam.
- You can engage in on-demand combat between player ships and player players in the Battle for the Sea of Thieves. Clash with other crews to rise up the ranks of the Faction you choose.
- Seasonal progression offers 100 additional levels that let players earn Rewards and build Renown. New adventures await to discover the tales of Sea of Thieves.
The ‘Return of the Damned’ Adventure may have come to a close, but the battle between its two opposing sides is only just beginning! The eighth Sea of ThievesSeason: This brewing conflict explodes into a Battle for the Sea of Thieves. It pits crew against crew in order to decide whether the Guardians of Fortune will control the oceans or the Servants of the Fire. So man the cannons and pick a side – there’s a war to be won.
If you’re eager to get into the heat of this ongoing battle, worry not: Season Eight is now available as a free update for all players with Xbox Game Pass, across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 PC, and Steam.
As always, Season Eight will also offer 100 levels of rewards for all players to unlock by just playing the game and raising their Renown – rewards including cosmetics, gold and Ancient Coins. Plunder Passes are available to players who want access to premium products that may not be found anywhere else. You can learn more about Seasons and Plunder Pass in our Seasons explained and Plunder Pass explained articles.
Pirates vs. Pirate
Sea of Thieves finds itself caught in the middle of Captain Flameheart’s and Pirate Lord’s opposing ideologies. All Pirate crews that wish to be part of the Faction can cast their vote using the Hourglass of Fate. They will have to choose a Faction with which to align themselves: the Guardians of Fortune. These Factions are supported by the Pirate Lord, Belle and the Servants of the Flame.
Once you’ve chosen your Faction, the goal is simple: sink as many enemy ships from the opposing Faction as you can. You can unfurl the War Map and dive below the waves to join head-to-head battles against crews who are similar in skill as yours. Fight and win, and you’ll earn Allegiance and unlock Faction rewards!
You will be a Faction champion if you have a string of destroyed enemy Faction vessels. You should be aware that becoming a Champion can make you easily visible to other players, and taking down you will provide them with a stronger boost. This is a great target for pirates who want to be known.
War’s Spoils
To increase your Allegiance earning potential, you should go to battle boldly with all your treasure aboard. Your Hourglass of Fate will also appreciate if you stay afloat: every victory increases your Hourglass’ value. When you vote to leave the Battle for the Sea of Thieves, you can cash in your Hourglass at any Outpost or The Reaper’s Hideout, depending on your Faction – but if you get sunk first, all that stored value will be lost to the waves!
Your Allegiance will increase as you gain victories in battles, unlock rewards and earn more. Eventually you’ll earn serious perks including access to previously unexplored areas of each Faction’s hideout. Ever wondered what (and who) lurks beneath The Reaper’s Hideout? You might just get a chance to find out…
Raise your Allegiance can give you unique Curses for each Faction. Players siding with the Guardians of Fortune can earn the Legendary Blessing of Athena’s Fortune which allows them to embrace the Ghostly Curse, while Servants of the Flame can be at one with their inner skelly by unlocking the Skeleton Curse ( then pay a visit to the Bonesmith to customize their new look).
Emissaries and Captains won’t miss out on the fun either. If you’re already an Emissary for Athena’s Fortune or The Reaper’s Bones, siding with the corresponding Faction to sink ships of the opposing Faction will net all the usual rewards andIncrease your Emissary Grade and company reputation. For Captains, Season Eight introduces two new Milestone Alignments in the Ship’s Log: The Guardian and The Servant. You can unlock customisation options and Trinkets by representing the Factions that are relevant to your progress in these Milestones.
Visit the Emporium
This update doesn’t complete without the addition of new Pirate Emporium treasures. First up is the opulent King’s Ransom Ship Collection based on the kind of wildly wealthy royalty found only in fables, letting players deck out their vessels in glorious gold and maybe accentuate the look with a King’s Ransom Crown. Night Wulf Ship Collection remains a popular favorite and the Night Wulf Costume and Weapon Bundle expands its reach!
Not to be left out, new Plunder Pass purchasers are in for a treat this Season with not only the full Ravenwood Ship Collection (including Collector’s Figurehead and Sails) added to the pool of Seasonal rewards, but also the evolving Ravenwood Costume that changes as you raise your Renown and progress through the Season.
Good news for deal-hunters! The Black Friday Sale is set to run from November 24–29, delivering discounts on classic cosmetics from Sea of Thieves: A Pirate’s LifeOther iconic sets are also available, along with a brief restock of some rare Golden Skull Sails. And don’t miss out on the free Confident Captain Emote while you’re browsing!
Learn More
More information about the Sea of ThievesSeason Eight Update, with full release notes, is available at the Sea of Thieves website. Updates are free for all Sea of ThievesS.|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 PC or via Steam, or players who have access to it with Xbox Game Pass. Just download the most recent version and install it. Sea of ThievesTo gain full access, update.
The new to Sea of Thieves? Find out about the latest free content updates on our What’s New page, get familiar with Who’s Who or pick up some gameplay tips from our Pirate Academy, which provides invaluable information on topics ranging from sailing to swordplay as you prepare for your maiden voyage. More information aboutSea of Thieves here, or join the ongoing adventure at www.seaofthieves.com where you can embark on an epic journey with one of gaming’s most welcoming communities!
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The game
Sea of Thieves offers the essential pirate experience, from sailing and fighting to exploring and looting – everything you need to live the pirate life and become a legend in your own right. There are no roles to be assigned, so you can explore the world and interact with other players in your own way.
Whether you’re voyaging as a group or sailing solo, you’re bound to encounter other crews in this shared world adventure – but will they be friends or foes, and how will you respond?
A vast open world
Discover a vast, open land filled with mysterious artifacts, sunken ships, and unspoiled islands. You can embark on adventures to find lost treasure or cursed Skeleton Captains, as well as gather cargo for Trading Companies. You can go fishing, hunting or any of the hundreds of side-quests.
Unforgettable stories
Play through the Tall Tales to experience Sea of Thieves’ unique take on a story-driven campaign. These cinematic adventures offer around 30 hours worth of pirate fantasies.
Become Legend
On your journey to become a Pirate Legend you’ll amass loot, build a reputation and define a unique personal style with your hard-earned rewards. Adventurer. Explorer. Conqueror. Your legend.
A game that’s always growing
With five major expansions and almost a year’s worth of monthly updates, Sea of Thieves is a service-based game that is continually growing and evolving. To see the latest content, check back each month.
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