As a seasoned sea dog and battle-hardened sailor, I’ve seen my fair share of cannon fodder during my time at sea. But I must say, the art of cannon combat is one that requires both strategy and skill.
When it comes to surviving the high seas in Rogue Waters, your ship’s setup is key to victory. Having the right combination of modules and cannons can make all the difference in both sea and ship battles. In this guide, you’ll find some of the best modules to keep your crew alive, as well as the cannons that will tear through your enemy’s ship.
Best Modules for your ship in Rogue Waters
In Rogue Waters, one effective tactic involves enhancing your vessel with modules that enhance the health and agility of your crew, particularly during challenging encounters. Additional health allows your team to endure more damage, enabling them to keep fighting even after taking multiple hits. This is especially beneficial when facing larger enemy crews, as they may outnumber you, making survivability crucial. A stronger crew with higher health points gives you more time to implement your strategies and allows for a few errors without immediately losing your key personnel early in the battle.
Not only does it offer defensive benefits, but also the capacity to traverse additional squares in combat significantly boosts your advantage. Greater mobility during ship battles enables your team to advance further at the outset, potentially placing them close to opponents for a swift attack. In a game where position is crucial, the freedom of movement significantly enhances the combat effectiveness of your crew.
Apart from HP and Movement, I’ll also be exploring other modules in the following table. These are modules I’ve utilized and found useful in my personal gaming experience. They offer protection for your ship’s crew, boost abilities for specific roles, and much more.
| Module Name | Effect |
|---|---|
| Armor Stands I | +1 Armor for your crew. |
| Drowned Goddess Figurehead | All Mates heal 1HP at the start of their turn. +1 Movement for all Mates. |
| Fireproof Hull | Your crew is immune to the Burning effect (caused by fire on ship decks). |
| Fortified Cabins I | All crew members gain one extra Max HP. |
| Fortified Cabins II | All crew members gain two extra Max HP. |
| Fortified Cantine | Mates gain two extra Max HP, but lose one point of Movement. |
| Fortified Quarterdeck | Captain Cutter gains two extra Max HP. |
| Fortified Spar Deck | Grapplers gain one point of Movement and an extra point to their Max HP. |
| Pennant of Precision | Gives all Mates an extra point to their damage bonus. |
| Pennant of Toughness | Gives all Mates an extra one point damage bonus. |
| Quickfoot Banner | Your crew is immune to the Engaged effect. |
| Rum Supply I | All crew members heal one HP at the start of your turn. |
| Slick Rigging I | Crew modified by one (adds an extra Mate to your boarding party on your second move). |
| Solid Colors | Mates on your crew are immune to bomb explosions and heal one point at the start of your turn. |
| Standard of Retort | All Mates on your crew deal damage to their attacker if they remain in melee range after attacking. |
| Sturdy Deck I | One point of Movement to all of your crew. |
Best cannons for your ship in Rogue Waters
In the sea fights of Rogue Waters, selecting the right guns for your vessel significantly influences whether you’ll emerge victorious or not. Steer clear of guns whose damage range begins at zero. Although they may appeal due to their higher potential damage, they are more prone to malfunctions than scoring a hit. Malfunctions don’t harm your ship, but they squander precious Command Points that would be better utilized on more dependable guns. Opt instead for guns with a damage range starting at one. Even though the damage might be lower, having consistent damage is much more beneficial than relying on guns that frequently fail to deliver any impact.
A thrilling element of this game involves seizing cannon weapons from vanquished enemy vessels following victories. By hovering over a raid target on the map before engaging battle, you can determine which cannon awaits, making it strategic to plan ahead if you’re low on firepower. Additionally, these cannons can be purchased at specific ports, providing additional flexibility for tailoring your arsenal. To start a raid with extra cannons, first, ensure you have the necessary upgrades unlocked in your Workshop.
| Cannon Name | Damage | Command Point Cost | Applicable Targets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decksweeper II | 3-3 | One | Crew |
| Decksweeper III | 4-4 | One | Crew |
| Decksweeper IV | 5-5 | One | Crew |
| Glass Cannon II | 2-4 | One | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Glass Cannon III | 3-4 | One | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Heavy Cannon II | 4-4 | Two | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Heavy Cannon III | 5-5 | Two | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Leviathan | 8-8 | Free | Module |
| Light Cannon III | 2-3 | One | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Light Cannon IV | 2-4 | One | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Mortar I | 2-5 | One | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Mortar II | 3-6 | One | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Mortar III | 4-7 | One | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Mortar IV | 5-8 | One | Module, Cannon, Crew |
| Shipwrecker II | 4-6 | Two | Module |
| Shipwrecker III | 5-7 | Two | Module |
| Shipwrecker IV | 6-8 | Two | Module |
Tips for using your cannons during sea battles
Cannons are exclusively effective in naval skirmishes – these are encounters where both parties remain on their respective ships, exchanging cannon fire for three rounds. These weapons are designed to inflict damage upon the opposing cannons, cripple other ship components, and potentially decimate the enemy crew prior to a boarding action.
Struggling to do any meaningful damage during sea battles? Try these tips:
- Prioritize targeting dangerous cannons. Always target enemy cannons that look like they can deal significant damage to your crew. Taking these out early can prevent devastating hits later on.
- Carry at least two cannons that target cannons. Make sure to have at least two cannons in your arsenal that can specifically target other cannons. This will give you the edge in dismantling enemy firepower before they can hit you hard.
- Fill the rest of your slots with module and crew cannons. After ensuring you have a couple of cannon-targeting cannons, focus the rest of your loadout on cannons that target enemy ship modules and crew (or modules, crew, and cannons!).
- Use specialized cannons for maximum impact. While the best cannons can target everything—cannons, modules, and crew—many of the more powerful cannons tend to specialize in one area. For example, Shipwrecker III can only target modules, so know what each cannon does best.
- Destroy enemy HP-boosting modules. Keep an eye out for enemy ship modules that give extra HP to their crew. Take these out as soon as possible to make the rest of the fight easier.
- Target bombers and gun users on the enemy crew. Focus on eliminating bombers and gun-wielding crew members before your team has to face them in boarding combat. Removing them early will make your crew’s hand-to-hand battles much smoother.
- Keep your Command Points in mind. Don’t waste Command Points on cannons that frequently misfire, especially those with a range starting at zero. It’s better to spend your points on reliable shots that are guaranteed to deal at least some damage.
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