Ships

2026-01-20T14:02:18Z

EXPRI3ST:

=== '''<big>Meet the Fleet!</big>''' ===
Key information about all ships featured in the naval game mode.

== 🏛️ 50-Gun Frigate ==
[[File:Frigate50gun.webp|thumb|50-Gun Frigate (modelled after '[[wikipedia:French_frigate_Proserpine_(1809)|La Proserpine]]')|alt=]]''Modelled after 'La Proserpine'''

The Frigate is the undisputed queen of the ocean. It is the most resilient vessel but requires the most coordination to operate effectively.

* '''Firepower:''' 28x 18-pounder cannons (lower deck) & 22x 9-pounder cannons (top deck).
* '''Note:''' This is the only ship featuring '''Chase Guns''' (forward/rear firing).
* '''Max Range (18-pdr):''' ~625 meters
* '''Max Range (9-pdr):''' ~550 meters
*'''Sails & Rigging:''' 6 sets of sails (3 square). Maximum speed: '''14 knots'''.
* '''Interaction:''' Press '''E''' (PC) or '''B/Circle''' (Console) to climb the three sets of rigging to reach the '''Fighting Tops''' for sharpshooting.
* '''Points:''' Sinking this ship awards the enemy '''300 points'''. Friendly fire sinks deduct the same.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 1 Captain, 12 Marine, 10 Sailor, 10 Adept Sailor, 1 Musician, 1 Surgeon, 2 Carpenter.

== ⚓ 13-Gun Brig-Sloop ==
[[File:Brigsloop13gun.webp|thumb|13-Gun Brig-Sloop]]The "Workhorse of the Fleet," offering a perfect balance of speed and firepower.

* '''Firepower:''' 12x 6-pounder cannons & 1x powerful '''Carronade''' at the bow.
* '''Max Range (Carronade):''' ~575 meters
* '''Max Range (6-pdr):''' ~525 meters
*'''Sails & Rigging:''' 6 sets of sails (2 square). Maximum speed: '''13 knots'''.
* '''Interaction:''' 2 sets of climbable rigging leading to Fighting Tops.
* '''Points:''' Sinking awards '''100 points'''.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 1 Captain, 8 Marine, 3 Sailor, 3 Adept Sailor, 1 Musician, 1 Surgeon, 1 Carpenter.

== ⛵ 8-Gun Schooner ==
[[File:Schooner8gun.webp|thumb|8-Gun Schooner (modelled after '[[wikipedia:HNoMS_Axel_Thorsen_(1810)|Axel Thorsen]]')|alt=]]''Modelled after 'Axel Thorsen'''

A light escort vessel designed for speed and harassment. Its low profile makes it exceptionally difficult to hit at long range.

* '''Firepower:''' 8x 4-pounder cannons & 8x '''Swivel Guns''' (anti-personnel).
* '''Max Range (4-pdr):''' ~500 meters
* '''Sails:''' 4 sets of sails (1 square). Maximum speed: '''12 knots'''.
* '''Points:''' Sinking awards '''50 points'''.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 1 Captain, 2 Marine, 2 Sailor, 2 Adept Sailor, 1 Musician, 1 Surgeon, 1 Carpenter.

== 🎯 2-Gun Schooner ==
[[File:Schooner2gun.webp|thumb|2-Gun Schooner|299x299px]]A glass cannon designed for extreme range support.

* '''Firepower:''' 2x 24-pounder cannons mounted on '''Rotating Platforms'''.
* '''Max Range (24-pdr):''' '''~825 meters''' (Highest in game).
* '''Sails:''' 3 sets of sails. Maximum speed: '''10 knots'''.
* '''Points:''' Sinking awards '''30 points'''.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 1 Captain, 2 Marine, 2 Sailor, 1 Adept Sailor, 1 Musician, 1 Carpenter.

[[File:Rocketboat.webp|thumb|Rocketboat]]

== <big>Support Vessels</big> ==

=== The Rocketboat ===
The Rocketboat is a psychological weapon. While its accuracy is notoriously poor, its ability to cause chaos on an enemy deck is unmatched.

* '''Weaponry:''' Features a single '''Long-Range Rocket Launcher'''. Unlike standard cannons, rockets have an erratic flight path and explode upon impact.
* '''The Fire Hazard:''' Rockets have a high chance of igniting enemy sails or decking. A well-placed rocket can force an entire enemy crew to stop firing and pull out buckets to extinguish flames.
* '''Fragility:''' The Rocketboat is the most fragile vessel in the game. A single well-placed Round Shot from a Frigate or even a lucky Musket volley can sink it.
* '''Tactical Tip:''' Do not sit still. Use your 11-knot speed to "kite" larger ships. Fire your rocket, then immediately turn to present a smaller profile while you reload.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 4 Marine, 1 Sailor

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=== 🚣 The Gunboat ===
[[File:Gunboat.webp|thumb|Gunboat|298x298px]]The Gunboat is a versatile scout and sniper. It is often used to pick off low-health ships or harass larger vessels from a distance where their heavy guns struggle to aim.

* '''Weaponry:''' Armed with a '''4-pounder bow cannon'''. While it lacks the "stopping power" of an 18-pdr, it reloads significantly faster.
* '''Swivel Power:''' Equipped with two Swivel Guns. These are perfect for sniping the enemy Captain at the wheel or clearing the deck of a Rowboat attempting to board.
* '''Role:''' Excellent for defending the Frigate from stealthy Rowboat boarders or providing supporting fire to a Schooner in a duel.
* '''Tactical Tip:''' Because the gun is fixed at the bow, you must aim the entire boat to line up a shot. This makes "weaving" while reloading a vital skill for Gunboat pilots.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 4 Marine, 1 Sailor

== 🛶 Rowboat ==
[[File:Rowboat.png|thumb|297x297px|Rowboat]]
Rowboats are small, maneuverable craft that rely entirely on the physical exertion of the crew. They do not have sails and are unaffected by wind direction.

==== 1. Deployment ====
Rowboats are found attached to the stern or sides of larger vessels like the '''Frigate''' and '''Brig-Sloop'''.

* '''Launching:''' To deploy a rowboat, the mother ship must be stationary or moving at a very low speed.
* '''Interaction:''' Approach the rowboat on the deck and press <code>E</code> (PC) or <code>X/Square</code> (Console) to lower it into the water.

==== 2. Rowing Mechanics ====
The speed of the rowboat is determined by the number of players actively "sitting" in the rowing positions.

* '''Coordination:''' To maximize speed, rowers should ideally be Marines or Sailors.
* '''Steering:''' The person at the very rear (the stern) acts as the coxswain, controlling the direction of the boat.

=== Survival & The Lifeboat Role ===
When a ship is "Foundering" (sinking), the Rowboat becomes a lifeboat.

* '''Saving the Captain:''' In organized play, the priority is to get the Captain and the Surgeons into the Rowboat to maintain leadership and healing capabilities for the remaining crew.
* '''The Guerilla Move:''' If your ship sinks, don't give up. A single Rowboat full of survivors can board an enemy ship, kill their crew, and effectively "steal" their vessel, turning the tide of the entire match.

=== Tips for Rowboat Crews ===

* '''The Musician Trick:''' Having a Musician in the Rowboat playing a drum or fife doesn't help with speed, but it is excellent for morale during a daring boarding charge.
* '''Equip Melee:''' Ensure all boarders have their bayonets fixed or cutlasses drawn before reaching the enemy hull.
* '''The Grapeshot Threat:''' If you see an enemy cannon being turned toward you and the barrel is glowing with a "shotgun" spread visual, '''jump out'''. You have a better chance of surviving in the water than being wiped out in the boat.

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=== Comparison Summary ===

* '''Longest Range:''' 2-Gun Schooner (825m)
* '''Fastest Vessel:''' 50-Gun Frigate (14 knots)
* '''Highest Durability:''' 50-Gun Frigate
* '''Most Agile:''' 8-Gun Schooner

Ships

2026-01-20T14:01:00Z

EXPRI3ST: Revamped

=== '''<big>Meet the Fleet!</big>''' ===
Key information about all ships featured in the naval game mode.

== 🏛️ 50-Gun Frigate ==
[[File:Frigate50gun.webp|thumb|50-Gun Frigate (modelled after '[[wikipedia:French_frigate_Proserpine_(1809)|La Proserpine]]')|alt=]]''Modelled after 'La Proserpine'''

The Frigate is the undisputed queen of the ocean. It is the most resilient vessel but requires the most coordination to operate effectively.

* '''Firepower:''' 28x 18-pounder cannons (lower deck) & 22x 9-pounder cannons (top deck).
** '''Note:''' This is the only ship featuring '''Chase Guns''' (forward/rear firing).
** '''Max Range (18-pdr):''' ~625 meters
** '''Max Range (9-pdr):''' ~550 meters
* '''Sails & Rigging:''' 6 sets of sails (3 square). Maximum speed: '''14 knots'''.
** '''Interaction:''' Press '''E''' (PC) or '''B/Circle''' (Console) to climb the three sets of rigging to reach the '''Fighting Tops''' for sharpshooting.
* '''Points:''' Sinking this ship awards the enemy '''300 points'''. Friendly fire sinks deduct the same.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 1 Captain, 12 Marine, 10 Sailor, 10 Adept Sailor, 1 Musician, 1 Surgeon, 2 Carpenter.

== ⚓ 13-Gun Brig-Sloop ==
[[File:Brigsloop13gun.webp|thumb|13-Gun Brig-Sloop]]The "Workhorse of the Fleet," offering a perfect balance of speed and firepower.

* '''Firepower:''' 12x 6-pounder cannons & 1x powerful '''Carronade''' at the bow.
** '''Max Range (Carronade):''' ~575 meters
** '''Max Range (6-pdr):''' ~525 meters
* '''Sails & Rigging:''' 6 sets of sails (2 square). Maximum speed: '''13 knots'''.
** '''Interaction:''' 2 sets of climbable rigging leading to Fighting Tops.
* '''Points:''' Sinking awards '''100 points'''.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 1 Captain, 8 Marine, 3 Sailor, 3 Adept Sailor, 1 Musician, 1 Surgeon, 1 Carpenter.

== ⛵ 8-Gun Schooner ==
[[File:Schooner8gun.webp|thumb|8-Gun Schooner (modelled after '[[wikipedia:HNoMS_Axel_Thorsen_(1810)|Axel Thorsen]]')|alt=]]''Modelled after 'Axel Thorsen'''

A light escort vessel designed for speed and harassment. Its low profile makes it exceptionally difficult to hit at long range.

* '''Firepower:''' 8x 4-pounder cannons & 8x '''Swivel Guns''' (anti-personnel).
** '''Max Range (4-pdr):''' ~500 meters
* '''Sails:''' 4 sets of sails (1 square). Maximum speed: '''12 knots'''.
* '''Points:''' Sinking awards '''50 points'''.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 1 Captain, 2 Marine, 2 Sailor, 2 Adept Sailor, 1 Musician, 1 Surgeon, 1 Carpenter.

== 🎯 2-Gun Schooner ==
[[File:Schooner2gun.webp|thumb|2-Gun Schooner|299x299px]]A glass cannon designed for extreme range support.

* '''Firepower:''' 2x 24-pounder cannons mounted on '''Rotating Platforms'''.
** '''Max Range (24-pdr):''' '''~825 meters''' (Highest in game).
* '''Sails:''' 3 sets of sails. Maximum speed: '''10 knots'''.
* '''Points:''' Sinking awards '''30 points'''.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 1 Captain, 2 Marine, 2 Sailor, 1 Adept Sailor, 1 Musician, 1 Carpenter.

[[File:Rocketboat.webp|thumb|Rocketboat]]

== <big>Support Vessels</big> ==

=== The Rocketboat ===
The Rocketboat is a psychological weapon. While its accuracy is notoriously poor, its ability to cause chaos on an enemy deck is unmatched.

* '''Weaponry:''' Features a single '''Long-Range Rocket Launcher'''. Unlike standard cannons, rockets have an erratic flight path and explode upon impact.
* '''The Fire Hazard:''' Rockets have a high chance of igniting enemy sails or decking. A well-placed rocket can force an entire enemy crew to stop firing and pull out buckets to extinguish flames.
* '''Fragility:''' The Rocketboat is the most fragile vessel in the game. A single well-placed Round Shot from a Frigate or even a lucky Musket volley can sink it.
* '''Tactical Tip:''' Do not sit still. Use your 11-knot speed to "kite" larger ships. Fire your rocket, then immediately turn to present a smaller profile while you reload.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 4 Marine, 1 Sailor

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=== 🚣 The Gunboat ===
[[File:Gunboat.webp|thumb|Gunboat|298x298px]]The Gunboat is a versatile scout and sniper. It is often used to pick off low-health ships or harass larger vessels from a distance where their heavy guns struggle to aim.

* '''Weaponry:''' Armed with a '''4-pounder bow cannon'''. While it lacks the "stopping power" of an 18-pdr, it reloads significantly faster.
* '''Swivel Power:''' Equipped with two Swivel Guns. These are perfect for sniping the enemy Captain at the wheel or clearing the deck of a Rowboat attempting to board.
* '''Role:''' Excellent for defending the Frigate from stealthy Rowboat boarders or providing supporting fire to a Schooner in a duel.
* '''Tactical Tip:''' Because the gun is fixed at the bow, you must aim the entire boat to line up a shot. This makes "weaving" while reloading a vital skill for Gunboat pilots.
* '''Crew Spawns:''' 4 Marine, 1 Sailor

== 🛶 Rowboat ==
[[File:Rowboat.png|thumb|297x297px|Rowboat]]
Rowboats are small, maneuverable craft that rely entirely on the physical exertion of the crew. They do not have sails and are unaffected by wind direction.

==== 1. Deployment ====
Rowboats are found attached to the stern or sides of larger vessels like the '''Frigate''' and '''Brig-Sloop'''.

* '''Launching:''' To deploy a rowboat, the mother ship must be stationary or moving at a very low speed.
* '''Interaction:''' Approach the rowboat on the deck and press <code>E</code> (PC) or <code>X/Square</code> (Console) to lower it into the water.

==== 2. Rowing Mechanics ====
The speed of the rowboat is determined by the number of players actively "sitting" in the rowing positions.

* '''Coordination:''' To maximize speed, rowers should ideally be Marines or Sailors.
* '''Steering:''' The person at the very rear (the stern) acts as the coxswain, controlling the direction of the boat.

=== Survival & The Lifeboat Role ===
When a ship is "Foundering" (sinking), the Rowboat becomes a lifeboat.

* '''Saving the Captain:''' In organized play, the priority is to get the Captain and the Surgeons into the Rowboat to maintain leadership and healing capabilities for the remaining crew.
* '''The Guerilla Move:''' If your ship sinks, don't give up. A single Rowboat full of survivors can board an enemy ship, kill their crew, and effectively "steal" their vessel, turning the tide of the entire match.

=== Tips for Rowboat Crews ===

* '''The Musician Trick:''' Having a Musician in the Rowboat playing a drum or fife doesn't help with speed, but it is excellent for morale during a daring boarding charge.
* '''Equip Melee:''' Ensure all boarders have their bayonets fixed or cutlasses drawn before reaching the enemy hull.
* '''The Grapeshot Threat:''' If you see an enemy cannon being turned toward you and the barrel is glowing with a "shotgun" spread visual, '''jump out'''. You have a better chance of surviving in the water than being wiped out in the boat.

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=== Comparison Summary ===

* '''Longest Range:''' 2-Gun Schooner (825m)
* '''Fastest Vessel:''' 50-Gun Frigate (14 knots)
* '''Highest Durability:''' 50-Gun Frigate
* '''Most Agile:''' 8-Gun Schooner