Sailing Smart: Understanding the Sovereigns in Sea of Thieves
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Selling to the Sovereigns in Sea of Thieves offers Captains a convenient way to offload their hard-earned treasure without sacrificing any gold or reputation. The Sovereigns act as intermediaries, delivering your loot directly to the appropriate Trading Companies on your behalf, providing the same rewards you’d receive if you sold it yourself. This streamlined process saves time and reduces the hassle of running between different Trading Company representatives at each outpost. However, it’s important to note that this service is exclusively for Captains and their crews, and certain types of loot are not accepted.
What the Sovereigns Offer: A Pirate’s Paradise
The Sovereigns, identifiable by their elegant attire and opulent lounges near the docks, are a boon for Captains navigating the treacherous waters of Sea of Thieves. They offer a centralized point for selling almost all types of treasure, streamlining the selling process and allowing you to quickly return to the seas in search of more loot. They will not accept any Cargo even if the destination of the goods is for the same outpost. This makes voyages faster, more profitable, and far less tedious, especially after a long haul.
The Benefits of Selling to the Sovereigns:
- Convenience: A single point of contact for selling most treasures.
- No Cut: Receive the same amount of gold and reputation as selling directly to the Trading Companies.
- Efficiency: Saves time and reduces travel within outposts.
- Captain’s Privilege: Exclusively available to Captains and their crews.
- Commendations: Progression towards faction-specific commendations are awarded.
Caveats to Consider:
- Captain Requirement: You must be sailing as a Captain to utilize their services.
- Limited Loot Acceptance: They do not accept Reaper’s Bones loot, Hunter’s Call exclusive loot, or Cargo.
- No Milestone Progress: Selling loot to the Sovereigns awards progression towards faction specific turn in commendations while also not rewarding the player for milestone progress.
- Emissary Influence: When selling treasures sellable to multiple companies (like Mermaid Gems), the Sovereign will sell it to the company you’re sailing for as an Emissary. Otherwise, it’s sold randomly.
- Sea Post Restriction: Treasures are only delivered to outposts, not Sea Posts.
Understanding the Nuances: Selling Specific Loot Types
While the Sovereigns are incredibly helpful, understanding how they handle specific types of loot is crucial for maximizing your gains. Treasures that can be sold to multiple Trading Companies, such as Mermaid Gems, will be randomly sold to one of them unless you are sailing as an Emissary. In that case, the Sovereign will prioritize selling the treasure to the Trading Company you represent, further boosting your Emissary Grade and potential rewards.
Athena’s Fortune items, like the Chest of Legends, must still be sold to the Mysterious Stranger at the Athena’s Fortune hideout. Reaper’s Bones loot, identifiable by its distinct red and black aesthetic, is exclusively handled by the Servant of the Flame at the Reaper’s Hideout. The Hunter’s Call loot must still be turned in to the Sea Post and not the Sovereigns. Recognizing these exceptions is key to optimizing your selling strategy.
FAQs: Your Questions About the Sovereigns Answered
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Sovereigns to further clarify their role and benefits in Sea of Thieves:
1. Is there any downside to selling to the Sovereigns in Sea of Thieves?
The main downsides are that you must be a Captain, they don’t accept Reaper’s Bones loot or Hunter’s Call exclusive loot, and selling to them doesn’t contribute to ship milestone progress.
2. Do selling to Sovereigns count for commendations?
Yes, selling loot to the Sovereigns does award progression towards faction-specific turn-in commendations.
3. Do the Sovereigns take a cut in Sea of Thieves?
No, the Sovereigns do not charge a fee or take a cut of your profits. You receive the same gold and reputation as if you sold directly to the Trading Companies.
4. Does it matter who you sell to in Sea of Thieves?
Yes, some treasures can only be sold to specific Trading Companies. The Sovereigns simplify this process by automatically delivering the loot to the correct company. Knowing where to sell certain treasures can also affect your Emissary Grade and associated rewards.
5. What is the most profitable thing to do in Sea of Thieves?
While strategies vary, Lost Shipment Voyages for the Merchant Alliance are known for being highly profitable. Completing these voyages often rewards players with a Grade-Five Emissary Flag and a significant amount of treasure.
6. Can you sell Athena flags to the Mysterious Stranger?
Yes, but only if the flag was obtained by sinking an Athena Emissary. You cannot sell random Athena’s Emissary Flags.
7. Does selling to the Sovereigns give you less money?
No, selling to the Sovereigns does not give you less money. You receive the same amount of gold as selling directly to the Trading Companies.
8. Why sell to the Sovereigns in Sea of Thieves?
The Sovereigns offer convenience, efficiency, and time-saving benefits for Captains. They provide a single point of contact for selling most treasures, eliminating the need to run between different Trading Company representatives.
9. Can you sell fish to the Sovereigns in Sea of Thieves?
Yes, you can sell fish (and meat) to the Sovereigns. You can also sell meat and treacherous plunder to receive gold and Hunter’s Call reputation!
10. Why can’t I sell to the Sovereigns in Sea of Thieves?
You cannot sell to the Sovereigns if you are not sailing as a Captain, or if you are trying to sell Reaper’s Bones loot, Hunter’s Call exclusive loot, or Cargo.
11. What is the best Emissary Flag in Sea of Thieves?
The Reaper’s Bones Emissary Flag is often considered the best in terms of potential loot value, but it also carries a higher risk due to the challenging quests and the focus on stealing from other crews.
12. Can you give Mermaid Gems to Athena?
No, Mermaid Gems cannot be sold to Athena’s Fortune. They can be sold to any of the other Trading Companies.
13. How do the Sovereigns work in Sea of Thieves?
You must be sailing as a Captain to hand in any treasure you’ve collected to the Sovereign representative at any Outpost. They will then distribute it to the relevant Trading Company on your behalf.
14. What happens when you sell mermaid gems to the Sovereigns?
Treasures that you can sell to multiple Trading Companies, such as Mermaid Gems, will be randomly sold to one of the Trading Companies unless you are sailing as an Emissary. In that case, the Sovereign will sell the treasure to the Trading Company you represent.
15. Can you sell all loot to Athena?
No, you cannot sell all loot to Athena. Only specific treasures like the Chest of Legends and Chalice of Ancient Fortune are accepted.
Conclusion: Mastering the Art of the Sale
The Sovereigns are a valuable asset for any Captain seeking to streamline their treasure-selling process in Sea of Thieves. By understanding their limitations and capitalizing on their convenience, you can maximize your time on the seas and further solidify your legendary status. So, hoist the sails, gather your loot, and let the Sovereigns handle the rest! Learning more about the mechanics in games, like Sea of Thieves, can be a very fun undertaking. For more in-depth analysis of gaming and learning, check out the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org.