“Time and tide wait for no pirate,” or so the old sea shanty goes. In Sea of Thieves, navigating the vast ocean can be exhilarating, but sometimes, you need to reach your destination quickly. Whether you’re chasing a treasure map, outrunning a kraken, or simply trying to reach the nearest outpost before your loot spoils, knowing how to fast travel can be a lifesaver.
Setting Sail for Speedy Travels: Your Options in Sea of Thieves
The open world of Sea of Thieves doesn’t quite offer instant teleportation. After all, what fun would a pirate game be without a little seafaring? However, there are ways to expedite your journeys and reduce downtime:
1. Harnessing the Winds of Fortune: Mastering Ship Speed
The art of sailing is paramount in Sea of Thieves. Understanding wind direction and utilizing your sails effectively is the most fundamental way to “fast travel.”
- Angle your sails: Position your sails to catch the wind, indicated by the white streaks on your in-game map. Remember, a following wind (wind at your back) propels you the fastest.
- Utilize ship upgrades: Consider upgrading your ship at shipwrights. A better hull or enhanced sails can significantly increase your speed.
Expert Insight: Captain Amelia Macaw, renowned for her swift voyages across the Sea of Thieves, once wrote in her journal, “A ship is only as fast as her captain’s wit and the wind in her sails. Know your vessel and the currents, and even the longest journeys will feel short.”
2. Mermaid’s Grace: A Quick Dip for Urgent Matters
For solo travelers or those in need of a swift escape, mermaids offer a unique mode of travel. Keep an eye out for their shimmering tails circling in the water.
- Approach a mermaid: Swim up to a mermaid, and you’ll be presented with a list of locations to choose from.
- Select your destination: Mermaids can transport you to any outpost or active world event, making them invaluable for joining the action quickly.
A Word of Caution: Be wary when using mermaid transport near enemy ships. They can hear the mermaid’s song and will know your general whereabouts.
3. The Ferry of the Damned: An Unconventional Shortcut (For the Recently Deceased)
Dying in Sea of Thieves is an inevitable part of the adventure. While inconvenient, death does offer a peculiar form of fast travel.
- Embrace the Ferry: When you die, you’ll find yourself on the Ferry of the Damned. This spectral ship serves as a waiting area before you respawn.
- Chart your course: Speak to the Ferryman to choose your respawn location. You can return to your ship or opt for a different outpost altogether.
Tip: Use the Ferry of the Damned to your advantage. If you need to change regions quickly, consider a strategic (albeit temporary) demise.
