Similar to choosing the "best" ship, the "best" ship loadout in Skull and Bones highly depends on your playstyle, the situation you’re in, and personal preferences. However, here are some popular loadouts for different approaches:
High Damage:
Ship: Brigantine or Sloop
Weapons: Fire Bombards (all slots) or Scurlock’s Long Nines (front/back) + Fire Long Guns (broadsides)
Playstyle: This setup focuses on dealing maximum damage, either through fire DoT (damage over time) from Bombards or high single-shot damage from Long Nines and Long Guns.
Defense and Control:
Ship: Hulk or Brigantine
Weapons: Flooding Demi-cannons (broadsides) + Heavy Cannons (front/back) or Chain Shot Cannons (all slots)
Playstyle: This setup focuses on niche strategies, utilizing mortars for area-of-effect damage or fire mortars for burning multiple enemies. Remember, these ships are vulnerable in close combat.
General Tips:
Always consider the enemy types and environment when choosing your loadout. For example, fire weapons might be less effective against heavily armored ships.
Experiment with different furniture to further enhance your chosen playstyle.
Food buffs can also provide temporary advantages, like increased repair speed or damage resistance.
Remember, the "best" loadout is subjective and depends on your specific needs and preferences. Don’t hesitate to adapt and experiment to find what works best for your pirate adventures!