Acquiring Legendary Treasure Maps in Skull and Bones is indeed tied to a specific PvP event called a Cutthroat Cargo Hunt. Here’s a detailed explanation:
Cutthroat Cargo Hunt:
Triggered Event: These events are randomly triggered and appear as a pop-up notification on the left side of your screen while playing.
Location Marker: The notification displays a red skull icon on the map, marking the designated location for the Cutthroat Cargo Hunt.
Race to the Location: Upon seeing the notification, you need to sail towards the marked location as quickly as possible.
Competing for the Map:
Not Alone: You won’t be the only one vying for the treasure map. Other players will also be notified and race towards the same location, creating a competitive PvP environment.
First Come, First Served: The first player to reach the designated location claims the Legendary Treasure Map. However, securing it requires additional action.
Defending Your Position:
Countdown Timer: Once you reach the location, a timer starts counting down. During this time, you need to defend your position against other players who might try to attack and steal the map before the timer expires.
Strategic Sailing and Combat: Depending on the situation, you might need to outmaneuver other players, engage in ship combat, or use defensive tactics to hold your ground and secure the map.
Claiming the Reward:
Timer Ends: If you successfully defend your position until the timer expires, you are awarded the Legendary Treasure Map.
Treasure Hunt Begins: With the map in your possession, you can now decipher its clues and embark on the actual treasure hunt to discover the hidden location and claim the valuable rewards.
Key Points:
Cutthroat Cargo Hunts are the primary way to obtain Legendary Treasure Maps, making them inherently PvP-focused events.
You’ll need to be fast, strategic, and potentially combat-ready to compete with other players and secure these valuable maps.
The risk and challenge of the PvP element add to the excitement of acquiring Legendary Treasure Maps, leading to a more rewarding and engaging treasure hunt experience.
By understanding the mechanics of Cutthroat Cargo Hunts and the role they play in acquiring Legendary Treasure Maps, you can be well-prepared to participate in these events, strategize your approach, and potentially claim these valuable rewards in Skull and Bones.