Manufactories in Skull and Bones are crucial facilities located within the Helm, which serves as your central hub for managing your pirate empire. These manufactories function as passive income generators, continuously producing specific resources over time.
Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know about manufactories:
Functionality:
Each manufactory specializes in producing a specific type of resource. These resources can be:
Materials: Used for crafting various items like ship upgrades, furniture, and consumables.
Food: Required to maintain your crew’s morale and prevent negative effects.
Luxury Goods: Valuable items used for trading and potentially acquiring Pieces of Eight.
Once built, a manufactory automatically produces its assigned resource at a constant rate.
You can collect the accumulated resources periodically from the manufactory interface within the Helm.
Unlocking and Upgrading:
Different manufactories become available at various Infamy ranks. As you progress through the game and gain infamy, you unlock access to build more advanced manufactories with higher production rates.
Each manufactory can be upgraded to increase its production output. Upgrading requires spending Silver and resources.
Strategic Use:
Choosing the right combination of manufactories to build is crucial for efficiently managing your resources and fulfilling your needs.
Consider your current playstyle and resource requirements:
If you focus on crafting, prioritize manufactories that produce crafting materials.
If you rely heavily on your crew, ensure a steady supply of food by building a food-producing manufactory.
Managing your manufactories effectively allows for a steady income of resources, reducing your reliance on purchasing them from vendors and contributing to your overall success in Skull and Bones.
Additional Tips:
Always collect your resources regularly to avoid reaching the maximum storage capacity and hindering further production.
Plan your upgrades strategically based on your resource needs and available Silver.
Remember, some manufactories, like the Sugar Mill or Rum Distillery, produce luxury goods that can be traded for potential Pieces of Eight, offering an alternative income source.
By understanding the mechanics and utilizing manufactories strategically, you can ensure a steady flow of resources and enhance your overall experience in Skull and Bones.