The Lion and the Rat, Skull and Bones – John Scurlock wishes to eliminate yet another traitor and make an example out of them. Player is tasked to hunt down and eliminate the traitor. The traitor in this instance appears to be Le Spectre. Traitor is armed and dangerous, the same goes for his fleet. The following is a quick overview of The Lion and the Rat main contract from John Scurlock and a mini-guide on how to beat Le Spectre by wreck.
The Lion and the Rat Main Objectives:
- Sail to the traitor’s location before they escape.
- Eliminate the traitor(s).
- Confront John Scurlock.
Rewards: 700 Infamy, 1150 Silver, Cully’s Choice Ship Cosmetic, Scurlock’s Chasers Weapon
SAIL TO THE TRAITOR’S LOCATION BEFORE THEY ESCAPE – From Scurlock’s office prepare for battle and head to your ship. Be sure to conduct any repairs and liquidate any status effects causing ill to the overall Hull health. This will be important for the coming skirmish between Le Spectre and his fleet. The fastest way from Sainte Anne to the traitor’s location is detailed below, it’ll take about 2 minutes sailing at full speed.
Fastest Way to Caredec – Le Spectre from Sainte Anne
ELIMIINATE THE TRAITORS – The traitor and their fleet are located in the northern part of the Bloody Channel waters just NW of La Bastide. John Scurlock postures so player can have a sense of urgency but they won’t be sailing away too fast. Watch your stamina and don’t lag too much while you’re at it.
Traitor spotted and their respective stats.
Your first adversary will be a small-to-midsize ship that deals an equitable amount of damage as they are fast. Focus on this ship’s bowside to deal critical damage. As for Le Spectre’s weak points of his ship; Focus on the stern/backside as well, those hitting those areas will deal critical damage.
Le Spectre Battle, part of his fleet that will aid him. Light ’em up, focus on their weak points to deal critical damage.
Critical Points of Damage on Le Spectre.
Le Spectre will constantly heal himself during battle, beware.
CONFRONT JOHN SCURLOCK – John Scurlock will have some explaining to do after this scuffle. If you’re still in one piece head back to Sainte Anne to confront him and receive your reward. As detailed before, player will receive; 700 Infamy, 1150 Silver, Cully’s Choice Ship Cosmetic, Scurlock’s Chasers Weapon.
In Skull and Bones, sometimes a kind stranger will come to aid you in battle. May Fair Winds and a Full Hold come to those who help.
