Test Server Update – September 15: Raking Fire and Leaks Change

Raking Fire Improvements

• Greatly increased grape and splinter damage from cannons.

• Greatly increased the number of cannons destroyed during raking fire.

• Grape shot damage is now effective up to 500 meters.

• Increased bow hitpoints to allow closing distance with more safety 

Previously, raking fire was not a particularly effective tactic. We want to make it viable again. We look forward to your feedback.

Other Changes

• Slightly increased the impact of angling — previously cannons could penetrate armor up to 45 degrees, now they can do so at roughly 40–43 degrees.

• Successfully inflicted leaks from a single broadside can sink a ship if the captain does not react in time and shift the entire crew to Survival Focus.

• Slightly reduced the hitpoints of mast sections.