Skull and Bones Y1S2.2.0
Ubisoft has recently released the comprehensive patch notes for the Y1S2.2.0 update of Skull and Bones. This update brings substantial improvements and exciting new features that aim to enhance the overall gaming experience for players. Upon the announcement, there was significant anticipation about what changes and additions would come with this update.
The full details of the update confirm a range of enhancements, including gameplay improvements and bug fixes. Players can look forward to new activities and challenges as they navigate the high seas, promising a more engaging and immersive experience.
Patch Notes for the Skull and Bones Y1S2.2.0 Update
Newly Introduced Feature – Activity Recommendations
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When players enter the Indian Ocean, a list showing currently active events and activities will become visible. This includes the ability to track these events or fast travel to them directly. The list is also accessible from the Map tab.
Gameplay Enhancements and Feature Updates
Warehouse slot capacities have been increased at various player levels:
- Freebooter: 155 to 160 slots
- Brigand: 170 to 190 slots
- Corsair: 185 to 220 slots
- Kingpin: 200 to 250 slots
Item filters have been updated to allow the selection of multiple categories at the same time.
Changes to Combat Dynamics
Culverins now deal 34% to 50% more damage per shot for non-common types. Long Guns have had their damage per shot increased by 33% and the reload time reduced to 7.2 seconds from 9 seconds. The effect of „Compagnie Spirits Locker“ furniture has been altered to increase Brace Strength by 15%. Adjustments have been made to the perks of both the Black Prince and Brigantine vessels, with changes to armor and hull health considerations.
Synchronization of Bounty and World Events
Participation in Elite Warship World Events now automatically adds the relevant bounty to the player's journal. A new system for daily first-clear rewards for bounties has been implemented, offering bonuses in Pieces of Eight.
| Bounty | Daily First Clear Bonus |
|---|---|
| Chorus of Havoc | Pieces of Eight x 800 |
| The Blighted Bastion | Pieces of Eight x 800 |
| Verse of Remorse | Pieces of Eight x 500 |
| Verse of Vengeance | Pieces of Eight x 500 |
| Silent Death | Pieces of Eight x 250 |
| Jaws of Retribution | Pieces of Eight x 250 |
| Anguish from the Abyss | Pieces of Eight x 250 |
Additionally, the plunder status of all POIs is now visible regardless of the player's current location. Bounties related to active World Events are now the only ones available at the Bounty Board.
Vendor Modifications with the Y1S2.2.0 Patch
The quantity of ammunition per crate available at vendors has been significantly increased.
| Ammunition Type | Previous Crate Amount | New Crate Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cannonball | 10 | 100 |
| Mortar Bomb | 10 | 20 |
| Buoy Shell | 10 | 20 |
| Ballista | 10 | 20 |
| Bombard | 15 | 60 |
| Sea Fire Oil | 30 | 60 |
| Torpedo | 30 | 60 |
| Rocket | 50 | 100 |
Items such as food, water, and chests can now be sold to vendors. Sale prices for various item categories have also been increased, such as raw food, cooked food, weapons, and armor. An increasing number of filter categories have been added, including the ability to filter by multiple currencies.
Fleet Management Changes
The Dhow has been removed as an option from ship assignment.
New Events Tab in the Journal
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An events tab has been added to the Journal, showing all active events and plunders within the world.
World Event Status Display Updates
World Event icons on the map now visually display the remaining distance or time. This information will no longer be shown as text around the map marker, and the event tooltip has been updated to indicate the timer numerically.
Adjustments to Sea Monsters
The health, damage output, and recommended Ship Rank for both Lestari and Mega Lestari have been decreased. Kuharibu's recommended Ship Rank has been increased, while Zamaharibu's recommended Ship Rank has been reduced.
Settings Modifications in the Y1S2.2.0 Patch
A new setting allows players to toggle the interaction outline in-game. By default, the setting is set to have the outline turned off.
Introduction of New Blueprints
New items have been added to the codex and crafting screen and can be purchased from the Black Market:
- Little Grace III
- Abyssal II
- Machinist Station (Mines) I
UI Enhancements in the Y1S2.2.0 Patch
Icons have been introduced to the required materials list when tracking a blueprint, and the UI for the Call-for-Help button has been updated.
Vanity Items
The Dusk Swashbuckler Set is now available at the Black Market and Vanity Atelier within dens. The set includes:
- Nightfall Sash (Belt)
- Duskbracers (Forearms)
- Seadog's Bane (Face Accessory)
- Gilded Pauldrons (Neck)
- Sundown Breeches (Pants)
- Gloomstriders (Shoes)
The High Tricorne Hat will be added in a future update.
Bug Fixes and Corrections
Perks
- The „Ironwill“ perk on the Hulk now persists instead of being removed after 5 seconds.
- The „Vindictive“ perk of the Snow ship now consistently activates.
- The „Wildfire“ perk of the Sambuk properly triggers with the Infernal Maw's deployed buoys.
Manufactory Defense
- The issue where a Manufactory Defense opportunity could trigger upon exiting the game has been corrected.
Contracts
- Players can now abandon repeatable contracts such as „Argent Refrain“, „Sable Refrain“, and „Peste Control“.
- Issues related to contract events, such as disappearing targets or contract tracking, have been addressed.
- The contract „Verse of Vengeance“ and „Verse of Remorse“ can now be correctly submitted if the Hubac Twins are defeated.
All these changes and additions aim to improve the overall gameplay experience by addressing player feedback and introducing new content to explore and enjoy.
