Sea of Conquest Flagship Guide: What to Upgrade First

In Sea of Conquest: Pirate War, your flagship leads every voyage and battle. Upgrading it well makes every other part of the game easier – from exploring to fighting in alliance events.

Why the flagship matters

• It’s your main combat ship.
• Its stats affect survival and damage in every fight.
• Many features and voyages become easier as it grows.

Upgrade priorities

Priority	Upgrade	Why
1	Core upgrades unlocked by main quests	Usually the biggest jumps in power
2	Survivability (hull, defence)	Keeps you in fights longer
3	Firepower	Wins fights faster
4	Utility upgrades	Helpful once the basics are solid

Match upgrades to your style

• Frontline captains – prioritise survivability so you can absorb attention.
• Damage-focused captains – prioritise firepower, but keep enough defence to survive.
• Explorers and traders – balance survival with upgrades that help voyages.

Don’t forget the crew

Your crew’s skills multiply your flagship’s strength. A strong flagship with a weak crew underperforms – see our crew guide.

Repair before you sail

Going into battle damaged is a common mistake. Repair between fights, especially before alliance events and PvP. More combat tips in our naval combat guide.

Common mistakes

• Upgrading randomly instead of following the main quest line.
• Ignoring defence in favour of damage.
• Sailing into fights damaged.

A well-upgraded flagship is your best investment. Follow a clear plan and every voyage gets easier. For the basics, see our beginner guide.