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{{ShipwrightSays|The Serpent's junk-rigged sails make her easier to sail upwind.}}

{{ShipwrightSays|The Serpent's junk-rigged sails make her easier to sail upwind.}}

The '''Serpent''' is a level 8 ship capable of a variety of unique roles. Her "[[Junk]]"-rigged sails allow her to sail quickly upwind-- faster than any other sailing vessel in the game, including the [[Marauder]] and most [[steam]]-powered vessels.  

The '''Serpent''' is a level 8 ship capable of a variety of roles. Her "[[Junk]]"-rigged sails allow her to sail close to the wind-- faster than most other sailing vessels in the game.  

Her ability to sail upwind allows for easy access to lucrative sailing routes, which her moderately-high Cargo Capacity compliments even more. The Serpent is also fairly well-armed, carrying four Size 7 guns to a side, making her a dangerous foe to encounter as a lone trader. Boarding a Serpent may prove difficult for most invaders, as her high sides can only be accessed from the water by use of a ladder on each side of the hull.

Her ability to sail upwind allows for easy access to lucrative sailing routes, which her moderate Cargo Capacity compliments even more. The Serpent is also fairly well-armed, carrying four Size 7 guns on each side, making her a dangerous foe to encounter. Boarding a Serpent may prove difficult for most invaders, as her high sides can only be accessed from the water by use of a ladder on the side of the hull.

Serpents struggle with poor maneuverability, and often will be unable to defend against an enemy once it becomes [[bowlocked]]/[[sternlocked]]. Her high profile allows for easy identification and an easy-to-hit target.  

Serpents struggle with poor maneuverability and may have trouble fighting smaller, more maneuverable foes. Her high profile also makes her an easy target.