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• Season Eight is the latest Sea of Thieves<\/em> content update, available November 22 and free for all players with Xbox Game Pass and across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10\/11, and Steam.<\/li>\n
• Dive into on-demand player versus player ship combat in the Battle for the Sea of Thieves, clashing with other crews and rising up the ranks of your chosen Faction.<\/li>\n
• Another 100 levels of seasonal progression let all players build Renown and earn rewards, while new adventures are in store to explore the stories of Sea of Thieves<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

  The \u2018Return of the Damned\u2019 Adventure may have come to a close, but the battle between its two opposing sides is only just beginning! In the eighth Sea of Thieves<\/strong><\/em> Season, this brewing rivalry breaks out into a full-blown Battle for the Sea of Thieves, pitting crew against crew to determine whether the Guardians of Fortune or the Servants of the Flame will rule the waves. So man the cannons and pick a side \u2013 there\u2019s a war to be won.<\/p>\n

  If you\u2019re eager to get into the heat of this ongoing battle, worry not: Season Eight is now available as a free update for all players with Xbox Game Pass, across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10\/11 PC, and Steam.<\/p>\n

  As always, Season Eight will also offer 100 levels of rewards for all players to unlock by just playing the game and raising their Renown \u2013 rewards including cosmetics, gold and Ancient Coins. Players also have the option of purchasing the latest Plunder Pass to access premium items not yet available anywhere else! Find out more about how Seasons work in our Seasons Explained and Plunder Pass Explained articles.<\/p>\n

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  Pirate vs. Pirate<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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  Caught between the opposing ideologies of the Pirate Lord and Captain Flameheart, the Sea of Thieves has descended into open warfare. Using the new Hourglass of Fate on their ships, all pirate crews who wish to join the fray can vote on a Faction to side with: the Guardians of Fortune, backed by the likes of the Pirate Lord and Belle, or the Servants of the Flame, fuelled by the hunger of the Reapers and their loyalty to Flameheart.<\/p>\n

  Once you\u2019ve chosen your Faction, the goal is simple: sink as many enemy ships from the opposing Faction as you can. Unfurl the War Map, dive beneath the waves and enter head-to-head showdowns with crews of similar ability to your own. Fight and win, and you\u2019ll earn Allegiance and unlock Faction rewards!<\/p>\n

  Building up a streak of defeated enemy Faction ships will also result in boosted Allegiance, and sinking four or more in a row will mark you as a Faction Champion! Be warned though, becoming a Champion will make you visible to any other players in the area and taking you down will grant them a greater boost than usual. An enticing target for any pirate looking to make a name for themselves.<\/p>\n

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  Should you really want to raise the stakes, go boldly into battle with as much treasure aboard your ship as possible to amplify your Allegiance-earning potential. Staying afloat is also good news for your Hourglass of Fate: with every win, your Hourglass will increase in value. When you vote to leave the Battle for the Sea of Thieves, you can cash in your Hourglass at any Outpost or The Reaper\u2019s Hideout, depending on your Faction \u2013 but if you get sunk first, all that stored value will be lost to the waves!<\/p>\n

  As you win battles and unlock rewards, your Allegiance will continue to rise. Eventually you\u2019ll earn serious perks including access to previously unexplored areas of each Faction\u2019s hideout. Ever wondered what (and who) lurks beneath The Reaper\u2019s Hideout? You might just get a chance to find out\u2026<\/p>\n

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  Raising your Allegiance will also grant you access to unique Curses from each Faction, which are a lot more enticing than they sound. Players siding with the Guardians of Fortune can earn the Legendary Blessing of Athena\u2019s Fortune which allows them to embrace the Ghostly Curse, while Servants of the Flame can be at one with their inner skelly by unlocking the Skeleton Curse (and then pay a visit to the Bonesmith to customize their new look).<\/p>\n

  Emissaries and Captains won\u2019t miss out on the fun either. If you\u2019re already an Emissary for Athena\u2019s Fortune or The Reaper\u2019s Bones, siding with the corresponding Faction to sink ships of the opposing Faction will net all the usual rewards and<\/em> boost your Emissary Grade, company reputation and Ledger position. For Captains, Season Eight introduces two new Milestone Alignments in the Ship\u2019s Log: The Guardian and The Servant. Representing the relevant Factions to progress through these Milestones will unlock new Trinkets and customization options.<\/p>\n

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  No update is complete without new Pirate Emporium treasures, and this one is no exception! First up is the opulent King\u2019s Ransom Ship Collection based on the kind of wildly wealthy royalty found only in fables, letting players deck out their vessels in glorious gold and maybe accentuate the look with a King\u2019s Ransom Crown. And as the Night Wulf Ship Collection is a perennial favorite, its influence expands this month with the Night Wulf Costume and Weapon Bundle!<\/p>\n

  Not to be left out, new Plunder Pass purchasers are in for a treat this Season with not only the full Ravenwood Ship Collection (including Collector\u2019s Figurehead and Sails) added to the pool of Seasonal rewards, but also the evolving Ravenwood Costume that changes as you raise your Renown and progress through the Season.<\/p>\n

  For any deal hunters out there, good news! The Black Friday Sale is set to run from November 24\u201329, delivering discounts on classic cosmetics from Sea of Thieves: A Pirate\u2019s Life<\/em> and other iconic sets, alongside a fleeting restock of the rare Golden Skull Sails. And don\u2019t miss out on the free Confident Captain Emote while you\u2019re browsing!<\/p>\n

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  Find Out More<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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  For more information on the Sea of Thieves<\/em> Season Eight update, including full release notes, visit the Sea of Thieves<\/em> website. The update is available for free to all Sea of Thieves<\/em> players who have bought the game on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10\/11 PC or via Steam, or players who have access to it with Xbox Game Pass. Simply download and install the latest Sea of Thieves<\/em> update to get access.<\/p>\n

  New to Sea of Thieves<\/em>? Find out about the latest free content updates on our What\u2019s New page, get familiar with Who\u2019s Who or pick up some gameplay tips from our Pirate Academy, which provides invaluable information on topics ranging from sailing to swordplay as you prepare for your maiden voyage. Learn more about Sea of Thieves<\/em> here, or join the ongoing adventure at www.seaofthieves.com where you can embark on an epic journey with one of gaming\u2019s most welcoming communities!<\/p>\n

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  \nAbout the game
  \nSea of Thieves offers the essential pirate experience, from sailing and fighting to exploring and looting \u2013 everything you need to live the pirate life and become a legend in your own right. With no set roles, you have complete freedom to approach the world, and other players, however you choose.
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  \nWhether you\u2019re voyaging as a group or sailing solo, you\u2019re bound to encounter other crews in this shared world adventure \u2013 but will they be friends or foes, and how will you respond?
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  \nA vast open world
  \nExplore a vast open world filled with unspoiled islands, sunken ships and mysterious artefacts. Take on quests to hunt for lost treasure, seek out cursed Skeleton Captains or gather valuable cargo for the Trading Companies. Go hunting and fishing or choose from hundreds of optional goals and side-quests.
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  \nUnforgettable stories
  \nPlay through the Tall Tales to experience Sea of Thieves\u2019 unique take on a story-driven campaign. With 11 tales to play through across two epic storylines, these immersive and cinematic quests provide around 30 hours of the ultimate pirate fantasy.
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  \nBecome Legend
  \nOn your journey to become a Pirate Legend you\u2019ll amass loot, build a reputation and define a unique personal style with your hard-earned rewards. Adventurer. Explorer. Conqueror. What will your legend be?
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  \nA game that\u2019s always growing
  \nWith five major expansions and almost a year\u2019s worth of monthly updates, Sea of Thieves is a service-based game that is continually growing and evolving. Check back each month to see what new content has been added.\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n