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"doobeeyah" <doobeeyah@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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>A few things that anoy me about this game:
>
> - Why is it that enemy ship can turn against the wind and run away
> faster than me? If I try to turn my ship in his direction, my speed
> reduces to zero and my ship turns away and let the enemy runs away.
>
It would depend on a few factors:
1. The type of boat that you are on
2. The type of boat the enemy is on
3. The direction you take in regard to the wind (same for the enemy).
Check your game manual about best course to take which is dependant upon the
wind direction and the type of ship that you are sailing.
4. Sailing crew number and special seamen. If your crew is too small, I
believe you go slower. Also, I believe you can get special crewmen that
will aid you in sailing. You can find them on ships that you capture.
Sometimes the barmaid in port will tell you about them.
5. Are you sails up or down?
> - In some sword fights, my guy is reacting slower for some unknown
> reason. I notice he has this circle above his head, what is it?
>
You've been hit, or you went to thrust and missed. So you're off balance?
Sorry but its been awhile since I've played the game. See links below.
You should be able to find the answer there.
BTW If you attack a large force with a tiny force, then expect to see this
circle above your head a lot. Especially when you miss. You might want to
think about pulling into port and getting some more crewmen.
> - Anyone experience game lock up during sword fight?
>
If your game is locking up, its usually a sign of an outdated driver.
Check for latest video driver, DirectX, sound card, and motherboard.
Also, try reading the forums at these 2 sites. Some very good tactics and
tips posted in their forums.
http://www.addictedtopirates.com/
http://www.piratesahoy.net/component/option,com_frontpage/Itemid,1/