Are you ready to take on the challenge of captaining a ship in the thrilling world of *Dead Sails*? This game will test your skills as you strive to balance survival, ship maintenance, and combat against monstrous foes. Here's your ultimate guide to mastering *Dead Sails* and swiftly reaching that 100k meter finish line.
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Table of Contents
- Beginner’s Guide for Dead Sails
- Before You Set Sail
- How To Choose A Class
- What To Do In Towns
- Dead Sails Tips & Tricks
- Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel
- How To Survive The Night
- Which Weapon To Choose
- Best Items To Collect
Beginner’s Guide for Dead Sails
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If you're new to Dead Sails, don't fret. This game, akin to its forerunner Dead Rails, is straightforward in its core concept. As the captain of a ship, your mission is to sail in a straight line, covering 10,000 meters between towns, with the ultimate goal of reaching 100,000 meters. The key is to keep moving, ensure you don't run out of fuel, and stay alive. Simple, yet challenging.
Before You Set Sail
The in-game lobby before starting a round offers valuable insights, albeit at a cost. Starting with 15 Dabloons, the game's currency, you'll need to be strategic. Boats are pricey and unnecessary for beginners, and while bandages and weapons might tempt you, you'll find plenty in-game.
How To Choose A Class
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Invest your 15 Dabloons wisely by purchasing a class. These are perks obtained through a loot box system, costing 3 Dabloons per try. You might get a class like Pirate or Gunslinger on your first attempt. Your choice should align with your play style. For a detailed breakdown, check out our Dead Sails Class Tierlist.
What To Do In Towns
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Each round begins in a town where your ship is docked. These towns, appearing every 10,000 meters, serve as your safe havens with various amenities:
- Trading Hut: Sell collected items.
- General Store: Purchase essential items for your journey.
- Hospital: Heal yourself.
- Gun Shop: Buy guns and ammunition.
- Sheriff’s: Earn bounty money from defeated enemies.
Start with a blunt weapon like a pickaxe or hammer, but prioritize buying coal. Spend all your money on coal to keep your ship fueled, as running out of fuel means game over.
Dead Sails Tips & Tricks
While the gameplay is straightforward, you'll encounter various structures and face attacks from undead creatures. Mastering the game requires understanding a few key strategies.
Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel
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Coal is vital in Dead Sails, with each piece adding 20% more fuel. You could theoretically finish the game by buying 5 coal pieces per town, but that's not the fun part. Collect items marked as "fuel" to gain an extra 5% per item. However, the most efficient way to fuel up is by using the corpses of defeated undead, which you can store in your inventory.
How To Survive The Night
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Nighttime in Dead Sails is tougher with reduced visibility. Ideally, spend the night in town for safety. If not, purchase Barbed Wire beforehand to mount on your ship, deterring mobs. Without Barbed Wire, pause your journey and attack any approaching creatures.
Which Weapon To Choose
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Weapon choice depends on your preference. Melee fans might stick with the initial hammer or pickaxe, but as enemies grow stronger, you'll need more powerful weapons. A shotgun offers significant damage, ideal for unexpected encounters. Alternatively, the revolver, often found in buildings, is a good early-game firearm to master.
Best Items To Collect
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With a limited inventory of 10 items, focus on high-value collectibles:
- Moyai and Bars: Valuable in diamond, gold, and silver forms.
- Healing Packs: Keep these for emergencies rather than selling.
- Crosses: Sell for 35 cash or use as weapons against the undead.
- Weapons: Use or sell depending on your needs.
- Robot Head: Found in houses and banks, sells for 45 cash.
- Holy Water: Found in churches, sells for 25 cash.
- Gold Llama: Rare and expensive, sells for 150 cash.
Remember, items on your boat must be welded to prevent them from falling off. Use the weld button (Z on the keyboard) to secure them.
And that's your comprehensive beginner's guide to Dead Sails! Follow these tips to become the ultimate captain and navigate the treacherous waters to victory. For an extra edge, don't forget to check out our Dead Sails codes.
