@@timdev615 it's really simple - you can't be as good as them, so you bring them down to your level by being slightly better than them, so that they end up worse than you. ;)
Literally just started playing 2 days ago bc I’m a huge ark and ac black flag fan. Me and my buddy crew up from time to time but I go solo otherwise. Yesterday I got grieved by some randos with no point in their destruction as I tried to turn in some quests. They really caught me off guard which caused me to be more cautious going forward. I’m now here trying to learn a few strategies to counter larger groups of folk. Solo slopping is just sweaty enough to entice me but casual enough to be fun even with alone. Learning is only fun if the education pays off so wish me luck as I try and take on any crew I see on the horizon😎👍🏻
Yesterday, I encountered a Royal Sovereign-themed Sloop and upon engaging, I noticed 3 things: the guy pulled really smart maneuvers, he was amazing at shooting cannons, and he never said anything toxic despite being attacked. My excitement skyrocketed for a second, I had to be fighting the one and only Phuzzy Bond... I boarded the sloop with my heart pounding of excitement, ready for the day HAYL1311 would test his mettle against the mighty Phuzz... But of course, it was just a savvy pirate with a fondness for green ships...
1. Play dumb, pretend you didn't see them by "going to an island". 2. Hiding inside the ship and emote to view outside the small window. 3. Once out of their vision, turn around and get ready, surprise them with anchor and/or chain shot. 4. BLIND SPOT : Leave the player alive in the water if too close to mermaid but too far to board. 5. Use the window inside the ship to "normal" bomb (Not sure what its called) on the windows corner, which pushes them off. Thanks to you I'm growing quickly in skills and I even surprise long time players when I tell them how long I've been playing! Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing your tips!
I haven't been watching this channel for long, but in the week I've watched I've learned more about the gameplay when I first started, thank you Phuzzy.
I’ve been playing since day 1 and probably don’t need to watch guides, but I love your videos so I’m watching anyways. And hey, it’s always good to get a refresher.
Phuzzy... I've been pretty vocal with my issues about what a lot of players do on this game... some things that even you do. but in watching your videos, you seem to have a much better mindset about the game than what I've perceived in people who do that (that, being attacking people who are minding their own business and/or aren't interested in the pvp aspects of the game)... I've seen content makers who basically are jerks about it... pompous, seemingly sadistic (in the enjoyment they seem to get from ruining another's time)... but you don't fit that bill. it actually makes me question my perception of said topic... exacerbating my introspection... which i think is important and i find myself thankful to you for having that impact on me. in any case, i appreciate what you do on here and in game and have much respect for you, for it. you make it seem not so bad. also, a side note, I think it's wonderful that you and Jackie share in the game together. I love watching the videos of you two playing together. (yes, I'm subbed)
your problem is thinking that everyone that engages in pvp is just trying to ruin someone elses day. Its a pirate game. If im trying to go to an island to dig up some treasure and i see your boat chillin on the same island, im going to engage you or lure you away to the open ocean and get you to either a)sink or b)get so bored of chasing me you give up and sail off. PvP makes this game fun, and its not just for PvP's sake.
Awesome video! You're one of my favorite SoT players, not many are as humble or as helpful as you. I'd love to play with (or against) you but I'm on console only. Keep up the great work!
I just started some days ago with SoT and discoverd one of your video. I still don´t know much about the game, but I think that your Videos will help me and my friends to become better Pirats. Thanks a lot that you still make new Videos :'D
Needed this video more as a motivational boost than anything. Thanks. I'm going back out again on the high seas, solo as usual, and gonna keep fighting the good fight.
Hi Phuzzy, thank you for all this amazing content. Definitely improved my way to play solo sloop since I subscribed to your channel :) I would love to see a video about ship maneuvers and how anticipate / surprise the ennemies.
Good video phuzzy I really found this helpful as I am a more defensive and offensive player but mostly offensive so this will help me a lot when I am doing solo on a sloop, I have actually been getting better, I took down a galleon on a sloop with my friend and a brig while doing solo sloop, keep making the good vids as I am finding them very helpfully
all good , but first thing , learn to land cannon shots xd good place to start is do the ghost ship battles , i've shot more cannons vs ships in one day than in one month of normal play
also a small thing. The sloop has its brig and no staircase on the left. There is a spot where no holes can be made so sometimes you have advantage if you present your larboard side.
I think some of the most important initial things to do if you are solo is to A) anchor your opponent B) drop their mast C) Firebomb. You are at a natural disadvantage and so it is crucial to even the playing field by "removing" the extra player advantage on your opponent's ship. If it's 2v1 and your opponent is even mediocre you're going to have a hard time unless you do one of those things. Here, the guy essentially eliminated himself. NEVER board if you're solo unless you have 0 holes on your ship, you don't expect the ship to take damage while you're away from it, and your opponents are heavily distracted because they're either bailing or dead and they're taking on water. If your opponent gets up the ladder, you MUST NOT DIE. If you die, it's your ship's death sentence. You must NOT allow yourself to be boarded.
I often fly the gold hoarder flag, so I usually get targeted by reapers. Thanks for all the tips, hopefully they'll help! By the way, still waiting on that solo galleon guide ;)
just started two days ago. Seems all i did those days was bail water patch and die to skelly ships. I incrementally got better. I dont slam into the islands anymore. I dont take five minutes to line up my harpoon on flotsam. Killed my first skelly ship and got owned by another much better player. Just made my first 100k gold and working towards buying my first ship. Great game. very challenging. A thinking mans pvp game.
Awesome advice. You are an amazing shot though. I would have missed my anchor ball and then the chainshot, looked like a dolt and gave them confidence. Ha.
I just drop off loot each voyage, but I spend most of my time following ships sometimes you become friends and you get a share of their loot. I haven't needed gold since day 1 and I hardly play anymore.
Great strategy! I was scratching my head though when you fired an anchorball then a chainshot without loading the cannon. Was there a cut there I can't find or is this a known trick?
when I used the chain shot I noticed that sometimes the chain shot clips through the mast, I usually aim mid way up but would it be more beneficial to aim lower where it’s thicker, or destroy their capstan with one after running them into an island and getting them to anchor turn?
Mast is always most effective, or wheel, better than Capstan. Unless it's a galleon, then capstan will be very effective. As for clipping through, that's a hitreg problem I hope they fix soon
I protect myself (new player, solo sloop) against pirate legend sails by sailing to the end of the world and making any loot unavailable for them. Just today, a 2 man sloop followed me halfway through the map. I did see the alliance flag and when I went into the water to "talk to them" the started shooting me so I knew what I had to do. Once my ship sank and the loot disappeared, they left the server (got booted to a new one). Go figure... all they want to do is grief
well I'm new and every time I get something like a bounty skull or a treasure chest its like the game curses me to always encounter a galleon that sinks my ship and steals my loot in seconds :(
I don’t get why ships that aren’t good at pvp decide to attack people. Some ship attacked my crewmate and me today and we sank them using only a chest of sorrow. One cannonball was fired the whole time. It was from them and it missed
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“If you can’t be as good as the enemy, make the enemy as bad as you”
That’s so smart. I’m gonna have to start using that
the problem is, you have to be smart to make that happen, then, they're not as bad as you, they're worse.
Doesn't make much sense to me.
@@timdev615 it's really simple - you can't be as good as them, so you bring them down to your level by being slightly better than them, so that they end up worse than you. ;)
As my friend told me: "it's not about me winning. It's about You LOSING"
This man makes everyone's sea of thieves experience way way better.
Not mine... But it's entertaining
Ikr
@@nocluewhattoputhere true
Except for the other people on his server
Literally just started playing 2 days ago bc I’m a huge ark and ac black flag fan. Me and my buddy crew up from time to time but I go solo otherwise. Yesterday I got grieved by some randos with no point in their destruction as I tried to turn in some quests. They really caught me off guard which caused me to be more cautious going forward. I’m now here trying to learn a few strategies to counter larger groups of folk. Solo slopping is just sweaty enough to entice me but casual enough to be fun even with alone. Learning is only fun if the education pays off so wish me luck as I try and take on any crew I see on the horizon😎👍🏻
Yesterday, I encountered a Royal Sovereign-themed Sloop and upon engaging, I noticed 3 things: the guy pulled really smart maneuvers, he was amazing at shooting cannons, and he never said anything toxic despite being attacked.
My excitement skyrocketed for a second, I had to be fighting the one and only Phuzzy Bond...
I boarded the sloop with my heart pounding of excitement, ready for the day HAYL1311 would test his mettle against the mighty Phuzz...
But of course, it was just a savvy pirate with a fondness for green ships...
Maby?
1. Play dumb, pretend you didn't see them by "going to an island".
2. Hiding inside the ship and emote to view outside the small window.
3. Once out of their vision, turn around and get ready, surprise them with anchor and/or chain shot.
4. BLIND SPOT : Leave the player alive in the water if too close to mermaid but too far to board.
5. Use the window inside the ship to "normal" bomb (Not sure what its called) on the windows corner, which pushes them off.
Thanks to you I'm growing quickly in skills and I even surprise long time players when I tell them how long I've been playing! Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing your tips!
Thank you for making this high quality content for me and everyone who is here, watching you
Welcome 😊
Even with over two years in the game now, these still teach me new cues to watch for that I might not have realized myself.
this guy gives the most chill advice whilst being the most chill youtuber in SoT. kudos
Consider to make a full playlist of "how to solo slooping" so usefull and fun!
I love how chill and calming your videos are even though they’re about a pvp pirate game.
Offer other ships cookies BOOM instant friends. Everyone loves cookies
I'd accept it dude
Tracking cookies? I like it.
I just got Sea of Thieves this evening, and already found you. One of my happier subs in some time. Thank you for the excellent content!
I haven't been watching this channel for long, but in the week I've watched I've learned more about the gameplay when I first started, thank you Phuzzy.
Honestly your the best sea of thieves TH-camr I’ve seen
I’ve been playing since day 1 and probably don’t need to watch guides, but I love your videos so I’m watching anyways. And hey, it’s always good to get a refresher.
You were the first sea of thieves content creator I found, and your guides are wonderful! Thank you!
New Phuzzy video = today just got much more interesting!
Good tips; be loaded with cursed cannon balls, pineapples, and never miss any shot. Got it !
Haha! Great response! Lol
Your videos always either teach me something new or put into words things I already do.
Holy crap almost 50k you have grown a lot, well done and great video!
Phuzzy... I've been pretty vocal with my issues about what a lot of players do on this game... some things that even you do.
but in watching your videos, you seem to have a much better mindset about the game than what I've perceived in people who do that (that, being attacking people who are minding their own business and/or aren't interested in the pvp aspects of the game)...
I've seen content makers who basically are jerks about it... pompous, seemingly sadistic (in the enjoyment they seem to get from ruining another's time)... but you don't fit that bill.
it actually makes me question my perception of said topic... exacerbating my introspection... which i think is important and i find myself thankful to you for having that impact on me.
in any case, i appreciate what you do on here and in game and have much respect for you, for it. you make it seem not so bad.
also, a side note, I think it's wonderful that you and Jackie share in the game together. I love watching the videos of you two playing together.
(yes, I'm subbed)
Thank you 😊
your problem is thinking that everyone that engages in pvp is just trying to ruin someone elses day. Its a pirate game. If im trying to go to an island to dig up some treasure and i see your boat chillin on the same island, im going to engage you or lure you away to the open ocean and get you to either a)sink or b)get so bored of chasing me you give up and sail off. PvP makes this game fun, and its not just for PvP's sake.
@@xiphosmaniac *sigh* not arguing about this anymore
Hey Phuzzybond your videos taught me a ton!
Excellent Phuzzy! As always one of the best content creators for SoT
Awesome video! You're one of my favorite SoT players, not many are as humble or as helpful as you. I'd love to play with (or against) you but I'm on console only. Keep up the great work!
Great content! I became a sniper after watching your cannons guide! I rarely miss shots now!
I just started some days ago with SoT and discoverd one of your video. I still don´t know much about the game, but I think that your Videos will help me and my friends to become better Pirats.
Thanks a lot that you still make new Videos :'D
Needed this video more as a motivational boost than anything. Thanks. I'm going back out again on the high seas, solo as usual, and gonna keep fighting the good fight.
Whenever you wanna ally, my gamertag is GT1299. I usually play only with another friend
That was genuinely a masterclass in solo sloop play.
I thought by now there wasn’t much I could learn, but you always teach me something.
man, this is insane! You make every fight look so easy hahaha. Great video!
Hi Phuzzy, thank you for all this amazing content. Definitely improved my way to play solo sloop since I subscribed to your channel :)
I would love to see a video about ship maneuvers and how anticipate / surprise the ennemies.
Still dont understand why im watching this. im a veteran
Phuzzy = God
Lol thank you for the support 🤣
Good video phuzzy I really found this helpful as I am a more defensive and offensive player but mostly offensive so this will help me a lot when I am doing solo on a sloop, I have actually been getting better, I took down a galleon on a sloop with my friend and a brig while doing solo sloop, keep making the good vids as I am finding them very helpfully
Meant to say more defensive player not more offensive
Your videos are fantastic. They have helped me improve my pvp skills 10 fold. I had to sub to you, thank you!
Great video thanks for making it. I’m a solo slooper so I love watching your solo video guides.
all good , but first thing , learn to land cannon shots xd
good place to start is do the ghost ship battles , i've shot more cannons vs ships in one day than in one month of normal play
He made a how to aim cannons guide a year ago
Cool bud 👌🏻👍🏻
Thanks for making these guides they are really helpful!
Fantastic video, as always! Thanks Phuzzy!😁
Love your videos!
Love the content Phuzzy!
great video bro defo gonna use these tips
Awesome vidéo as always with Phuzzy !
i would love to see more of your failures and you breaking down WHY you lost then just you succeeding. I keep seeing you do well, not so much failing.
Amazing guides Phuzzy! Makes some more! Btw. What are the skins?
also a small thing. The sloop has its brig and no staircase on the left. There is a spot where no holes can be made so sometimes you have advantage if you present your larboard side.
2 mins and i got in early.
Buzzyphond is plotting his revenge against Phuzzybond
Great content as always!
Oh my lord I needed this so much!
Great work man, those cannons shots were on point!
It also helps being a literal god of cannon aiming, I would assume haha! Your videos are incredible, man! I hope I don't wind up on your bad side. ;)
I love this dude im getting sea of thieves tmr and hes given me alot of good tips i wish to play with him
interesting vid, will use the tips!
I was watching this in sea battle on solo sloop and won they had gold hoarder guilded thank you 🙏
Thank you mister.
Great video, really helps when it comes to combat!
Another good one Phuzzy.
I wish I could like twice, I can't wait to try this the next time I set sail
I’m new to the game and this was very helpful
This is really cool. Maybe I’ll be able to play alone again.
Hi! If you don't mind, I have a question:
Which cannons did you use in this video, and how can you obtain them?
- Great Video! ☺
I think some of the most important initial things to do if you are solo is to A) anchor your opponent B) drop their mast C) Firebomb. You are at a natural disadvantage and so it is crucial to even the playing field by "removing" the extra player advantage on your opponent's ship. If it's 2v1 and your opponent is even mediocre you're going to have a hard time unless you do one of those things. Here, the guy essentially eliminated himself. NEVER board if you're solo unless you have 0 holes on your ship, you don't expect the ship to take damage while you're away from it, and your opponents are heavily distracted because they're either bailing or dead and they're taking on water. If your opponent gets up the ladder, you MUST NOT DIE. If you die, it's your ship's death sentence. You must NOT allow yourself to be boarded.
You are appreciated, good sir.
Phuzzy vid pog
I often fly the gold hoarder flag, so I usually get targeted by reapers. Thanks for all the tips, hopefully they'll help!
By the way, still waiting on that solo galleon guide ;)
why would you solo a galleon
Great vid and damn, that's a smart trap to set.
just started two days ago. Seems all i did those days was bail water patch and die to skelly ships. I incrementally got better. I dont slam into the islands anymore. I dont take five minutes to line up my harpoon on flotsam. Killed my first skelly ship and got owned by another much better player. Just made my first 100k gold and working towards buying my first ship. Great game. very challenging. A thinking mans pvp game.
4:30 How would you go about dropping the other players skill level to yours?
first comment!!! really love ur content! about to watch this one right... NOW!
Awesome advice. You are an amazing shot though. I would have missed my anchor ball and then the chainshot, looked like a dolt and gave them confidence. Ha.
What do you do with the emissary flags you take from sunken ships?
Sell them to reapers
I just drop off loot each voyage, but I spend most of my time following ships sometimes you become friends and you get a share of their loot. I haven't needed gold since day 1 and I hardly play anymore.
2:35 how the heck did you shoot Anchor ball and Chainshot INSTANTLY after? I need to load it for ages?
he just cut it up lol
it's very obvious if you use your eyeballs for more than two seconds, put it on 0.25x if you really can't and you'll see
We were going to film a video for this today :( damn you phuz
Great strategy! I was scratching my head though when you fired an anchorball then a chainshot without loading the cannon. Was there a cut there I can't find or is this a known trick?
Holy cow this was amazing
What set of clothing is that?
Great video!!!!
this guy is a fucking god-tier military strategist and he plays Sea of Thieves with all that talent.
Win/win lol
when I used the chain shot I noticed that sometimes the chain shot clips through the mast, I usually aim mid way up but would it be more beneficial to aim lower where it’s thicker, or destroy their capstan with one after running them into an island and getting them to anchor turn?
Mast is always most effective, or wheel, better than Capstan. Unless it's a galleon, then capstan will be very effective. As for clipping through, that's a hitreg problem I hope they fix soon
Thanks man!!
this sounds like a bob ross video but about pirates
Me and friends were in a brig, we saw a sloop getting chased down by a galleon so we helped out the sloop
The 1 down vote is the dude he sank XD
I hope one day I meet phuzzy on the seas. I know he'll wreck me, but what an honour that would be 🙂👍
We can instead play shanties and chat too!
what are your ship cosmetics??
Royal Sovereign 👍
@@PhuzzyBond thanks
I protect myself (new player, solo sloop) against pirate legend sails by sailing to the end of the world and making any loot unavailable for them.
Just today, a 2 man sloop followed me halfway through the map. I did see the alliance flag and when I went into the water to "talk to them" the started shooting me so I knew what I had to do. Once my ship sank and the loot disappeared, they left the server (got booted to a new one). Go figure... all they want to do is grief
sokonashi here
how's jackie and the family? :)
All good how is it going 😊
@@PhuzzyBond Sounds good :) My family and i are chilling. Looking forward to the stream 😁
well I'm new and every time I get something like a bounty skull or a treasure chest its like the game curses me to always encounter a galleon that sinks my ship and steals my loot in seconds :(
Crew up with my Discord members 🤗 so many new and experienced players looking for crews to sail
whats this guitar music?
Nice strat
haha
the lonelyness of me has brought me to the only option of using a solo sloop all the time
people say it's hard
no, its a priority
... How have I not been counting enemy cannon shots until now?
I don’t get why ships that aren’t good at pvp decide to attack people. Some ship attacked my crewmate and me today and we sank them using only a chest of sorrow. One cannonball was fired the whole time. It was from them and it missed
I was 69th like. Nice
That is a great guide
But still.. my aim with canons and guns is too bad for pvp
That is why i always sink and die
Can someone help me on this game, I'm new to it and I wanna have a couple friends to play with. I'm on PC btw
Hello 😊 join my discord in the description many people there sailing and happy to help
Wow.....
Hey.
The problem is... im not gonna hit the curse ball. Propably from the distance. And definitely not the chain shot
Mmmmm new video smell-
lAsT tImE i wAs ThiS EaRlY
I can't for the life of me make my ship turn just right to circle a ship/island when solo slooping.