I’m wondering if there are any commonly-accepted house rules that help the game be more fun / balanced?

@stonetwig: Replying here since Xerecs already answered your rules questions.  I enjoy using my Basic Rules that do away with ram damage, make boarding more practical (winner chooses the option and which treasure(s) to take), whirlpools are bad…[Read more]

I particularly have a near fetish for everything nautical, resulting in a number of my tattoos, jewelry, and home décor being very “piratey”.

@commodore-starbuck: Nice, makes sense that this game is perfect for you then!

When we’re at the family cottage, we can be seen flying a Jolly Roger from the back of the Pontoon boat when we’re going ar…

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