i dont have much time, so i go quick. ironickly, my strongest character IS a privateer, so i naturally know the flaws and strengths.
naturally, you shougd know that privateers can heal, allowing to solo the ENTIRE game while tring to beat the game in very little time, maybe even 10 minutes( i honestly dont think thats possible).

i would recommend once you get your first training point, to train in swashbucklers and buccaneers, ignore all but the required talents and powers for stabby and smashy weapons 2. it would help in the long run, AND allow you to train flaking and renteless form the trainers in devilfish hollows. thats all the time i got, sorry.

I think the greatest thing about Privateer is that it's the most versatile class, and you can play it anyway you want. And now with Clandestine trainers, training in other schools is even easier. Here's a few tips (that should be taken with a grain of salt because I'm no expert):

-If you want to play Support, go immediately for Witchdoctor class and consider keeping Scratch at the top of your roster. This does not mean you need to use Staffy weapons. Witchdoctor is just an amazing class, and especially for Privateers. Not only does it give you better spells (which means better heals, armor, and non-percent buffs), but you ALSO get Juju which is fantastic for a class so heavily reliant on Companions.
-Find a team you are comfortable with, and try your best to stick with it and to build your play style and powers around it. Privateers are all about their team, so it helps to build a reliable strategy. For example, if you're rolling full Bucc squad (Egg, Rat, and Hawk or other Buccs), it would be a great idea to invest points in the Buccaneer class for Strength buffs, or find gear that gives you Strength buff powers.
-Try to get Jack Russel or his Crown Twin on your team. He is seriously amazing, especially with your Will buffs.
-Keep Discipline and Enduring Discipline at the top of your list. No exceptions.
-Don't underestimate the Accuracy/Dodge buffs.
-Remember to pop Will buffs as soon as possible, they seriously help for any Spell Power.
-Most importantly, do what you want and have fun!

Hope these tips help!

Cpt. Cruel Owen Quarrel, Level 65 Big Sky Hunter

Cruel Owen Quarrel on Nov 10, 2015 wrote:

I think the greatest thing about Privateer is that it's the most versatile class, and you can play it anyway you want. And now with Clandestine trainers, training in other schools is even easier. Here's a few tips (that should be taken with a grain of salt because I'm no expert):

-If you want to play Support, go immediately for Witchdoctor class and consider keeping Scratch at the top of your roster. This does not mean you need to use Staffy weapons. Witchdoctor is just an amazing class, and especially for Privateers. Not only does it give you better spells (which means better heals, armor, and non-percent buffs), but you ALSO get Juju which is fantastic for a class so heavily reliant on Companions.
-Find a team you are comfortable with, and try your best to stick with it and to build your play style and powers around it. Privateers are all about their team, so it helps to build a reliable strategy. For example, if you're rolling full Bucc squad (Egg, Rat, and Hawk or other Buccs), it would be a great idea to invest points in the Buccaneer class for Strength buffs, or find gear that gives you Strength buff powers.
-Try to get Jack Russel or his Crown Twin on your team. He is seriously amazing, especially with your Will buffs.
-Keep Discipline and Enduring Discipline at the top of your list. No exceptions.
-Don't underestimate the Accuracy/Dodge buffs.
-Remember to pop Will buffs as soon as possible, they seriously help for any Spell Power.
-Most importantly, do what you want and have fun!

Hope these tips help!

Cpt. Cruel Owen Quarrel, Level 65 Big Sky Hunter

How limiting.......

Virtuous Dante Ramsey

The way you play as a Privateer depends on which strategy that you want to adopt. I tend to be the type that hangs back in combat, which means that the way I use my practice points and organise my powers is solely based around using as many boosts as possible. Almost all of my gear come with an additional power - this is useful for me, as my main intention is to buff my companions. Try getting gear that gives juju (or higher versions of it), as its boosts are tailored to benefit every class. I don't know what it's like to be a more offensive player, though. It's not uncommon to see some Privateers being more involved in the actual combat.

The most important thing to remember about Privateers is that companions are one of the most important features of this class. I know this is of personal taste, but I really like having 3 main companions that I use for the entire game (Egg Shen, Bonnie Anne + Marchioness). By using your 3 chosen companions over and over again, you know what works best, and what doesn't. These companions aren't very strong individually, but together, they work as a very cohesive team.

Good luck with the Privateer class! It's one of the more complex ones, but that's what makes it so fun to play!

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