NOTE: I am aware that Swashbucklers already have First Strike 3, but if my theory is correct, this talent is not limited to just that class.

Basis:

With the new update, one can learn Rank 1 epic talents from Clandestine trainers and obtain additional Rank1 epic talents (First Strike, Relentless, etc.) through pets. With the combination of several Rank 1 talents, one may now use Relentless 2, Burst Fire 2, etc. In theory, if three Rank 1 talents are combined, one may obtain Rank 3 of certain talents such as First Strike 3 and Repel Boarders 3 -- two talents effective in both PVP and PVE.

Necessary Equipment:

For Repel Boarders 3:

• Privateer w/ Repel Boarders 1
• Manticore’s Sting (Grants Repel Boarders 1)
• Admiral’s Bundle Royal High Naval Saber (Grants Repel Boarders 1); or Captain Blood’s Hook; or Bobby Bones’ Blade or Hand (Grants Repel Boarders 1); or Fin’s Cunning Cutters (Grants Repel Boarders 1)

For First Strike 3:

• Metal Guardian’s Blade (Grants First Strike 1)
• Eyes of the Cobra (Grant’s First Strike 1)
• Pet which grants First Strike 1

At the moment, I cannot test this theory (as I do not have some of the necessary equipment to test it) and would be most thankful if someone were to try it for me.

Thank you for reading and I wish you the best of luck!

- Jack

If your a witch you can give a bonus rank of riposte and first strike if you want