How to unlock Skull and Bones Black Prince armor

Installing different armors is one of the best ways to improve your ship’s performance and appearance in Skull and Bones. One of the most sought-after armors in the game is the Black Prince, a rank 400 armor that can increase your damage mitigation and reduce incoming damage when your hull is low.

The Black Prince armor has a sleek and elegant design, with a black and gold colour scheme and a lion emblem on the bow. However, getting the Black Prince armor is not easy, which is why our Skull and Bones guide will walk you through the steps to unlock it.

But before we dive into the process, feel free to go through some of our other guides on the Skull and Boss and check to see if it has land combat or if it’s on Game Pass.

How to get Black Prince armor in Skull and Bones

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You can directly purchase the Black Prince armor by visiting the Black Market store in Skull and Bones, which is a secret shop that sells rare and exclusive items. The armor costs around 450 Sovereigns, which is quite expensive compared to other armors.

The Black Market is run by shady managers who can be found at the dens, which are the safe havens where you can rest, repair, and resupply your ship. You can access the Black Market by talking to the managers and selecting the option “Show me what you have.”

However, it's important to note that Black Prince armor doesn't have a blueprint, unlike most other items, which means spending the Sovereign currency is the only way to unlock it. As a result, getting the Black Prince armor is not easy, as it requires a lot of Sovereigns and a high Infamy rank.

In case you weren't aware, Infamy is the reputation system in Skull and Bones, which reflects your status and influence among the pirate factions. There are five Infamy ranks: Scoundrel, Outlaw, Renegade, Kingpin, and Legend. To unlock the Black Prince armor, you need to reach the Kingpin I rank, which is the second-highest rank in the game. You can increase your infamy by completing missions, defeating enemies, and participating in events.

Skull and Bones Black Prince armor stats and perks

The Black Prince armor has the following stats and perks:

• Armor: 1200
• Explosive mitigation: 35%
• Fire mitigation: 18%
• Piercing mitigation: 20%
• Perk: Resolute (Decreases incoming damage by 50% when the hull’s health is below 33%)

The Black Prince armor is a great choice for players who want to survive longer in combat and take advantage of the Resolute perk, which can make your ship more resilient when it is critically damaged.

And that’s all you need to know about unlocking Black Prince armor in Skull and Bones. For more on the seafaring adventure game, you can check to see the game’s system requirements and if it’s on Steam.