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Memory 01: 01 The Calm Before The Storm
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag

Memory 01: 01 The Calm Before The Storm

Complete Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Memory 01, 'The Calm Before The Storm,' with our detailed walkthrough. Includes optional objectives, tips, and rewards.

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Complete Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Memory 01, 'The Calm Before The Storm,' with our detailed walkthrough. Includes optional objectives, tips, and rewards.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Locate the Templar Admiral’s ship using the SPYGLASS.
  2. 2
    Use the mortar to surprise the Templar fleet.
  3. 3
    Launch mortars at the support ships. One accurate mortar will sink a support ship.
  4. 4
    If mortars run out, close the distance to the support ships and use round shot or heavy shot to sink them.
  5. 5
    Turn your attention to the Admiral’s ship.
  6. 6
    Avoid the Admiral's mortars by watching for the yellow and red water.
  7. 7
    Turn your hull to the back end of the Admiral's ship and fire heavy shot.
  8. 8
    Use the swivels on the weak points to disable the ship.
  9. 9
    Board the Admiral's ship when within range.
  10. 10
    Kill 10 crew members, 2 officers, and the main captain.
  11. 11
    Use the swivel gun as you rope enemies in to clear out some crew.
  12. 12
    Finish the remaining crew using your preferred method, utilizing counter-attacks and breaking enemy defenses.
  13. 13
    After the last man is down, go below deck.
  14. 14
    Use a smoke bomb on the group of soldiers that rush you as you enter below deck.
  15. 15
    Use a smoke bomb on the Admiral himself.
  16. 16
    Take the package when prompted.
  17. 17
    Return to your ship.
  18. 18
    Head towards the marker, avoiding waterspouts (yellow swirling circles on the minimap).
  19. 19
    If you see a wave icon on the map, find the wave and meet it head on with your ship to avoid hull damage.
  20. 20
    Keep fighting towards the green marker to end the mission.
Tips
  • Take out the support ships before the flag ship to prevent them from becoming a nuisance.
  • Use the swivel gun as you rope enemies in to clear out a few of the crew before you start boarding.
  • Make good use of counter-attacks and remember to break the defenses of the tougher enemies before trying to attack them.
  • You can kill the soldiers and the Admiral in one go using smoke bombs without getting into a protracted fight.
  • The pursuing French ships will have trouble in the storm, so focus on avoiding hazards.

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