Using the Map to Identify Regional Demand

One of the most powerful tools for Skull and Bones Silver successful trading is your in-game map. By zooming into various regions — such as The Giant's Leap — you can discover what goods are highly sought after in that area.

Regions are marked with two key lists: “Highest In Demand” and “In Plentiful Supply.” These tell you which commodities are currently selling for premium prices and which ones are oversupplied and thus undervalued. To access this data, you must explore the area first; the information remains hidden until you've done a proper survey.

This regional trading system turns the world into a living marketplace. It’s not just about finding treasure — it’s about moving goods from where they’re cheap to where they’re needed most.

Check Every Merchant at the Port

Once you’ve reached a trade destination, your next step is comparing merchants. Most ports have two: a dockside vendor and another merchant inland. Don’t just sell to the first one you see — check both for pricing differences.

Each item will display arrows indicating its price status. Red arrows pointing down mean lower-than-average prices, while one or two green arrows pointing up indicate increased value. Always prioritize commodities with green arrows to get the highest return possible. Taking an extra minute to compare vendors can mean the difference between an average deal and a windfall.

Mastering the Commodity Trader

If you’re serious about building wealth, the Commodity Trader is your best friend. They tend to offer the most favorable deals and are central to many trading loops.

Pay close attention to what they’re overstocked on. You can often buy surplus items from the Commodity Trader at bargain prices, then haul them to distant regions where those same items are rare and in demand. This buy-low-sell-high loop is a cornerstone of skull and bones boosting any successful pirate’s trading strategy.