Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced introduces three new recruitable officers—El Padre, Lucy Baldwin, and Tobias “Deadman” Smith—who provide unique tactical bonuses and narrative depth to the Jackdaw’s crew. According to game documentation, these characters are unlocked through specific side missions that trigger after players reach key milestones in Edward Kenway’s primary storyline.
How to Unlock New Officers in Black Flag Resynced
Recruiting these officers requires completing specific quest chains tied to the game’s sequence milestones. While each officer features a multi-part narrative, players gain access to the character’s primary tactical benefit immediately after finishing the first mission in their respective quest lines.
Recruiting El Padre
El Padre becomes available after players complete the sequence four act, “The Old Cave.” Adewalé provides the initial lead, directing players to Punta del Caracol to locate this weapons-master priest. Once players reach the location and complete a series of errands, including notifying villagers of a meal, they trigger the recruitment quest. Successfully adding El Padre to the crew grants the Jackdaw a ship-ramming ability, useful for inflicting damage on rival vessels during naval combat.
Rescuing Lucy Baldwin
Lucy Baldwin, a skilled carpenter, is located in the Gran Inagua region. Players can start this recruitment path only after finishing “The Old Cave” in sequence four. Unlike El Padre, Baldwin is held captive on a ship at Salt Key Bank. Recruitment involves a multi-stage process: infiltrating the vessel, rescuing the target, and winning a final naval battle. Once recruited, Baldwin provides a defensive buff that mitigates damage to the Jackdaw when an impact is imminent.
Adding Tobias “Deadman” Smith
Tobias “Deadman” Smith represents the longest recruitment path of the three. Players must first complete the segment “Everything is Permitted” in sequence 11 to initiate the “A World Without Gold” quest chain. Within these eight side quests, players must reach the mission titled “I Just Want to Talk.” Completing this mission secures Smith as an officer. His presence on the crew increases the ship’s firepower by adding an extra volley to the broadside cannons.
The Impact of Officer Integration on Gameplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to finish every mission for an officer to get their buff? No. According to the game’s mechanics, you only need to complete the first mission in an officer’s quest chain to unlock their specific advantage.
- Can I recruit all three officers? Yes, all three are available as part of the Resynced content, provided you reach the necessary sequence milestones.
- Where do I find hints for recruitment? Adewalé acts as the primary source for these leads throughout the campaign as you progress through sequences four and eleven.
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