Quartermaster
The Quartermaster is one of the more interesting positions on a pirate crew. They typically where elected after the Captain.
Qualifications
Usually a quartermaster works on a crew and works their way up.
Requirements
A reliable quartermaster tends to be very wise. They are very skilled with navigator’s tools and natural skills.
Duties
The quartermaster plots the ship’s course, relying on knowledge of nautical charts and a study of weather and sea conditions.
Responsibilities
They had many duties on board, including taking over should the captain fall while in a combat situation. But, they also in charge of maintaining order on the ship by stopping infighting among the crew and making sure goods are distributed appropriately. They also where the main authority when settling minor disputes and breaking of rules while on the ship, and lastly should the crew take a ship as a prize the Quartermaster would often captain that ship until it was disposed of.
Type
Professional
Equates to
Someone who works in law or settling disputes like a Master of the Watch or Sheriff.
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