In Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remastered, recruiting officers for the Jackdaw is one of the most important parts of upgrading your ship. These officers provide permanent passive bonuses that improve navigation, combat, gunnery, and stealth. Here’s a complete guide to every recruitable officer and how to get them.
Table of Contents
All Jackdaw Officers List in Assassin’s Creed tab
| Officer Name | Location | How to Recruit | Bonus Provided |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Kidd | Kingston | Complete Sequence 5, Memory 3 | Navigation & Stealth |
| Anne Bonny | Nassau | Speak to her after Sequence 3 | Combat & Crew Morale |
| Edward “Blackbeard” Thatch | Nassau | Complete Sequence 6, Memory 1 | Heavy Combat Damage |
| Calico Jack | Kingston (Tavern) | Find him drunk in the tavern after Sequence 8 | Gunnery Accuracy |
| Benjamin Hornigold | Great Inagua | Complete “The Observatory” mission | Ship Upgrade Discounts |
| Charles Vane | Kingston | Help him during the “Rum” side mission | Brute Force & Boarding |
| Alister MacGowan | Random Naval Convoy | Board specific high-level convoys | Navigation Expertise |
How to Recruit Officers Efficiently
- Progress the main story — Most officers (James Kidd, Anne Bonny, Blackbeard) are unlocked automatically through story missions.
- Check Taverns — Officers like Calico Jack are often found drinking in taverns across major cities.
- Board Ships — Some of the best officers only appear after boarding specific naval convoys.
- Complete Side Missions — Certain officers require you to finish optional missions first.
Important Tips:
- You can only have up to 4 officers active at once on the Jackdaw.
- Each officer gives a permanent passive bonus that improves your ship’s performance in specific areas.
- Recruiting all officers is required for full synchronization and the “All Rounder” achievement.
- The Black Flag Remastered version features improved visuals, making the officers look sharper and more detailed.
Building a strong crew early makes naval battles significantly easier and more enjoyable. Focus on balancing your officers between Navigation, Combat, and Gunnery for the best results.
For more Assassin’s Creed Black Flag content, check our Black Flag 100% Synchronization Guide and Best Jackdaw Upgrades on Technosports.
Learn more about the game on Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag (Wikipedia).
FAQs
How many officers can you have on the Jackdaw?
You can have a maximum of 4 officers active at the same time.
Do officers give permanent bonuses?
Yes. Every officer provides a permanent passive bonus that improves your ship in areas like combat, navigation, or gunnery.
