Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced: How to Unlock the Skeleton Crew

One of the rarest ship cosmetics in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is the Deceased Crew Attire, a legendary customization that transforms every member of the Jackdaw’s crew into undead skeletons. The cosmetic gives your ship the appearance of a ghostly pirate vessel reminiscent of the legendary Flying Dutchman, making it one of the most distinctive unlocks in the game.

Here’s where to find the Deceased Crew Attire, how to equip it, and the fastest ways to collect the Bones needed to purchase it.

Where to Buy the Deceased Crew Attire

The Skeleton Crew cosmetic is sold at a secret General Store hidden on an unnamed island.

Secret General Store Location

After reaching the island:

1. Anchor the Jackdaw nearby.
2. Swim ashore.
3. Locate the General Store in the center of the island.

The shop stocks several exclusive items, including the legendary Deceased Crew Attire.

How Many Bones Do You Need?

Purchasing the Deceased Crew Attire requires:

Since Bones are gathered slowly through normal gameplay, you’ll either need to spend time hunting wildlife or purchase them using Reales.

How to Equip the Skeleton Crew

After buying the cosmetic, you can activate it in either of two locations:

• Visit any Harbormaster and customize the Jackdaw.
• Enter the Captain’s Cabin aboard the Jackdaw and access the ship customization menu.

Once equipped, every sailor aboard the Jackdaw—including newly recruited crew members—will appear as skeletal pirates.

Best Ways to Farm Bones

There are two reliable methods for collecting the 206 Bones required for the cosmetic.

Method 1: Hunt Wildlife

The most direct approach is hunting animals throughout the Caribbean.

One of the best hunting locations is:

Begin near the rabbit hunting area in the northwest section of Kingston and search the surrounding forest.

According to the source material, a full hunting run can yield 10–15 Bones, making this one of the most efficient farming routes.

Helpful hunting tips include:

• Use Eagle Vision to locate nearby animals.
• Rabbits can be chased down and assassinated.
• Pistols and Sleep Darts also make hunting rabbits, deer, and monkeys easier.

Method 2: Buy Bones with Reales

If you’d rather skip hunting, Bones can be purchased from the Treasure Dealer in Great Inagua.

Before the Treasure Dealer becomes available, you’ll need to restore:

• The Tavern
• The General Store

Once unlocked, the Treasure Dealer sells:

Buying all 206 Bones requires 206,000 Reales, making efficient money farming essential.

Best Reales Farming Method

Naval combat offers one of the fastest ways to build up the required funds.

Before starting, upgrade the Jackdaw’s combat equipment to at least Level 3, including:

• Hull
• Broadside Cannons
• Mortar
• Other combat-focused upgrades

Next, sail to the Navassa region in the southeastern part of the map and begin hunting larger enemy ships.

Target These Ships

Prioritize:

• Frigates
• Man-o-Wars

Use the Spyglass to identify ships before engaging.

After boarding and defeating the crew, always choose Get Captain’s Lockbox instead of the other post-battle rewards.

According to the source information, this rewards:

Repeating this loop allows you to accumulate Reales quickly while improving your ship through regular naval combat.

Tips for Faster Money Farming

To maximize your earnings:

• Finish ships quickly with Rams and Mortars.
• Equip swords that allow four maximum takedowns to clear boarding encounters faster.
• Use pistols freely since ammunition can be recovered from defeated enemies.
• Repair the Jackdaw by boarding smaller ships like Schooners or Brigs and selecting the Repair option.
• Let your Wanted Level increase to attract bounty hunters in Frigates and Man-o-Wars, creating more high-value targets.
• Sell collected Trade Goods after each farming session for additional income.

Using this strategy, the source indicates it’s possible to earn approximately 206,000 Reales within a few hours—enough to purchase all 206 Bones from the Treasure Dealer.

Is the Skeleton Crew Worth Unlocking?

The Deceased Crew Attire is one of the most unique cosmetic rewards in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, completely transforming the Jackdaw into a ghostly pirate ship crewed by skeletons. Although collecting 206 Bones requires a significant investment of time through hunting or Reales farming, it’s a standout customization for players looking to give their ship a memorable appearance while exploring the Caribbean.