Quick answer
Do not send a damaged ship straight into another event. Read the ship panel, restore the settlement supply loop, and compare the repair or replacement cost with the mission reward before sailing again.
Version and source notesUpdated 2026-09-05 · Current for this version
- Updated
- 2026-09-05
- Works with
- PC ship readiness, crew, and event recovery
- What this guide covers
- Readiness checklist based on official ship and event systems
- Version notes
- Repair costs and event balance may change with updates
- Update status
- Current for this version
Recovery checklist
- Check ship Health, Crew, supplies, and upkeep in the ship panel.
- Return to a safe port or finish the current route before committing again.
- Repair or re-crew only after the cove can support the cost.
- Match the ship tier and captain to the next event objective.
- Save before a costly voyage and record what caused the damage.
FAQ
Is a high-tier ship always worth repairing?
Not automatically. Compare its readiness and upkeep with the mission fit and the cost of preparing another ship.
Can low Crew matter even when Health is high?
Yes. Ship events can pressure different stats, so inspect both values before assuming the hull is the only problem.
Next step
Use ship combat RNG recovery, best ships by tier, and captain-ship combinations.