Festival of Giving (2019)

"December’s update has arrived! Festival of Giving is our last Monthly Content Update for the year, seeking to bring a little festive fun to the Sea of Thieves."

Festival of Giving is the name of the December 2019 Monthly Content Update for Sea of Thieves, released on December the 11th and lasting until January the 15th, 2020. The Festival of Giving Content Update was preceded by the November The Seabound Soul (Content Update) and followed by the January 2020 Legends of the Sea (Content Update).

Calendar of Giving
Throughout December 13 - 24, 2019, Players who log in each day, get to take part in the Advent Calendar style Calendar of Giving that rewards players with Cosmetics, unique Mercenary Voyages and x2 boosts to Reputation or Currency gains each day.

Maiden Voyage
The Maiden Voyage provides players new to Sea of Thieves a safe space to learn about the world they’re about to reach. Taking place on a new island, the Maiden Voyage will teach players actions from the basics such as eating food and using a cutlass, through to sailing their ship and facing off against their first threats out at sea.

Onboarding Voyages
The Gold Hoarder Trading Company now offers all new recruits an onboarding Voyage to help teach them the ropes, from voting on Voyages to retrieving treasure.

Ashen Skeleton Forts
Crews warn of ominous Red Skull Clouds appearing on the horizon. By engaging with these Skeleton Forts, crews will fight through enemy waves and encounter Ashen Key Masters or Ashen Guardians before finally facing a Skeleton Lord! Upon their defeat, Skeleton Lords will not only drop the Stronghold Key but a set of Skeleton's Orders leading to a stash hidden somewhere nearby. In addition to regular Fort rewards, crews will find guaranteed Ashen Chests along with gifts to be returned to The Reaper’s Hideout!

Festival of Giving Mercenary Voyages
New time-limited Mercenary Voyages:
 * Gift Seeker of The Shores of Plenty | Time-limited
 * Gift Seeker of The Wilds | Time-limited
 * Gift Seeker of The Ancient Isles | Time-limited
 * Gift Seeker of Legends | Time-limited | For Pirate Legends only

Tomes of Power
Stitcher Jim and the Outpost stores both have new stocks of Ashen Dragon Set cosmetics, rewarding players for collecting the next volume of Ashen Tomes hidden inside recovered Ashen Chests. In the Festival of Giving update, players can recover Tomes of Power, allowing access to new Commendations and cosmetics including items from the clothing, weapon, item and ship sets. Players will continue to find Tomes of Curses to allow access to previous Ashen cosmetics.
 * Tome of Power I -
 * Tome of Power II -
 * Tome of Power III -
 * Tome of Power IV -
 * Tome of Power V -

Gifts
Skeleton crews have begun to seek out the scattered Gifts and hoard them at Skeleton Forts. Stitcher Jim offers players Gift Seeker Voyages to investigate the Forts and retrieve these gifts, but beware – rumours tell of the vicious Mutinous Helmsman protecting the hoard…
 * Humble Gift -
 * Generous Gift -

Maiden Voyage Cosmetics
Two new unlockable Cosmetics are available from uncovering secrets and finishing all the Commendations on the Maiden Voyage!
 * Pirate Lord Jacket
 * Magpie’s Fortune Sails

New Ashen Dragon Cosmetics
As stated before, six new Ashen Dragon Set items are available in return for delivering all the Tomes of Power to the Bilge Rats Totalling 31,740‬ Gold
 * Spyglass of the Ashen Dragon -
 * Compass of the Ashen Dragon -
 * Shovel of the Ashen Dragon -
 * Bucket of the Ashen Dragon -
 * Fishing Rod of the Ashen Dragon -
 * Flintlock of the Ashen Dragon -

New Black Market Items
Stitcher Jim is in good spirits and has refreshed the Black Market with a range of new items. With the introduction of the Aristocrat Clothing Set, completion of the Mercenary Equipment Set and the eerie Nightshine Parrot Ship, he’s sure he has something to tempt you for your coinage.

Stitcher Jim has introduced the Black Market Archive, providing access to all previously released Black Market items. After their initial Black Market release at a discounted rate, items will be moved to this persistent store and remain on sale, but at full price. Get them early when you can!

Desirables for Doubloons
This month, players will have to put aside 310 Doubloons if they want to buy all the new items from the Black Market.

Aristocrat Clothing
Introducing the Aristocrat clothing set! The Aristocrat Jacket, Dress and Hat are all available for Doubloons. Totalling 185 Doubloons
 * Aristocrat Jacket -
 * Aristocrat Dress -
 * Aristocrat Hat -

Mercenary Equipment
Also available for Doubloons this month are the remaining Mercenary Set items to help complete the set: the Mercenary Bucket, Fishing Rod, Lantern, Compass, Shovel, Speaking Trumpet, Spyglass and Tankard! Totalling 125 Doubloons
 * Mercenary Bucket -
 * Mercenary Fishing Rod -
 * Mercenary Lantern -
 * Mercenary Pocket Watch -
 * Mercenary Shovel -
 * Mercenary Speaking Trumpet -
 * Mercenary Spyglass -
 * Mercenary Tankard -

Goodies for Gold
This month, players will have to put aside 1,022,990‬ Gold to buy everything new from the Black Market.

Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Clothing
For those pirates looking to reign over their rivals, this month brings a twist on the Imperial Sovereign clothing set. Players can acquire the full Stonewall Imperial Sovereign clothing set with gold! Totalling 266,980‬ Gold
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Belt -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Boots -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Gloves -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Shirt -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Trousers -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Eyepatch -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Hook -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Pegleg -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Dress -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Jacket -
 * Stonewall Imperial Sovereign Hat -

Nightshine Parrot Ship Set
This month gives a twist to the Parrot ship set with the eerie Nightshine design. Players can purchase the complete Nightshine Parrot ship set with gold! Totalling 756,010 Gold
 * Nightshine Parrot Cannons -
 * Nightshine Parrot Capstan -
 * Nightshine Parrot Wheel -
 * Nightshine Parrot Hull -
 * Nightshine Parrot Figurehead -
 * Nightshine Parrot Sails -
 * Nightshine Parrot Flag -

New Emporium items
With fresh goods smuggled into the Sea of Thieves each month, the Pirate Emporium has been restocked with rare goods and festive treats. Head to the Emporium from the Sea of Thieves main menu before jumping into the game, or at an Outpost via the store above the Order of Souls tent!

Spreading the festive cheer, the Pirate Emporium offers a range of discounts across older inventory items with discounts on pets, outfits, ships and emotes for the duration of the Content Update.

Counting Bundles, players will have to put aside a total of 8,126‬‬ Ancient Coins to purchase everything added to the Emporium (Note that Pet Outfits can only be purchased if the Player already owns the specific Pets).

Seasonal items
For this month only, you can pick up discounted bundles for the Parakeet and Barbary, each dressed in a festive outfit.

Festival of Giving Weapon Bundle

 * Total Bundle Cost - | Time-limited
 * Festival of Giving Cutlass - | Time-limited
 * Festival of Giving Flintlock - | Time-limited
 * Festival of Giving Blunderbuss - | Time-limited
 * Festival of Giving Eye of Reach - | Time-limited

Festival of Giving Pet Outfits
Totalling 1,494 Ancient Coins
 * Capuchin Festival of Giving Outfit - | Time-limited
 * Barbary Festival of Giving Outfit - | Time-limited
 * Marmoset Festival of Giving Outfit - | Time-limited
 * Macaw Festival of Giving Outfit - | Time-limited
 * Parakeet Festival of Giving Outfit - | Time-limited
 * Cockatoo Festival of Giving Outfit - | Time-limited

Festival of Giving Parakeet Bundle

 * Total Bundle Cost - | Time-limited
 * Sun Kissed Parakeet
 * Parakeet Festival of Giving Outfit

Festival of Giving Barbary Bundle

 * Total Bundle Cost - | Time-limited
 * Pale Ghost Barbary
 * Barbary Festival of Giving Outfit

New Permanent Pet Outfits
Aside from the Seasonal Festival of Giving Pet Outfits (see above), this update introduces the Pirate Legend Pet Outfits (only available for Pirate Legends and Kraken Pet Outfits.

Pirate Legend Pet Outfits
Pirate Legends can pick up something exclusive this month, with the introduction of the Pirate Legend pet outfits! Go to the pet section of the Pirate Emporium to purchase an outfit before heading to the Pet Chest to equip it. Totalling 1,494 Ancient Coins
 * Capuchin Pirate Legend Outfit -
 * Barbary Pirate Legend Outfit -
 * Marmoset Pirate Legend Outfit -
 * Macaw Pirate Legend Outfit -
 * Parakeet Pirate Legend Outfit -
 * Cockatoo Pirate Legend Outfit -

Kraken Pet Outfits
The popular Kraken-themed outfit, now for your loyal companion! Each pet can now dress to match its owner with this classic set. Go to the pet section of the Pirate Emporium to purchase an outfit before heading to the Pet Chest to equip it. Totalling 1,494 Ancient Coins
 * Capuchin Kraken Outfit -
 * Barbary Kraken Outfit -
 * Marmoset Kraken Outfit -
 * Macaw Kraken Outfit -
 * Parakeet Kraken Outfit -
 * Cockatoo Kraken Outfit -

New Emotes
The latest craze sweeping the Sea of Thieves, or perhaps some form of ancient crab worship? Whatever your reason, represent your love for crabs with this new dance emote.
 * Crab Dab Emote -

Storyteller Emote Bundle
A range of new storytelling emotes has been added, providing players with expressive tools for embellishing their tales. Show your crew how you sneaked onto a rival ship and destroyed their Gunpowder Keg – or tell them about that monster fish you nearly caught!
 * Total Bundle Cost -
 * Black Powder Story Emote -
 * Fishing Story Emote -
 * Sneaking Story Emote -
 * Shark Story Emote -
 * Shooting Story Emote -
 * Swashbuckling Story Emote -
 * Swabbing Story Emote -
 * Bailing Story Emote -

Bilge Rat Emote Bundle
Always felt a little out of place when surrounded by those serious pirate types? Looking for a spot of adventure, and maybe some trouble along the way? Pick up the Bilge Rats Persona Bundle, providing a fresh set of core emotes with big Bilge Rat attitude!
 * Total Bundle Cost -
 * Bilge Rat Cheer Emote - Bundle Only
 * Bilge Rat Clap Emote - Bundle Only
 * Bilge Rat Dance Emote - Bundle Only
 * Bilge Rat Point Emote - Bundle Only
 * Bilge Rat Make Friends Emote - Bundle Only
 * Bilge Rat Sit Emote - Bundle Only
 * Bilge Rat Sleep Emote - Bundle Only
 * Bilge Rat Wave Emote - Bundle Only

Hide & Sneak Emote Bundle
The Hide and Sneak Bundle offers a new set of emotes for stealthy pirates. Looking to sneak onto a rival’s ship and hide away, waiting to strike? This bundle contains both serious and silly options for your stowaway antics, with an emote given away for FREE! When using these emotes, your gamertag and title will be hidden automatically for as long as you stay silent. However, should you speak up your gamertag and title will quickly reappear, so keep quiet to stay hidden!


 * Total Bundle Cost -
 * Hide Emote -
 * Barrel Hide Emote -
 * Deck Hide Emote -
 * Pillar Hide Emote -

Charity Items
A new Charity tab has been added to the Pirate Emporium, offering items available for Ancient Coins on behalf of a great cause. Purchase the Noble Pathfinder Sails and all proceeds from the purchase are donated to SpecialEffect. Visit www.seaofthieves.com/charities for terms and conditions!
 * Noble Pathfinder Sails -

Commendations
The Following Commendations are available with the Festival of Giving Content Update

Maiden Voyage Commendations
"Learn the ropes on your first adventure, the passage to the Sea of Thieves" | Unlocks the Pirate Lord Jacket in the Vanity Chest.

| Unlocks the Magpie’s Fortune Sails in the Ship Customization Chest.

Ashen Treasures Commendations
| |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | Unlocks Spyglass of the Ashen Dragon for purchase | | Unlocks Compass of the Ashen Dragon for purchase | | Unlocks Shovel of the Ashen Dragon for purchase | | Unlocks Bucket of the Ashen Dragon for purchase | | Unlocks Fishing Rod of the Ashen Dragon for purchase | | Unlocks Flintlock of the Ashen Dragon for purchase

Mercenary Voyages Commendations
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| Time-limited | | Time-limited | | Time-limited | | Time-limited | | Time-limited |

New Titles
The following are all the Titles introduced with the Festival of Giving Content Update

New Achievements
A range of Xbox achievements have been added for unlocking in-game Commendations. A total of 35 gamerscore is available to earn from this update, and these achievements will persist in the game for future updates.
 * Tome of Power I [5G]
 * Tome of Power II [5G]
 * Tome of Power III [5G]
 * Tome of Power IV [5G]
 * Tome of Power V [5G]
 * Tome of Power Collector [10G]

Festival of Giving