The Sea of Thieves Glitterbeard Set is a special collection of cosmetic items that pays tribute to James "Jim" White, a beloved member of the Rare development team, who sadly passed away in 2020.
An Apprentice Data Analyst at Rare had an epic beard, which led to the naming of the in-game memorial which all players of Sea of Thieves will be able to experience. In this guide, we'll take you through how to get the Glitterbeard Set in Sea of Thieves.
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How to get the Glitterbeard Set in Sea of Thieves
To get the Glitterbeard set in Sea of Thieves, you will need to complete three quests - one for each item. Here are the items in the set, as well as the name of the commendation:
- Glitterbeard's Beard: This cosmetic variant of a beard can be obtained as a reward for completing "The Legend of Glitterbeard" commendation.
- Glitterbeard's Cannon Flare: Earned as a reward for completing the "A Glittering Chronicle" commendation, this cosmetic variant of a cannon flare adds a touch of Glitterbeard's legacy to your ship.
- Glitterbeard's Sails: To unlock these sail cosmetic variants, players need to complete the "My Maiden Voyage" commendation. Embark on your first voyage to earn this special reward.
How to get Sea of Thieves Glittering Chronicle Commendation
For A Glittering Chronicle Commendation in Sea of Thieves, you need to find 22 Glitterbeard journals across the map and read them. It's best to explore the map on your own and find them, as it's all about the journey and what you learn along the way, written inside each of those journals. The final journal can be found in the cave at Plunder Valley.
How to get The Legend of Glitterbeard Commendation in Sea of Thieves
To get The Legend of Glitterbeard Commendation in Sea of Thieves, you'll also need to make your way to Plunder Valley.
Navigate to the northwest side of the island, which is the location of Glitterbeard's memorial. Eight spots need to be filled near the tree with 16 bottles, so you can wait for seven more people to show up when it's close to sundown.
When the sun begins to set, each player needs to step into one of the glowing circles and use a specific instrument depending on their position to play a Becalmed Melody. Here's the order:
- North/South Spot: Hurdy Gurdy
- East/West Spot: Banjo
- Southwest/Northeast Spot: Drum
- Northwest/Southeast Spot: Accordion
You have 30 seconds after the sun sets to play the instruments in the correct order. If executed correctly, all 16 bottles will glow. Keep playing until the tree's branches stop glowing.
An image of Glitterbeard will eventually appear on the rocks behind the tree, and a cave will appear. Now, all you need to do is enter the cave to find the memorial, which has a lot of memorabilia so we won't spoil it for you.
By completing these commendations, you'll earn pieces of the Glitterbeard Set and honour the legacy of James "Jim" White in Sea of Thieves.
Now that you know how to get your hands on the Glitterbeard Set in Sea of Thieves, you can go out there and claim it. The game is soaring to new heights, sailing to #1 on the PS5's digital pre-orders, and there's no sign of slowing down. If you're stuck on a quest, check out our Sea of Thieves The Quest for Guybrush Tall Tale guide for some help.