As part of the April Inside Xbox briefing, Microsoft announced the next free update for its swashbuckling adventure game Sea of Thieves, and it includes new job titles, cats, and more.

With the new Ships of Fortune update--due out on April 22 for Xbox One and PC--players can take on special roles and become Emissaries for the Gold Hoarders, Merchant Alliance, Order of Souls, or the Athena's Fortune groups. Players can join one of the groups by visiting the Outposts and inspecting the table for the faction they want to join.

Once you've joined a group, there are five ranks, or "grades," to achieve. The higher grade you achieve, the bigger rewards you can receive. At the same time, other players will see your Emissary status and might choose to attack to try to steal your loot. Microsoft also announced that you'll be able to personalize your character and your ship with cosmetic items reflecting your group.

As part of the April Inside Xbox briefing, Microsoft announced the next free update for its swashbuckling adventure game Sea of Thieves, and it includes new job titles, cats, and more.

With the new Ships of Fortune update--due out on April 22 for Xbox One and PC--players can take on special roles and become Emissaries for the Gold Hoarders, Merchant Alliance, Order of Souls, or the Athena's Fortune groups. Players can join one of the groups by visiting the Outposts and inspecting the table for the faction they want to join.

Once you've joined a group, there are five ranks, or "grades," to achieve. The higher grade you achieve, the bigger rewards you can receive. At the same time, other players will see your Emissary status and might choose to attack to try to steal your loot. Microsoft also announced that you'll be able to personalize your character and your ship with cosmetic items reflecting your group.