Pirate hideouts are initially hidden, effectively allowing the pirate to gain a foothold before the player has the chance to destroy the hideout. Destroying a pirate hideout also results in a cash reward, however this may not be an effective means of earning money if your ships sustain heavy damage or are sunk during the initial phases of the attack. These pirates will raid ships that pass by their patrolling areas, so it is best to clear our these hideouts to allow your trade convoys to operate without interference. There are no pirates initially, though throughout the game, new pirates will begin to operate. Pirate hideouts are the home bases of the pirates who operate in the Caribbean.
