OSRS Sailing Crew Guide | Crewmates, Locations and Stats
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Getting your first crew in Sailing feels like unlocking a whole new part of your ship, so this guide shows exactly where to find every crewmate and what each one does.
How to Recruit Crewmates
You unlock crewmates by talking to them on land first, then assigning them at the Crew Registrar on The Pandemonium. Your raft or boat needs an open slot before you can place one. Each crewmate has unique stats for helmsmanship, privateering, and deckhandiness, and they only work in slots that match their skill level.
For more information on how to get a crew visit our How to Get a Crew Guide.
Crew Stats Explained
Helmsmanship Basics
Helmsmanship helps with steering and sail trimming. A crewmate can take the helm and trim your sails for half the normal Sailing XP. You still handle the heading, sail toggles, and reverse. Only one helm crewmate can be active at a time.
Privateering Basics
Privateering controls sea combat and facility use. Each weapon tier needs a matching privateering level. Higher privateering lets you run stronger cannons and fight high tier monsters at sea.
Deckhandiness Basics
Deckhandiness covers tasks like salvaging and carrying crates. Level 1 and 2 deckhands carry one crate. Level 3 carries two crates. Higher tiers also help with manual facilities like hooks and nets.
Crewmate List and Locations
Below is a simple list of every crewmate you can recruit right now and where to find them.
List of All Crewmates
| Crewmate | Level | Location | Helmsmanship | Privateering | Deckhandiness | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jobless Jim | 40 | Port Sarim | 2 | 1 | 3 | None |
| Ex-Captain Siad | 50 | Desert Mining Camp | 3 | 2 | 3 | The Tourist Trap |
| Adventurer Ada | 55 | The Pandemonium | 3 | 2 | 1 | None |
| Cabin Boy Jenkins | 60 | Crandor | 2 | 2 | 4 | Dragon Slayer I |
| Oarswoman Olga | 65 | Burgh de Rott | 2 | 4 | 2 | In Aid of the Myreque |
| Jittery Jim | 70 | Port Khazard | 1 | 4 | 1 | None |
| Bosun Zarah | 80 | Etceteria | 3 | 3 | 2 | Royal Trouble |
| Jolly Jim | 85 | Brimhaven | 2 | 3 | 1 | None |
| Spotter Virginia | 90 | Ruins of Unkah | 4 | 2 | 2 | 100 Tempoross subdues |
| Sailor Jakob | 95 | Catherby | 4 | 1 | 1 | None |
Crew Slots by Sailing Level
Your ship gains more crew slots as you level up Sailing.
Level 40, one crewmate
Level 55, two crewmates
Level 70, three crewmates
Level 85, four crewmates
Level 95, five crewmates
What Each Stat Helps With
Helmsmanship Uses
Helmsmanship controls helm tasks and sail trimming. Better helmsmanship means smoother boat handling during routes and trials.
Privateering Uses
Privateering unlocks cannon tiers. You need level 4 privateering for rune or dragon cannon use. It also affects combat power during bounty tasks.
Deckhandiness Uses
Deckhandiness boosts salvaging and crate carrying. Higher decks also improve manual tasks that happen on the ship during travel.
Read More: OSRS Sailing Rewards Guide
Final Blurb
Crewmates bring your boat to life and make Sailing smoother once you know where to find them. Pick the right mix of helmsmanship, privateering, and deckhandiness so your ship feels strong on every route across the ocean.
FAQ
How do I assign a crewmate
Talk to the crewmate on land first, then visit the Crew Registrar to place them in an open slot.
Do crew stats affect my XP
Yes crew trimming gives half the normal Sailing XP.
Can every boat use every crewmate
Yes as long as the boat has an open slot.
Are quests required for some crew
Some crewmates need quests finished before they join.
Do crew help with combat
Yes privateering controls cannon tiers and sea combat power.
Note: Some gameplay data on crewmate stats adapted from the OSRS Wiki, used under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0.
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