Pirate characters have abilities they can use to defeat enemies, aid friends and navigate the sea. Using these skills gives the player experience points (xp or reputation). When the experience points for that skill reach the maximum for the pirates current level, their level increases and they receive a Skill Point. To review your abilities, press 'K' or Click on the Sea Chest, then click the Helm Wheel File:Skill.jpg, to display the skills menu. The pirates skills will be listed in the menu. Select a skill to display the pirate's abilities and levels in that skill.