The Merchant Alliance are ex Grand Maritime Union members who value efficiency, quality and speed. They seek to control the Trade of The Sea of Thieves, by issuing orders for several types of Consignments, such as prized , , , , etc... Each of their order Players to pick up an order or find a certain valuable commodity on the seas and then deliver them to a specific or Trader on the seas in good condition and by a set date and time. Those seeking the favour, and with the Merchant Alliance can work themselves up to Rank 100. High ranking Merchant Alliance followers can show off unique Cosmetics, such as upgradable and , as well as Ship Cosmetics. Busy merchants can eventually also gain access to the . High Grade Merchant Alliance can claim a high-value . Merchant Alliance Senior Traders can be found on the docks of each , impatiently waiting to give out their next assignments., There are various Trading Companies in Sea of Thieves, each focusing on a specific type of in-game Content from Treasure, Quests, Voyages and themed Cosmetics to adventures, feats and fights., Seek out lost treasure, confront cursed Skeleton Captains and protect precious Trading Company cargo. Go hunting and fishing or dip into hundreds of optional goals!.