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What is the difference between derelict, sunk, and wrecked?

April 26, 2017derelict sunk wrecked

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What is the difference between derelict, sunk, and wrecked?

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A ship becomes derelict when her last mast is removed. A derelict becomes sunk (sinks) when successfully hit by a cannon shot or scuttled. A ship becomes wrecked if it sinks due to damage caused by a Reef.