I have seen posts regarding cannon shot types but how about actual different cannon types? Many people are wondering what kind of cosmetic changes they can make to their ships. Having cannon options would be a way to modify your ship but stay within Rares parameters of not giving someone an advantage tied to a special weapon or upgrade since this is more a strategic change. Like selecting what weapons you will load out your pirate with.
Cannons are basically identified by the weight of the shot it shoots, 42lbs, 36lbs, 32lbs, etc. what if we were able to mount cannons of different weights? Obviously the heavier shot will be slower with less range, and slower reload, but in close it would inflict much more damage. You have 4 cannons on galleon, you could go set all four with a lighter shot cannons so you could attack at range, or you could go with 4 heavy cannons and try and get in close and pound your target. Maybe a mix of both so you can hit at a distance and have the ability to deal more punishment in close. This would create some real tactics and strategy both in loadout and navel tactics when in combat and how you approach the enemy based on your loadout.
