Having the ability to throw smaller sized objects (i.e. skulls, animals, bananas, etc.) and/or shoot them from canons/blunderbuss would open a whole new sandbox of gameplay for us to enjoy. Here are some examples on how such mechanics could be used:
Banana Loaded in Blunderbuss - heals target
Snake Loaded in Blunderbuss - poisons living target
Different ammo for ship canons such as barf bombs (blinds those hit), snakes fired will poison crews, or even new items like Kraken eggs which also temporary blind enemies on impact (much like vomit, but with black ink). Carrying eggs could also make the Kraken nore aggressive if it attacks your ship.
The throwing mechanic could also allow for new weapons such as hand bombs, knives, etc. Even more beneficial would be the promotion of teamwork for crews who would be able to toss smaller items to teammates when unloading...just think of a sneaky enemy pirate intercepting a skull throw at an outpost.
Also, we as a community could use a throwing mechanic to create hilarious games/scenarios (i.e. Pig Ball)! :D
