Lugger The Lugger was designed for coastal navigation, but is a capable craft when used as a sea-faring vessel between islands. It has no strong advantages nor disadvantages, but captains should always be mindful that it is a small vessel of old design, and as such, should not attempt to utilize this ship in long journeys or battle engagements with newer ships. The only reasonable destination for such ship is trade sailing and sea shipping between close islands. Even during these short voyages, the Lugger requires an escort because she small guns and her low speed does not allow her to retreat.