Pirates are defined by raw, natural, and heavily utilized materials. Your initial step should focus purely on establishing accurate base colors and physical attributes (Roughness and Metallic values) without any wear and tear.
A new automatic mode for warp projection makes it easier to place decals—like a pirate's skull-and-crossbones emblem—over curved surfaces like tricorn hats or worn sails. substance painter pirate new
Create a light, desaturated tan layer with high roughness. Use a custom paint layer or an edge-wear generator to apply this strictly to high-friction areas. Pirates are defined by raw, natural, and heavily
Create a grey-green Fill Layer with a positive value to create raised bumps. Create a light, desaturated tan layer with high roughness
Lower the roughness slightly (0.35–0.45) to give the leather a subtle sheen, indicating it has been oiled and cared for.
Add a inside your fabric folder with a slightly lighter, desaturated version of your base cloth color. Add a black mask to this layer, then add a Generator . Select the Position or Light generator.