The mini-torch / flare thing being held in this
picture looks quite useful - especially with one or two specially marked barrels of gunpowder!
Offtopic: Man, they've got some snazzy uniforms in the EITC. Love the boots. Hat is awesome. Embroidered vest, mega-buttoned coat, perfect black pants. Even the French cuffs of the shirt are far above ordinary. Makes Barbossa look like a pauper.