> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ocean-racing-league.gitbook.io/the-ocean-racing-league/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ocean-racing-league.gitbook.io/the-ocean-racing-league/ocean-racing-league/coach-buffs.md).

# Coach Buffs

[Coaches](/the-ocean-racing-league/coaches-orca/collection-overview.md) are an integral part of Ocean Racing and the right coach can have an unmatched impact on your team's performance.\
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**There are 3 key factors when it comes to understanding coaches:**

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[**Class:**](/the-ocean-racing-league/ocean-racing-league/coach-buffs/class.md) \
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How powerful your coach's buffs are.<br>

[**Prestige:**](/the-ocean-racing-league/ocean-racing-league/coach-buffs/prestige.md)\
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Which buffs your coach has unlocked.

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[**Specialties:** ](/the-ocean-racing-league/ocean-racing-league/coach-buffs/specialties.md)\
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Which racers your coach will buff.<br>

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