For any history buff who gives a shit how the Royal Navy actually divided prize money in the age of sail:
Prize Money
Before 1808:
1/8th for the Flag Officer (or Captain if sailing under Admiralty orders)
1/4th for the Captain(s)
1/8th for the Lieutenants, Surgeon(s), Master(s) and RM Captains
1/8th for the Wardroom ranked Warrant Officers, RM Lieutenants, Chaplains, Secretary to the Flag Officer
1/8th to the Midshipmen, junior WOs, senior mates and RM Sergeants
1/4th for the remainder
After 1808:
1/4th for the Captains and Flag Officers
1/8th for Lts, Surgeons, Masters and RM Capts
1/8th for the Snr WOs etc.
1/2 for the rest