So... you thought that Pirates got only
Admiral 10...????
You are wrong see this:

got also this (+3% damage)

and this (+3% armor and +3% shields)

Total:
+50% shields, armor, attack (admiral 10)
+3% damage
+3% armor
+ !!!!
STRONGER FLEETS !!!!
+ DISTRIBUTED in systems (not 9 pirate fleet in one system)
Comments are yours... I just post observations!
Did you notice that for the last one we were not informed?
Happy new year!