In the Morean War (1684–1699) and the Seventh Ottoman–Venetian War (1714–1718) the "armata grossa" already played the main role in combat, and with as many as 36 ships, the senior position of "Capitano Straordinario delle Navi" was created. He served as commander-in-chief of the sailing fleet and commanded the first division of 9 ships, while the "Capitano delle Navi" commanded the second, etc.