Warrior's fleet reviews for the Khedive of Egypt and the Ottoman sultan used an advanced warship to convey British naval power. Paying her off on 24 July 1867 and recommissioning her the next day may have allowed a complete change of crew and leadership for her next duties. She then served with the Channel Squadron and guarded Queen Victoria at Osborne Bay. Protecting the queen demanded a capable captain and crew as well as an impressive ship. Hard exercise made a ship dirty, so maintaining an immaculate appearance after training required more work and money. Reducing exercise could save that effort at the expense of readiness. Royal guardship duty favored crews expected to train hard and restore the ship's appearance afterward.
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Presence missions and readiness balance
Warrior's royal guardship duties required crews capable of serious training and the extra work needed to keep a presence ship immaculate.