In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, mastering the Pirate Coliseum is not just about your naval combat skills; it's also about strategic crew formation. To help you dominate the seas, here are the top crew formations for the Pirate Coliseum.
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When setting up your crew on the Goromaru, focus on these three crucial positions, as they significantly impact your performance:
First Mate: This role is Goro’s second-in-command and can enhance either the offensive or defensive capabilities of your ship during naval battles.
Squad Leader: These leaders command sections of your boarding party, providing boosts that vary with the chosen character. With upgrades, you can have up to four Squad Leaders, enabling up to 20 crew members to engage in combat on enemy ships.
Support Squad: Members of this squad don't fight but offer vital stat boosts that can turn the tide of battle. They can increase attack and defense or provide healing when called upon.
The Best First Mates For Your Crew Formation in Pirate Yakuza
Your choice of First Mate can vary depending on the battle's demands. Here are the most effective options:
Daisaku Minami
Daisaku Minami, a lifelong friend of Goro Majima, joins the Goro Pirates at the end of Chapter 4. His "Sink King Kiwami" trait significantly boosts damage against enemy sterns, making him invaluable for late-game Coliseum matches, especially when facing multiple ships.
Nishida
Nishida, recruited at the same time as Minami, offers two additional repair uses as First Mate. This boost in defensive capability is crucial in large-scale battles where maintaining the Goromaru's health is vital.
Captain Beef
Captain Beef, an early recruit, also possesses the "Sink King Kiwami" trait, making him an excellent choice for early naval combat where maximizing damage is key.
Misaki
Misaki, driven by a quest for revenge, provides the "Master of Stealth Kiwami" trait, which grants two more smoke screen uses. This can be a strategic advantage for stealthy attacks or recovery in battle.
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The Best Squad Leaders For Your Crew Formation in Pirate Yakuza
Squad Leaders play a pivotal role in hand-to-hand combat. Here are the top picks, with the option to assign up to four when your ship is fully upgraded:
Kazuma Kiryu
Kazuma Kiryu, a pre-order bonus, boosts attack and charges the voltage gauge faster with his "Dragon of Dojima" trait, making him a formidable Squad Leader.
Jason
Jason, an early recruit, enhances both attack and defense with his "Former Hunter’s Knowledge" trait, perfect for initial boarding party engagements.
Daigo Dojima
Daigo Dojima, a DLC character, accelerates health recovery and charges the heat gauge with his "Wisdom King’s Divine Protection" trait, ideal for prolonged battles.
Ono Michio
Ono Michio, another DLC character, boosts attack and charges the madness gauge with his "The Idol of Onomichi" trait, making your attacks more devastating.
Masaru
Masaru, your first recruit, provides an attack boost with his "Marine Cuisine" trait, giving you an edge in early hand-to-hand combat.
Taiga Saejima
Taiga Saejima, joining in the second-to-last chapter, significantly boosts attack and defense with his "Veteran" trait, making him a powerful Squad Leader.
The Support Squad Members For Your Crew Formation in Pirate Yakuza
Support Squad members don't fight but their skills can be game-changers:
Noah
Noah, your first Support Squad member, offers medium health recovery with his "Rallying Cry" skill, becoming more effective as you level him up.
Goro
Goro, Noah's pet tiger, enhances attack damage with his "Goro’s Mighty Roar" skill, becoming a permanent fixture in your crew formation.
Nancy-Chan
Nancy-chan, a DLC character, boosts attack with her "Pincers of Pain" skill, complementing Goro's Mighty Roar for devastating effects.
And those are the best Pirate Coliseum crew formations in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
