The Pirate Coliseum in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii* not only demands superior naval combat skills but also strategic crew formation planning. To conquer the Coliseum, mastering your crew formations is crucial. Here's a detailed guide on the best crew formations to dominate the Pirate Coliseum.
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When you're setting up your crew on the Goromaru, focus on the three key positions that significantly impact your performance in naval combat:
First Mate: This role is pivotal as Goro's second-in-command. The person you choose for this position will either enhance your offensive or defensive capabilities during battles. Selecting the right First Mate can be the difference between victory and defeat.
Squad Leader: As the leader of a section of your boarding party, which consists of four additional members, the Squad Leader provides crucial boosts. Upgrading your ship allows you to have up to four Squad Leaders, enabling you to bring up to 20 crew members into the second phase of combat where you board the enemy ship and fight alongside Goro.
Support Squad: Members in this position don't engage directly in combat but offer powerful stat boosts that can turn the tide of battle. When activated, they can enhance your attack and defense or heal your team, making them vital for success.
The Best First Mates For Your Crew Formation in Pirate Yakuza
Different battles require different strategies, so selecting the right First Mate is crucial. Here are the top choices:
Daisaku Minami
Daisaku Minami, a lifelong friend and self-proclaimed brother of Goro Majima, joins your crew at the end of Chapter 4. His First Mate trait, "Sink King Kiwami," significantly boosts damage to enemy sterns, making him ideal for late-game Coliseum matches where quick elimination of the boss ship is essential.
Nishida
Nishida, another recruit from the same time as Minami, enhances your ship's durability by providing two additional repair uses as First Mate. This is invaluable in large-scale battles where maintaining your ship's health is crucial.
Captain Beef
Captain Beef, an early recruit, offers the "Sink King Kiwami" trait, which is perfect for maximizing damage in naval combat. His unique abilities make him an excellent First Mate choice, particularly early in the game.
Misaki
Misaki, with her "Master of Stealth Kiwami" trait, adds two more smoke screen uses, allowing the Goromaru to hide and launch surprise attacks. This trait can be a game-changer in strategic battles.
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The Best Squad Leaders For Your Crew Formation in Pirate Yakuza
Squad Leaders are key to your success in hand-to-hand combat. Here are the top choices:
Kazuma Kiryu
Kazuma Kiryu, a pre-order bonus, enhances your boarding party's attack and speeds up the voltage gauge with his "Dragon of Dojima" trait, making him a formidable Squad Leader.
Jason
Jason, one of the earliest recruits, boosts both attack and defense with his "Former Hunter’s Knowledge" trait, making him an excellent choice for early game boarding parties.
Daigo Dojima
Daigo Dojima, a DLC character, offers rapid health recovery and heat gauge charging with his "Wisdom King’s Divine Protection" trait, making him a valuable Squad Leader.
Ono Michio
Ono Michio, a humorous mascot and DLC character, significantly boosts attack and charges the madness gauge with his "The Idol of Onomichi" trait, enhancing your boarding party's effectiveness.
Masaru
Masaru, your first recruit, enhances attack with his "Marine Cuisine" trait, making him a solid second Squad Leader choice after Jason.
Taiga Saejima
Taiga Saejima, joining in the second to last chapter, boosts both attack and defense with his "Veteran" trait, making him an immediate choice for a Squad Leader position.
The Support Squad Members For Your Crew Formation in Pirate Yakuza
Support Squad members can significantly influence battles with their skills. Here are the top choices:
Noah
Noah, your first Support Squad member, provides medium health recovery with his "Rallying Cry" skill. Keeping him in your formation and leveling him up enhances this crucial ability.
Goro
Goro, Noah's pet tiger, offers a powerful "Goro’s Mighty Roar" support skill that boosts attack damage, making him a permanent fixture in your crew formation.
Nancy-Chan
Nancy-chan, a DLC character, enhances Goro's Mighty Roar with her "Pincers of Pain" skill, making your attacks devastatingly effective.
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.*
