Mastering the Pirate Coliseum in Like a Dragon: The Man Who Erased His Name requires more than just naval combat prowess; strategic crew formation is key. This guide highlights the optimal crew setups for conquering the Coliseum’s challenges.
While the Goromaru offers numerous crew positions, three roles are paramount: First Mate, Squad Leader, and Support Squad. Other positions have minimal impact on combat effectiveness.
First Mate: Your second-in-command, influencing ship offense or defense during naval combat.
Squad Leader: Leads a boarding party, providing combat boosts. Upgrading the Goromaru allows for multiple Squad Leaders, expanding your boarding party to 20 members during the second phase of Coliseum battles.
Support Squad: Provides crucial stat boosts or healing without directly participating in combat.
The Best First Mates for Your Crew
The ideal First Mate depends on your strategic needs. Here are top choices:
Daisaku Minami
Minami’s “Sink King Kiwami” trait massively increases stern damage, crucial for quickly eliminating boss ships in challenging Coliseum encounters.
Nishida
Nishida grants two extra ship repairs, a vital defensive boost during intense multi-ship battles.
Captain Beef
Despite lower overall stats, Captain Beef’s early availability and “Sink King Kiwami” trait make him an excellent early-game First Mate.
Misaki
Misaki’s “Master of Stealth Kiwami” trait provides extra smoke screens, offering tactical advantages through evasion and surprise attacks.
The Best Squad Leaders for Your Crew
Effective Squad Leaders significantly impact hand-to-hand combat. Here are our top picks:
Kazuma Kiryu
(Pre-order bonus) Kiryu’s “Dragon of Dojima” trait drastically boosts attack and voltage gauge charge speed.
Jason
Jason’s “Former Hunter’s Knowledge” trait enhances both attack and defense, ideal for early-game encounters.
Daigo Dojima
(DLC) Daigo’s “Wisdom King’s Divine Protection” trait accelerates health recovery and heat gauge charging.
Ono Michio
(DLC) Ono’s “The Idol of Onomichi” trait significantly boosts attack and madness gauge charging.
Masaru
Masaru’s “Marine Cuisine” trait boosts his boarding party’s attack, making him a strong second Squad Leader after Jason.
Taiga Saejima
Saejima’s “Veteran” trait provides substantial attack and defense boosts for your boarding party.
The Best Support Squad Members
While not directly involved in combat, the Support Squad significantly impacts battle outcomes:
Noah
Noah’s “Rallying Cry” provides essential health recovery, becoming increasingly effective with leveling.
Goro
Goro’s “Goro’s Mighty Roar” support skill significantly boosts boarding party attack damage when fully leveled.
Nancy-Chan
(DLC) Nancy-Chan’s “Pincers of Pain” complements Goro’s Roar, potentially one-shotting enemies.
By strategically combining these crew members, you can optimize your Goromaru for success in the Pirate Coliseum. Remember to level up your crew for maximum effectiveness.
Like a Dragon: The Man Who Erased His Name is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
