In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, the key to swiftly progressing through the game's storyline lies in assembling a formidable Pirate crew. During Chapter 2, as Goro and his crew venture into Madlantis, a Pirate Sanctuary hosting Naval Coliseum battles, you delve deeper into the backgrounds of Jason and Masaru, understanding the betrayal that led to their crew's downfall. Goro's mission becomes clear: upgrade the ship and recruit a robust team to compete in the arena. However, before you can dive into these battles, you must repair your ship, costing $10,000, and recruit five crew members. Here are the top crew members to recruit early on to accelerate your journey through the game.
Crew Members to Recruit Early in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Nickelle Kidman
Nickelle Kidman, a playful nod to Nicole Kidman, is an actor found near Honolulu's beach. Her recruitment is straightforward; all you need is a two-star rating for the Goro Pirates, which you should already have by completing the main story missions up to this point. If not, you can quickly achieve this by finding treasure, fighting thugs, and engaging in naval battles.
Hammerhead
Hammerhead, located on the second floor of the Honolulu shopping center, requires a straightforward approach: defeat him in combat to enlist him. As most recruits on this list are recruited through combat, Hammerhead's relatively low health makes him an easy target, allowing you to quickly secure one of the five needed crew members to advance in the Pirate Yakuza story.
Kenzo
Kenzo, found at the dock area of Honolulu's beach, can be recruited by giving him raw materials collected during your sea adventures or by paying a few thousand dollars. With the abundance of building materials and money earned from treasures, Kenzo is an easily attainable and reliable crew member.
Lucas
In Madlantis, Lucas joins the crew after a humorous confrontation and subsequent fistfight with Goro. While his melee weapon adds a bit of challenge, players who have navigated the earlier boss fights should find Lucas manageable.
Obispo
To recruit Obispo, simply dine at his restaurant in Honolulu. Engage in battles around the area to lower your health, then purchase and eat a meal there. Repeat this five times, and Obispo will join the Goro Pirates, marking your fifth crew member. While slightly more time-consuming, this method is still easier compared to other recruitment tasks on the island.
These five crew members are your ticket to progressing quickly through the early stages of *Pirate Yakuza*. As the game advances and the challenges intensify, you can focus on recruiting more formidable crew members. But for now, these recruits will help you sail smoothly through the initial chapters.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii* is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
