Best Crew Members to Recruit in Early Game for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Embark on your *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii* adventure by assembling the best pirate crew possible! Early game recruitment is key to swiftly progressing through the story. Here are five crew members who are easily acquired, ensuring a smooth start to your nautical escapades.

During Chapter 2, you'll arrive in Madlantis, a pirate haven hosting the Naval Coliseum. This section introduces your initial crew, Jason and Masaru, and reveals their past betrayal. To participate in the Coliseum, you'll need to upgrade your ship and recruit additional crew members – a crucial step costing $10,000 for ship repairs and requiring five crew members before continuing the main story.

For faster progress, focus on these five easily recruited members:

Early Game Crew Recruitment in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Nickelle Kidman

This charming actress, a clear nod to Nicole Kidman, hangs out near Honolulu beach. Recruiting her only requires a two-star crew rating, easily achieved by completing early main story missions. If you haven't reached two stars, quickly boost your rating by finding treasure, battling thugs, or engaging in naval battles.

Hammerhead

Found on the second floor of Honolulu's shopping center, Hammerhead is recruited through a fight. He's a relatively easy opponent, making him a quick addition to your crew.

Kenzo

This dockhand in Honolulu's beach area can be recruited by providing raw materials (easily gathered during your travels) or a small sum of money. His recruitment is straightforward and cost-effective.

Lucas

Located in Madlantis, Lucas requires a brawl to join your crew. While wielding a melee weapon, he's manageable after facing earlier challenges in the game.

Obispo

Recruit Obispo simply by dining at his Honolulu establishment five times. Engage in nearby battles to lower your health before each meal. This method is slightly more time-consuming but still simpler than other recruitment options.

While many other crew members await, these five offer the fastest path to advancing the *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii* storyline. Once you've secured these recruits, you can then focus on recruiting more powerful crew members for later, more challenging battles.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.