Top Healing Team for Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

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Choosing the right crew for your adventure on the Goromaru is one of the key decisions you’ll face in Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii. Although the selection of healers isn’t as impressive compared to other classes—like the top-tier shooters—there are still some capable healers you can recruit.

Fortunately, you won’t need to scour every corner of Honolulu to find one of the game’s best healers; he will naturally join your team as you progress through the main story. With over ten healer options available, many may fall short of your expectations, so we’ve compiled a list of the top picks.

Understanding the Tier Levels

Given the limited number of crew options in Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii, we’ll categorize the available healers and their skills into a straightforward structure:

First Mate Trait
Squad Leader Trait

Each crew member has four key stats:

Cannon Power
Ship Upkeep
Attack
Defense

With a small roster to choose from, we only need three tiers to classify these crew members accurately:

S-Tier
A-Tier
All Other-Tier

S-Tier crew members are exceptional and often possess unique Squad Leader Traits, can reach a level cap of 50, and maintain a majority of S-Tier stats, or some combination of these traits.

A-Tier crew members are solid team players, capable of performing well in many situations. Although they may top out at level 30 or exhibit mostly A-Tier stats—with possibly one S-Tier—they’re still reliable in battles.

All Other crew members typically have a level cap of 20 and may lack additional traits. Ideally, they have at least one area of expertise, showcasing a single A-Tier stat that allows for easy placement in your strategies. This group is not comprehensive but highlights a few noteworthy members.

Generally, it’s best to focus on using S or A-Tier crew members as you continue to enhance the Goromaru to its full potential.

Special Requirements for Unlocking Crew Members

Some crew members can only be unlocked through specific actions:

Kei: You need to become 30 buddies in Honolulu. You can do this by waving at friends or helping them in tough situations at least three times each.

S-Tier Healers

At the top of the list is Nishida, clearly the strongest healer in Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii.

Name	Tier	Explanation
Nishida	S+	Nishida boasts S-ranks in all stats, making him an excellent choice among healers. His boosted health recovery and shock resistance greatly enhance his overall effectiveness, especially during challenging naval skirmishes.
Kei	S	Although Kei may not match Nishida’s Attack and Defense, her impressive 410 Ship Upkeep at max level makes her invaluable to your Cannon Squad.

A-Tier Healers

Carnal Sister Yuka: With three A-Tier stats and the powerful Sink King Kiwami First Mate Trait, Yuka is a top choice for increasing damage against enemy ships.
Natasha: Although her stats are mixed between A and B-Tier, her availability of Squad Leader and First Mate Traits makes her a solid backup option, especially in a leadership role.

Name	Tier	Explanation
Carnal Sister Yuka	A+	Yuka stands out due to her three A-tier stats and helpful First Mate Trait, making her great for dealing damage to opponents.
Natasha	A	Natasha, with mainly A and some B-tier stats, offers flexibility with her role as a Squad Leader or First Mate without significant stat drawbacks.

All Other Healers

Name	Tier	Explanation
Oka	B+	Oka comes out slightly ahead of his peers, thanks to better stats compared to Thomas or Russell, but he generally serves as a temporary option for your Cannon Squad.
Thomas the Engineer	B	Thomas is less impressive than Oka, offering slightly lower stats and lacking any distinct traits.
Russell	B	Russell is nearly identical to Oka but has slightly higher Ship Upkeep, making him less valuable, particularly if you have specialists like Kei or Julie.

Sadly, many of the healer options are lackluster, limiting your choices. If you’re early in the game and struggling to build balanced Boarding Squads, some alternatives might work temporarily.

While not top tier, Legendary Fisher Morishita and Elena could serve as additional healers. However, other characters like Yurina, Hibiki, the 14th Best Host in Kamurocho, Nickelle Kidman, and Obispo are best avoided.