Unlock the Power of Rings in Pirate Yakuza’s Hawaiian Adventure!

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In the game titled “Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii“, the fighting style shifts back to the series’ traditional action-based battles, as opposed to the turn-based combat seen in “Like a Dragon” and “Infinite Wealth“. The main character, Goro Majima, can engage in two distinct fighting styles: the close-combat Mad Dog style and the Sea Dog style that involves a cutlass, hook, and firearms. To make combat more engaging, “Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii” introduces Rings, accessories Majima can put on to enhance his abilities and provide various effects. Given Majima’s background as both an expert hand-to-hand fighter and a fashion enthusiast who appreciates unique and flashy styles, the Rings fit him perfectly.

The Use Of Rings Emphasizes Majima’s Association With Hands

From his debut in the initial Yakuza game, Goro Majima has consistently been linked with the use of his hands. He favors hand-to-hand combat, yet isn’t shy about employing other tools such as knives or improvised weapons like bicycles or traffic cones during a fight. Throughout the series, he’s been involved in numerous hand-to-hand battles against various opponents, with Kazuma Kiryu being one of his most frequent adversaries, notably in Yakuza Kiwami, where he was often encountered as part of the “Majima Everywhere” system.

In many instances, Majima highlights his hands in his poses, and one typical stance involves spreading his arms wide while his hands extend forward, resembling claws. This position is strongly linked with Majima’s more unruly and eccentric personality and his label as the “Mad Dog of Shimano.” Additionally, one of Majima’s most recognizable accessories, comparable in memorability to his snakeskin jacket, is a pair of black gloves that draw even more attention to his hands.

Rings are an ideal adornment for someone who frequently uses their hands, and the character Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii takes full advantage of this. Majima can wear up to ten rings, one on each finger, and they offer benefits such as boosting his reputation, filling his Heat Gauge, or revealing the position of treasure chests. The in-game Ring menu features Majima striking a crossed-arm pose or his iconic “hands out” pose, flashing his classic Mad Dog grin, while showcasing the rings that the player has equipped him with.

Rings Are Both A Pirate’s Treasure And A Fashion Accessory

Using rings as power-enhancing artifacts transforms the game’s treasure amassing mechanism beyond mere pirate-themed chases for glimmering trinkets. Most of the game’s potent rings can be discovered exclusively within hidden chests, inspiring players to track them down to reap their advantageous benefits. This is a fantastic enhancement to the system, as most other treasure rewards primarily offer monetary gains and reputation points.

To wrap it up, apart from their battle functionality, Pirate Yakuza’s rings are also trendy and chic, which perfectly suits Majima due to his focus on fashion compared to other main characters Kiryu and Ichiban. Majima’s distinctive style, from the smart suit he wore as a cabaret boss in Yakuza 0, to the snakeskin dress of Goromi the hostess, and the assortment of pirate coats and hats he wears in this game, is further enhanced by these rings. However, some ring combinations can appear quite absurd when worn together.

Including rings in the game significantly improves the fighting system of ‘Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii’, increases the excitement of treasure hunting, and lets Majima appear stylish while fighting or attacking as a Sea Dog or Mad Dog Style. Players of ‘Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii’ should strive to gather all types of rings available in the game and experiment with different combinations to discover what works best for Majima, both in terms of effects and aesthetics.

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2025-02-27 22:54