In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, players step into the pirate boots of Goro Majima, the Captain of the Goro Pirates. A key aspect of the game involves recruiting crew members during your sea-faring journey, and here's how you can snag Kraken-Chan and recruit Surfer Jay to bolster your team.
How To Recruit Surfer Jay in Pirate Yakuza
Surfer Jay, a standout Pirate Recruit candidate, can be found in Honolulu. His superior base stats make him a valuable addition to your crew, though his recruitment process is more involved than others, requiring some strategic sailing. While the order of recruitment doesn't matter, it's advisable to start your journey in Madlantis to fetch the item that will win Surfer Jay over.
Upon docking at Madlantis, head to the tent opposite the Madlantis Golf Range, home to some of the game's most entertaining mini-games. Inside, you'll find the UFO Catcher Game, which occasionally features a blue plush known as "Kraken-Chan" that Surfer Jay is after. If Kraken-Chan isn't available, simply speak to the attendant under the tent to request a change in the prizes.
Like real-life claw machines, securing Kraken-Chan might require multiple tries. Ensure you have enough cash before you start playing. The trick is to maneuver the claw to nudge the plush until it falls into the collection slot, allowing you to add it to your inventory. Once you have Kraken-Chan, return to Honolulu aboard the Goromaru.
In Honolulu, make your way to the Anaconda Shopping Center's Tropical Coco, either by cab, street surfer, or on foot. To locate Surfer Jay, use the mini-map to find the pirate member symbols adorned with a bandana and sword. You'll find Jay in a garage, sitting next to his surfboard. Engage him in conversation, and he'll open up about his heartbreak and relationship woes.
It turns out that Kraken-Chan is the key to resolving Surfer Jay's troubles and convincing him to join the Goro Pirates. When prompted, gift him the plush, and he'll officially become part of your crew, with his base stats now visible. While Surfer Jay doesn't offer unique perks as a First Mate or Boarding Squad Leader, his recruitment is essential for completionists due to the challenge of finding the specific plush he desires. His dialogue might not guide you clearly, but persistence pays off.
And there you have it—that's how you obtain Kraken-Chan and recruit Surfer Jay in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
