Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Tank Crew Member Tier List

Read this tier list of tank crew members and become the strongest pirate crew in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

Saejima is the best tank in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (Image via SEGA)
Saejima is the best tank in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (Image via SEGA)

In Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, making a strong crew is essential to win naval battles. Tank crew members play an important role by absorbing enemy attacks, which protects your ship and other crew members. However, you obtain many tank crew members throughout your journey, each with different skills and level caps. Moreover, some players might even have difficulty knowing the difference between so many characters.

Here is where this tier list comes into play. We have listed the best tank crew members for you to choose in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

Best Tank Crew Members In Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Jason Rich vs Goro Majima (Image via SEGA)
Jason Rich vs Goro Majima (Image via SEGA)

These are the best tank crew members you can use during naval battles. They have traits that reduce most of the incoming damages and boast massive amounts of HP to soak up hits. The tank crew members under this list can also be upgraded to level 50. This essentially makes them the best units for late-game naval battles.

Here is the tier list for the best tank crew members in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii:

Name – TierTraitsDescription
Taiga Saejima – S+Stun Resistance (Squad Leader Trait), Bonus Damage to Enemy Sterns (First Mate Trait)Taiga Saejima is the ultimate tank crew member in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. His Squad Leader Trait grants Stun Resistance, making him immune to crowd control effects. Additionally, his First Mate Trait allows you to do bonus damage to enemy sterns. However, his true strength lies in the frontline, absorbing damage, and creating opportunities for your damage dealers to attack without worrying about incoming damage.
Jason Rich – S+Gun Defense (Squad Leader Trait)Jason Rich rivals Saejima in raw stats, making him a very formidable tank. His Gun Defense Trait significantly reduces firearm damage, helping your crew handle ranged enemies more effectively. This strong defense against gunfire makes him a valuable addition to any tank-focused pirate crew.
Chitose Buster Holmes – SDefense and Health Recovery (Squad Leader Trait)Chitose is an exceptional boarding tank, with high attack and defense. Her Squad Leader Trait increases defense and health recovery. Moreover, this balance between offense and defense makes her a perfect fit for boarding as a tank crew member.
Robo Michio Mach – SRobo Guard (Squad Leader Trait) – Extra Defense, Shock ResistanceRobo Michio Mach is a defensive powerhouse with very high stats except for his attack stat. He can boost Defense and grant shock resistance using his Robo Guard Trait. He is capable of withstanding tons of damage, essentially making him the perfect choice as a durable tank.

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Average Tank Crew Members in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Majima boarding another ship (Image via SEGA)
Majima boarding another ship (Image via SEGA)

These are some average tank crew members you can use in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. They have traits that can be essential in battles but are not as useful compared to the best tanks. Most of these tanks feature a level cap of 30 and boast mediocre HP. However, you do obtain them early on, which can help you in early naval battles.

Here are all the members in this section of the tank crew tier list: 

Name – TierTraitsDescription
Etsuko – A+Versatility (First Mate or Tank), Adaptable StatsEtsuko is the most adaptable tank in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. She easily fits into both the Cannon Squad and Boarding Squad, which allow players to adjust their strategy as needed. Her balanced stats make her a top-tier choice, especially when you can unlock through Kamulop’s Fortune Exchange very early on in the game.
Human Bronze Statue: Bronson – ABalanced Stats, Adaptable RoleBronson is a very reliable tank with balanced stats that lets him adapt into many roles. While he can be used as a backup tank in various situations, he does excel in the Boarding Squad, where his defense and skills make him a very valuable crew member. 
Robson Caetano da Silva – AImpenetrable (Squad Leader Trait) – Defensive BoostRobson may not be the highest on the list, but don’t let that fool you. His trait, ‘Impenetrable,’ is very strong early on, as you can get him from clearing the beginner level of Mania in the Coliseum. He is a really good tank crew until you obtain Saejima on your team.
Steve – BExcellent First Mate TraitSteve is a good tank crew due to his First Mate Trait, which increases his power in the Cannon Squad. However, he does not possess the raw stats like the other tank crew members on this list. You can fit him in any role in your team, which makes him quite versatile. 

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