Discover the fastest ways to increase Bond Level in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Learn about activities, gifts, and special encounters that boost camaraderie and unlock powerful bonuses.
Bond Level in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth signifies the group solidarity and cohesiveness among companions. Actions that improve this bond are numerous, and while simply playing the game will naturally increase it, there are more targeted methods to quickly boost a companion's Bond Level for significant gameplay incentives.
You can check your Bond Level in the menu under the “Bonds” option. This displays each character’s current Bond Level, progress towards the next level, and any conditions affecting further progress. Different messages indicate your status:
- Take your bond with [character] to the next level!: Normal Bond Level progression is available.
- Talk to [character] at Revolve/Survive.: A Drink Link can be initiated at Revolve or Survive. Bond Level can still increase even if not immediately pursued.
- This will unlock as the story progresses.: Further Drink Links are locked until the main questline advances. Bond Level can still increase without immediate action.
- Bond has deepened with [character].: The Bond Level with this character is maxed out.
While Bond Levels themselves don't offer direct bonuses between levels, increasing them unlocks Drink Links. These are indicated by pink hearts in the Bond menu. Witnessing Drink Links advances companion questlines and unlocks useful combat bonuses.
How to Increase Bond Level
Bond Points are accumulated through various actions in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, often indicated by a pink heart icon. The following methods contribute to increasing Bond Level:
| Method | Bond Points | Repeatable? |
|---|---|---|
| Defeat normal enemies. | +1 | Yes |
| Defeat special enemies. | +10 | Yes |
| Order anything at a restaurant | +3 | Yes |
| Combo Meals/Table Talk | +15 | No |
| Give a gift | +4 | No |
| Give a favored gift | +8 | No |
| Complete a Party Chat | +10 | No |
| Complete a Walk & Talk | +10 | No |
| Get a Bond Bingo | +25 | No |
| Rent the Crystal Aloha Resort Pool | +10 | Yes |
| Visit clubs | +20 to +100 | Yes |
| Play a game (Koi-Koi, Poker, etc) | +10 or +20 | Yes |
Defeating Enemies
Winning battles grants Bond Points: +1 for normal enemies and +10 for special enemies (marked with crowns). Only active party members receive these points. While not the fastest method, points can accumulate during extended dungeon runs. Special enemies are often found in optional dungeons like the Hawaiian Haunt.
Restaurants
Ordering any item at a restaurant grants +3 Bond Points to all active party members. Ordering combo meals triggers Table Talks, awarding +15 Bond Points to participants, and these bonuses are non-repeatable. The +3 points for ordering are still awarded alongside the Table Talk bonus.
Give Gifts
Gift icons may appear near stores, prompting you to buy a gift for a companion. Giving a gift costs around $10 and awards +4 Bond Points. If the gift is favored by the character, it grants +8 Bond Points.
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