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Substory 46
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Substory 46

Learn how to complete Substory 46: A Man Facing the Future in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Get tips on defeating thugs and unlocking Asakura as a Poundmate.

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Learn how to complete Substory 46: A Man Facing the Future in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Get tips on defeating thugs and unlocking Asakura as a Poundmate.

Alright, so you've wrapped up Substory 45 and Asakura's decided he needs your help one last time. Don't worry, this one's not a fight against him, but *with* him! You'll get a text from him, kicking off Substory 46, titled "A Man Facing the Future." Head back to Shipper's Wharf – yeah, the same spot as before. You should be pretty beefed up by now, but if you're feeling a little under-leveled, it's totally fine to go grind a bit and level up before diving in. Just a heads-up, this substory kicks off automatically when you get close to Asakura, so there's no backing out this time. Make sure you bring some healing items, because it's just you and Asakura against a bunch of baddies.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Head back to Shipper's Wharf. As you approach Asakura, the fight will begin automatically.
  2. 2
    You'll be facing off against six Local Thugs, all at level 43. They can hit hard and fast, so be ready for them to potentially attack Ichiban before you even get a turn.
  3. 3
    If you survive their initial onslaught and need to heal, don't sweat it too much. Asakura's got your back and hits like a truck. Just focus on keeping Ichiban alive.
  4. 4
    When it's your turn, try to use attacks that hit multiple enemies at once. This will help thin out their numbers much faster.
Tips
  • If you're struggling with the level difference, it's worth going back to grind some levels before attempting this fight.
  • Bring plenty of healing items – you'll want them to keep Ichiban in fighting shape.
  • Focus on crowd control attacks to deal with the six thugs efficiently.
  • Asakura is a strong ally, so let him draw some aggro while you focus on healing or dealing damage.
  • Upon completing the fight, Asakura will gift you the Brawler God's Mouthguard, a really solid accessory that cuts down on the MP cost of your abilities.
  • Most importantly, you'll unlock Asakura as a Poundmate! You can now summon him into future battles whenever you need some extra backup. This also marks the end of Asakura's substory questline.

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