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Kazuma Kiryu: Legend Style

Master Kazuma Kiryu's formidable Legend Style in Yakuza 0. Learn to combine its powerful Takedowns and heat actions for defeating tough enemies.

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Kazuma Kiryu: Legend Style

The Dragon of Dojima, Kiryu's ultimate fighting style, is a powerhouse that combines elements from his other three styles into a devastating, all-encompassing combat form. Unlocking and mastering this style is crucial for tackling the game's toughest challenges, especially in the late game and during Premium Adventure.

Unlocking the Dragon of Dojima

Unlike Kiryu's other styles, the Dragon of Dojima isn't available from the start. You'll need to complete a significant portion of Kiryu's Real Estate Royale storyline to gain access to it. Here's a step-by-step guide:

  1. Progress the Story: Continue through the main narrative until you reach Chapter 6, where Kiryu fully engages with the Real Estate Royale.
  2. Dominate the Five Billionaires: Your primary objective is to defeat all five of the rival billionaires in the Real Estate Royale. This involves:
    • The Leisure King: Located in the Red Light District.
    • The Electronics King: Found in the Electronics District.
    • The Pleasure King: Controls the Pleasure District.
    • The Gambling King: Dominates the Gambling District.
    • The Media King: The final rival, overseeing the Media District.
    To defeat each king, you must acquire 100% of the properties in their respective district and then challenge them. This will trigger a battle, which you must win.
  3. The Final Showdown: After defeating all five kings, you'll face the true mastermind behind the Real Estate Royale. This climactic confrontation will unlock the Dragon of Dojima style.

Mastering the Dragon of Dojima

Once unlocked, the Dragon of Dojima style is initially quite weak. It requires a substantial investment of yen to fully develop its potential. This style is unique in that its upgrades are purchased directly with yen, rather than through CP or ability points from combat.

  • Visit the Homeless Man: After unlocking the style, head to the homeless camp located in the West Park area of Kamurocho. Speak to the homeless man there, who will now offer to train Kiryu in the Dragon of Dojima style for a fee.
  • Strategic Investment: The cost for each upgrade can be astronomical, reaching billions of yen for the later abilities. Prioritize upgrades that enhance your core combat effectiveness:
    • Heat Actions: Invest in new Heat Actions early. The Dragon of Dojima boasts some of the most powerful and visually impressive Heat Actions in the game.
    • Combo Extenders: Longer combos mean more damage and better crowd control.
    • Damage Boosts: Direct damage upgrades are always valuable.
    • Defense Upgrades: While not as flashy, increased defense can be a lifesaver in tougher encounters.
  • Farming Yen: To afford these upgrades, you'll need to maximize your yen income. The Real Estate Royale itself is an excellent source of passive income. Additionally, consider these methods:
    • Mr. Shakedown: Engage with Mr. Shakedown encounters. While risky, defeating him can net you massive amounts of yen. Consider using the "Money Magnet" accessory (found in various locations, including some substories or purchased from the Dragon & Tiger equipment search) to increase your earnings.
    • Selling Expensive Items: Certain items, like the "Platinum Plate" or "Diamond Plate," can be sold for significant sums at pawn shops. These can be found through various means, including substories, minigames, and equipment searches.
    • Gambling: While high-risk, high-reward, mastering games like Chō-han or Baccarat at the various gambling dens can yield large amounts of yen if you're lucky.

Key Abilities and Strategies

The Dragon of Dojima is a versatile style, capable of adapting to almost any combat situation. It excels at both single-target damage and crowd control.

  • Rush Combo Finisher: This powerful finisher, reminiscent of Kiryu's Rush style, allows for rapid, multi-hit attacks that can quickly deplete an enemy's health.
  • Brawler Counter: A strong counter-attack that can turn the tide of battle, similar to the Brawler style's defensive capabilities.
  • Beast Grab and Throw: Leveraging the Beast style's strength, Kiryu can grab and throw multiple enemies, creating openings and dealing significant environmental damage.
  • Essence of the Dragon: This signature Heat Action, unlocked later in the style's progression, is a devastating series of blows that can instantly defeat most regular enemies and heavily damage bosses.
  • Heat Mode Activation: The Dragon of Dojima's Heat Mode is particularly potent, granting increased damage, speed, and access to unique Heat Actions. Learn to manage your Heat Gauge effectively to maximize its uptime.

Pro-Tip: Practice switching between Kiryu's other styles (Brawler, Rush, Beast) and the Dragon of Dojima mid-combat. The Dragon of Dojima often serves as an excellent "finisher" style, allowing you to build Heat with your other styles and then unleash devastating attacks with the Dragon.