Yakuza 0
Yakuza 0

Chapter 12: Den of Desires

Yakuza 0 Chapter 12: Den of Desires walkthrough. Navigate Tojo Clan politics and face formidable foes. Meet with Oda to proceed in this intense chapter.

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Chapter 12: Den of Desires

Welcome to Chapter 12, where the stakes are higher than ever for Kiryu. This chapter will see you navigating the treacherous waters of the Tojo Clan's internal politics and facing off against formidable foes. Be prepared for a series of intense confrontations and crucial decisions.

Objective: Meet with Oda

Your first task is to meet with Oda. He's waiting for you at the familiar rendezvous point, the Empty Lot. Head there directly from your starting location. A cutscene will trigger upon your arrival, revealing important plot developments.

  • Location: Empty Lot (Kamurocho)
  • Action: Approach the designated marker to initiate the cutscene.

Objective: Infiltrate the Dojima Family Office

Following your meeting with Oda, you'll need to infiltrate the Dojima Family Office. This is a high-risk operation, so ensure Kiryu is well-equipped. Stock up on healing items and consider upgrading your Brawler, Rush, and Beast styles if you haven't recently.

Preparation Checklist:

  • Healing Items: Purchase several Staminan Royale and Toughness Infinity from the pharmacy or convenience stores.
  • Weapon: While not strictly necessary, a good weapon like the Slime Gun (if you've unlocked it) or a sturdy bat can help clear groups faster.
  • Gear: Equip any defensive gear you have, such as the Bulletproof Vest or Charismatic Photo, to reduce incoming damage.

Infiltration Route:

  1. Head towards the Dojima Family Office, located on the eastern side of Tenkaichi Street.
  2. As you approach, you'll encounter several groups of Dojima thugs guarding the entrance. Engage them using your preferred fighting style. Rush is excellent for crowd control, while Brawler offers powerful finishers.
  3. Once inside the main building, navigate through the corridors. Expect more resistance. These enemies are generally stronger than street thugs, so use Heat Actions strategically.
  4. Look for the staircase leading to the upper floors. You'll likely face a mini-boss type enemy here. Focus on dodging their heavy attacks and counter-attacking.

Boss Battle: Awano

After fighting your way through the office, you will confront Awano. This is a significant boss fight that requires careful strategy.

Awano's Fighting Style:

  • Awano primarily uses a powerful, brawling style with slow but devastating attacks.
  • He has a strong guard and can absorb a lot of damage.
  • Watch out for his charge attack and his Heat Actions, which can deal massive damage.

Strategy:

  1. Utilize Rush Style: Kiryu's Rush style is highly effective here. Its quick dodges allow you to evade Awano's slow attacks and get in quick combos.
  2. Exploit Openings: After Awano finishes a combo or misses a heavy attack, he'll be vulnerable for a brief period. This is your chance to unleash a flurry of attacks.
  3. Heat Actions: Save your Heat for powerful Heat Actions. The "Essence of Extreme Brawler" is particularly effective when Awano is stunned or against a wall.
  4. Environmental Attacks: Look for objects in the environment you can use, such as chairs or tables, to deal extra damage and build Heat.
  5. Healing: Don't be afraid to use your healing items if your health drops below 50%. This is a long fight, and endurance is key.

Upon defeating Awano, a critical cutscene will play, concluding Chapter 12 and setting the stage for the next phase of Kiryu's journey.