While Kiryu only has one fighting style, you can tailor his progression to suit your preferred playstyle. Focusing on certain XP categories will emphasize different aspects of his combat. Here are a few recommended build paths to consider, along with their strengths and weaknesses.
Aggressive Brawler Build:
- Focus: Strength and Agility
- Description: Prioritize increasing Kiryu's raw damage output and speed. This build is great for players who enjoy overwhelming enemies with quick combos and powerful finishers.
- Key Abilities: Tiger Drop, Essence of Extreme Heat, various combo extenders.
- Weakness: Less durable, relies on dodging rather than tanking hits.
Balanced Dragon Build:
- Focus: Even distribution across Strength, Agility, and Spirit.
- Description: A well-rounded approach that ensures Kiryu is capable in all aspects of combat. Good for first-time players or those who want versatility.
- Key Abilities: A mix of offensive, defensive, and utility skills.
- Weakness: Doesn't excel in any single area as much as specialized builds.
Tanky Defender Build:
- Focus: Spirit and Technique
- Description: Emphasizes Kiryu's durability and Heat Action potential. Great for players who prefer to absorb damage and unleash devastating finishers.
- Key Abilities: Increased health, faster Heat Gauge gain, powerful Heat Actions.
- Weakness: Lower raw damage output, fights might take longer.
While Yakuza Kiwami 2 uses a singular, versatile moveset, Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name eventually reintroduces distinct combat stances through its gadget-based Agent style.