"Get Kraken-Chan and Recruit Surfer Jay in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza Hawaii"

In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, you step into the swashbuckling shoes of Goro Majima, the Captain of the Goro Pirates. As you navigate the seas, recruiting a robust crew is key to your success. Here's how you can secure Kraken-Chan and enlist Surfer Jay into your pirate ranks.

How To Recruit Surfer Jay in Pirate Yakuza

Surfer Jay, found in Honolulu, is a prime recruit for your crew, boasting stats that outshine many early-game members. However, his recruitment journey requires a bit of sailing and strategic planning. While the order of these steps isn't crucial, starting your quest in Madlantis can streamline the process.

Once you've docked at Madlantis, head straight to the tent opposite the Madlantis Golf Range, where you'll find the arcade games and a claw machine. Your target here is the UFO Catcher Game, which may contain the blue plush known as Kraken-Chan, a crucial item for recruiting Surfer Jay. If Kraken-Chan isn't available, speak to the attendant under the tent and request a change of prizes in the machine.

Winning Kraken-Chan from the claw machine can be challenging, much like real-life claw games, so ensure you have enough cash on hand. The trick is to nudge the plush towards the slot until it drops into your collection. Once you've secured Kraken-Chan, return to your ship, the Goromaru, and set sail back to Honolulu.

Upon arriving in Honolulu, make your way to the Tropical Coco at the Anaconda Shopping Center, either by cab, street surfer, or on foot. Use your mini-map to locate Surfer Jay, identified by the pirate member symbol with a bandana and sword. You'll find him in a garage, next to his surfboard. Engage in conversation with Surfer Jay, and he'll open up about his personal woes.

It's during this heart-to-heart that you'll discover Kraken-Chan's significance in resolving Surfer Jay's relationship issues. When prompted, gift him the plush, and he'll gratefully join your crew. While Surfer Jay's stats and special perks aren't particularly standout for roles like First Mate or Boarding Squad Leader, his recruitment is a must for completionists and adds a unique flair to your pirate ensemble.

And there you have it—that's how you secure Kraken-Chan and recruit Surfer Jay in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.

*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*