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

How to Recruit Surfer Jay in Pirate Yakuza

Surfer Jay, a promising recruit found in Honolulu, boasts higher base stats than many of the initial crew members you'll encounter in the game. His recruitment, however, requires a bit more effort, involving some sailing and strategic item collection. You can tackle this process in any order, but heading to Madlantis first to fetch the crucial item is advisable.

Upon docking at Madlantis, make your way to the tent housing the claw machines and arcade games, situated directly opposite the Madlantis Golf Range, a delightful mini-game within *Pirate Yakuza*. Focus on the UFO Catcher Game, where you'll find the blue plush toy known as "Kraken-Chan," which Surfer Jay is fond of. Note that Kraken-Chan might not always be available as a prize. If that's the case, approach the attendant under the tent and request a change of prizes in the UFO game machine.

Winning Kraken-Chan from the claw machine can be challenging, much like real-life claw machines. Ensure you have enough in-game currency before you start. The trick is to maneuver the claw to nudge the plush towards the prize slot until it falls in, allowing you to add it to your inventory. Once you've secured Kraken-Chan, sail back to Honolulu aboard the Goromaru.

Back in Honolulu, head to the Tropical Coco in the Anaconda Shopping Center. You can use a cab, your street surfer, or simply run there. To locate Surfer Jay easily, check your mini-map for the pirate member symbols marked with a bandana and sword, indicating potential recruits. You'll find Jay in a garage, sitting beside his surfboard. Engage him in conversation, and he'll open up about his personal struggles and relationship woes.

As the conversation unfolds, you'll discover that Kraken-Chan is the key to resolving Surfer Jay's issues and convincing him to join the Goro Pirates. When the opportunity arises, gift him the plush toy. This gesture will prompt Surfer Jay to join your crew, with his base stats now visible. While Surfer Jay doesn't offer unique perks as a First Mate or Boarding Squad Leader, his recruitment is essential for those aiming to complete *Pirate Yakuza* fully. His dialogue might not be the most straightforward, making the process of finding the right plush a bit of a challenge.

And that's the complete guide on how to find Kraken-Chan and recruit Surfer Jay in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.

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