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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (Yakuza 8)
Poundmates Guide: List of All Poundmates
Poundmates are strong and special alliles that help out in battles for a fee in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (Yakuza 8). Read on and see the full list of Poundmates, what Poundmates is and how to unlock it, and whether you should be using Poundmates frequently!
List of Contents
List of All Poundmates
| Postmate | Skill and Effect | How to Unlock |
|---|---|---|
 Chitose Buster Holmes |
Gauntlet Rush: Deals 150 base blunt damage in a straight line for 3 turns. May inflict Stun. With Benefits: Increases damage by 250. |
Complete Substory 4 |
 Nathan |
Path of the Warrior: 200 base blade damage on a single enemy for 3 turns. | Complete Substory 15 |
 Bony Kashiwa |
Stuntkiller Salvo: 3 takes of 150 base fire damage to all enemies. | Complete Substory 27 |
 Gondawara |
Big Baby Blues: Deal 150 base magic damage to all enemies 3 times. May inflict Fear. | Complete Substory 24 |
 Charlie |
The Gig is Up: Deal 100 base blunt damage to all enemies while healing 100 HP to your party. With Benefits: Add about 150 damage and 150 HP recovery. |
Complete Substory 3 |
 Mameoka |
Espresso Express: Heal 300 HP to one ally for 3 turns. | Complete Substory 22 |
 Pocket Circuit Fighter |
Pocket Surfing: 3 laps of 200 base blunt damage in a straight line. | Complete Kamurocho Memoir 35 |
 Kazami Evolution |
Temptuous Tempest: Deal 1000 base water damage to all enemies. It doesn't cost a turn. | Complete Substory 13 |
 Sojimaru Flying Beta Max |
Doomsday Drop: Deal 1000 base lightning damage to the enemy party. Doesn't cost a turn. | Complete Substory 30 |
 Nancy and Olivia |
Pincer Pandemonium: Deal 1000 base blade damage to all enemies. May inflict Poison. It doesn't cost a turn. With Benefits: Increases damage to about 1500. |
Complete Substory 10 |
 Sotaro Komaki |
Komaki Finisher - Heaven's Gate: Deal 1000 base blunt damage to all enemies. May inflict Stun. It doesn't cost a turn. | Complete Kamurocho Memoir 38 |
| Yuki and Kuyuki | Four Shine Fever: Deals 1000 base blunt damage to all enemies and boosts the Attack of your whole party. It doesn't cause a turn. | Complete Kamurocho Memoir 40 |
 Kazuki and Yuya |
Alluring Toast: Deals 1000 base blunt damage to all enemies and boosts the Magic of your whole party. It doesn't cause a turn. | Complete Life Link 3 |
 |
Crooked Cokoing: Heals 1000 HP to all allies and greatly increases their Defense and Willpower.It doesn't cause a turn. | Complete Yokohama Memoir 35 |
| Revolve Bartender | Eviscerating Enka: Deals 2000 base bullet damage to all enemies. It doesn't cost a turn. | Max out your Bond with the Bartender at Revolve |
 Asakura |
Urban Hospitality: Deal 2000 base blunt damage to opponents. May KO enemies instantly! | Complete Substory 46 |
 Kaoru Sayama |
Yakuza Crackdown: Deal 2000 base blade damage to all enemies and may cause them to be Silenced. It doesn't cost a turn. | Complete Life Link 6 |
 Shun Akiyama |
Millionaire Strike: Deal 2000 base blunt damage to all enemies and may cause them to be Charmed. It doesn't cost a turn. | Complete Life Link 7 |
| Makoto Date | Do or Dive: Deal 2000 base fire damage to all enemies. It Doesn't cost a turn. | Complete All Life Links |
Should You Use Poundmates?
Not Recommended for Early to Mid Game
Because of the high costs of using Poundmates, it is better to use your money in buying items and equipping your character with gear and weapons to make them stronger during the early to mid game.
6 Beginner Tips and Tricks in the Early Game
Use Poundmates in Boss Battles
If you have enough money to avail a Poundmate's services, it is recommended to get them to help out during boss battles. Poundmates have high stats that can turn the tide of battles!
Money Farming Guide: How to Get Money Fast
How to Unlock Poundmates
Unlocked in Substory 4 of Chapter 3
Access to Poundmates is unlocked during Substory 4 of Chapter 3. You'll be forced to select the Poundmates app to use against Threatening Men to introduce the mechanic to you.
Substory 4: Busted! Guide and Rewards
What is Poundmates
Summon an Ally to Help During Battle
Poundmates is a mechanic that allows you to summon an ally to help out during battles for a fee.
Can Only Use Poundmates During Kasuga or Kiryu's Turns
Poundmates can only be accessed during Kasuga or Kiryu's turns. You'll have to wait until it's their turn to summon powerful allies!
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