One Piece: Grand Battle Walkthrough

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ONE PIECE: GRAND BATTLE
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Kuro FAQ
Author: "Dragoner"
Created: June 18, 2007
Version: 1.00
Copyright 2007, Philip Powers.
Table of Contents:
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PART ONE: Intro
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1-I. Updates/Version History
1-II. Introduction to One Piece: Grand Battle
1-III. Introduction to Kuro's character
PART TWO: Meet Kuro
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2-I. Overview
2-II. Basic Movelist
2-III. Support Characters: Jango, Siam and Butchie
2-IV. Super Attacks
2-V. Secret Attack
PART THREE: Using Kuro
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3-I. In General
3-II. Specific Match-Ups
3-III. Miscellaneous
PART FOUR: In Closing
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4-I. Contact Information
4-II. Copyright Information (And Other Legal Junk)
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PART ONE: INTRO
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1-I. Updates
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0.60 - 6-18-07
Completed about half the first draft, all the way up to Kuro's Secret Attack.
I'll write that up later.
0.70 - 6-20-07
Secret Attack and sections 3-I and 3-II (up to Chopper) completed.
1.00 - 6-22-07
First draft completed, including rest of Specific Match-Ups and miscellanea.
1-II. Introduction to One Piece: Grand Battle
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"One Piece: Grand Battle" is a 3-D fighting game developed by Ganbarion for the
Sony Playstation 2 and Nintendo Gamecube, based on the incredibly popular manga
and anime series by Eiichiro Oda, "One Piece".  Released as "One Piece
Grand
Battle!  Rush" in Japan, it was modified for release in America. With voicework
by the voice actors of One Piece's English dub, and the removal of several hid-
den characters that the dubbed anime had not yet introduced, "One Piece: Grand
Battle" remains largely untouched regarding the actual gameplay.
In "Grand Battle", matches are fought between two characters at a time.  The
stage on which they fight usually contains unique traps and hazards to damage
or immobilize them, as well as various containers full of helpful items.  The
combatants each have a Stamina, or life, bar and a Food Charge gauge.
Food Charges are obtained, predictably, by picking up food items such as meat
or fruit.  Once the Food Charge Bar is full, it adds one Food Charge to the
character.  The maximum is two Charges (plus a full bar).  These Charges are
used to perform powerful special attacks with a variety of effects.
1-III. Introduction to Kuro
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In an age of piracy when men let their muscles do the talking, one captain -
captain of a second-rate ship with a third-rate crew, in fact - amassed such a
terrifying reputation that the Navy trembled at the mention of his name.  Kuro
of the Black Cat Pirates, a wiry and bespectacled young man, preferred less
heavy-handed work.
Not so much leading by charisma or strength, and finding such values far too
coarse for his liking, Kuro was possessed of an intellect beyond measure.  His
battle strategies were consistently formed and reformed to suit each oncoming
foe, be it the Navy or a competing pirate crew.  With the barest of expenses,
"Kuro of the Thousand Plans" claimed riches and infamy beyond any that he or
his trusty (if slightly dim) crew had ever known.
But something happens to the geniuses of our world, something that topples them
from glory, or else the rest of us would be slaves to them now.  This schemer
of schemers, this brilliant, calculating brain proved no exception.
Kuro was getting bored.
Capture after capture, victory after victory . . . Not an artless raider alive
could match him in a battle of wits, and the Navy were hardly worth mentioning.
Pillaging was no challenge.  And so Kuro began to formulate what would become -
just as he expected - his final plan.
Faking his own death, an elaborate plot that involved the murder of an entire
Navy crew and imprisonment of one of Kuro's own men, was the first step.  The
next saw Kuro washing ashore a small island village.  A kind married couple was
quick to aid him; almost as quick as he was to kill them.  In false gratitude
he took on the identity of "Klahadore the butler", and for the next three years
put on a flawless performance of dignified care for the couple's daughter, the
sweet heiress Kaya.
At last his plan is nearing completion.  When the Black Cat Pirates return for
their captain, he will at last murder Kaya - the final piece - and take on her
inheritance, living the rest of his life in extreme comfort.  All that remains
is one girl ... and a troublesome bunch led by a boy in a straw hat ...
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PART TWO: MEET KURO
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2-I. Overview
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In hand-to-hand combat, Kuro wields a pair of unique and deadly weapons called
the Cat Claws.  Each finger of these black, furred gloves is equipped with a
full-length sword blade, able to fillet a foe in no time flat.  His greatest
asset, however, is speed - in a tight spot, Kuro is able to vanish into a vague
blur, appearing to the naked eye to "teleport" short distances.
This ability is mirrored in One Piece: Grand Battle.  His dash speed and combo
ability are top-notch, but his power is negligible; shaking this disadvantage
requires finesse.  In the hands of a smart player, Kuro can strike in the blink
of an eye and dart back to safety before the opponent knows where to look.
2-II. Movelist
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NOTE: All moves are tested against a CPU-controlled Luffy in Training Mode.  As
for the damage listings, keep in mind that a full Stamina bar is 2,000 points.
Naturally, X refers to the "X" button on the Playstation 2 controller, O to the
"O" button, /\ to "Triangle", etc.
Ground Attacks:
X = Stealth Steps, 60 damage.  A basic roundhouse kick.  Moderately fast, you
will be starting a lot of combos with this one.
XX = Cat Invitation, 100 damage.  Following Stealth Steps, Kuro spins around to
slice with his right Cat Claw. (Total 160 damage.)
XXX = Cat Pounce, 100 damage.  Kuro finishes this basic combo with a vertical
cut that launches the opponent into the air.  This is a fine way to deal damage
as well as earn a chance to run - if it hits. (Total 260 damage.)
XXO = Cat Trick, 40 - 170 damage.  One of Kuro's more intimidating moves; after
a backhand slash, he vanishes and reappears behind the opponent to inflict an
extra stab.  Continued presses of O result in as many as three extra teleport-
attacks, making Cat Trick a stylish move to pull.  But don't use it against a
block, or you'll be left wide open. (Total 330 damage.)
O = Cat Fend, 50 damage.  A weak upwards sweep that hurls the opponent into the
air.  This opens up several useful avenues of attack.
OO = Cat Fling, 60 damage.  A flipkick launches your foe even higher up. (Total
110 damage.)
OOO = Cat Turn, 190 damage.  Leaping upwards to join the skybound opponent, you
deliver several punishing cuts in a windmill of blades.  Excellent for inflict-
ing damage, but it can be hard to land if Cat Fling is unsuccessful. (Total 300
damage.)
OOX = Stealth Drop, 100 damage.  This is a fun move.  Kuro teleports just above
an airborne foe and somersaults, cleaving him/her down to earth.  Best executed
above a dangerous item or a pit to inflict added pain. (Total 210 damage.)
OX = Kitty Steps, 80 damage.  An extremely useful starter consisting of a flash
teleport straight up in order to strike from above.  Follow this with a quick
move like Stealth Steps to get another combo rolling. (Total 130 damage.)
X+O = Cat Thrust, 80 damage (Guard Crash!).  Roaring, "This is the end!", Kuro
jabs his right claw forward with puncturing force.  This smashes a guard stance
and opens the opponent up to:
X+OO or XO = Stealth Pounce, 70 damage.  With a quick turn, both Kuro and the
enemy are sent sailing straight up.  Whenever you can, follow with Cat Scoop.
Ranged Attacks:
R1+X = Stealth Slice, 80 damage.  A quick (if not especially dangerous) attack
wherein Kuro hurtles forward at blinding speed, ripping through anything in his
path.  Excellent for an opening gambit, escaping a tight spot, or stopping a
strong move, but it's terrible for combos.
R1+O = Stealth Slice, 120 damage.  Stealth Slice, performed diagonally upwards
with slightly more power and less speed.  Use it to attack a foe who's on high-
er ground.
Air Attacks:
/\+X = Cat Scoop, 70 damage.  Tack this onto the end of almost any combo - it's
stunning and accurate, and has more priority than most characters' air attacks.
/\+O = Cat Stomp, 50 damage.  Kuro executes an elegant stomp attack and bounces
off the target's head.  It's easy to land but it wouldn't kill a pillbug, so
take advantage of the boost and perform it several times in a row.
/\+X+O = Cat Cage, 10 damage.  A diagonal nose-dive that serves to set up a
ground assault.  Use it to catch an opponent off-guard, as the recovery is nil.
Throws:
[] = Catnipped, 100 damage.  Kuro chops the opponent to the side and shoots out
a powerful kick.  It sends him/her a respectable distance horizontally, but it
won't send 'em over a walled cliff.  Like all neutral grabs, Catnipped throws
backwards.
Any direction+[] = Cat Throw, 100 damage.  The enemy, suddenly caged in a wall
of blades, is thrown forward.  Use it on the block-happy.
* Specialty Attack:
R1+X+O = Stealth Walk, no damage.  Kuro's trademark move from the anime, the
Stealth Walk is his basic "teleportation" technique; he moves too quickly to be
seen.  Press R1 in conjunction with X and O to send him into a swaying trance;
press the analog stick to send him jetting off in any direction.  It's only a
short distance and does no damage, but is handy in mindgames.  If your opponent
is trying like mad to catch you, try zapping around the stage a bit. :)
2-III. Support Characters: Django, Siam and Butchie
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L1+([],[]) = Django, 5 attacks.  Summoning Kuro's first mate causes the strange-
eyed, dancing hypnotist to appear before you.  Moonwalking several steps away,
he proceeds to emit a circular rainbow wave of light that spreads outward and
disappears.  Any enemy who touches this wave instantly falls into a daze.  This
makes them absolutely defenseless and open to a combo, Super, or Secret Attack.
After five waves, Django will disappear.
Fortunately, the waves will not affect the summoner.  Unfortunately, the effect
only lasts perhaps three and a half seconds - and being struck by a second wave
in a row brings the target back to his/her senses.  So be quick, and put Django
in a strategic position where he's impossible to miss!
L1+([],[]) = Siam, 15 seconds, 150 damage per hit.  When you select Kuro as a
playable character, you're given a choice among his three supporters.  Choose
Siam to be able to summon him, a wild green-haired pirate.  After a short lull,
Siam will begin to chase the enemy.  When he gets close enough, he'll let loose
with a swing of his sharp nails. Siam cannot be destroyed and attacks will just
push him around a bit, but he will vanish when time runs out.
Call up Siam to serve as a diversion while you grab powerups. With good timing,
he can also help deal huge damage on the enemy as a tag-team partner.  If you
want him to do any damage, though, be sure that the opponent won't be able to
block his swipes.
Depletes one Food Charge.
L1+([],[]) = Butchie, 6 attacks, 250 damage per hit.  Butchie is Siam's obese
brother and appears only slightly more insane.  Clad in a purple cape, Butchie
will show off for a moment or two and then leap high into the air to crash un-
ceremoniously down onto a nearby opponent. He is slow, however, and simple to
dodge. If you summon Butchie, it's a good idea to tail the opponent and perform
Cat Thrust to break his/her guard just before he lands.
Butchie is stronger than Siam but less reliable, and you'll wanna work in sync
with him to score hits.  He will evaporate into smoke after performing six of
his body slams, a sequence taking about 18 seconds.
Depletes one Food Charge.
2-IV. Super Attacks
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L1+(X,[]) = All Means, 260 damage.  This is Kuro's only offensive Super.  He
darts straight ahead in a short-range Stealth Slice, then turns the other way
to drill into the stunned enemy.  While visually impressive, All Means is for a
Super Attack pathetically weak and has a small hit range.  Use it when the foe
is dazed and you don't want to do anything that he/she will be able to block.
L1+(X,O) = Hiding Cat, no damage.  "Can you keep up with me?!" Kuro challenges,
and in a small tornado of sword-claws, evanesces completely.  In this state he
is completely invisible; the only way to track his movements is by the small
impact bursts and puffs of dust he leaves in his wake! Hiding Cat is 15 seconds
of opportunity knocking.  Use those seconds to dash in, perform a combo, and be
gone for the retaliation.  For obvious reasons, it works better on a human opp-
onent than the CPU.  Keep in mind that when you stand still you are completely
visible until you start moving again, and the effect is shortened by damage.
2-V. Secret Attack
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L1+(O,O,[]) = Sneaky Feet > Out of the Bag Attack.  Only the initial step of
this attack is left up to you; the rest depends on the fighters' current health
levels. Sneaky Feet can be difficult to start, but let's go one step at a time.
- Stage 1: The initial blow.  Kuro vanishes into thin air, taunting "Where are
you looking?".  He soon flashes back into view behind the opponent, and pauses
in midair for about half a second before slicing downward with both claws.  It
will not work on a guard stance.  The most foolproof strategy is to first stun
the opponent with Django's hypnosis.  Once stars are dancing above his/her head,
you'll have ample time to perform the attack.  But watch out - Sneaky Feet is
easily spotted because of the golden energy Kuro will leave behind.
- Stage 2: The setup, part 1.  The characters are set against a dramatic blue
background.  Kuro sprints forward, extends his Cat Claws, and performs a one-
two slash and a kick in rapid succession.
*** If your remaining Stamina is the same as or greater than your opponent's,
this is as far as you'll get, doing minimal damage.
- Stage 3: The setup, part 2.  As the enemy looks on in horror, Kuro teleports
behind him/her, drawing furrows of pain down the back. As red numbers slam into
the screen, he adjusts his glasses: 3 ... 2 ... 1 ...!
*** If your remaining Stamina is less than that of your opponent but more than
half of it, this is as far as you'll get, doing moderate damage.
- Stage 4: The release!
*** If your stamina is at less than half of your opponent's, OR if you've found
a Diamond (which grants one free special move at no Food Charge cost, and at
full power), you'll make it all the way to see this stage.
A gentle ocean breeze wafts past, as you find yourself in a staredown. Kuro and
his unlucky foe face off at the bottom of a valley of stone.  "I tire of this
troublesome life," Kuro announces, fixing his glasses with a sweep of his palm,
and at once falls into a trance; his arms fall to his sides, narrow shoulders
taking on a rhythmic sway.
Then he is gone.
Alarmed, the hapless enemy protects himself as best he can - but to no avail.
A boulder close behind gives up the ghost, invisible blades cleaving it neatly
into five.  Deep scratches race up the cliff wall, slicing through solid stone,
tearing through the valley like a mad devil.  The enemy is helpless as he feels
Kuro's deadly claws score once, twice, thrice, four times...
And at once there he is in the sky, claws raised to deliver the killing stroke.
It lands.  The opponent keels headfirst into the stone floor, even so shredded
forming a crater the size of a small house.  "Kuro of a Thousand Plans" has
played his finest trick.
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PART THREE: USING KURO
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3-I. In General
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As a rule, Kuro can be played either defensively or offensively; never both at
once.  When it comes to trading blows, the relatively low speed of his opening
attacks will ensure that he comes out last.  When playing as Kuro, the word of
the day is STRAFE: strafing is a common tactic which boils down to running in
circles around your opponent.  Not only does it make you harder to get the jump
on, but it puts you in the best position to strike quickly.  Begin by strafing,
and continue with one of his many effective combos.
You may find Kuro's most useful move the Kitty Steps, which combine offense and
defense and put him in a wonderful position to continue your offensive. You may
also like to test your opponent with a sudden Stealth Slice.  Whatever you pick
remember that Kuro is fragile; he cannot take a sustained assault.  Every fight
as Kuro is a dance with danger, and can turn hazardous even if you're leading.
In a pinch, instead of relying on supers, call out a friend instead!  Siam and
Butchie can both cause major hurt if you work together with one of them, and
Django is your best friend if you're looking to throw out a particular move. Be
crafty, be vigilant - and most importantly, remember how incredibly awesome you
look blitzing around.
3-II. Specific Match-Ups
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Each character is different, so naturally, they each need to be handled a diff-
erent way.  This is a collection of advice on how best to take advantage of the
strengths and weaknesses of all of "Grand Battle"'s cast, using Kuro.
AGAINST LUFFY: The boy in the straw hat is an odd fighter.  His aerial attacks
are weak, but his long-range ones are very strong, so keep a stiff guard... and
speaking of which, his own block animation is rather quick, so you'll have to
catch him totally off-guard to land good hits.  Stealth Slice works well, as do
Stealth Pounce and Cat Scoop.  Try to knock him into traps and pitfalls.
AGAINST ZORO: This is a difficult battle, as Zoro has impressive attack power,
and chances are sooner or later one of those heavy hits will find their mark.
Patience is the key.  Though barnbusters like Bull Charge, Rising Phoenix and
especially Tri-Beast Requiem can deplete horrifying portions of your life bar
in no time at all, they are easily blocked.  Try to trick him into missing with
big moves and make him pay for it. Use small combos to whittle down his health;
going for broke just isn't worth the risk here.
AGAINST NAMI: Though on the ground you are vulnerable to many of Nami's rapid-
fire offensives, in the air you are simply too fast for her. Employ the Stealth
Slice and Cat Scoop maneuvers to knock her into the sky.  If you must remain
earthbound, fight defensively; strafe until she either comes after you or fires
a projectile.  In the first case, evade or stomp on her; in the second, close
in and cut her to ribbons.  A Shield powerup is ideal.
AGAINST SANJI: Sanji is an absolute terror up close.  Keep at medium range and
pepper him with whatever items you can get a hold of.  If you are forced into
close combat, use Cat Stomp as an opener and try to catch him off guard with a
good solid combo or two.  If he gets into a rhythm, he won't let go, so strike,
get out, and wait for another opening.  Summoning Siam is a great way to shake
off his relentless charging.
AGAINST ARLONG: Like you, Arlong has a choice of three chums to call upon, so
be ready to block.  Chu and his water bullets are the most dangerous, but Hachi
and Kuroobi can't match your speed.  Arlong himself is pure fishy muscle, and
his Shark and Awe attack has many variations.  Luckily for you, he has an awk-
ward style; he's not especially fast or strong and has trouble with successful
combos.  When he's gone and left himself open, be vicious.  His most dangerous
move is his Secret Attack; recognize it by the obvious golden glow, and Stealth
Slice or Stealth Walk away.
AGAINST USOPP: The tactic for besting Usopp is basically the same no matter who
you control.  Be ready to block wherever you are, because his Shuriken Shooting
Star is exceptionally annoying.  Position yourself just far enough away to hit
with Stealth Slice, and unleash the Cat Turn as soon as you stop.  If he begins
to power up a Super, IMMEDIATELY dash to the left or right.  Never be above or
directly in front of him, or you'll fall victim to his many projectiles.
AGAINST BUGGY: Don't be fooled by his looks - Buggy is a tricky warrior with
more than enough power (especially in his Chop Chop Buzzsaw) to wipe you off
the map. Never try to attack from above; he'll likely catch you. Instead, belay
his dirty fighting with patient, ground-bound combos and steady blocking.  His
Chop Chop Buggy move is surprising and unique, but block it and he's a sitting
duck for whatever punishment you choose to inflict. Chop Chop Harpoon is a very
difficult projectile to dodge; try Stealh Slicing him through it.  NEVER EVER
let him corner you.
AGAINST KRIEG: Don Krieg is one of the few opponents you will face who you can
easily outfight in close-quarters combat. His sluggish punches are no match for
any of your basic combos, and once you've struck past his guard, you can pretty
much do with him as you like. But beware his long-range moves! His Nail Shooter
(particularly the super version) is highly destructive if you don't block it,
and he will often counter an ill-timed swipe with his flamethrower.  As always,
be vigilant, and keep hammering at his high defenses to bring him down.
AGAINST CHOPPER: Chopper is not only a very tiny target, but a very mixed bag
of tricks as well. The attacks he performs in normal Brain Point form are silly
and weak, while those wherein he switches to Heavy Point form (his OOO combo,
for example, or his Guard Crash) are ludicrously strong.  Take the initiative
at once and don't allow him to break your rhythm, or he may surprise you.  His
long-range move, a triple bound in Walk Point, is weak but hard to predict.  Be
aggressive and you'll deplete his stamina faster than he can drain yours.
AGAINST MS. SUNDAY: It's important to listen to Ms. Sunday's battle cries when
you fight her; they serve as cues. "There's no escape" means she's about to use
her Bloom Bloom Fruit to attack from below, "Eight Floret... !" indicates that
a Guard Crash is coming, and so forth. Pay close attention to what she is doing
and mentally link it to her words. Ms. Sunday's submission holds are shockingly
damaging, but she cannot attack directly above her.  Try attacking with O and
delaying for a moment before continuing with Kitty Steps. This should throw her
off and give you a chance to cut her up.  But watch out for her counterattack!
AGAINST MIHAWK: Play evasively against Mihawk. His knife swings have a tendency
to interrupt your own attacks and his range beats yours to boot. He has a semi-
circular slash attack that's weak but tough to get past, so don't approach from
the front.  Kitty Steps and Stealth Slice work well, as does Cat Pounce. If you
summon a friend, be warned that his assists will probably be blocked - but with
ample time for you to slip aside and grab a powerup. Try to collect a Shield or
Diamond.
AGAINST SHANKS: Shanks is a wild and unpredictable fighter, though his best
moves (including his supers) are all orthodox enough to be blockable. Throw him
and wait till he recovers, then tear into him with a series of combos.  If you
can manage to hold him down for a half-second, use Cat Thrust to shatter his
guard and let him have it.  He likes to strafe just as much as Kuro does, so
take the initiative and attack head on before he gets a chance to unload killer
sword techniques.
AGAINST BON CLAY: Never get caught in an enclosed space with him. Bon Clay's
weird martial art has a unique timing that can be nigh-impossible to penetrate.
However, that's only when he's on the offensive!  As large as he is, most of
his attacks do little.  Search for a Sword powerup if you can find it and smash
through that annoying guard of his.  Use your hit-and-run techniques often -
there's just NOTHING more frustrating than having him punch at you with the
kind of timing that ensures you can't block or get away.  Be patient.
AGAINST CROCODILE: Battling Sir Crocodile is a Krieg fight all over again. The
only difference is, Krieg was more dangerous at a distance; Croc is terrifying
up close.  His openers, however, are thrown at a snail's pace, so you should
have no trouble blocking them.  Dive in with Stealth Slice and time your upward
O swing to catch him in a vertical combo on the way down. Watch out for his
Supers - they are the most damaging in the entire game.  What you really have
to watch out for is Sandstorm Burden, an enormous explosive tossed diagonally
down from midair.  As soon as you see his mug plastered across the screen, IMM-
EDIATELY Stealth Slice in his direction!  This should minimize the damage.
3-III. Miscellaneous
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- Kuro's throws both launch the opponent a respectable distance, Catnipped at a
more horizontal angle and Cat Throw at a more vertical one.  Use Kuro's high
speed to smoothly slip past an enemy's attack and pull him/her into a grapple.
Often, especially if the handicap is set against you, managing to toss your foe
into a pitfall will inflict palpable hurt and buy you some time.
- Kuro is a useful character in many of Usopp's minigames:
* Usopp Race: As time passes and the boats in the background race, the
five pirates surrounding you will attempt to fire their cannons. They
take three to five hits apiece to dispatch temporarily. Use Stealth
Slice to smack two or three pirates at once, and summon Siam to tag the
ones you can't get to. Each stunned pirate drops a piece of fruit, so
use them to keep summoning Siam again and again.
* Battle Bowl: Stopping power means nothing in this challenge, so Kuro's
lightning speed and versatility makes it a cinch.  Avoid Stealth Slice.
Instead, hang out near where Gaimon's shadow appears, wait for your foe
to grab him, then strike and toss Gaimon into the opposite goal. Feeling
daring?  Stand with your back to the scoring-goal and perform Catnipped
as soon as Gaimon is grabbed to toss the other team into their own goal
for triple points!
* Box Crusher: Another easy win. Choose Butchie as your partner and invoke
him to demolish entire stacks of crates with his body-slam.  Meanwhile,
Stealth Slice long rows of boxes and Cat Pounce to tear through the tall
bunches. Keep slicing and don't let anything fall on your head (as you
hit the lower boxes, that is) to finish in record time.
* Snow Shovel: Snow Shovel is an odd minigame.  Given an enormous block of
snow, your task is to clean off the platform by tossing snowballs off
the edges and melting the rest with your shoes. Begin by grabbing snow-
balls out of the initial mound and throwing 'em away, then start walking
in circles.  If more snowballs fall onto the platform, get rid of them
before they collapse into bigger piles.
* Wootz Smash: This is probably the most daunting of the tasks for Captain
Kuro, as it involves a large, dangerous foe against whom combos are near
useless.  Krieg, in addition to his normal armaments, has a Shield prot-
ection for the entire bout.  You have one minute to defeat him.  It may
be tempting not to face him directly, but don't worry about your health;
you simply don't have time.  Trap him on the floating driftwood and sum-
mon Butchie.  When he