Should You Pull? Hishi Amazon & Bamboo Memory SSR Breakdown

Summary

In this video, the creator evaluates upcoming banners in Uma Musume, focusing on whether players should pull for specific characters and cards. Hei Amazon is recommended for fans who enjoy her design, with her unique skill excelling on long final straights, but she’s not a top-tier meta choice. Bamboo Memory is largely underwhelming, offering limited value even at max limit break. Shinko Windy, however, is highlighted as a strong SR speed card, particularly beneficial for new accounts and race-focused scenarios. Overall, the video guides players on prioritizing pulls, balancing personal preference with strategic value, and planning for future major banners.

Takeaways

• 😀 Pull characters you like personally rather than just chasing meta cards.
• 😀 Hishi Amazon is a niche encloser with 20% power growth and 10% guts; best for medium-distance tracks.
• 😀 Hishi Amazon’s unique skill, 'You and Me, One-on-One,' activates on the final straight when passing another runner, ideally from 4th position or lower.
• 😀 Recommended tracks for Hishi Amazon include Tokyo Racecourse 2000m and several dirt tracks like Oi and Kawasaki for late acceleration boosts.
• 😀 Bamboo Memory is a weak SR power card with limited overall effectiveness; mainly useful for borrowing late-surging, mild-distance runners.
• 😀 Bamboo Memory’s key strength is providing hints and the rare velocity skill 'Rising Dragon,' but she is not a strong card at zero or max limit break.
• 😀 Shinko Windy is a strong SR speed card with 37.5% friendship bonus, 5% training effectiveness, and 30% mood effect.
• 😀 Shinko Windy excels in race-focused scenarios due to her 10% race bonus and initial speed, making her valuable in 'Make a New Track' scenarios.
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• 😀 Shinko Windy has situational skills like 'Hesitant Front Runners' and 'Unyielding Spirit,' useful for Cancer Cup but not critical overall.
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• 😀 Pulling or whaling for Hishi Amazon or Bamboo Memory is generally not recommended, but Shinko Windy is worth rerolling for on new accounts.

Q & A

Should I pull for Hishi Amazon?

It depends on whether you like the character. Hishi Amazon has some interesting traits, like her design and unique skills, but she isn't considered meta. If you’re a fan of her, then it’s worth pulling, but if you’re looking for a strong meta character, you might want to skip her.

What makes Hishi Amazon's unique skill 'You and Me, One-on-One' effective?

Her unique skill activates on the final straight when she's passing another runner. It's most effective on tracks with long straights, like the Tokyo racecourse or dirt tracks where there's room for acceleration to build up before reaching top speed.

Is Hishi Amazon suitable for all types of tracks?

No, Hishi Amazon excels on medium-distance tracks, and especially on dirt tracks, where long straightaways allow her unique skill to shine. She might also work in some mild tracks, but her effectiveness is more limited elsewhere.

Should I pull for the Bamboo Memory and Shinko Windy banner?

For most players, it's not recommended. Bamboo Memory is a mediocre card with limited appeal unless you're specifically raising a late-surger for mild distance tracks. Shinko Windy, on the other hand, is a good SR speed card, but since it will eventually return in future banners, there's no real urgency to pull for it now.

Why is Bamboo Memory considered a poor card?

Bamboo Memory lacks specialty priority and doesn’t offer any mood effect, which means it’s not very effective at boosting training. It also has a weak race bonus and only provides hints that are useful in very specific situations, making it a subpar choice for most players.

What is Bamboo Memory’s strength?

Bamboo Memory's main strength lies in her hints. At max potential, she offers up to 40% hint chance, which can be valuable when raising certain characters, especially those focusing on late-surge skills. However, as a card, her overall value is limited.

What makes Shinko Windy a strong SR speed card?

Shinko Windy offers excellent training bonuses, with 37.5% friendship bonus and 5% training effectiveness, making her a solid stat stick. Her 30% mood effect also contributes to her strong performance. Additionally, her race bonus and initial speed are great for scenarios like the upcoming 'Make a New Track' event.

Why is Shinko Windy important for the 'Make a New Track' scenario?

Shinko Windy is particularly valuable in the 'Make a New Track' scenario because of her 10% race bonus and high initial speed, both of which are crucial for succeeding in race-focused events. These attributes make her a standout card for any race-intensive situations.

Is it worth re-rolling for Shinko Windy in the early game?

Yes, if you're starting a new account, re-rolling for Shinko Windy can be a good choice. Her powerful SR speed card, especially if maxed out, can help boost your progress significantly early on. However, it’s not necessary to chase her if you’re further along in the game.

What should players focus on when considering whether to pull on the Bamboo Memory and Shinko Windy banner?

Players should consider their current needs and progression. If you're new to the game and need strong SR cards like Shinko Windy, the banner might be worth considering. However, if you're an experienced player, it’s better to wait for future banners, as both cards will eventually return in regular pulls.