Guts might not get the love it deserves in Umamusume: Pretty Derby, often overshadowed by flashier stats like Speed or Power. But don’t sleep on it—Guts helps your uma push through late-race acceleration, shrug off fatigue, and battle for position. Even if Guts cards aren’t the star of the URA Finals Scenario, they’re set to shine in future updates. Here’s a rundown of the five best Guts Support Cards you should hold onto for your builds instead of trading them for Cleats. These are must-haves for optimizing your Umamusume Guts training strategy.

 

1) SSR Mejiro Palmer

Mejiro Palmer Best Guts Support Cards In Umamusume

Ideal For:
Long, Front Runner

Mejiro Palmer is a powerhouse for Umamusume Pretty Derby Guts Support Cards. With a 65 Specialty Training priority, a 35% Friendship Training bonus, and a 40% Mood effect, she’s built for top-tier Guts training. Her skills are all about Front Runners, with handy passives like Front Runner Savvy and Lone Wolf. The real gem is her rare skill, Vanguard Spirit, which boosts velocity when your uma is way ahead mid-race. This skill lasts 3 seconds, sometimes carrying into the final stretch, giving Front Runners a killer edge for the last sprint.

2) SSR Special Week

Special Week Best Guts Support Cards In Umamusume

Ideal For:
Medium, Long, Pace Chaser, Late Surger

SSR Special Week is a beast for versatile Umamusume Guts training. Her rare skill, In Body and Mind, ramps up velocity during the final spurt, making it a game-changer for any distance or running style. She also offers Late Surger Savvy and Outer Swell for Late Surgers, plus Steadfast and Extra Tank for Medium and Long races. With level 2 skill hints at a 40% frequency, your trainee is almost guaranteed to pick up these skills, making her one of the best Guts cards Umamusume has to offer.

3) SSR Ines Fujin

Ines Fujin Best Guts Support Cards In Umamusume 1

Ideal For:
Mile, Medium, Long, Front Runner

Ines Fujin is a solid pick for Front Runner-focused Umamusume Pretty Derby Guts Support Cards. She boasts a high Specialty Priority for Guts training and level 3 hints for Front Runner skills. Her rare skill, Restless, recovers Stamina on uphill sections—super useful since every track has at least one. Skills like Fast-Paced, Playtime’s Over!, and Slipstream help your uma seize and hold the lead, making her a great fit for Mile, Medium, and Long races.

4) SSR Grass Wonder

Grass Wonder Best Guts Support Cards In Umamusume

Ideal For:
Mile, Late Surger

Grass Wonder brings a nice mix of Speed and debuffer skills, perfect for Late Surger builds in Mile races. Her rare skill, Furious Feat, boosts velocity late in the race when your uma is trailing, which is clutch for Mile events. Her training bonuses support balanced stat growth, so she’s a great addition to decks where Guts isn’t the main focus but still needs a boost. For Umamusume Guts training, she’s a reliable, well-rounded choice.

5) SR Air Groove

Air Groove Best Guts Support Cards In Umamusume 4

Ideal For:
Medium, All Running Styles

SR Air Groove is a budget-friendly gem among best Guts cards Umamusume players can use. She’s surprisingly versatile, offering solid acceleration and debuffer skills. While she doesn’t stack up to SSRs in raw stats, her high Specialty Priority in Guts training and frequent skill hints make her a smart pick for resource-conscious players. Look out for skills like Straightaway Acceleration, Go with the Flow, Pace Strategy, and Flustered End Closers to give your uma an edge.