Matikanefukukitaru in Uma Musume: Pretty Derby is a quirky Medium and Long-distance Pace Chaser who relies on luck and stamina to pull through. Her skills are RNG-heavy, making her inconsistent, but with the right build, she can win URA Finals and some PvP races. Here’s how to train her effectively.

Overview

  • Distances: Medium (A), Long (A), Mile (C), Short (F)
  • Track: Turf (A), Dirt (F)
  • Strategies: Pace Chaser (B), Late Surger (A), avoid Leader/Front
  • Stat Bonuses: +20% Stamina, +10% Wit
  • Unique Skill: Come, good fortune! / Rising Luck ☆ Flood of Happiness – Clears a path late-race when blocked, boosting acceleration. Best for Late Surger.
  • Key Notes: Best as a Late Surger in Medium/Long races. Her stamina bonus helps, but random skill triggers and average stats need careful planning.

Stat Goals

  • Speed: 850–1000+ to keep up in Medium races and avoid falling too far back in Long races.
  • Stamina: 500–550 (Medium), 650+ (Long). Her 20% Stamina bonus helps hit these targets.
  • Power: 450–500+ for lane switches and late surges.
  • Wit: 300–400 for skill activation, aided by her 10% Wit bonus.
  • Guts: 250 max, only if using a Guts deck for late-race stamina.

Running Style Strategy
  • Medium/Long Races: Use Late Surger. Stay mid-to-back, then surge late with Rising Luck. Needs recovery skills and Wit (300+).
  • Pace Chaser: Works in Medium races if Late Surger is crowded. Stay mid-pack and push late. Avoid Leader/Front; they don’t suit her.

Recommended Skills

  • Healing (Blue): Swinging Maestro (Super Creek), Tempo Up, Corner Recovery to stretch her stamina.
  • Positioning/Acceleration: Lucky Seven (innate), Short Rest (innate), Blind Spot (innate), Surge Ahead (awakening), Path Clearer (awakening) for late-race boosts.
  • Debuffs (Red): Interference or Slow Down to disrupt rivals in PvP.

Support Card Setup

  • 3 Speed Cards: Silence Suzuka, Sweep Tosho, or Maruzensky (SSR) for Speed and friendship boosts.
  • 1 Stamina Card: Super Creek (SSR) for Swinging Maestro and stamina support.
  • 1 Wit Card: Fine Motion (SSR) for skill triggers and mood stability.
  • 1 Power Card: Winning Ticket (SSR) or Nice Nature (SR) for late-race surges.

Training Tips

  • Year 1: Build support card bonds (80% for rainbow training). Focus Speed and Stamina, some Wit. Enter G1 races for fans/skill points.
  • Year 2: Push Speed (700–800), Stamina (450–550), Power (400–450). Use summer camp for level 5 training. Grab recovery skills.
  • Year 3: Hit Speed 850+, Stamina 550–650+, Power 450+, Wit 300–400. Aim for 120k fans and level up Rising Luck.
  • Mood/Injury: Keep Wit at 300+ for mood stability. Rest sparingly, use Infirmary for injuries. Pick energy-restoring event options (e.g., summer camp prep).
  • Races: Prioritize G1 races (60k fans by Feb Year 3, 120k by Dec). Use GameTora for Medium/Long G1s.
  • Legacy: Pair with Mejiro McQueen or Gold Ship for Medium/Long aptitude and Stamina boosts. Use trained Matikanefukukitaru for 3☆ sparks (600+ stats).