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Taiki Shuttle Build Guide | Uma Musume Pretty Derby

Optimized for **short-distance races**, Taiki Shuttle thrives with high Speed, strong Power, and reliable skill activation in *Umamusume: Pretty Derby*. Prioritizing Speed while maintaining her mood stability makes her a straightforward sprinter to train.

Key Stats Focus

  • Speed (700+): The top priority for maximizing performance.
  • Power (500+): Enhances starts and cornering efficiency.
  • Wit (300–400): Boosts skill activation and race stability.
  • Stamina (250–300): Minimal investment—just enough for short races.
  • Guts: Only train if using Guts-focused support cards.

Optimal Support Cards

  • 3 Speed Cards: Focus on early bond boosts and short-distance skills.
  • 1 Power Card: Choose one with strong stat events.
  • 1 Wit Card: Fine Motion or Symboli Rudolf for consistency.
  • 1 Flex Slot: Use for Friend cards, extra Power, or Wit as needed.

Training Approach

  • Prioritize Speed Early: Aim for Level 5 Speed training quickly.
  • Boost Bond Quickly: Early friendship unlocks bonus stats.
  • Multi-Support Drills: Always select drills involving 2+ support cards.
  • Minimize Resting: Use Recreation or Wit drills for mood/stamina recovery.
  • Avoid Stamina Training: Allocate turns to Speed or Power instead.

Skill Recommendations

  • Sprint Boosts: Short-distance and straight-line speed skills.
  • Start/Corner Skills: Secure early leads with front-based pacing.
  • Wit-Based Skills: Improve uptime through regular Wit training.
  • Optional Mood Skills: Use these if stability is an issue.

Race Strategy

Taiki Shuttle excels as a Leader or Betweener in short-distance turf races. Use legacy support to raise her aptitude to A, and pair her with:

  • Sakura Bakushin O
  • Haru Urara
  • Oguri Cap

Avoid long-distance or Chaser-focused legacies.

TL;DR

  • Stats: Speed (700+), Power (500+), Wit (300–400)
  • Support Cards: 3 Speed, 1 Power, 1 Wit, 1 Flex
  • Avoid Stamina/Guts: Only train Stamina if below 250
  • Mood Management: Recreation > Rest
  • Race Types: Short-distance turf races only
  • Parent Legacies: Bakushin O, Urara, Oguri Cap