In Umamusume : Pretty Derby, long-distance races are usually the hardest ones to complete, especially early in a career. Most races require a healthy balance of speed and power. But if you try that strategy in long-distance races, it’s just not going to work the way you want. Your trainee will get tired and slow down half way through the race. To survive these races, you need a ton of stamina, but also a few good stamina skills. Which ones are the best?
The most obvious first choice is Swinging Maestro. This is a very important Gold Skill that recovers endurance on turns. It’s such a good skill that if you don’t acquire it at all during a run, your career will probably suffer. Only a few trainees have access to this skill natively, but you can acquire it by using the Piece of Mind Super Creek Support Card. This has been one of the best Support Cards since the game launched because the skill is so good for long-distance runners.
But there are other great skills that you can stack for long-distance races. Gourmand is another good Gold Skill that recovers stamina mid-race. This skill works great for Pace-Chasers, and can be acquired with the Special Week and Oguri Cap Support Cards. Another big skill is Adrenaline Rush. This skill recovers stamina when you’re running low, and can be acquired with the Rice Shower Support Card.
Having at least one of these skills can drastically increase your chances of winning long-distance races. You’ll need a lot of skill points and luck to be able to get multiple of them, but it will definitely be worth it. There are also a few simpler skills like Deep Breaths, Extra Tank, and Long Corners. Balancing these skills with your stats will go a long way.