Gold City Authentic/1928 is a confident Late Surger and Pace Chaser who thrives in Mile races and performs well in Medium and Long distances with proper training. Her balanced stats and Power/Guts growth make her a specialist in steady comebacks and late-race breakthroughs.
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Overview and Skills
| Base Stats 3* | Base Stats 5* | |
| 89 | 109 | |
| 92 | 113 | |
| 94 | 114 | |
| 92 | 112 | |
| 83 | 102 |
Aptitudes
| Surface | Turf: A | Dirt: D | ||
| Distance | Sprint: F | Mile: A | Medium: B | Long: B |
| Strategy | Front: F | Pace: A | Late: A | End: F |
Growth Rate
| 0 | 0 | 10% | 20% | 0 |
Skills
Unique Skill - KEEP IT REAL
- Gradually increases acceleration when making a move from midpack in the second half of the race.
Innate Skills
- Hanshin Racecourse ○: Improves performance on Hanshin tracks.
- Watchful Eye: Reduces fatigue when positioned near the back early in Mile races.
- Slick Surge: Slightly increases acceleration during the final stretch (Late Surger).
Awakening Skills and Materials Needed
- Slipstream (Lv 2): Reduces wind resistance when following another runner.
- Keen Eye (Lv 3): Decreases early fatigue in Mile races.
- Acceleration (Lv 4): Boosts acceleration when overtaking mid-race.
- On Your Left! (Lv 5): Increases acceleration in late-race surges.
Event Skills
- Unyielding Spirit: Slightly improves overtaking ability in Mile races.
Gold City’s kit focuses on consistent acceleration and fatigue control, letting her launch confident bursts in the second half without losing stability.
Career Objectives
Her career path progresses through Japan’s top G1 events. Below is the detailed objective list with turns and requirements:
Participate in the Junior Make DebutTurn 12Junior Class, Late JuneTurf – 1500m – Mile | |
Place 5th or better in the Hanshin Juvenile FilliesTurn 23 Junior Class, Early DecemberG1 – Turf – 1600m – Mile | |
Place 5th or better in the Satsuki ShoTurn 31 Classic Class, Early AprilG1 – Turf – 2000m – Medium | |
Place 5th or better in the Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby)Turn 34 Classic Class, Late MayG1 – Turf – 2400m – Medium | |
Place 3rd or better in the Kikuka ShoTurn 44 Classic Class, Late OctoberG1 – Turf – 3000m – Long | |
Place 3rd or better in the Arima KinenTurn 48 Classic Class, Late DecemberG1 – Turf – 2500m – Long | |
Place 3rd or better in the Osaka HaiTurn 54 Senior Class, Late MarchG1 – Turf – 2000m – Medium | |
Place 3rd or better in the Tenno Sho (Spring)Turn 56 Senior Class, Late AprilG1 – Turf – 3200m – Long | |
Place 3rd or better in the Takarazuka KinenTurn 60 Senior Class, Late JuneG1 – Turf – 2200m – Medium | |
Place 1st in the Japan CupTurn 70 Senior Class, Late NovemberG1 – Turf – 2400m – Medium |
Ideal Stats & Training Builds
Mile
| Pace Chaser | Late Surger | |
| 1000+ | 1000+ | |
| 600+ | 400+ | |
| 500+ | 900+ | |
| Optional | Optional | |
| 500+ | 400+ |
Medium
| Pace Chaser | Late Surger | |
| 1000+ | 1000+ | |
| 700+ | 500+ | |
| 600+ | 900+ | |
| Optional | Optional | |
| 450+ | 450+ |
Long
| Pace Chaser | Late Surger | |
| 1000+ | 1000+ | |
| 900+ | 700+ | |
| 600+ | 900+ | |
| Optional | Optional | |
| 450+ | 350+ |
Gold City’s speed should always exceed 1000 for competitive races. Pace Chasers need higher stamina for sustained pressure, while Late Surgers can rely on Power to burst through traffic near the end. Wit increases skill activation, and Guts remains a low priority in the current meta.
Recommended Support Cards
Her training benefits from Speed and Stamina supports, backed by Power cards for stronger acceleration. Adding a Wit card ensures better consistency and timing of skills.
Recommended Options:
- Kitasan Black (Speed): Core speed and meta speed support.
- Tokai Teio (Speed): Provides key skills for Pace Chaser and Late Surger builds.
- Special Week (Speed): Grants strong recovery and acceleration skills such as “Gourmand.”
- Super Creek (Stamina): Adds the essential “Swinging Maestro” for stable endurance.
- Mejiro McQueen (Stamina): Ideal for Medium and Long-distance setups.
- Vodka (Power): Excellent Power scaling and valuable offensive skills.
Suggested Formations:
- Mile builds: 3 Speed, 2 Stamina, 1 Power/Wit
- Medium builds: 3 Speed, 2 Stamina, 1 Wit
- Long builds: 3 Speed, 3 Stamina
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Training Strategy
- Early Phase: Build friendship with supports early to trigger rainbow training bonuses.
- Mid Phase: Focus on Speed training and aim to clear key G1 events.
- Late Phase: Strengthen any underdeveloped stats before major finals.
- Skill Planning: Mix stamina recovery and acceleration skills to complement “KEEP IT REAL.”
Inheritance Tips: Select parents with strong Speed or Power sparks. Select high white spark counts for improved skill hints and enhanced compatibility at longer distances.
Balanced training ensures Gold City scales well across different race types, letting her adapt between Mile and Medium brackets.
Should You Pull for Gold City Authentic/1928?
Pros:
- Flexible Late Surger and Pace Chaser hybrid.
- Consistent acceleration with her unique skill.
- Excellent Power and Guts growth for smooth stat scaling.
- Multiple viable training paths and race adaptability.
Cons:
- Demands stamina management to maintain peak efficiency.
- Late-game surges can be RNG-reliant in heavy traffic.
- Requires good Speed supports to compensate for 0% growth.
Gold City offers both power and flair. Players who enjoy tactical races and comeback potential will find her an excellent addition to their roster.
Conclusion
Gold City Authentic/1928 exemplifies confidence and rhythm in every stride. Her “KEEP IT REAL” skill mirrors her personality—steady, stylish, and determined. With the right balance of Power and stamina, she’s capable of thrilling victories in any lineup.
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