Greetings Trainers! Matikanefukukitaru [Lucky Tidings] is a cheerful fortune-teller who leaves her fate, and her races, to luck. Guided by faith and positivity, Matikane believes fortune will favor her as long as she keeps running. Matikane’s whimsical personality and strong spirit make her a fun and rewarding Umamusume trainee.
This guide explains how to train Matikanefukukitaru efficiently and highlights her optimal builds, career path, and support setups to help her shine in both story and PvP races.
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Overview and Skills
Base Stats (3 Star) | Base Stats (5 Star) | |
| 87 | 106 | |
| 100 | 122 | |
| 94 | 115 | |
| 94 | 115 | |
| 75 | 92 |
Aptitudes
Surface | Turf A | Dirt F | ||
Distance | Short F | Mile C | Medium A | Long A |
Strategy | Front G | Pace B | Late A | End F |
Growth Rates
| 0% | 10% | 0% | 10% | 10% |
Skills
Unique Skill | ||
| Bountiful Harvest | Increases velocity with a surge of great fortune when pressured by another runner toward the back in the second half of the race. | |
Innate Skills | ||
| Right Handed ○ | Moderately increase performance on right-handed tracks. | |
| Slick Surge | Slightly increase acceleration late-race. (Late Surger) | |
| Pressure | Slightly increase velocity when passing another runner late-race. (Long) | |
Awakening Skills | ||
| Inside Scoop (Lvl 2) | Slightly increase velocity when near the inner rail on the final corner. (Long) | |
| Overwhelming Pressure (Lvl 3) | Increase velocity when passing another runner late-race. (Long) | |
| Kyoto Racecourse (Lvl 4) | Moderately increase performance at Kyoto Racecourse. | |
| Innate Experience (Lvl 5) | Increase velocity when near the inner rail on the final corner. (Long) | |
Event Skills | ||
| Hesitant Front Runners | Slightly decrease velocity of front-runners late race. | |
| Lucky Seven | Moderately good things may happen when in bracket 7. | |
| Slick Surge | Slightly increase acceleration late race. (Late Surger) | |
Matikanefukukitaru’s kit focuses on velocity. She performs best as a Late Surger in Long races, using her velocity buffs and course-specific bonuses to finish with style.
Career Objectives
Objectives | |
Participate in the Junior Make Debut Turn 12 Junior Class, Late June Turf – 2000m – Medium | |
Place 5th or better in the Yayoi Sho Turn 29 Classic Class, Early March G2 – Turf – 2000m – Medium | |
Place 5th or better in the Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby) Turn 34 Classic Class, Late May G1 – Turf – 2400m – Medium | |
Place 3rd or better in the Kikuka Sho Turn 44 Classic Class, Late October G1 – Turf – 3000m – Long | |
Place 3rd or better in the Kinko Sho Turn 53 Senior Class, Early March G2 – Turf – 2000m – Medium | |
Place 3rd or better in the Takarazuka Kinen Turn 60 Senior Class, Late June G1 – Turf – 2200m – Medium | |
Place 2nd or better in the Hakodate Kinen Turn 61 Senior Class, Early July G3 – Turf – 2000m – Medium | |
Place 1st in the Arima Kinen Turn 72 Senior Class, Late December G1 – Turf – 2500m – Long | |
Ideal Stats & Training Builds
Medium Distance Recommended Stats | ||||
| 1000+ | 900 | 700 | 300 | 400 |
Long Distance Recommended Stats | ||||
| 1000+ | 1000+ | 800 | 350 | 450 |
For pace chasers, focus on higher stamina to sustain longer accelerations. Late surgers, however, require strong Power and Wit to break through during the final stretch. Recovery and acceleration skills are essential, and invest in at least one gold recovery for Medium races and two for Long races.
Recommended Support Cards and Deck Build
Recommended Support Cards | ||
| Kitasan Black (Speed) | Top-tier speed card with easy rainbow triggers and strong skills. | |
| Nice Nature (Wit) | On Your Left!, a premium gold acceleration skill for Late Surgers. | |
| Super Creek (Stamina) | Grants Swinging Maestro, one of the best gold recovery skills. | |
| Riko Kashimoto (Pal) | Offers Rushing Gale!, a strong acceleration skill, and excellent stat bonuses. | |
| Winning Ticket (Stamina) | Adds reliable acceleration and Late Surger synergy. | |
| Fine Motion (Wit) | Excellent passive bonuses and consistent Wit support. | |
| Rice Shower (Power) | Very good power card, and also gives Swinging Maestro. | |
| Vodka (Power) | Great Power card with a gold recovery skill and strong event bonuses. | |
Suggested Deck Builds
- 3 Speed / 2 Stamina / 1 Wit or Pal (Medium)
- 3 Speed / 3 Stamina (Long)
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Training Strategy
Matikanefukukitaru performs best as a Late Surger for Long-distance races. Many of her skills, such as Pressure and Inside Scoop, work better in longer distances where positioning and endurance matter most.
Focus on Skill Levels - Her Lv. 3 skill, Overwhelming Pressure, and Lv. 5 Innate Experience are key to winning races. The Kyoto Racecourse ○ skill adds stamina benefits during G1 Kyoto races like Tenno Sho (Spring) and Kikuka Sho.
Manage Recovery - Matikanefukukitaru lacks innate recovery skills, so prioritize supports like Super Creek or Rice Shower to ensure she can sustain her pace. Skills such as Swinging Maestro and Cooldown are critical for Long races.
FINAL TIP: Maintain her Great mood and focus on balanced Speed and Stamina sessions. Her luck-based events can swing between large stat gains or small boosts, but consistent training ensures she capitalizes on the good outcomes.
Should You Pull for Matikanefukukitaru?
Matikanefukukitaru [Lucky Tidings] excels as a Late Surger specialist for Long races. She shines in teams that value steady pacing and clutch finishes. While her reliance on luck-based events can feel inconsistent, her strong acceleration and race adaptability make her a valuable addition to any stable.
Pros
- Good stat growth
- Very good Long-distance runner
- Lots of velocity skills
Cons
- No built-in recovery skill
- Dependent on support cards for consistency
In Team Trials and Championship races, she is a very strong long-distance late surger capable of winning consistently.
Conclusion
Matikanefukukitaru embodies optimism, perseverance, and the joy of believing in one’s destiny. Her balance of stamina, power, and charm makes her a captivating Uma to nurture. With the right support cards and a consistent training routine, she can transform luck into power and finish every race with flair.
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