Riki/Gameplay (XC1)

Riki is the sixth party member in Xenoblade Chronicles (or fifth, depending on whether Melia's temporary status counts). He is a jack of all trades, able to fill almost any slot in a party composition. His main strength is in damage and debuffs, with his unique support arts coming close behind. His massive HP (the highest of all party members) makes him somewhat capable of tanking, but his arts are not suited for it.

Stats
Due to Riki being short, he must swim in shallower water than other party members. This reduces his effective range when fighting near water.

Outgoing
These are the skill shapes that Riki can use to link to other party members' skills.

Incoming
These are the skill shapes that other party members can use to link to Riki's skills.

Gifting preferences
Riki's likes include green things, all sorts of food and bugs, and parts that do interesting things. His dislikes include black things, most animals, and boring parts.

Trivia

 * Originally, Riki was going to have the lowest HP of all party members. Having the highest instead was somewhat of an unplanned change that played well and stuck.
 * Yokota: Riki originally had the lowest HP, to match how he looks. So when Mr. Kojima said, "I'm giving him the most HP!", I was like, "Huh?" (laughs) But when I tried it, it didn't feel out of place. He's one tough Heropon. Kojima: I wanted to give him something unique. It makes him very satisfying to play. I hope you try it.