Tokai Teio build guide in Umamusume Pretty Derby

Among the diverse cast of horse girls in Umamusume Pretty Derby with their unique backstories and racing specialties, Tokai Teio emerged as a fan-favorite determined racer. Tokai Teio isn’t just a cult favorite, she’s a potent medium-to-long-distance runner with the potential to become a force of nature once properly trained. This guide dissects how to turn Teio into a title threat, stat emphasis, race tactics, support composition, and skill synergy.

Understanding Teio's Racing StyleTeio excels at medium (1600–2200m) and long-distance (2400–3200m) races with an affinity for Leader positions. Her AI gleams the most when she leads but keeps enough in reserve to really hammer it home in the end. That is, your Teio needs to always be in a good mood. A high motivation level can seriously affect performance, particularly in races such as the URA Finals or Champion’s Meeting.


How to BuildWho cares about balance, Speed is your primary deity on Teio. I’d shoot for 700+ Speed by the end of training so that she can compete with the lead runners.

After Speed is controlled, focus on Power. Power influences acceleration and cornering, crucial for Teio’s Leader position. A Teio that’s properly powered won’t drop speed around curves or when it shifts gears in mid-race.


Building your ultimate training deckYour deck should be built around Teio’s core strengths

• 3 Speed Cards: To hit that crucial speed cap asap. Cards such as Kitasan Black, Narita Brian (Speed type) are great.
• 2 Stamina Cards: Employ healing heroes such as Super Creek to double down on stamina recovery and passive restoration abilities.
• 1 Flex Slot (Power or Wit): Choose depending on which stat you’re trailing in. If you’ve developed speed quickly, Power could be the jolt she requires. If her racing IQ is low, opt for a Wisdom card such as Agnes Tachyon.
  

Skills & InheritanceSince Teio is a Leader, focus on Leader-style skills that improve pace, steadiness and positioning. Consider Front Runner, Concentration, and Runner’s High. Second Wind or Vital Gear-type skills keep her stamina alive in long hauls.

For legacy, synergy is essential. Special Week, Mejiro McQueen, and Super Creek are fantastic legacy picks, providing boosts to stamina recovery, long-distance adaptability and capturing skills you won’t find in her native pool.