* Support Characters: You can select a "Support" character from your roster to assist you during battle. These are separate from your main character and can be swapped out between rounds.
* Support Actions: During battles, your support character can perform various actions, like providing a buff (increased attack, defense, etc.) or launching a special attack that can significantly impact the fight.
* Friendship Points: You earn "Friendship Points" (FP) by fighting alongside certain characters. These points unlock special "Support Skills" for that character, increasing their effectiveness in combat.
* Building Relationships: Though not as complex as true friendship mechanics, the Support system encourages players to experiment with different character combinations and find pairings they enjoy.
* No True Dialogue or Interactions: While you build FP and unlock Support Skills, there's no real dialogue or interaction between characters outside of the battle context.
In essence, the Support system in Naruto Storm 2 simulates friendship through gameplay mechanics. It doesn't offer the emotional depth or narrative significance of a true friendship system, but it does add a strategic layer to combat and encourages experimentation with different team compositions.
It's also worth noting that the "Support" system was significantly improved in subsequent Naruto Storm titles, adding more character interactions and depth to the concept.