Makoto Niijima: Queen

Makoto Niijima is a Confidant in Persona 5 Royal, representing the Priestess Arcana. Building your relationship with Makoto unlocks valuable abilities and story elements. She is one of several characters you can choose to romance, offering unique interactions and a Shelf Decoration if romanced, though the decision to romance any character is entirely up to your personal preference.

Makoto Niijima's Confidant link is associated with the Priestess Arcana. As you deepen your bond with her, you will gain access to various benefits that can assist you in your Phantom Thief activities. While the specific abilities gained at each rank are not detailed in the provided source material, investing time in her Confidant is generally beneficial.

Regarding romance options, Makoto is a potential candidate. Some players may find her personality to be "a little too dominant." However, the choice of who to romance is personal. The guide mentions that romancing Kawakami and Takemi offers specific in-game rewards (a Shelf Decoration for Kawakami and finishing Takemi's romance at night), but no such unique reward is explicitly stated for Makoto in the provided text. Therefore, if you are not prioritizing specific Shelf Decorations, you are free to romance Makoto based on your preference.