Persona 5 Royal
Persona 5 Royal

Characters & Confidants

Build strong bonds in Persona 5 Royal. Learn about key characters and how the Confidant system unlocks powerful skills and story progression.

Characters & Confidants

Persona 5 Royal boasts a rich cast of characters, each with their own compelling story arcs and unique relationships that Joker can forge. The Confidant system is central to the game, allowing players to deepen bonds with these individuals, unlocking powerful abilities and gaining valuable insights into their lives and the world of Persona 5.

From the core members of the Phantom Thieves to the various allies Joker meets throughout Tokyo, each Confidant offers a distinct set of benefits. Maxing out a Confidant often grants powerful passive skills, new Persona fusions, or unique support abilities that can sificantly impact combat and exploration. The progression of these relationships is tied to spending time with characters, making the right dialogue choices, and sometimes completing specific quests.

Key Confidant Arcanas and Their Benefits:

  • The Fool (Joker): Represents Joker's own growth and progression through the story.
  • The Magician (Morgana): Unlocks skills that enhance Morgana's combat effectiveness.
  • The Priestess (Makoto Niijima): Grants powerful defensive and support abilities.
  • The Lovers (Ann Takamaki): Enhances Ann's offensive capabilities and support skills.
  • The Chariot (Ryuji Sakamoto): Unlocks powerful physical attack skills and Baton Pass upgrades.
  • The Hermit (Futaba Sakura): Provides crucial intel and debuffing abilities.
  • The Strength (Justine & Caroline): Enhances Persona fusion capabilities.
  • The Justice (Goro Akechi): Unlocks unique combat and social skills related to Akechi.
  • The Councillor (Takuto Maruki): Offers powerful healing and support abilities, especially in the third semester.

Beyond the core gameplay benefits, each Confidant's story provides a deeper understanding of the game's themes, exploring issues of societal pressure, personal identity, and the pursuit of justice. Investing time in these relationships is essential for a truly complete and rewarding Persona 5 Royal experience.