Tae Takemi (Death)

Tae Takemi (Death)

Dr. Tae Takemi, the Death Confidant, is a recurring character in Persona 5 Royal who runs a clinic in Yongen-Jaya. Her Confidant arc delves into her struggles as a doctor dealing with experimental treatments and the ethical dilemmas she faces. Maxing out her Confidant provides access to powerful healing items and unique combat benefits.

Tae's Confidant becomes available early in the game after Joker visits her clinic for the first time. She can be found at her clinic during the daytime. To advance her rank, Joker must spend time with her, often involving helping her with her research or dealing with the consequences of her experimental treatments. Dialogue choices are important for maximizing relationship points.

As the Death Confidant progresses, Tae offers Joker access to increasingly potent medical supplies that can be purchased from her clinic. These items include powerful healing items, status ailment cures, and even items that can restore SP. The higher her rank, the better the items she offers, making her clinic an essential stop for replenishing resources.

Gifts can be given to Tae to help speed up her Confidant progression. She appreciates items that are useful for her research or that help her relax. However, her dialogue and the choices made during her events are typically more impactful for rank increases.

Maxing out the Death Confidant is crucial for efficient dungeon crawling. The ability to purchase powerful healing and SP-restoring items from her clinic can sificantly reduce the need for consumable items and allow for longer, more productive exploration sessions. Her Confidant also provides a glimpse into the challenges faced by medical professionals.