Haru Okumura (Empress Confidant)
Haru Okumura, the 'Empress' of the Phantom Thieves, is a kind-hearted and elegant young woman with a hidden rebellious streak. As the heir to a massive agricultural corporation, she initially struggles with her predetermined path and desires freedom. Her Confidant, 'Empress,' focuses on her journey of self-discovery and her growing assertiveness, both in her personal life and as a Phantom Thief.
Unlocking Haru's Confidant requires progressing through the main story until you reach her Palace. Once her Confidant is available, you can spend time with her to increase her rank. Haru's Confidant abilities are primarily focused on improving your support capabilities in combat, making her an even more valuable ally. These skills often involve enhancing your ability to exploit enemy weaknesses, recover SP, or gain advantages during battles.
Confidant Abilities
Haru's Confidant abilities are invaluable for any player looking to optimize their combat effectiveness. They are desed to complement her role as a supportive attacker and provide strategic advantages.
| Rank | Ability Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | None (Automatic) | Unlocks Haru as a Confidant. |
| 2 | Soul Food | Allows you to order custom meals at Leblanc that restore HP and SP for the whole party. |
| 3 | Soul Food 2 | Further enhances the restorative effects of Soul Food. |
| 4 | Soul Food 3 | Maximizes the restorative effects of Soul Food. |
| 5 | Bombmaker | Allows Haru to craft bombs that can be used in combat. |
| 6 | Bombmaker 2 | Enhances the effectiveness of Haru's crafted bombs. |
| 7 | Bombmaker 3 | Maximizes the effectiveness of Haru's crafted bombs. |
| 8 | Late Bloomers | Allows Haru to use her skills to recover SP for the entire party during battle. |
| 9 | Late Bloomers 2 | Further enhances Haru's SP recovery ability. |
| 10 | Late Bloomers 3 | Maximizes Haru's SP recovery ability, making her an excellent support. |
Romance Option
Haru is one of the romanceable characters in Persona 5 Royal. To pursue a romance with her, you must reach Rank 9 of her Confidant and then choose the correct dialogue options when prompted. Successfully romancing Haru unlocks special scenes and dialogue, deepening your connection with her. Her journey is one of finding her voice and asserting her independence, making her a compelling character to pursue romantically.