Persona 5 Royal: Goro Akechi (Justice Confidant)
Goro Akechi, the charismatic detective prince, is a pivotal character in Persona 5 Royal, both in the narrative and as a Confidant. His Justice Arcana offers powerful combat abilities and insights into the game's darker themes. Understanding his schedule and how to deepen your bond with him is crucial for unlocking his full potential and experiencing the game's expanded story content.
Akechi's Confidant is unique as it progresses through story events and specific hangouts. His availability is limited, and his ranks often unlock new combat skills or passive abilities that can sificantly aid Joker in battle. Building this relationship not only strengthens your team but also provides a deeper understanding of Akechi's complex character and his role in the Phantom Thieves' journey.
Unlocking and Ranking Up the Justice Confidant:
Akechi's Confidant automatically begins to form as you progress through the main story. However, to maximize his potential and unlock all his abilities, you'll need to actively seek him out for hangouts. His availability is tied to specific story beats and locations, primarily around Shibuya.
Key Ranks and Abilities:
- Rank 1 (Automatic): Begins the Justice Confidant.
- Rank 2: Grants Hostile Break, increasing the chance of inflicting status ailments on enemies.
- Rank 4: Unlocks Lucky Punch, a skill that has a chance to instantly defeat weaker enemies.
- Rank 6: Grants Critical Boost, increasing the critical hit rate of your attacks.
- Rank 8: Unlocks Second Chance, a skill that automatically revives Joker once if he falls in battle.
- Rank 10 (Max): Unlocks Third Eye, allowing you to see enemy weaknesses and hidden items more easily. This rank also unlocks the ultimate Justice Persona, Metatron.
Romancing Akechi:
In Persona 5 Royal, Goro Akechi is a romanceable Confidant. To pursue a romantic relationship, you must choose specific dialogue options during your hangouts that express romantic interest. Successfully reaching the maximum rank with Akechi as a romance option will unlock unique scenes and dialogue.
Best Dialogue Choices for Ranking Up:
When hanging out with Akechi, choosing the correct dialogue options is essential for maximizing the relationship points gained. While specific choices can vary slightly, generally, showing understanding, intellectual curiosity, and a shared sense of justice will yield the best results. For instance, agreeing with his observations or offering thoughtful counterpoints often leads to positive gains.
Remember to bring a Justice Persona when hanging out with Akechi to gain additional relationship points, further accelerating your progress.