Persona 5 Royal
Persona 5 Royal

Iwai - Hanged Man

Max out Iwai's Hanged Man Confidant in Persona 5 Royal. Learn his abilities, best dialogue choices, and how to unlock powerful weapon customizations.

Iwai - Hanged Man Confidant Guide

Munehisa Iwai, the owner of Untouchable and the Hanged Man Confidant, is a former mercenary with a troubled past who provides Joker with access to powerful weaponry and unique combat abilities. Ranking up his Confidant is crucial for obtaining the best guns and armor, as well as unlocking skills that enhance your offensive capabilities. This guide details how to progress through Iwai's Confidant ranks efficiently.

Iwai's Confidant is initiated by visiting his shop, Untouchable, in the Shibuya Underground Mall. He is available on most days, but it's best to visit him when he's not busy with other customers. His story revolves around his past as a soldier and his complex relationship with his son, Kai. As you deepen your bond with him, you'll learn more about his struggles and witness his gradual opening up.

To gain the most points during your hangouts with Iwai, it's beneficial to have a Hanged Man Arcana Persona with you. This provides a "Hold Up" bonus, granting extra points towards the next rank. His dialogue choices are also important, and selecting the correct responses will maximize your progress. Iwai's abilities focus on improving your weapon and armor options, making him indispensable for players who want to optimize their combat effectiveness.

Key abilities unlocked by Iwai's Confidant:

  • Rank 1: Customization: Allows you to purchase custom gun modifications that enhance weapon stats.
  • Rank 5: Better Customization: Unlocks more advanced gun modifications.
  • Rank 10: Best Customization: Grants access to the ultimate gun modifications, sificantly boosting your firepower.

How to Rank Up Iwai's Confidant:

  1. Availability: Iwai is typically available in the afternoons and evenings at Untouchable.
  2. Dialogue Choices: Choose supportive and understanding responses that acknowledge his past and his current struggles.
  3. Hanged Man Persona: Always have a Hanged Man Arcana Persona in your party when spending time with him for the bonus points.
  4. Story Progression: Certain ranks require you to progress through the main story to unlock new dialogue options or events.

Investing time in Iwai's Confidant will pay dividends in combat, providing you with the superior firepower needed to overcome the game's toughest challenges.