Kasumi Yoshizawa (Faith Confidant)
Kasumi Yoshizawa, the 'Faith' Confidant, is a new character introduced in Persona 5 Royal. She is a talented gymnast at Shujin Academy who idolizes the Phantom Thieves. Her Confidant storyline delves into her personal struggles, her aspirations, and her complex relationship with Joker, offering a sificant emotional arc and unique gameplay benefits.
Kasumi's Confidant is unique in that it progresses naturally through the story, with specific story events unlocking her ranks. Her abilities focus on enhancing Joker's combat capabilities, particularly his ability to perform follow-up attacks and deal increased damage. This makes her an invaluable ally, especially during the challenging encounters introduced in the Royal version of the game.
Confidant Abilities
Kasumi's Confidant abilities are tied to her gymnastic prowess and her growing bond with Joker, directly impacting combat effectiveness.
| Rank | Ability Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | None (Automatic) | Unlocks Kasumi as a Confidant. |
| 2 | Somersault | Allows Joker to perform a follow-up attack after an enemy is knocked down. |
| 3 | Somersault 2 | Increases the damage dealt by Joker's follow-up attacks. |
| 4 | Somersault 3 | Further increases the damage dealt by Joker's follow-up attacks. |
| 5 | Flip Jump | Allows Joker to perform a follow-up attack when an enemy is hit by a critical hit. |
| 6 | Flip Jump 2 | Increases the damage dealt by Joker's critical hit follow-up attacks. |
| 7 | Flip Jump 3 | Further increases the damage dealt by Joker's critical hit follow-up attacks. |
| 8 | Vaulting Strike | Allows Joker to perform a follow-up attack when an ally lands a critical hit. |
| 9 | Vaulting Strike 2 | Increases the damage dealt by Joker's critical hit follow-up attacks initiated by allies. |
| 10 | Vaulting Strike 3 | Maximizes the damage dealt by Joker's critical hit follow-up attacks. |
Romance Option
Kasumi is a romanceable character in Persona 5 Royal. To pursue a romance with her, you must reach Rank 10 of her Confidant and make the correct dialogue choices during specific story events. Romancing Kasumi unlocks unique scenes and dialogue that further explore her character and her relationship with Joker, particularly during the third semester.
Progression Notes
Kasumi's Confidant ranks are tied to story progression, meaning you cannot actively choose to spend time with her to rank up outside of specific story moments. Ensure you are paying attention to dialogue choices during these events, as they can impact your relationship and the ultimate outcome.