Sojiro - Hierophant
Sojiro Sakura, the owner of Cafe Leblanc and a father figure to Joker, is the Hierophant Confidant in Persona 5 Royal. His Confidant arc focuses on his struggles as a guardian, his relationship with his adopted daughter Futaba, and his own personal growth. Maxing out his Confidant provides valuable benefits, including unique coffee and curry recipes that restore SP.
Sojiro's Confidant becomes available early in the game after Joker moves into Leblanc. He can typically be found at Leblanc during the daytime and evening. To advance his rank, Joker needs to spend time with him, often involving conversations about coffee, Futaba, and life in general. Choosing the correct dialogue options is essential for gaining the most relationship points.
As the Hierophant Confidant progresses, Sojiro teaches Joker how to brew coffee and make curry. These are not just flavor elements; they provide tangible benefits. The coffee brewed can restore SP to Joker and his party members, while the curry can restore HP and SP. The effectiveness of these items increases as Sojiro's Confidant rank increases, with higher ranks unlocking more potent recipes.
Gifts can be given to Sojiro to help speed up his Confidant progression. He appreciates thoughtful gifts, particularly those related to coffee or cooking. However, his dialogue and choices are often more important than gifts for sificant rank increases.
Maxing out the Hierophant Confidant is crucial for efficient dungeon crawling, as the SP-restoring items become invaluable for long exploration sessions. It also deepens Joker's understanding of Sojiro and Futaba's relationship, adding emotional depth to the narrative. His Confidant is a testament to the importance of found family and personal responsibility.