Walkthrough & Progression — Persona 5 Royal Guide

Walkthrough & Progression

This walkthrough is desed to guide you through Persona 5 Royal with a focus on efficiency and achieving 100% completion, including maxing all social stats, Confidants, and collecting all Will Seeds within a single playthrough. The schedule presented aims to balance story progression with essential daily activities. Each day will outline the available options, and the recommended actions will be detailed, explaining the reasoning behind them. This approach allows you to follow along precisely for a perfect run or use it as a reference to plan your own optimal schedule.

The early game, starting in April, focuses on establishing your routine at Shujin Academy, meeting key characters like Ryuji Sakamoto and Ann Takamaki, and awakening your Persona during the events in Kamoshida's Palace. Pay close attention to dialogue choices, as they can influence your social stats and Confidant progression. As you progress through Kamoshida's Palace, learn the mechanics of combat, stealth, and the 'Hold Up' system. The walkthrough will highlight optimal times to tackle Palaces, ensuring you have sufficient time to complete objectives before deadlines, such as May 2nd for Kamoshida's Palace. Following the recommended schedule will ensure you don't miss opportunities to advance Confidants, which are crucial for unlocking powerful abilities and Personas. For instance, prioritizing certain Confidants early on, like Morgana (Magician) and Ryuji (Chariot), will provide sificant benefits in combat and exploration.

As the story progresses into May, the Phantom Thieves officially form, and you'll gain access to the 'Phan-Site' for requests. The walkthrough will guide you on how to manage your time effectively, balancing Palace infiltrations with daily life activities like studying, working part-time jobs, and spending time with Confidants. Each Palace, from Kaneshiro's Bank of Gluttony to Maruki's Laboratory of Sorrow, will have specific objectives and deadlines. The guide will provide clear instructions on navigating these dungeons, finding all Will Seeds, and defeating bosses. For example, Kaneshiro's Palace requires navigating complex security systems, while Maruki's Palace features reality-bending puzzles. The walkthrough will also detail the best times to pursue specific Confidants based on their availability and the benefits they offer at different stages of the game.