100% Completion Guide

Achieving 100% completion in Persona 5 Royal is a marathon, not a sprint. This guide will help you meticulously track and accomplish every major objective, from maxing out Social Stats and Confidants to completing the Compendium and unlocking all achievements. Be prepared for multiple playthroughs if you're aiming for every trophy, as some are mutually exclusive or require specific choices.

I. Pre-Requisites for Success

Before diving into the day-by-day grind, understand these core principles:

• Time Management is Key: Every action consumes time. Prioritize Confidant ranks, Social Stats, and Mementos requests efficiently.
• Save Scumming: Don't be afraid to save frequently and reload if a dialogue choice doesn't yield the desired result (e.g., Confidant points).
• New Game+ (NG+): While possible on a first playthrough, 100% is significantly easier on NG+. You carry over Social Stats, Persona Compendium, Money, Equipment, and Skill Cards.
• Royal-Exclusive Content: Ensure you unlock the third semester by maxing out the following Confidants before specific deadlines:
  • Councillor (Maruki): Rank 9 by November 17th.
  • Justice (Akechi): Rank 8 by November 24th.
  • Faith (Yoshizawa): Rank 5 by December 18th.

II. Social Stats

Maxing all five Social Stats (Knowledge, Guts, Proficiency, Kindness, Charm) is crucial for unlocking Confidant ranks and certain activities. Aim to have them all at Rank 5 (MAX) as early as possible. Here are reliable methods:

• Knowledge:
  • Classes & Exams: Answer questions correctly in class and ace exams. Consult a guide for answers.
  • Diner: Study at the Diner in Shibuya (e.g., ordering a Nostalgic Steak for +3 Knowledge).
  • Library: Read books at the school library (e.g., "The Great Thief" for +3 Knowledge).
  • Big Bang Burger: Challenge the Big Bang Burger in Shibuya for a significant boost once per visit.
• Guts:
  • Big Bang Burger: As above.
  • Bathhouse: Visit the Bathhouse in Yongen-Jaya (especially on rainy days for extra points).
  • Doctor (Takemi Confidant): Receiving medical treatment from Takemi (Death Confidant) provides Guts.
  • Reading: Books like "The Hero with a Thousand Faces" grant Guts.
• Proficiency:
  • Crafting Tools: Spend evenings crafting infiltration tools in your room. This is also essential for Palace preparation.
  • Batting Cage: Practice at the Batting Cage in Yongen-Jaya.
  • Part-Time Jobs: Work at the Crossroads Bar or the Flower Shop.
  • Reading: Books such as "Tidying the Heart" increase Proficiency.
• Kindness:
  • Flower Shop: Work at the Flower Shop in Shibuya.
  • Feeding the Plant: Fertilize the plant in your room (buy Nutrients from the Shibuya Flower Shop or the Shinjuku General Store).
  • Aoyama's Aojiru: Drink the Aojiru at the Shibuya Underground Walkway on Sundays.
  • Reading: "The Art of Charm" and similar books boost Kindness.
• Charm:
  • Bathhouse: Visit the Bathhouse.
  • Maid Cafe: Work at the Maid Cafe in Akihabara.
  • Movie Theater: Watch movies (check the schedule for Charm-boosting films).
  • Reading: "The Alluring Dancer" and other specific books.

III. Confidant Maxing

All 25 Confidants must reach Rank 10 (MAX). This is the most time-consuming aspect. Always have a Persona of the matching Arcana when spending time with a Confidant to maximize relationship points. Refer to a detailed Confidant guide for optimal dialogue choices.

• Essential Confidants for Royal Ending:
  • Councillor (Maruki): Max by November 17th.
  • Justice (Akechi): Max by November 24th.
  • Faith (Yoshizawa): Max by December 18th.
• Key Confidant Benefits:
  • Temperance (Kawakami): Allows for more evening activities (e.g., crafting, reading, studying) by performing chores. Max this early!
  • Fortune (Chihaya): Offers affinity readings to boost Confidant points and money readings. Essential for efficient ranking.
  • Star (Hifumi): Provides tactical advantages in battle, such as swapping party members mid-fight.
  • Death (Takemi): Discounts on healing items and accessories.
  • Sun (Yoshida): Improves negotiation skills, making Persona acquisition easier.
• Mementos Requests: Many Confidant storylines require completing Mementos requests. Always clear these as soon as they become available to avoid bottlenecks.

IV. Persona Compendium

Registering all 193 Personas (including the Royal-exclusive ones) to the Compendium is a significant undertaking. This is best done on NG+ with your carried-over money and maxed Social Stats.

• Fusion Alarms: Utilize Fusion Alarms in the Velvet Room to create powerful Personas and register them with enhanced stats.
• Electric Chair: Use the Electric Chair to obtain Skill Cards and powerful equipment from Personas.
• Special Fusions: Some Personas require specific fusions (e.g., Satanael, Messiah Picaro). Plan these in advance.
• Network Fusion: Use Network Fusion to acquire unique Personas.
• Persona Negotiation: In Palaces and Mementos, negotiate with Shadows to obtain them. Ensure you have the Sun Confidant maxed for better success rates.
• Strengthening Personas: Use the Gallows to strengthen Personas, inheriting skills and increasing stats.

V. Mementos

Completing all Mementos requests and exploring every floor is mandatory. Mementos also serves as a crucial grinding spot for experience, money, and Persona acquisition.

• Efficient Runs: Group multiple Mementos requests together to minimize trips. Aim to clear all available requests before tackling a Palace.
• Jose's Shop: Collect Flowers and Stamps to exchange for powerful items and stat boosts from Jose. Ensure you collect all Stamps on every floor.
• Will Seeds: While not directly Mementos-related, collecting all three Will Seeds in each Palace and exchanging them with Jose for accessories is part of 100% completion.

VI. Palaces

Complete all Palaces, including the Royal-exclusive third semester Palace. Ensure you collect all three Will Seeds in each Palace before sending the calling card. These are typically hidden in challenging-to-reach areas or behind puzzles.

• Will Seed Locations (Example - Kamoshida's Palace):
  1. Red Will Seed: Located in the Central Tower, accessible after activating the first shortcut.
  2. Green Will Seed: Found in the East Building, requiring careful platforming and avoiding patrolling Shadows.
  3. Blue Will Seed: Situated in the West Building, often behind a locked door that requires a specific key or path.
• Thieves Den: Unlock all awards and achievements within the Thieves Den. This includes viewing all cutscenes, listening to all music, and collecting all awards.

VII. Other Activities & Collectibles

• Books: Read all 40 books. Some are found in the school library, others purchased from Shinjuku's Book Store or Shibuya's Second-Hand Shop.
  • Example: "The Art of the Phantom" (Shinjuku Book Store), "Speed Reader" (Shibuya Second-Hand Shop - essential for faster reading).
• Movies: Watch all movies at the Shibuya or Shinjuku theaters. Check the schedule regularly.
• Video Games: Play and complete all video games available from the Akihabara Retro Game Shop.
  • Example: "Star Forneus" (requires max Proficiency), "Punch Out" (requires max Guts).
• Fishing: Catch all fish at the Ichigaya Fishing Pond.
• Crossword Puzzles: Complete all crossword puzzles found at the Shibuya Underground Walkway.
• Part-Time Jobs: Work at all available part-time jobs (Flower Shop, Convenience Store, Beef Bowl Shop, Crossroads Bar, Maid Cafe, Triple Seven).
• Challenge Battles: Complete all Challenge Battles in the Velvet Room, accessible via the Thieves Den.
• Hangout Spots: Visit all hangout spots with Confidants.

By following this comprehensive guide and managing your time effectively, you'll be well on your way to achieving 100% completion in Persona 5 Royal, unlocking every secret, and experiencing everything the game has to offer.