In Persona 3 Reload, building relationships is key to unlocking powerful Personas and enhancing your gameplay experience. Social Links represent your bonds with various characters, each corresponding to a specific Arcana. Leveling up these links grants bonus experience when fusing Personas of that Arcana, and reaching maximum rank unlocks their ultimate Persona. This guide provides details on all Social Links, their requirements, availability, and key choices.
SEES: The Fool
As the protagonist, your journey with SEES (Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad) is automatically linked to The Fool Arcana. This Social Link progresses directly with the story. No specific actions are required beyond advancing the main plot. Maxing out this link unlocks the powerful Susano-o Persona, a force to be reckoned with in battle.
Kenji Tomochika: The Magician
Kenji becomes available on April 22nd. You can find him in Classroom 2F of Gekkoukan High School on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. There are no stat requirements to initiate this Social Link. Building your relationship with Kenji focuses on his romantic troubles and youthful woes. Completing Kenji’s Social Link grants the Handmade Choker, necessary for fusing Futsunushi, a top-tier Magician Persona.
Fuuka Yamagishi: The Priestess
Fuuka’s Social Link unlocks on June 19th. Reaching Courage Rank 6 (Badass) is necessary, along with having initiated the Fortune Social Link. She is available on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays in the 2nd Floor Hallway. Helping Fuuka overcome her insecurities and develop her culinary skills forms the core of this link. Maxing her Social Link awards Headphones, enabling the creation of Scathach, a formidable Priestess Persona.
Mitsuru Kirijo: The Empress
Mitsuru’s Social Link becomes available on November 21st, requiring Academic Rank 6 (Genius). She can be found in the 1F Faculty Room Hallway on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. This Social Link delves into Mitsuru’s personal struggles and her family’s legacy. At max rank, she gives you the Motorcycle Key, used to fuse Alilat, an exceptionally powerful Empress Persona.
Hidetoshi Odagiri: The Emperor
Hidetoshi is available from April 27th onwards. To start, speak to Ms. Toriumi, then head to the Student Council Room. He’s available in the 2F Classroom Hallway on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. This Social Link explores Hidetoshi’s dedication to the Student Council and his strong sense of justice. Reaching the maximum rank provides the Cheap Lighter, which allows you to fuse Odin, the ultimate Emperor Persona.
Bunkichi and Mitsuko: The Hierophant
The elderly couple at Bookworms becomes available on April 25th. To begin, you’ll need to find a Persimmon Leaf in the Gekkoukan Highschool Corridor. They are available every day except Monday at Iwatodai Station Strip Mall. This Social Link revolves around helping the couple cope with the loss of their son. Completing their story grants the Persimmon Fruit, essential for fusing Kohryu, a powerful Hierophant Persona.
Yukari Takeba: The Lovers
Yukari’s Social Link becomes available on July 25th, provided you have Charm Rank 6 (Charismatic). She can be found in Classroom 2-F on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. This Social Link allows you to grow closer to Yukari as you support her. Reaching Rank 10 rewards the Cellphone Strap which is used to create the Persona Cybele of the Lovers Arcana.
Kazushi Miyamoto: The Chariot
Miyamoto is unlocked on April 23rd with no requirements. You can find him in Classroom 2-F or in the Gym Hallway on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The core of this link lies in supporting Kazushi’s athletic aspirations and helping him overcome his injuries. Maxing this Social Link provides the Sports Tape, which allows you to fuse Thor, a highly potent Chariot Persona.
Chihiro Fushimi: Justice
Chihiro becomes available after joining the Student Council and speaking to her three times on separate days. Hang out with her on the third day to start the Social Link. She is available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, near the Student Council room. This Social Link centers on helping Chihiro overcome her shyness and insecurities. Maxing her link awards the Shoujo Manga, which can be used to create the Melchizedek Persona at Rank 10.
Maya: The Hermit
Maya is available from April 29th, with no stat requirements. She is only accessible on Sundays and holidays through the MMO on your desk. This link is unique, unfolding through online interactions. On max Rank, you will receive Screenshot Data from Maya, which is used to unlock Arahabaki for the Hermit Arcana.
Keisuke Hiraga: Fortune
Keisuke’s Social Link can be started on June 17th with no stat requirements. Find him near the Art Club room on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. This Social Link focuses on helping Keisuke pursue his artistic passions and navigate his academic choices. After Keisuke’s Social Link is complete, the Norn Persona will be available.
Yuko Nishiwaki: Strength
Yuko becomes available, requiring Rank 2 with Kazushi Miyamoto. Walk home with her during Kazushi’s first two events. She’s available on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the 2F Classroom Hallways. This Social Link deals with Yuko’s efforts to manage the school’s sports teams. Yuko’s Social Link contains the Persona Siegfried, who can be obtained after reaching rank 10.
Maiko Oohashi: The Hanged Man
Maiko is available from May 6th. Bring her the Mad Bull drink and Weird Takoyaki. She is found at Naganaki Shrine on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. This Social Link focuses on helping Maiko cope with her parents’ divorce and find happiness. She will unlock the Persona Attis for you on reaching Rank 10 with her.
Pharos: Death
Pharos’ Social Link progresses automatically as you advance the story. This Social Link is interwoven with the game’s central plot. Thanatos will be given to the player once his story is done.
Bebe: Temperance
Bebe requires Academic Rank 2 (Average) and Rank 3 with Bunkichi and Mitsuko. He is available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in the Home Economics room. This Social Link focuses on Bebe’s passion for Japanese culture and his dream of becoming a fashion designer. Bebe will give you the Money Pouch item that is used to summon the Byakko Persona.
President Tanaka: The Devil
President Tanaka requires 20,000 yen initially, then 10,000 yen twice on different days, Rank 4 with Maya, and Charm Rank 4 (Smooth). He’s available in Paulownia Mall on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. This Social Link explores the world of business and the motivations behind Tanaka’s success. President Tanaka will give the Thank-you Letter needed to summon Beelzebub.
Mutatsu: The Tower
Mutatsu requires Strength Rank 4 and Courage Rank 2 (Ordinary) to speak to him. He’s found in Club Escapade on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. This Social Link focuses on Mutatsu’s past and his struggle with faith. He will give the Reserve Tag, which unlocks the Persona Chi You.
Mamoru Hayase: The Star
Mamoru is available from August 5th, requiring Courage Rank 4 (Tough). He is found in the Iwatodai Station Strip Mall on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. This Social Link revolves around supporting Mamoru’s athletic ambitions. His Social Link will unlock Lucifer after receiving the Car Key item.
Nozomi Suemitsu: The Moon
Nozomi requires Magician Rank 3, Charm Rank 2 (Unpolished), and the Odd Morsel item. Answer with “Pheromone Coffee,” “Red,” and “Hagakure Bowl.” He is found in Paulownia Mall. This Social Link is centered on the topic of food. The Persona Sandalphon is available after completing Nozomi’s Social Link and receiving the Coupon items.
Akinari Kamiki: The Sun
He requires rank 3 with Maiko and Academic Rank 4 (Smart). You need to find his missing Red Fountain Pen with the help of Koromaru. He is found at Naganaki Shrine on Sundays. This Social Link revolves around sharing stories and experiences. Asura is unlocked at Rank 10 and obtaining the Notebook item from him.
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