In the “Persona” series of games, the Navi party members serve as the heart and foundation of each team, and Futaba Sakura from “Persona 5 Royal” is an excellent example of this.
As a gamer, to truly unleash her potential in combat, it’s crucial that I fully develop her social bond. This becomes particularly important during the mid to late stages of the game, as this will unlock key events and enhance her passive abilities.
To help her swiftly develop those advantageous traits associated with the Hermit Arcana in Persona 5 Royal, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide complete with all events, dialogue options, and preferred gifts for boosting her affection.
Just like with our other trusted characters, ensure that you have a Hermit Arcana Persona stored in your collection prior to interacting with Futaba. This will help you earn the highest possible points when making dialogue choices.
Futaba Sakura Confidant Abilities
As a devoted enthusiast of this captivating game, I can confidently say that when it comes to discussing the standout party members, Futaba plays an essential role, reminiscent of the Navi character in other Persona titles. You’re probably aware of just how pivotal this role can be!
Over a longer period, Futaba contributes to battles by offering diverse types of random boosts. Her confidant skills, as I’ll explain further, serve primarily to enhance the collection of these battle buffs or status effects.
As a gamer, I can’t stress enough how valuable it is to have the Positioning Trick up your sleeve for an immediate edge in battles, and let’s not forget about using the Active Support’s Charge boost during boss fights, giving you that extra punch in damage.
| Social Link | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rank 1 | Moral Support | Chance to cast Kaja or party-healing magic during battle. |
| Rank 2 | Mementos Scan | Chance to fully map a floor of Mementos when entering that floor. |
| Rank 3 | – | – |
| Rank 4 | Position Hack | Chance to instantly hold up enemies when starting a battle. |
| Rank 5 | – | – |
| Rank 6 | Active Support | Moral Support may now Charge or recover SP |
| Rank 7 | Treasure Reboot | Chance to revive search objects in the area after battle. |
| Rank 8 | – | – |
| Rank 9 | Emergency Shift | Chance to swap current party with backups when 2 or more people are KO’d. |
| Max Social Link Rank | Final Guard | Chance to nullify a fatal attack to a current party member. |
Rank 1
On August 31st, you’ll encounter Futaba naturally, initiating her Rank 1 social link event. In the meantime, both Joker and Futaba decide to explore Akihabara together for a fun day out.
In the end, this entire escapade leads to a miscommunication with a law enforcement officer. However, it seems that it provides Futaba with a glimpse into the broader public realm.
| “That looks bad! What are you gonna do!?” | Let’s help. 0 |
| Let’s watch. 0 | |
| Let’s ignore her. 0 | |
| “Do you know this girl?” | She’s my friend. 0 |
| She’s family. 0 | |
| Sorry for the trouble. 0 | |
| “Hm… I feel kinda calm when we’re this close. You’re okay being like this, right?” | I can’t move. 0 |
| Are you a remora? 0 | |
| “I’ll try and get better at navigation if you do!” | Is this a deal? 0 |
| Sounds good. 0 | |
| I’m not an item… 0 |
Rank 2
Prerequisite: You’ll need Rank 4 Kindness (Selfless) to initiate this confidant rank-up event.
As a gamer, if I find myself needing to set Futaba aside temporarily to boost my Kindness level for this event, remember that it’s just a temporary roadblock. Don’t let it dishearten you! It might keep me sidelined for a bit, but the rewards are worth the wait.
During this occasion, Futaba ponders over her Akihabara excursion and makes a commitment to improve. The main insight she gains is her creating a ‘Resolution List’, which includes various targets she aspires to achieve.
| “But online classes are better for studying! I wouldn’t even have to leave the house.” | That wouldn’t solve anything. 0 |
| That’s a great idea. +2 | |
| “…Do you think I’ll be able to?” | If we work together. +3 |
| Want my help? +2 | |
| I don’t know. 0 | |
| “…How’s that?” | Sounds good to me. 0 |
| Can you tell me again? (Repeat dialogue) | |
| “Do you think it’d make Sojiro happy?” | I bet it will. +2 |
| I’m not sure. 0 | |
| Why not ask him directly? 0 |
Rank 3
We’re going back to Akihabara…again. But this time, Futaba’s not lost or astray without Joker.
Amidst the chaotic surge of players, I somehow get separated from her. But miraculously, Futaba manages to track me down, showing remarkable calmness under pressure.
On the bright side, the task of “being in a crowded place” is off the list, so that’s good.
| “I… I, I, I…” | I what? 0 |
| So you’re okay? 0 | |
| I was about to come find you. +3 | |
| “But then I thought about you while I was wandering around the store, and bam, a wild <MC> appeared!” | Good to see you again. +3 |
| You’re the one who appeared. +2 | |
| You need to be more careful. 0 | |
| “But at this pace, I’ll clear it in no time…! Right?” | It’ll only get tougher. 0 |
| You will. 0 | |
| We’ll both do our best. +2 |
Rank 4
Ensure that the event will only take place when Shujin Academy is open, and not during weekends or holiday periods.
The next task on the agenda is visiting school. This might be simple for most pupils, but for someone like Futaba who’s still recuperating from being a homebody, it remains a challenging endeavor.
Fortunately, our respected Campus Tour Guide and Student Council President, Makoto Nijima, remains present to show us around. Additionally, she encourages Futaba to consider attending this school in the future, as it offers an excellent opportunity to forge friendships and expand her educational horizons.
| “Can I use a Goho-M instead?” | Nope. +2 |
| Let’s do this together. +3 | |
| If you want. 0 | |
| “…Am I weird, <MC>?” | No, you’re talented. 0 |
| I bet they were just surprised. 0 | |
| “I guess dwelling on the past is just a bad habit of mine, huh?” | Not at all. +2 |
| Everyone does it. +2 | |
| I think it’s cute. +3 | |
| “I still think I’d run out of MP way too fast. The real world is a scary place…” | We’ll take it slow. +2 |
| You need more training. 0 | |
| I’ll help you anytime. +2 |
Rank 5
Among the many memorable moments from Futaba’s social link, I particularly enjoy the one where Joker and Futaba visit a diner, unexpectedly crossing paths with Mishima.
The whole exchange is a playful back-and-forth between them, with Futaba occasionally slipping in gaming terminology, which serves as good-natured teasing aimed at Mishima.
| “Is this a friend of yours?” | He’s in my class. 0 |
| Friend might be a bit much. 0 | |
| “Maybe my luck stat’s really high.” | I think you’re right. +3 |
| No. 0 | |
| Your… what? +2 | |
| “Mishima… Are you an NPC!?” | What’s an NPC? +2 |
| Savage 0 | |
| He’s the protagonist. +3 | |
| “I’m a completely different person now! No more getting scared of the police! C’mon, tell me I’m cool!” | You did great. +2 |
| That’s nothing special. 0 | |
| Ding! Level up! 0 |
Rank 6
Now that a large part of the “Promise List” has been completed, let’s delve into an essential figure from Futaba’s past: her longtime friend Kana.
Kana was Futaba’s only friend in elementary school before the former eventually moved away.
Futaba deeply regrets not having the chance to offer an apology for invading her privacy by reading her distressing diary and failing to provide assistance. It’s now important that she takes the opportunity to rectify this long-standing oversight.
| “But one day, she said something to me: ‘Good morning.’ She started saying it every day from then on.” | Were you Happy? +2 |
| That must have been a shock. +3 | |
| How did you react? 0 | |
| “I felt terrible, but she just kept yelling at me for reading it…” | You didn’t know any better. +2 |
| Did you apologize to her? 0 | |
| Sounds like it was her fault. 0 | |
| “Y-You have to help me now, got it!?” | Understood. 0 |
| Someone’s pushy today. 0 | |
| “I know I promised myself that I’d do this… but when I remember how angry Kana-chan got, I get so scared…” | Are you running away again? +2 |
| Let’s calm down first. 0 | |
| I’m right here with you. 0 |
Rank 7
As a gamer, I’m diving into this limited-time ranking event where I’ll unravel the sordid past of Kana’s parents, unearthing their darkest secrets from the grimey clues that Futaba has dug up.
Even though it’s painful to comprehend all that Kana is enduring, the sole method of rescuing her seems to be by transforming her parents’ misguided feelings.
Kana has asked her parents through the ‘Phan-site,’ therefore, we now have their names, which are both the husband’s and wife’s. (Or) Kana requested information from her parents on the ‘Phan-site,’ giving us access to their names, those of the husband and wife.
Completing the task titled “Daughter’s Just a Meal Ticket” in Mementos is necessary to trigger the upcoming event in Futaba’s Social Link. You will have access to this event once you’ve accomplished this request.
| “…Apparently, they’re still having her model in strange clothes. They’re even selling the pictures now…” | What horrible parents. +2 |
| We have to put a stop to this. +2 | |
| Strange… how? 0 | |
| “Please, help me save her!” | I’ll do it, for you. +3 |
| We’ll show them the truth. +2 | |
| Give me some time. +2 |
Rank 8
Now that the matter concerning Kana’s parents has been resolved, Futaba and she have made a commitment to enroll in high school together, beginning next academic year.
Additionally, Futaba expresses her gratitude for standing by her during these challenging times and helping her accomplish her tough tasks on her to-do list.
| “Long story short… we made up! I finally apologized to her.” | That’s incredible. +3 |
| I’m glad to hear that. +3 | |
| Did you stutter at all? +2 | |
| “It’s all because of you that I could do it, <MC>!” | You worked really hard too. +3 |
| You’re making me blush… +2 | |
| Do I get a reward? 0 | |
| “…Can you do it?” | Fine by me. 0 |
| That’s all? 0 | |
| “And now I’m getting along with Kana-chan… I’m so glad I cleared that goal.” | Congrats. +2 |
| You’ve still got more. 0 | |
| Want more pets? +2 |
Rank 9
As a dedicated admirer, I can’t help but feel excited about the bond between Futaba and Kana, as they eagerly look forward to sharing their high school journey together. Yet, there remains one final wish in my heart for Futaba – something she still yearns to experience before diving headfirst into this new chapter of their lives.
And that means finding comfort without the Joker, now presenting an opportunity for you to pursue Futaba, whether it leads to romance or friendship – it’s all up to you.
Ideal Gifts for Max Confidant Rank: To help you get closer to the maximum confidant rank with Futaba, consider these top gifts: a “Best of KGB49” CD from the Underground Mall and the local mascot set from Akihabara.
| “I’m gonna go back.” | You’ve really matured. +3 |
| And if you’re bullied again? +2 | |
| “Then even when we’re apart, I can’t stop thinking about you…” | That doesn’t sound healthy… 0 |
| Are you okay, Futaba? +3 | |
| You’re imagining things. +2 | |
| “…Can we skip that last promise?” | If you want. +2 |
| No way. +2 | |
| You’re giving up? 0 | |
| “Why, <MC>…?” | Because we’re teammates. (Friendship) |
| Because I love you. (Romance) | |
| “And… I’m your girlfriend?” (Romance) | I would like that. 0 |
| If that’s okay with you. 0 | |
| “……” (Romance) | Um, hello? 0 |
| Is something wrong? 0 | |
| “……” (Romance) | Earth to Futaba? 0 |
| Are you still alive? 0 | |
| Uh… I mean, like… what do you want…?” (Romance) | Instant yakisoba.0 |
| Morgana. 0 | |
| Do I really have to say it? +2 | |
| “Could you get specific? What kind of teammate am I to you?” (Friendship) | A true friend. +2 |
| A partner. +2 | |
| A key item. +2 |
Rank 10 (Friendship)
You return to Akihabara once more (It’s not a complaint, since it’s where Futaba feels the most secure and enjoys spending time the most).
Futaba reflects on her transformation from a recluse, inspired by Joker, rekindling her bond with Kana, and pledging to assist us using her Navi abilities.
| “I just hope I can keep changing little by little… like everyone else does.” | Take your time. +3 |
| You can do this. +3 | |
| We’ll do it together. +3 | |
| “Even Kana-chan’s trying to step out into the world.” | You can’t lose to her. +3 |
| Do you want a job too? +2 | |
| “Hey! You said you’d give me a reward if I completed my promise list, remember!?” | I honor my promises 0 |
| Just keep it cheap. 0 | |
| You remember that? 0 | |
| “I’m serious, okay!?” | I’m counting on you. 0 |
| That’s a lot of pressure. 0 |
Rank 10 (Romance)
Spending a playful evening with Futaba in her private space, subtly incorporating references to PlayStation trophies, as she proudly mentions completing the entire collection and earning the coveted Platinum trophy.
Regrettably, for both of us and her, this isn’t a game where we can expect a trophy to appear once we complete an apparently insurmountable task – there’s no digital reward system here.
| “Th-This can’t be helped… It’s a small room! So… So… I should be pardoned!” | What are you talking about? 0 |
| Don’t worry about it. 0 | |
| …Pardoned? 0 | |
| “M-Mission complete, huh?” | Mission complete. 0 |
| Nice job, Futaba. 0 | |
| You did great. 0 | |
| “S-So… me being right next to you, um, c-can’t be helped…” | I know. 0 |
| I don’t mind it. 0 | |
| I like being close. 0 | |
| “I…” | What’s wrong? 0 |
| Come closer. 0 | |
| “I just hope I can keep changing little by little… like everyone else does.” | Take your time.+3 |
| You can do this. +3 | |
| We’ll do it together. +3 | |
| “Even Kana-chan’s trying to step out into the world.” | You can’t lose to her. +3 |
| Do you want a job too? +2 | |
| “So! You said you’d give me a reward if I completed my promise list, remember!?” | I honor my promises 0 |
| Just keep it cheap. 0 | |
| You remember that? 0 | |
| “I’m serious, okay!?” | I’m counting on you. 0 |
| That’s a lot of pressure. 0 | |
| “That way… we’ll never be apart if I don’t want to be.” | You already have that right. +3 |
| Took you long enough to ask. +3 | |
| I want that right too. +3 |
To finish Futaba’s confidant and fully develop the Hermit social link, you’ll gain the ability to combine Ongyo-Ki in the Velvet Room. Additionally, Futaba’s Necronomicon Persona will transform into Prometheus.
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