Although maxing out Social Links with characters in Persona 3 Reload is important, it is also very difficult. Players must manage their time more effectively to max out every Social Link. Still, they must also be confident in every dialogue option they select with that character for every hangout.

There are over 20 Social Links in Persona 3 Reload, and while a couple of them will rank up naturally through story progression, the majority will require the protagonist to put in some effort with them. Be warned, however, that the wrong dialogue options can cause you to lose progress with a Reverse Social Link interaction.

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Increase Ranks With The Correct Dialogue Choice

The main cast of Persona 3 Reload schmoozes in the Iwatodai Dorm.

During hangouts with each Social Link, there will be different points where you must respond. Based on your response to this Social Link, they will either increase in rank, remain stagnant, and occasionally even reverse. The way to know if a response has had a positive impact is if musical notes appear above the character after you select your choice. If none appear, the answer is either neutral, which will have no effect, or negative, which may result in a reverse Persona.

Note that not every positive dialogue option is necessarily the right one. Often, there will be two answers that are both okay, but one will be better than the other. The goal is to get the most correct answer for the highest number of music notes and the best chance at increasing your rank. However, with that in mind, there will also occasionally be instances where any available options will have the same effect, so you can select the one you prefer.

The last day to rank up school-related Social Links in Persona 3 Reload is 1/30, and the last day for all other Social Links is 1/31. Therefore, ensure you spend your time wisely, as some Social Links will not even unlock until January and require your full attention.

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Kenji Tomochika

Magician Arcana

Makoto and Kenji eating together after school in Persona 3 Reload

Kenji Tomochika is one of the first Social Links to be available to the protagonist at the beginning of Persona 3 Reload. He is of the Magician Arcana and will become available on 4/22 without special requirements. His availability for hangouts includes Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays for the game's duration. Once he reaches rank ten and maxes out, you will unlock the ability to create the Persona Futsunushi.

Utilize Personas of the same Arcana for each Social Link to maximize the possible musical notes for each correct answer.

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

1

Every answer will have the same result.

2

"That's a Secret" (+1)

  • "I'm into older women" (+1)
  • "I like them all" (+1)

3

"What, of life?" (+3)

"Good luck!" (+1)

4

"Good luck!" (+3)

5

"Okay..." (+3)

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

6

"I've got plans already" (+3)

7

"What happened?" (+1)

"Bride-to-be?" (+1)

"Congrats!" (+1)

8

"Are you in trouble?" (+3)

  • "You should go with her" (+1)
  • "You should talk it out" (+1)

9

"Let me handle this!" (+3)

10

"What happened?" (MAX)

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Fuuka Yamagishi

Priestess Arcana

Fuuka and her persona in Persona 3 Reload over a blueish background-1

Fuuka is another early Social Link unlock and one of your party . Fuuka will serve as the navigator for S.E.E.S. once she is unlocked, and, as with all party , she should be a priority to max out. She is available on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Not only is Fuuka also one of the romantic Social Links, but maxing her out will result in unlocking the Scathach Persona in the Velvet Room.

Unlike romance in Persona 3, Persona 3 Reload does not require players to pursue every Romantic Social Link romantically. Instead, players may choose to have a friendly or romantic relationship with each potential partner.

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

1

Any answer will have the same effect.

2

"Sure" (+3)

"Sure thing" (+3)

3

"Just a dash or two" (+3)

"Just take it slow" (+3)

4

"You're a hard worker" (+1)

"That's not true" (+3)

5

"You did a great job" (+3)

"I'm glad I could help" (+1)

"Can you make more sometime?" (+3)

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

6

"Of course" (+3)

"That's the spirit" (+3)

7

"That's messed up" (+1)

8

  • "I believe in myself" (+1)
  • "It's just my personality" (+1)
  • "I've never thought about it" (+1)
  • "Not at all" (+1)
  • "We'll see each other in the dorm" (+1)

9

  • "I love you, Fuuka" (+3) (Romance Option)
  • "Sure" (+3) (Friends Option)

10

"I'm always here for you" (MAX)

"I love them!" (MAX)

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Nozomi Suemitsu

Moon Arcana

Suemitsu speaking with Makoto in Persona 3 Reload next to a fountain

Suemitsu is an early Social Link unlock, but he does not have a specific date attached to him. Instead, he becomes available anytime after his alias "Gourmet King" is mentioned. However, he will require certain conditions to be met before his Social Link can officially begin. These requirements include increasing rank 2 in the Persona 3 Reload Charm Social Stat. Once unlocked, he is available daily, and maxing him out will unlock the Sandalphon Persona.

Rank

Answer 1

1

Any answer will have the same effect.

2

"Sure, why not" (+3)

3

"The Gourmet King" (+3)

4

"Are you feeling sick?" (+3)

5

"That's right!" (+3)

Rank

Answer 1

6

"Are you sick?" (+3)

7

"The world is ending?" (+3)

8

"No, you're not" (+3)

9

Every option will have the same effect. The Social Link will reverse and then re-reverse and rank up (this is part of the story and not the result of an error on your part)

10

  • "Just be yourself" (MAX)
  • "You're irreplaceable" (MAX)

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Kazushi Miyamoto

Chariot Arcana

Miyamoto speaking with Makoto in Persona 3 Reload during a Track Team practice

Miyamoto unlocks as early as 4/23, but only after ing the Track Team. Since he unlocks relatively early, he is an easy Social Link to get out of the way early, especially with his frequent availability on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Reaching rank 10 with Miyamoto in Persona 3 Reload will result in unlocking the Thor Persona, a very useful addition to any Persona compendium.

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

1

Every answer will have the same effect.

2

"Toughen up!" (+1)

3

"Are you going to be okay?" (+1)

"Will it heal?" (+1)

4

"That really sucks" (+3)

5

"Back from the hospital?" (+1)

"Take my shoulder!" (+3)

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

6

"Show some guts, man!" (+1)

"Why go so far?" (+1)

"What about your knee?" (+1)

7

"How's your knee?" (+1)

"You have to get tougher!" (+3)

8

"..." (+1)

9

"I don't mind at all" (+3)

10

"What about the big meet?" (MAX)

"You've got it!" (MAX)

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Bunkichi and Mitsuko

Hierophant

Bunkichi and Mitsuko speaking with Makoto in Persona 3 Reload in their bookshop

The Heirophant Arcana is unique as it encomes multiple Persona 3 Reload characters rather than just one. After 4/25, Bunkichi and Mitsuko can be unlocked by visiting their bookstore and retrieving a Persimmon leaf from the school. They're available to speak with you almost every day of the week except Monday and Sunday, and maxing out their Social Link will result in unlocking the Kohryu Persona.

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

1

Every answer will have the same effect.

2

Your name (+1)

"Thank you" (+3)

3

"Looking for something?" (+1)

"Can I help?" (+3)

4

"I should go too" (+3)

"I'm worried" (+1)

5

"I wouldn't worry about it" (+1)

  • "Cheer up" (+1)
  • "It'll be okay" (+1)

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

6

"Please don't fight" (+3)

7

"What happened?" (+1)

"That's great" (+1)

  • "No" (+1)
  • "That's right" (+1)
  • "What are you talking about?" (+1)

8

  • "A petitioner" (+1)
  • "A fan of yours" (+1)
  • "Sure, let's go" (+3)
  • "Right now?" (+3)

9

  • "What does the letter say?" (+1)
  • "Why a letter?" (+1)

10

"But...why?" (MAX)

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Hidetoshi Odagiri

Emperor Arcana

Hidetoshi speaking with Makoto in Persona 3 Reload in the Student Council Classroom

Hidetoshi is a similar Social Link to Miyamoto in that he is available anytime after 4/27 when the protagonist s the Student Council. He is among the few Social Links whose availability changes throughout Persona 3 Reload. Before January, he is available every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. After January, Hidetoshi is available every day. Once he has reached max rank, players can unlock the Odin Persona for their compendium.

Rank

Answer 1

1

Every answer will have the same effect.

2

"Sounds like nonsense" (+3)

3

  • "What happened?" (+1)
  • "No need to fight" (+1)

4

"Looks like you're hard at work" (+3)

5

"They're the worst!" (+3)

6

"But I just go here..." (+3)

7

"It seems too harsh" (+3)

8

"It wasn't me" (+3)

9

"What matters is you realized it" (+3)

10

"You were great" (MAX)

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Yuko Nishiwaki

Strength Arcana

Makoto out for coffee with Yuko Nishiwaki in Persona 3 Reload

Yuko is one of the several Persona 3 Reload romance options for the protagonist. She unlocked early on 4/28 but requires you to walk her home twice first. After that, her Social Link will unlock, and she will be available to spend time with her on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Once Yuko has been fully maxed out romantically or in friendship, the Atavaka Persona will become available for players to fuse.

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

1

Every answer will have the same effect.

2

"What happened?" (+3)

"It wasn't your fault" (+1)

"That's true" (+3)

3

"Don't worry about it" (+1)

"I'm honored" (+1)

4

"Sure thing" (+1)

5

"It's because you teach so well" (+2)

  • "You shouldn't change it" (+1)
  • "I trust whatever you decide, Yuko" (+1)

6

  • "You guys got this" (+1)
  • "Show some guts!" (+1)

"As long as we believe in them" (+1)

7

"Are you relieved?" (+1)

"Let's do it" (+3)

8

  • "A boy" (+1)
  • "A girl" (+1)

9

"An instructor?" (+3)

  • "It's because I love you" (Romantic Option)
  • "It's because you're a close friend" (Friend Option)

10

  • "Is it that important?" (MAX)
  • "What is it?" (MAX)

"Yeah" (MAX)

"What does that mean?"

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Mutatsu

Tower Arcana

Makoto speaking with Mutatsu in Persona 3 Reload inside of a club

Mutatsu is one of the more difficult Social Links in Persona 3 Reload to unlock because his requirements are so obscure. They include reaching the level 4 Courage Stat and ranking 4 with the Strength Social Link. Once unlocked, he can be found on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, but only at night. Maxing out this Social Link results in unlocking the Chi You Persona.

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

1

Every answer will have the same effect.

2

"None of your business" (+3)

"How should I address you?" (+1)

3

"I don't have any friends" (+3)

4

"Yeah, that might look cool" (+3)

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

5

"I have enough" (+1)

"No" (+3)

6

"You should go home" (+3)

"Do you have any coworkers?" (+1)

7

"You probably shouldn't" (+3)

8

"Dad?" (+3)

"None of your business" (+1)

"Are you running away?"

9

  • "Why not take a break?" (+1)
  • "Poor men know no leisure" (+1)
  • "Hang in there" (+1)
  • "Time to retire?" (+1)
  • "What's this about?" (+1)
  • "I don't really care" (+1)

10

  • "That's awesome" (MAX)
  • "It's missing something" (MAX)

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Maya

Hermit Arcana

Maya speaking with Makoto in Persona 3 Reload over their MMORPG while Makoto sits at his laptop in his room

Maya is one of the strangest Social Links because you never actually meet her. Maya exists only through the MMORPG that the protagonist plays on the laptop in his room after 4/29. Given this virtual interaction, her time is very limited. Therefore, players will only be able to engage with her on Holidays and Sundays, but luckily, she no longer requires a full day when socializing with her.

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

1

Every answer will have the same effect.

2

"Of course" (+3)

"Sunshine is overrated" (+1)

3

"Oh really? o_O" (+1)

"You don't like your job?" (+3)

4

"Let's plan our wedding" (+3)

5

"Who's Mr. E?" (+1)

"Are you a teacher?" (+1)

Rank

Answer 1

Answer 2

Answer 3

6

"What bastard?" (+3)

7

"Well, yeah" (+3)

"She, um...what?" (+1)

8

"Hurry up and tell me" (+3)

"What is he like?" (+1)

9

"No way!" (+1)

"What are you planning?" (+1)

10

"Oh, no worries" (MAX)

"Is that why you're sorry?" (MAX)

"I'll miss you" (MAX)

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