Persona 5 Royal - Yusuke Kitagawa, the Emperor Confidant (Confidant Abilities and Guide)

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Overview and guide about Yusuke Kitagawa, the Emperor Confidant or Social Link, in Persona 5 Royal. Included also are the confidant's availability, abilities, and dialogue choices.

Persona 5 Royal - Yusuke Kitagawa, the Emperor, Confidant Abilities and Guide

Yusuke Kitagawa, the Emperor Confidant in Persona 5 Royal

Persona 5 Royal - Yusuke Kitagawa, the Emperor, Confidant Abilities and Guide

Yusuke is a tall, dark, and handsome fellow. Methodical and quick-thinking, Yusuke kicks ass with an assault rifle and a katana. When fighting, he uses the mask of the Fox while summoning his persona, Goemon.

Despite his calm demeanor, Yusuke may come off as rather awkward at times. Because he was raised in a sheltered environment, his approach to others may come off as stalker-like and creepy.

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Phantom Thief Fox

Yusuke’s Phantom Thief alter ego is Fox. His outfit consists of a black and white jumpsuit, white boots, and light blue gloves. An ornament meant to resemble a fox tail can be seen at the back of the attire.

Yusuke wears a kitsune mask befitting of his code name. He wields a katana and an assault rifle in battle. As the Emperor Confidant, Yusuke invokes Goemon, a persona who uses powerful physical and ice skills to combat shadows. Goemon is based on Ishikawa Goemon, a famous outlaw from feudal Japan whose exploits have likened him to Robin Hood told in western legends.

Unlocking

You can find Yusuke in Shibuya Underground Station after school most days. After you max out, you can summon Odin.

Confidant Availability

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Persona 5 Royal Emperor Confidant Abilities

Rank Name Effect
1 Card Duplication Allows Yusuke to copy any skill card in 1 day.
2
3 Follow Up Chance to perform a follow-up attack if Joker’s attack does not down the enemy.
4 Artist Talk Chance to step in after Shadow negotiation fails, allowing a retry.
5 Card Creation Allows Yusuke to recreate any previously copied Skill Card in 1 day.
6 Harisen Recovery Chance to cure status ailments inflicted upon party members.
7 Live Painting Allows Yusuke to instantly use either Card Duplication or Card Recreation.
8 Endure Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining.
9 Protect Chance to shield Joker from an otherwise fatal attack.
10 Second Awakening Transforms his Persona, Goemon, into a mythological trickster, Kamu Susano-o

Persona 5 Emperor Confidant Abilities

Rank Name Effect
1 Novice Duplication Allows Yusuke to use Blank Cards to duplicate low rank Skill Cards.
2 Baton Pass Allows you to pass your turn over to other Baton Pass users after a 1 More.
3 Follow Up Chance to perform a follow-up attack if Joker’s attack does not down the enemy.
4 Artist Talk Chance to step in after Shadow negotiation fails, allowing a retry.
5 Adept Duplication Allows Yusuke to duplicate mid-rank Skill Cards.
6 Harisen Recovery Chance to cure status ailments inflicted upon party members.
7 Master Duplication Allows Yusuke to use Blank Cards to duplicate high rank Skill Cards.
8 Endure Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining.
9 Protect Chance to shield Joker from an otherwise fatal attack.
10 Second Awakening Transforms his Persona, Goemon, into a mythological trickster, Kamu Susano-o

Confidant Stat Boosts

Here is a breakdown of the confidant boost music notes the Protagonist will acquire after answering the best responses:

*Note: Regardless if you bring a persona of the specified arcana or not, some options only grant a maximum of +♪♪♪. Events where these occur will have a (♫).

No Boost

Rank Confidant Boost Total notes
(♪)
0-1 0
1-2 1st Choice: +♪
2nd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
Phone: +♪
5
2-3 1st Choice: +♪
3rd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
4th Choice: +♪
Phone: +♪
6
3-4 1st Choice: +♪
2nd Choice: +♪♪
Phone: +♪
4
4-5 1st Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
2nd Choice: +♪♪
Phone: +♪
6
5-5.5 1st Choice: +♪
1
5.5-6 2nd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
Phone: +♪
4
6-7 2nd Choice: +♪
3rd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
Phone: +♪
5
7-8 1st Choice: +♪
2nd Choice: +♪♪
3
8-9 1st Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
2nd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
6
9-Max 4th Choice: +♪♪ 2

With Boost from Emperor Arcana

Make sure that you have a persona under the Emperor Arcana when interacting with the Yusuke to maximize the boost value.

Rank Confidant Boost Total notes
(♪)
0-1 0
1-2 1st Choice: +♪♪
2nd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
Phone: +♪♪
7
2-3 1st Choice: +♪♪
3rd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
4th Choice: +♪♪
Phone: +♪♪
9
3-4 1st Choice: +♪♪
2nd Choice: +♪♪♪
Phone: +♪♪
7
4-5 1st Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
2nd Choice: +♪♪♪
Phone: +♪♪
8
5-5.5 1st Choice: +♪♪
2
5.5-6 2nd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
Phone: +♪♪
5
6-7 2nd Choice: +♪♪
3rd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
Phone: +♪♪
7
7-8 1st Choice: +♪♪
2nd Choice: +♪♪♪
5
8-9 1st Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
2nd Choice: +♪♪♪(♫)
6
9-Max 4th Choice: +♪♪♪ 3

Dialogue Guide

Make sure that you have a persona under the Emperor Arcana when interacting with the Yusuke to maximize the boost value.

Rank Dialogue Choices Effects
1 After the events that transpired in 6/18, head to the train station’s underground passageway to find him.

(P5R only)

  • “I’ll be asking a lot” +3
  • “Ill try not to” +2
  • “Thanks” +2
  • Unlocks Novice Duplication (allows Yusuke to produce low-level skill cards for you)
2 1st Choice:

  • “It’s novel.” +2
  • “It’s enigmatic.” +2

2nd Choice:

  • “I can’t wait.” +3
  • “I hope you’re right.” +3

Phone (P5R only):

  • “You’re already doing enough” +2
  •  Unlocks Baton Pass (lets Yusuke pass his turn to other Baton Pass users after a 1 More)
3 1st Choice:

  • “Don’t let it bother you.” +2

2nd Choice:

  • All choices are +0

3rd Choice:

  • “This isn’t like you.” +3
  • “You’re really giving up?” +2

4th Choice:

  • All choices are +2

Phone (P5R only):

  • “That’s the spirit.” +2
  • Unlocks Follow Up (gives Yusuke the chance to attack an enemy after Joker as a follow-up)
  • Unlocks Ueno Museum location
4 1st Choice:

  • “Why are we in a boat?” +2
  • “I should bring a girl here.” +2

2nd Choice:

  • “Love comes in all forms.” +3
  • “Maybe you should train more.” +2

Phone (P5R only):

  • “Don’t get discouraged.” +2
  • Unlocks Artist Talk (gives Yusuke the chance to step in on a failed shadow negotiation)
  • Unlocks Inokashira Park location
5 1st Choice:

  • “Do you want me to strip?” +3
  • “I dunno if I can do it…” +2

2nd Choice:

  • “I’m sure you will.” +3
  • “It doesn’t look like it.” +3
  • “Do you want to give up?” +2

Phone (P5R only):

  • “There’s still hope.” +2
  • Unlocks Adept Duplication (allows Yusuke to create medium-level skills cards)
  • Unlocks Kanda Church location
6 1st Choice:

  • “It feels nostalgic” +2

2nd Choice:

  • All choices are +0

3rd Choice:

  • All choices are +0

4th Choice:

  • “Maybe he was sympathetic.” +3
  • “He somehow knew you had skill.” +2
  • “I couldn’t possibly tell you.” +3

Phone (P5R only):

  • “He had a certain dignity.'” +2
  • Rank 4  Proficiency required
  • Unlocks Harisen Recovery (gives Yusuke the chance to step in and heal status ailments of party members)
7 1st Choice:

  • “What do you mean?” +2

2nd Choice:

  • “The truth is within you.” +3

Phone (P5R only):

  • “Calm down.” +2
  • “It’s not a crime to enjoy sushi.'” +2
  • Unlocks Master Duplication (allows Yusuke to create high-end skill cards)
  • Unlocks Live Painting (allows Yusuke to instantly use either Card Duplication or Card Recreation)
    (For P5R)
8 1st Choice:

  • “It has to be Ann.” +2

2nd Choice:

  • “What’s wrong with that?” +2
  • “You’ve really grown, Yusuke.” +3
  • Unlocks Endure (gives Yusuke the chance to withstand a killing blow)
9 1st Choice:

  • “Her love for her son.” +3
  • “The pain of separation.” +3
  • “I don’t know.” +2

2nd Choice:

  • “You’ve really changed, Yusuke.” +3
  • “That’s a great idea.” +2
  • Unlocks Protect (gives Yusuke the ability to shield Joker from a fatal attack)
10 1st Choice:

  • All choices are +0

2nd Choice:

  • All choices are +0

3rd Choice:

  • All choices are +3

4th Choice:

  • All choices are +0
  • Unlocks Second Awakening (evolves Yusuke’s persona, Goemon, into its ultimate form, Kamu Susano-o).

Hangout Guide

Make sure that you have a persona under the Emperor Arcana when interacting with Yusuke to maximize gains.

Hangout Area Dialogue Choices Effects
Leblanc
  • “I like pretty art” +2
  • “Comforting stuff.” +2
  • “A bit of everything.” +3
Leblanc
  • “If I can find a good deal.” +3
  • “This one’s fine for now.” +3
  • “If you pay for half.” +2
Leblanc
  • “There’s now way.” +3
  • “Maybe.” +3
  • “We won’t let you be alone.” +2
Hawaii Trip 1st Choice:

  • All choices are +0

2nd Choice:

  • All choices are +0

3rd Choice:

  • All choices are +0

4th Choice:

  • All choices are +0
Ueno
  • “Is it noise? +3
  • “Looks fun” +3
  • Acquire Nude Statue
Jinbocho
  •  “It’s the wisdom of our ancestors +3
  •  “Which one?” +3
Meiji Shrine “Fortune Up” +3
Ikebukuro “It was great” +3
  • Acquire Star Stickers
Ogikubo
  • “Nutrition Supply +3
  • “If you do it in a food repo.” +3
Shinagawa 1st Choice:

  • “It’s pretty bizarre.” +3
  • “Truly one of life’s mysteries.” +3
  • “You think so?” +2

2nd Choice:

  • “Same here.” +3
  • “Want a free sample?” +3
  • “There not for sale!” +2
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  1. Live Painting also allows you to create new skill cards as long as he already copied a particular skill card. He can do live painting in safe rooms.

    • Hi, thanks for letting us know LeafSenpai! The current game save has a low proficiency at the moment. XD Kinda hard to max it out. :))