Persona 5 Royal adds some new characters to the mix, including the Shujin Academy counselor Takuro Maruki and the star gymnast Kasumi Yoshizawa. Spending time getting to know the cheerful Kasumi will grant you spectacular bonuses in the Metaverse and lead to an exciting conclusion in the Royal-exclusive third semester.
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How to Begin the Faith Confidant
Despite her clumsiness, Kasumi is an accomplished gymnast, coming to Shujin Academy on an athletic scholarship. She quickly becomes close friends with the protagonist, seeing him as a mentor and confidant. Kasumi’s true self is explored in the third semester, and her seemingly perfect facade begins to crack as more information about her past comes to light.
You’ll start Kasumi’s Confidant automatically on May 30. Unlike other Confidants, you’ll only be able to progress Kasumi’s Confidant when she directly texts you and invites you to spend time together.
There are a total of ten ranks in the Faith Confidant–the same as all other Confidants in the game. However, it reaches a premature stop at Rank 5. If you have maxed out Maruki’s Confidant, Kasumi’s Confidant will fully unlock on January 12.
WarningYou must reach Rank 5 by December 22. Failing to do so will lock Kasumi’s Confidant for the rest of the game, meaning that you won’t be able to reach the max Confidant level.
Spending time with Kasumi will also increase your overall HP.
Faith Confidant Skills
Accepting Kasumi’s invitations and getting to know her will reward you with useful abilities in the Metaverse. Check out the full list of abilities and necessary ranks below.
| Confidant Rank | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | -- | -- |
| 2 | Tumbling | Allows you to avoid being surrounded by enemies in Palaces. |
| 3 | -- | -- |
| 4 | Chaînés Hook | Allows you to ambush from a distance by attacking with the grappling hook. Shadows may be afflicted with Fear, Confuse or Dizzy upon entering combat. |
| 5 | -- | -- |
| 6 | Follow Up -- Fitness Talk | Chance to perform a follow-up attack if Joker's attack does not down the enemy. -- If negotiation with any kind of Shadow fails, you can try again. |
| 7 | Harisen Recovery | Chance to cure status ailments inflicted upon party members. |
| 8 | Endure | Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining. |
| 9 | Protect | Chance to shield Joker from an otherwise fatal attack. |
| MAX | Second Awakening | Transforms Persona into a mythological trickster. |
Once the Faith Confidant is maxed out, Kasumi’s original Persona, Cendrillon, will transform into Vanadis. If you chat with Kasumi on February 2, her Persona will evolve again, this time into Ella.
Maxing out the Faith Confidant will allow you to fuse Maria. When itemized, this Persona becomes the Spiral Heal Charm accessory, allowing the wearer to cast Mediarahan to heal the entire party’s HP. Itemizing Maria during a fusion alarm will reward you with the Rosary of Purity, which instead allows the wearer to cast Holy Benevolence. This rare skill revives all fainted allies, fully restoring their HP.
Hangout Conversations
Choosing specific dialogue options will earn you more friendship points with Kasumi. Below, we’ve listed all possible dialogue options and the corresponding points.
Rank 1
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slimy Middle-Aged Man: "What do you want?" | •You're hurting her. •I go to Shujin too. •Could I ask you for directions? | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "Thank you so much! I'm sorry for the trouble!" | •Are you okay? •Was that guy hassling you? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "So...what made you step in to help me?" | •Because I wanted to. •I couldn't look the other way. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "So...Where'd the other people in your group go?" | •We've disbanded. •They ditched me. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "If it's all right with you, why don't we eat our soup together?" | •Sure. •This is soup, though. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "So I truly appreciate what you did for me! Thank you so much." | •Don't worry, it was nothing. •You're welcome. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "I'm also so sorry for what happened the other day!" | •The other day? •About what? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "I heard some of my classmates gossiping about you, too." | •Were you disappointed? •Were you surprised? •For real? | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "What were all the crimes I'd heard? Burglary, murder, and...elephant tusk trafficking, was it?" | •I've done none of that. •Well, that's a first for me. •I drive without a license, too. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "You know what, it just hit me—I haven't introduced myself yet!" | •I'm (full name). •I'm (last name), a second-year. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Sorry, I didn't mean to run out on you like that." | •So, you're Kasumi Yoshizawa? •You dropped this. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Well, you've cracked the case—I'm Kasumi Yoshizawa, a first-year!" | •That was impressive. •Are you an athlete? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Wait...Is there a cat somewhere around here?" | •Can you teach me that stuff? •I want to learn your moves. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "So it would be wonderful if you could give me some advice whenever you have the time." | •Sure you want my help? •You want my advice? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| Morgana: "This sounds like a pretty sweet deal to me—what do you think?" | •Hope I'm helpful to you. •We have a deal. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
Rank 2 (6/8)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "It's all about the harmony between the internal and external oblique muscles...I can't get enough of it!" | •We're just getting started. •Go easy on me. •I'm so done with this. | •2 •0 •2 | •1 •0 •1 |
| "I'm actually not doing so great at the moment, so I'm not sure I could manage anything too strenuous." | •Next time, then. •You doing okay? •Lucky for me... | •2 •0 •0 | •1 •0 •0 |
| "The idea's not to stop doing gymnastics, just...she wants me to take a break." | •I see. •So now...? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Even if we're not doing gymnastics, will you still keep going out with me!?" | •No problem. •You sure? •Uh, romantically? | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "If I stick with you, Senpai, I think I can learn how to be confident again!" | •Leave it to me. •Let's give it a try. •Then follow my lead. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "I was so relieved, I suddenly got really hungry...and then my stomach wouldn't stop growling in my meeting." | •Impressive. •Gotta push through it. •You did eat eventually, right? | •2 •0 •0 | •1 •0 •0 |
Rank 3 (6/29)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "And I figured something out! It's this!" | •Making bento? •Potluck parties? •"This" being...? | •3 •0 •0 | •2 •0 •0 |
| "I made this specifically with your body type in mind, and knowing how much you exercise...Do you want it?" | •I'm touched! •It looks delicious. •Let's see if it's good... | •2 •2 •0 | •1 •1 •0 |
| "Let's dig in!" | •Is that all for you? •That seems a little much. •What IS that? | •3 •2 •0 | •2 •1 •0 |
| "(Protagonist)-senpai? You okay? Your eyes are glazing over..." | •This tastes like... •It's definitely unique. •It's...greeeaaat... | •0 •2 •0 | •0 •1 •0 |
| "Or, wait—maybe you prefer the super spicy ones!" | •Not exactly. •Is there a third option...? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Should I get mayonnaise? Soy sauce...? Maybe miso? Do you think Dr. Maruki will have some salt!?" | •Calm down. •You're going to get it now? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Oh, you're right! I should just buy something new you can eat right now!" | •This works fine as is. •I'm enjoying this. •Let's just eat. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "I'm so embarrassed...I thought it was so great when I presented it to you, and now..." | •You could try again sometime? •It happens. •Just keep at it. | •3 •3 •3 | •2 •2 •2 |
| "...Maybe this kind of confidence can help me figure out who I really am." | •That sounds right. •Maybe... | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
Rank 4 (7/7)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "I've been wanting to come here for a while, but I never had the chance to drop by." | •You have bad eyesight? •You're looking to buy? •I have enough glasses. | •0 •2 •0 | •0 •1 •0 |
| "Wow, those really work for you! You look so cool! What do you think?" | •A pretty modern look. •Not my style. •I look so aloof in these. | •3 •0 •2 | •2 •0 •1 |
| "This could be a good one...Hmm..." | •Do they suit your dad, though? •I'm not so sure... | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "But your input's been really helpful so far! Would you mind poking around with me for a bit longer?" | •Of course. •Let's keep going. •Sure, whatever. | •2 •2 •0 | •1 •1 •0 |
| "A lot of them are good, but none of them have really clinched it for me yet..." | •Trust your instincts. •Don't overthink it. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "I don't know how to describe it. It just seems perfect for my dad somehow." | •Good choice. •I'm sure he'll love it. | •2 •0 | •1 •0 |
| "I ended up with a great present. All thanks to you, (protagonist)-senpai!" | •It's part of our deal. •Not a problem at all. •I expect compensation. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "The more I thought about it, the more...empty I felt. Like I wasn't even me anymore." | •Everyone deals with that. •That's your slump talking. | •2 •0 | •1 •0 |
| "And having your support makes me even more determined to make that happen." | •Good luck. •We'll work at it together. •No rush, though. | •0 •2 •0 | •0 •1 •0 |
| "And it suits him even better than I imagined! He was so happy with them!" | •I'm glad to hear that. •You should be more confident. •Of course he is. | •2 •2 •0 | •1 •1 •0 |
Rank 5 (7/28)
The Faith Confidant will be maxed out at five until January 12 when the remaining Ranks are unlocked.
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Probably didn't expect to be meeting me at the batting center, huh?" | •It's a surprise, yeah. •Not at all. •What are you scheming? | •2 •0 •0 | •1 •0 •0 |
| "Honestly, I wanted you to see me hit a home run." | •This seems kind of sudden. •If I'm just watching... | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "What do you think? That could work, right?" | •It is a good idea. •Go ahead. I'll watch. •Maybe stick to gymnastics. | •2 •3 •0 | •1 •2 •0 |
| "I never see the ball coming, and I keep flinching...I didn't think my slump was hitting me this hard..." | •Don't give up yet. •Just don't lose hope. •You can beat this, right? | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "I did it, Senpai! I hit the ball!" | •Congratulations. •I saw! •How's that feel? | •3 •3 •2 | •2 •2 •1 |
| "I'd forgotten how it felt to work that hard on someone else's behalf..." | •That's important. •Don't forget how that feels. | •3 •2 | •2 •1 |
| "I'm not totally back to normal yet, but even my grades have been going back up." | •Nicely done. •It's not over yet. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "It's nice to dip into sports aside from gymnastics. Was there anything else you wanted to try, Senpai?" | •Swimming. •Running. •Gymnastics. | •3 •2 •3 | •2 •1 •2 |
Rank 5.5 (1/9)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "You're not serious, right? Please...I'm begging you, (protagonist)-senpai...Please let me live as Kasumi!" | •Don't hide from the truth. •...... | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "If you do, then I'll...!" | •Are you serious? •Don't do this... | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "...Why?" | •You need to stop. •Our fight's over. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
Rank 6 (1/13)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "I was just living my life—like I didn't even care that she was gone! I can't take this shame..." | •It wasn't on purpose. •What could you have done? •At least you realize it now. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "I was too self-absorbed to do anything!" | •Don't beat yourself up. •What'll you do now? •Calm down. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "We did our best trying to learn the moves and routines, since it kept getting us ice cream." | •You two were close, then. •Those must be good memories. •All for ice cream, huh? | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "So obviously, I told her, 'Kasumi, you're a super genius!'" | •...That IS genius. •How old was she again? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "She had her own practices to do, but she was always so busy helping me…She spent hours trying to help me." | •She cared about you. •Sounds like tough training. •For the ice cream, right? | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "Kasumi's kindness was so...so...infuriating." | •Why? •I can imagine. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "At least then people would stop trying to compare us!" | •It must have been hard. •What about Kasumi's feelings? •Sounds like running away. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "Why did she have to protect an idiot like me...? I...I watched her—" | •You have to accept it. •Try not to think about it. •So what happens now? | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "I want you to hold me to this. To make sure I don't run away from who I am again." | •I will. •I can manage that. •If it's part of the deal. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "...But this is the real me, I guess." | •Do you want to run away? •You have to face it. •So what if it is? | •0 •3 •0 | •0 •2 •0 |
Rank 7 (1/14)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Kasumi was probably so disappointed in me...I got tired out so quick..." | •Maybe. •Who knows? •Were you frustrated? | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "Oh...I think it's almost time for my coach to show up. I'm kind of nervous." | •Is she scary? •Is she strict? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "*Siiigh...*" | •You okay? •That was a big sigh. •She's a real taskmaster. | •3 •0 •0 | •2 •0 •0 |
| "I'll always be someone less than Kasumi. I'm just worthless after all…" | •That isn't true. •You need more confidence. •That's just a mental block. | •3 •0 •0 | •3 •0 •0 |
| "It sounds like even Kasumi liked my more subtle and delicate moves, so...If I mix it with her aggressive style..." | •It'll be like a duet. •You'll become stronger. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Senpai, will you go out with me again?" | •Of course. •I could watch you forever. •Another love confession? | •3 •3 •3 | •3 •2 •3 |
| "It didn't seem like you were struggling at all, though. You might be just as tough as Kasumi...Amazing." | •I was internally screaming. •Yeah, that was a breeze. •I love a good challenge. | •0 •0 •3 | •0 •0 •2 |
Rank 8 (1/16)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "I see. Well, I guess it's important to have a balanced diet...?" | •Walk up to Sumire •Watch her from a distance •Slowly walk away | •3 •0 •0 | •2 •0 •0 |
| "This is sort of like showing off my own style, right!?" | •Look at yourself. •You're just standing out. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "I don't even know if I'm worth showing off, let alone how to do it..." | •Try to stay positive. •I'm here for you. •It'll work out. | •3 •3 •3 | •2 •2 •2 |
| "Senpai...Senpai...Hmm..." | •What is it? •...... | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Oh, uh...um...Please don't stare at me like that." | •You started it. •What, I can't look at you? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Um, what do you think?" | •It looks great. •You look really cute. •I'm in love. | •3 •3 •3 | •3 •2 •2 |
| "I'm so glad I found something good." | •Did I help? •You found your answer? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "And then, suddenly, I just...realized I wasn't nervous anymore." | •I see... •So that's how it is. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Even if you didn't like it...I don't think that'd change how I feel about it." | •That's how it should be. •Sounds like progress. | •3 •3 | •2 •2 |
| "B-By the way, where do you like to get your clothes from, Senpai?" | •The airsoft shop. •The resale shop. •Online. | •0 •3 •3 | •0 •2 •2 |
Rank 9 (1/18)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Sorry for dropping in on you like this. I hope it's not too much trouble." | •It's no problem. •We'll call it holiday hours. | •3 •3 | •2 •2 |
| "And if you wouldn’t mind, I’d like you to be there when I do...Is that okay?" | •Definitely. •Of course. | •3 •3 | •2 •2 |
| "I talked about wanting you to see me, and how that helped me stop worrying?" | •Of course I do. •Vaguely... •What about it? | •3 •0 •0 | •2 •0 •0 |
| "Even as worthless as I am, I hope I still helped Kasumi somehow..." | •I know you did. •You're not worthless. •This is a new beginning. | •3 •3 •3 | •3 •3 •2 |
| "Th-There's something I need to tell you, Senpai!" | •What's going on? •There's something else? •Go ahead. | •0 •0 •3 | •0 •0 •2 |
| "I'm in lo...l-l-lo...I'm in...lo..." | •What? •In luh? | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Um, but...The last thing I want to do is make you uncomfortable, so..." | •Let's stay friends, okay? •I love you too. | •Platonic •Lovers* | •Platonic •Lovers* |
| "Just watch me and I promise I'll keep improving!" | •Show me your best. •I can't wait to see it. •You can always rely on me. | •3 •3 •3 | •2 •2 •3 |
| "I really think I've matured. And I'm really glad for your part in that, Senpai." | •I'm glad to hear that. •I didn't do much. •I'll always have your back. | •3 •0 •3 | •2 •0 •2 |
| * "Oh...what am I saying...?" | •Calm down. •Take your time. | •3 •0 | •2 •0 |
| * "I-I—um—you—" | •So? Any different? •You are so red right now. •You're so cute. | •3 •3 •3 | •2 •2 •2 |
| * "It feels as if I'm constantly riding a rollercoaster...I don't know what to do!" | •Get used to it. •Should I hang up...? •That's just how it is. | •3 •0 •0 | •2 •0 •0 |
MAX Rank
Friendship
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "But today...Today I'm excited about this." | •You look radiant today. •Now I'm getting nervous. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| Coach Hiraguchi: "Could this be your doing?" | •It's all Sumire. •Just watch. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Coach Hiraguchi...liked my routine." | •You must be happy. •I'm so relieved. •It's only natural, Sumire. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "I genuinely can't thank you enough." | •You did all the work. •We are not done yet. •It's been my pleasure. | •3 •3 •3 | •3 •3 •3 |
| "It'll be you and me...and Kasumi. All three of us taking on the world as a team!" | •Bring it on. •Give me a break. •I'll get my passport. | •3 •0 •0 | •3 •0 •0 |
Romance
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "But today...Today I'm excited about this." | •You look radiant today. •Now I'm getting nervous. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| Coach Hiraguchi: "Could this be your doing?" | •It's all Sumire. •Just watch. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| Coach Hiraguchi: "My, it seems you haven't quite made a total transformation." | •Calm down. •Don't rush it. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Coach Hiraguchi...liked my routine." | •You must be happy. •I'm so relieved. •It's only natural, Sumire. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "...as well as discovering what's most important to me while performing." | •And that is...? •What do you mean? •Is it someone you love? | •0 •3 •3 | •0 •2 •2 |
| "I think it's finally hitting me...I managed to really give it my best..." | •And there's more to come. •You were amazing out there. | •0 •0 | •0 •0 |
| "Oh no, I thought this would stop my shaking, but now it feels like my heart's about to burst..." | •I'll stop if you want. •I feel the same way. •I don't want to let you go. | •0 •0 •0 | •0 •0 •0 |
| "That's why I want to turn this world back to how it used to be. I want to keep my promise with her." | •I'm counting on you. •Don't get ahead of yourself. •We're out world's champions. | •3 •3 •3 | •2 •2 •3 |
Other Hangouts
Inokashira Park (1/29)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "You're really great at rowing, you know. We were moving so smoothly...I was so surprised." | •This is easy. •I did my best. •Yeah, tell me how great I am. | •3 •3 •3 | •3 •3 •3 |
Skytree (1/30)
| Dialogue | Possible Responses | Points WITH Matching Persona | Points WITHOUT Matching Persona |
|---|---|---|---|
| "What an incredible view! Can you imagine being this tall?" | •You don't mind heights? •It is quite a view. •B-But if we fell... | •3 •3 •3 | •3 •3 •3 |
