The Power of Friendship alone can lead you to the Truth. So, here’s how to reach Max Rank on all your Social Links in Persona 4 Golden.
Persona 4 Golden is the fourth mainline entry in Atlus’s SMT Persona franchise. The story is set in the rural town of Inaba, where you have to spend the next year living with your uncle and cousin. However, your plans of living a quiet and peaceful life are disrupted by a series of strange murders that occur right after you arrive in Inaba.
As you settle into this town and investigate the murders with your friends in search of the true culprit, you will meet and form meaningful bonds with various characters. These bonds will help you grow as a person and enable you to fuse different Personas.
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The bonds you form with these characters are represented as Social Links, and you can level up your Social Links to Rank 10. Ranking up your Social Links has many benefits. For instance, your teammates can perform additional moves in battle or take fatal hits for you if you share a strong enough bond with them. Moreover, you can also romance different female characters by ranking up their Social Link in Persona 4 Golden.
How to Max Rank All S-Links in P4G
In Persona 4 Golden, players can deepen their bond with different Social Links by hanging out with them. Each of the characters that you befriend will usually appear at some designated hangout spot.
By speaking to them on the days they are available, you can trigger a hangout event that will progress their Social Link storyline and rank up your bond with them. Moreover, you can also hang out with them at Nighttime, but it will not level up their Social Link (S-Link) rank.
That said, there is a cut-off point for ranking up the S-Links of all these characters. So it is imperative to ensure each hangout goes as smoothly as possible. That’s because ranking up your S-Link relies heavily on your dialogue choices. Since each dialogue holds a different level of favorability, it is possible to delay the levelling-up process by saying the wrong things.
However, certain S-Link characters are exceptions as their relationship is either automatically ranked up as part of the main story (e.g., Investigation Team, Teddie, and Igor) or require obtaining certain personas (i.e., Margaret). Here’s how to reach a Max Rank on all your core S-Link relationships in Persona 4 Golden.
Chie Satonaka (Chariot)
Chie is the first person you befriend after enrolling in Yasogami High School. She is an energetic, free-spirited individual who wants to become stronger to protect those around her. Her willingness to save her best friend Yukiko and, subsequently, other victims from the TV world leads to you sharing an unshakable bond with her. Chie is also one of the first Romanceable characters in Persona 4 Golden. Since Chie is a member of the Investigation Team, leveling up her S-Link will grant you the following benefits in battle:
| Rank | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assist | Wake an ally that’s been knocked down. |
| 3 | Follow Up | Chance to perform a follow-up attack |
| 5 | Recover | Chance to Cure ailments during a fight |
| 7 | Endure | Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining |
| 9 | Protect | Chance to take a fatal blow in Hero’s place and save his life |
| 10 (Max) | Second Awakening | Transforms Tomoe into Suzuka Gongen, which is Chie’s ultimate Persona |
Chie Satonaka S-Link Dialogue Options
The favorability of each dialogue option is denoted by the number of keynotes rewarded with each response.
CHIE S-LINK RANK 1
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 | Response Option 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oh, mornin’. | Morning. +0 | You okay? +0 | Did you sleep well? +0 | Is that a compliment? +0 |
| I dunno, I guess that’s what draws people to you, or something like that. | Want me to bare it all? +0 | Falling for me, huh? +0 [Level 3 Courage Required] | – | – |
| You haven’t yet asked Chie for her contact information. | Ask her straight out, +0 [Level 3 Courage Required] | Say it’s for the investigation. +0 | – | – |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 2
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Still, now’s the time to train right? | Right. +3 | For what…? +0 | I’m cool with it. +3 |
| …No? | I guess so… +2 | What a pain. +0 | – |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 3
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| But me, I totally lose it… Kinda funny, huh? | It’s cute. +3 [Level 3 Courage Required] | It’s very feminine. +3 | It’s hilarious. +2 |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 4
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| W-Well… | Exactly. +0 | None of your business +2 | Quit bagging on her. +3 [Level 3 Courage Required] |
| What should you do…? | Crack a joke +3 | Badmouth Takeshi. +2 | Hold Chie’s hand. +3 [Level 3 Courage Required] |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 5
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mmmm… The meat and rice just flow through my veins… | Wolfing it down, huh? +3 | Looks delicious. +3 | You look so happy. +3 |
| I hope she’s not straining herself. Makes you worry, huh? | I’ll look out for her. +3 | Yukiko isn’t that weak. +0 [Level 3 Courage Required] | I worry more for you. +3 |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 6
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| What cowards, ganging up on the weak like that! | Exactly. +3 | It’s eat or be eaten. +0 | Of course. +3 |
| We’ll grab’em and make them apologize! Right, Leader? | Let the police handle it. +0 | What a pain… +0 | – |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 7
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Things aren’t looking good… | Hold Chie back. +0 [Level 4 Courage Required] | Fight them yourself. +0 | It’s no trouble. +2 |
| We’ll grab’em and make them apologize! Right, Leader? | I’m used to it. +0 | Just think next time. +0 | – |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 8
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I feel like I missed the point… | There’s still time. +3 | That’s the first step. +3 | It’s hard to face yourself. +3 |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 9
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 | Response Option 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Things aren’t looking good… | Let Chie do her thing. +0 | Shield Chie. +0 | Fight with Chie. +0 | It all turned out okay. +3 |
| …Was that stupid of me? | You protected that kid. +3 | That was reckless. +0 | – | – |
| …The mood is right. What should you do…? | Will you be my girlfriend? (ROMANCE ROUTE) | I’m counting on you. (FRIENDSHIP ROUTE) | – | – |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [ROMANCE]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh, w-well, how did the room you had back home look? | It was cleaner. +0 | It was messier. +3 | It was about the same. +3 |
| I was thinking… maybe both of us together… | That sounds good. +3 | You’re on your own. +0 | – |
| What should you do? | Hug her. +3 | Do nothing. +0 | – |
| Wh-What am I saying? | Don’t worry about it. +0 | That’s just like you. +0 | – |
CHIE S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [FRIENDSHIP]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| I mean… we’ll always be friends! | Of course. +3 | Maybe not always. +0 |
Yosuke Hanamura (Magician)
Yosuke Hanamura is a city boy just like you, only much goofier. He quickly becomes your best friend and the person you can rely on the most after moving to Inaba. After the unexpected murder of his crush, Yosuke swears to find the culprit behind the serial murders happening in Inaba. Thanks to him, you and the Investigation Team can access the TV world in Junes and make it your hiding spot. Since he is part of the Investigation Team, leveling up his S-Link will grant you the following benefits in battle:
| Rank | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assist | Wake an ally that’s been knocked down. |
| 3 | Follow Up | Chance to perform a follow-up attack. |
| 5 | Recover | Chance to cure ailments during a fight. |
| 7 | Endure | Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining. |
| 9 | Protect | Chance to take a fatal blow in Hero’s place and save his life. |
| 10 (Max) | Second Awakening | Transforms Jiraya into Susano-o, which is Yosuke’s ultimate Persona |
Yosuke Hanamura S-Link Dialogue Options
The favorability of each dialogue option is denoted by the number of keynotes rewarded with each response.
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 1
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 | Response Option 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| There’s no way the police can do it… Who’d believe that the murderer kills people by throwing them into the TV? | It has to be us. +0 | I want to keep my word too. +0 | Let’s bring an end to this. +0 | You do it. +0 |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 2
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorry about that. You know me, I’m infamous around here. | It must be tough. +3 | You’re bragging about it? +0 | Why are you infamous? +2 |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 3
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 | Response Option 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wait a minute… Am I starting to sound like Teddie? | He’s sounding like you too. +0 | Teddie’s cute. +2 | Hmm, you’re looking hairier. +0 | You don’t block them? +0 |
| Looks like someone got my address. I get a lot of spam | Why not change addresses? +0 | Eh, what can you do. +0 | – | – |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 4
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phew, I’m beat… I’m not the complaints department… | That must be hard. +0 | Don’t strain yourself. +0 | You’re incredible. +3 |
| I have to do what I can… | That’s the spirit! +0 | Don’t get too excited. +0 | What can you do…? +0 |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 5
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| So…? You keep the goods under your futon? | Of course. +3 | Huh? +3 | What, don’t you? +2 |
| So, you ever invited a girl in here? | I have. +2 | I haven’t. +0 | I will soon +3 |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 6
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 | Response Option 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| But hey, I’m glad you were there! Thanks. | No problem. +3 | Tell me next time! +2 | It was fun. +3 | You’re right. +2 |
| So… there’s no need to bother with outsiders. | Man, you’re mature +0 | No need to hold back… +0 | – | – |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 7
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| We heard so from her! She may have acted that way, but… | Shut up! +0 | Calm down, man… +0 [Level 3 Understanding Required] | feel bad for Saki-senpai. +0 [Level 3 Expression Required] |
| I just blurted out a buncha crap, huh? | You were just upset. +3 | Feel better now? +3 | I know how it is. +3 |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 8
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Because of her… I started to think maybe this town wasn’t all that bad. But then… | She dumped you? +0 | She died? +0 | Just take it slow. +0 |
| I’m sorry… Saki-senpai. I’m sorry… | I understand… +0 | Don’t apologize. +0 | – |
| I think I’m all cried out… | Pat his head. +0 | Hug him. +0 | Leave him be. +0 |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 9
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ….. | Cheer up. +3 | Still sad about Saki-senpai? +0 | Be a man. Stand up straight. +0 |
| Just being born, living your life… Before you know it, you’re already special to someone. | You’re right. +3 | That’s not true. +0 | I don’t get it. +0 |
YOSUKE S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX)
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I like you for that, and I’m proud of you… But I guess I was jealous at the same time. | I didn’t know. +0 | It can’t be helped. +0 | I guess? +0 |
| So c’mon… | All right, but you hit me first. +0 | Then let’s get equal! +0 | – |
Yukiko Amagi (Priestess)
Yukiko Amagi is the sole heir to the Amagi Inn and the definition of beauty with brains. After she appears on the rumored Midnight Channel, you, along with Chie and Yosuke, decide to rescue her from the TV world with your newly awakened Personas. Being the first survivor of the mysterious Midnight Channel killer, Yukiko joins your cause of finding the truth. Moreover, she is also the second Romanceable option in Persona 4 Golden. Since she is part of the Investigation Team, leveling up her S-Link will grant you the following benefits in battle:
| Rank | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assist | Wake an ally that’s been knocked down |
| 3 | Follow Up | Chance to perform a follow-up attack |
| 5 | Recover | Chance to cure ailments during a fight |
| 7 | Endure | Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining |
| 9 | Protect | Chance to take a fatal blow in Hero’s place and save his life. |
| 10 (Max) | Second Awakening | Transforms Konohana Sakuya into Amaterasu, which is Yukiko’s ultimate Persona |
Yukiko Amagi S-Link Dialogue Options
The favorability of each dialogue option is denoted by the number of keynotes rewarded with each response.
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 1
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Do you think the culprit will come…? | I’m sure of it. +0 | I doubt it. +0 | No worries, I’ll protect you. +0 [Level 3 Courage Required] |
| You haven’t yet asked Yukiko for her contact information. | Ask her straight out. +0 [Level 3 Courage Required] | Say it’s for the investigation. +0 | – |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 2
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensei recommended this book to me because it has details on a bunch of different job licenses… | Going to apply for one? +2 | Sensei? +2 | – |
| I was thinking something along the lines of an interior decorator… What do you think? | Sounds good. +3 | What’s that? +2 | You decide. +0 |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 3
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even eggs come in so many varieties… | Making dinner at the inn? +2 | On an errand? +0 | – |
| So I’m going to get some practice while I can! | Good luck. +3 | There’s no point. +0 | Any other skills? +0 |
| W-Will you…? | Count me in! +3 [Level 3 Courage Required] | I don’t mind. +2 | I dunno… +0 |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 4
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| For some reason, an unusually pungent smell hangs in the air… | Let’s eat! +3 [Level 3 Courage Required] | My stomach’s kinda… +3 | Did you taste it? +3 |
| Yukiko looks sad… | There’s always next time. +3 | This won’t cut it. +0 | This won’t cut it. +0 |
| Umm… I’m sorry to drag you around… | It’s okay. +3 | I’m having fun. +3 | Just don’t feed me again. +0 |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 5
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Then the furniture department. I want to look at the desks. Those and the lamps… | What’s all this for? +2 | Can you carry all that? +0 |
| Those people are from some TV station. They wanted to cover the Amagi Inn… | Sounds good to me. +0 | You said no? +0 |
| …I’d feel better about leaving. | Are you serious? +0 | That’s selfish. +0 |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 6
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I wrote down everything I need, so this shouldn’t take that long. | What are you making? +0 | Gotten any better yet? +2 | – |
| But it’s not turning out quite like it does in the book, even though I’m following the directions. | Get someone to teach you. +0 | Keep practicing. +2 | Want me to teach you? +0 |
| Are they that worried about my cooking…? | You’re pretty bad. +0 | If you started a fire… +0 | They care about you. +3 |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 7
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Once I leave this town… I won’t be able to come here again, will I…? | You’re not coming back? +0 | You’re really leaving? +0 |
| They all have the wrong idea… I’m really sorry… | It’s okay. +2 | They’re not mistaken. +3 |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 8
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I’m sorry, I have to go. | An interview? +0 | You’re going to be on TV? +0 | – |
| W-Was I scary? | Yeah, you were. +0 | You were cool. +3 | You were cool. +2 |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 9
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 | Response Option 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Are you going to wish for something too? | For everyone… +2 | For me… +0 | For you… +3 | It’s a secret. +0 |
| I-Is it okay… for me to ask…? | You’re my classmate. (FRIENDSHIP ROUTE) | You’re my friend. (FRIENDSHIP ROUTE) | I really like you. (ROMANCE ROUTE) | – |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [ROMANCE]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umm, sorry… I don’t know what to talk about… | The futon good with you? +0 | The sofa good with you? +0 | The floor good with you? +0 |
| That’s why… I’m going to stay here. By my own will. | That’s good. +0 | Did you think it over? +0 | Good luck. +0 |
| It’s a charm from that shrine… To protect you. | Thank you. +0 | You’ll protect me. +0 | – |
YUKIKO S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [FRIENDSHIP]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| That’s why… I’m going to stay here. By my own will. | That’s good. +0 | Did you think it over? +0 | Good luck. +0 |
| It’s a charm from that shrine… To protect you. | Thank you. +0 | Relying on the gods?+0 | – |
Kanji Tatsumi (Emperor)
Kanji is introduced as a textbook troublemaker and delinquent who is seemingly associated with Inaba’s biker gangs. However, you later learn that he is often misunderstood due to his looks and rude manners. After appearing on the Midnight Channel, you and the rest of the Investigation Team jump in to rescue him and witness the most vulnerable side of him that he hides from the rest of the world. After facing his true self and awakening his Persona, Kanji joins the Investigation Team to find the culprit. Since he is part of the Investigation Team, leveling up his S-Link will grant you the following benefits in battle:
| Rank | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assist | Wake an ally that’s been knocked down. |
| 3 | Follow Up | Chance to perform a follow-up attack. |
| 5 | Recover | Chance to cure ailments during a fight. |
| 7 | Endure | Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining. |
| 9 | Protect | Chance to take a fatal blow in Hero’s place and save his life. |
| 10 (Max) | Second Awakening | Transforms Take-Mikazuchi into Rokuten Maou, which is Kanji’s ultimate Persona |
Kanji Tatsumi S-Link Dialogue Options
The favorability of each dialogue option is denoted by the number of keynotes rewarded with each response.
KANJI S-LINK RANK 1
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh, you here to tell me off or somethin’? | Something like that. +0 | You’re not far off. +0 | I’m just here to talk. +0 |
| Senpai, you suspecting me!? | That’s right. +0 | I want to believe in you. +0 | You heard me! +0 |
| At this rate, I’ll be causing trouble for you guys… | Everyone’s like that. +0 | Don’t worry about it. +0 | It’s no trouble. +0 |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 2
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| She’s always apologizing for me. She’s been sprouting more and more white hairs… | Apologize to her. +2 | You just need to change. +3 | That’s what kids do. +0 |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 3
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| …… | Get ahold of yourself. +0 | Let’s hurry. +0 | What happened? +0 |
| Sorry. Looks like it was no big deal… | That’s good. +0 | I don’t blame you. +0 | You wuss. +0 |
| He’s always had trouble getting along with people. He didn’t have any friends like you before. | Because of his hobbies? +0 | Because of his hobbies? +0 | Because of his attitude? +0 |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 4
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uhh… When you met Ma at the hospital… She say anything about me? | Plenty. +3 | Nothing in particular… +2 | I forget. +0 |
| Oh, uhh… I’m gonna go now. | Violence isn’t the answer. +2 | I’ll go with you. +3 | – |
| Oh… Anyways, sorry ’bout dragging you into this… | That was boring. +0 | You’re giving him a new one? +2 | – |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 5
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Er… | Just tell him the truth. +0 | This old man here made it. +0 |
| Hah, he said I’m cool… | It was pretty amazing. +3 | Don’t get cocky. +2 |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 6
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strange situation I got myself into, ain’t it? | It’s good for you. +0 | You’re not happy? +0 | Looks like a pain… +0 |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 7
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| That okay with you, ‘big bro’? | Don’t call me ‘bro.’ +0 | Yeah, go ahead. +2 | I want to learn too. +3 |
| There’s something else I gotta confront too, ain’t there? | Your weak heart. +0 | Your past. +0 | I’m drawing a blank. +0 |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 8
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| It’s the first time I went on my own… Well, I had a lot to tell him. | On what charges? +0 | Kanji didn’t do anything. +3 | You got a warrant? +3 [Level 3 Courage Required] |
| Hmph, so you admit it. Not a shred of remorse, either. | It’s a misunderstanding. +0 | He was just being nice. +0 | – |
| What a load of… There’s no way you’re getting me to believe that. | Believe it! +3 [Level 3 Courage Required] | The truth is the truth. +2 | Tell him, Kanji. +2 |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 9
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| It’s the first time I went on my own… Well, I had a lot to tell him. | Tell him? +0 | Why didn’t you go before? +2 | How was it? +3 |
| As long as there’s someone like that snot-nosed kid to accept me, I ain’t afraid of nothing! | Good for you. +3 | Find more of them. +2 | Your ‘own self’ +0 |
KANJI S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX)
You will automatically rank up your S-Link after meeting Kanji.
Rise Kujikawa (Lovers)
Rise Kujikawa is a rising star who visits Inaba to stay with her grandmother. Since she is taking a hiatus from media appearances, she enrolls at Yasogami High School and works part-time at her grandmother’s tofu shop.
However, she too appears on the Midnight Channel soon after moving to Inaba. After you and the rest of the Investigation Team rescue her, she develops a fondness for you and your friends. After she faces her real self and awakens her Persona, she joins the Investigation Team in the Support+Navigator role. Moreover, she is also the third Romanceable party member in Persona 4 Golden.
As a member of the Investigation Team, leveling up her S-Link will grant you the following benefits in battle:
| Rank | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All-Out Attack Assist | Partake in All-Out Attacks, adding additional damage to the assault. |
| 2 | Weakness Scan | Chance to reveal an enemy’s weakness at the beginning of the battle. |
| 3 | Full Analysis | Chance to reveal an enemy’s weaknesses, skills, and stats at the beginning of the battle. |
| 4 | Third Eye | Chance to reveal all information about an enemy at the beginning of the battle. |
| 5 | Healing Wave | The Investigation Team members recover 5 percent of their HP after each battle. |
| 8 | Stamina Song | The Investigation Team members now recover 10 percent of their HP after each battle. |
| 9 | Protect | Chance to shield a party member from an otherwise fatal attack. |
| 10 (Max) | Second Awakening | Transforms Himiko into Kanzeon, which is Rise’s second Persona. |
Rise Kujikawa S-Link Dialogue Options
The favorability of each dialogue option is denoted by the number of keynotes rewarded with each response.
RISE S-LINK RANK 1
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ….. | Sure, I’ll show you around. +0 | If I have the time… +0 | Yeah, I know a few places. +0 |
RISE S-LINK RANK 2
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| But it’s a little embarrassing to show up alone, you know? | Why? +2 | So you don’t eat out? +3 | Just order takeout. +3 |
RISE S-LINK RANK 3
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| It’ll take time to get back, so let’s walk around quick! | You come here often? +3 | Can’t you shop in Inaba…? +3 | What are you looking for? +3 |
RISE S-LINK RANK 4
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise is worried… | Yell +0 | Call the police +3 | Grab her hand and run +3 |
| Rise is desperate… | Go along with her +3 | Deny it +0 | – |
| I’m sorry… Lying about marrying you and all… | I don’t mind. +3 | Lying is wrong. +0 | It… It was a lie? +3 |
RISE S-LINK RANK 5
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senpai, have you ever thought that you’re pushing yourself too far, or that you were just acting…? | All the time. +3 | Sometimes… +3 | Not really. +3 |
| You’re with me right now because I’m Risette, yeah? | That’s right. +0 | No. +3 | I don’t know. +3 |
RISE S-LINK RANK 6
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A fan letter came, you see… | Give it to her yourself. +0 | Does she even need them? +0 | Why so interested in her? +0 |
| To think I trusted him… I feel betrayed! | That’s not nice. +0 | He’s worried about you. +0 | You’re really quitting? +0 |
| I gave up on being Risette. I can’t meet her expectations… | Having second thoughts? +3 | This was your decision. +0 | She’ll understand. +3 [Level 5 Understanding Required] |
| Doesn’t that sound fun? H-How about it? Haha…ha… | Sounds great. +3 | If you’re serious… +3 | I can’t decide that now. +0 |
RISE S-LINK RANK 7
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| …She was cute, so I figured she would sell. | She’s cute, huh? +0 | Jealous? +0 | That’s good, isn’t it? +0 |
| You like having such a cute underclassman, right? I’m an ex-idol, after all. | I’m happy. +2 | I’m miserable. +0 | That part doesn’t matter. +3 |
| Rise looks hopeless… | Cheer her up +3 | Move closer to her +3 | Laugh it off +3 [Level 5 Courage Required] |
RISE S-LINK RANK 8
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Senpai… I… I don’t know why I’m crying… | You mustn’t cry! +0 | Cry all you want. +0 |
| …You sense this is an important moment. There’s no turning back. | Hold her (ROMANCE ROUTE) | Stand there (FRIENDSHIP ROUTE) |
RISE S-LINK RANK 9
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| And yet… I felt so angry about it… Why do you think that is? | You regret leaving. +3 | You’re selfish. +3 | Risette is Rise, too. +3 |
RISE S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [ROMANCE]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I’ll ask the man himself! So—where do you hide them!? | What do you mean? +0 | You want to see? +0 | I don’t have any. +0 |
RISE S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [FRIENDSHIP]
You will automatically rank up your S-Link after meeting Rise.
Naoto Shirogane (Fortune)
“Prince Detective” Naoto Shirogane is a child prodigy and the fifth generation of the famed Shirogane detectives that Inaba’s police force has called to help investigate the recent murders. You will first encounter Naoto when following around Kanji days before his disappearance.
In an attempt to lure out the Serial Killer, Naoto uses herself as bait and is thrown into the TV world. After you and your teammates rescue her, she comes to terms with her insecurities about her gender and awakens her Persona. She then joins the Investigation Team to help identify the killer. Moreover, Naoto is also one of the Romanceable party members in Persona 4 Golden. Since she is a member of the Investigation team, leveling up her S-link will grant you the following benefits in battle:
| Rank | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assist | Wake an ally that’s been knocked down. |
| 3 | Follow Up | Chance to perform a follow-up attack. |
| 5 | Recover | Chance to cure ailments during a fight. |
| 7 | Endure | Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining. |
| 9 | Protect | Chance to take a fatal blow in Hero’s place and save his life. |
| 10 (Max) | Second Awakening | Transforms Sukuna-Hikona into Yamato-Takeru, which is Naoto’s ultimate Persona |
Naoto Shirogane S-Link Dialogue Options
The favorability of each dialogue option is denoted by the number of keynotes rewarded with each response.
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 1
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| What sort of person gave this to you? | A man with black sunglasses. +0 | A man who knew I knew you. +0 | A suspicious man. +0 |
| The man is most likely still here in Inaba. I cannot drag you further into this. | I can’t back out now. +0 | I gotta help. You’re a girl. +0 | Let’s go home together. +0 |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 2
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I’d chalk it up as a prank. | Really? +0 | I’m still worried about you. +0 | That’s no fun. +3 |
| …… | What happened? +0 | You don’t need to go home? +0 | A thief in a sleuth’s house?+0 |
| I don’t know about those, but my belongings aren’t of any particular value, so… | You should be careful. +3 | Who would want your stuff? +0 | Remember that card…? +3 |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 3
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naoto is holding a sealed letter… | A challenge for a duel? +3 | A challenge for a duel? +0 | That card business again…? +3 |
| How misleading… A sealed letter at a time like this… | You won’t read it? +0 | What if it’s from a guy? +0 | What’ll you do with it +0 |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 4
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naoto is holding a card… | Another love letter? +0 | Is it a guy this time? +0 | That ‘card’ again? +3 |
| I haven’t the time to waste on this… | That’s right. +0 | Why so uncomfortable? +0 | Running from a challenge? +0 |
| But… to ignore it only makes me angry! | Good luck. +3 | Let’s catch him together. +3 | – |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 5
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| *sigh* What should I do…? | Soak it. +0 | Burn it. +3 | Eat it. +0 |
| ‘Eating letters with a red face’…? This is… | A riddle. +0 | A mailbox. +3 | A goat. +0 |
| Grampa had this? Why did he keep it…? | What was that? +0 | Good, you got it back. +3 [Level 5 Understanding Required] | – |
| I, er… I think I’ll let this play out… And, umm, if possible… | I guess I’ll help. +3 | Let’s do it. +3 | You’re on your own. [REVERSES S-LINK] |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 6
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Why you, though…? | Because I looked reliable. +3 | Because we looked ‘close.’ +3 | Because I looked useless. +3 |
| When the banks close, the fruit tree grows. By the large seven at the third is the spot I chose… | 7 and 3 o’clock, maybe…? +0 | The phrasing is suspicious. +0 | The numbers are important. +3 |
| …… | I’m glad you’re a girl. [ROMANCE FLAG] | Your gender doesn’t matter. +3 | Nothing you can do. +0 |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 7
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perhaps the ‘minus’ part is important… | Maybe it’s a math problem. +0 | Check the other cards again? +0 | Subtract ’40’ and ‘4’? +3 |
| I feel that… I’m undergoing a change. | You’ll still be you. +0 | People change. +0 | Don’t be afraid. +3 |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 8
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| We may be able to catch him in the act. | You seem happy. +3 | Don’t put yourself at risk. +3 | I feel kinda sad. +3 |
| The man brandished a knife! | Protect Naoto. +3 [ROMANCE FLAG] | Run with Naoto. +0 [FRIENDSHIP ROUTE: End of Conversation] | Fight back. +0 [FRIENDSHIP ROUTE: End of Conversation] |
| Why…!? | Because I love you. [ROMANCE ROUTE] | Because we’re friends. [FRIENDSHIP ROUTE] | – |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 9
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A place I’d be fond of…? | Somewhere bright. +0 | Somewhere high. +3 | Somewhere quiet. +0 |
| Next, what I ‘can’t stand’ to do. There are several possibilities, but… | Cooking. +0 | Exercising. +0 | Throwing things away? +3 |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [ROMANCE]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| What about you? | Is it that interesting? +0 | Why don’t you sit down? +0 | I can’t relax… +0 |
| D-Do you find the pitch of my voice strange? | Whatever you prefer. +0 | I like it higher. +3 | – |
NAOTO S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [FRIENDSHIP]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| What about you? | It was a cinch. +0 | It was exciting. +0 | I was about to give up. +0 |
| Now you’re my assistant! | Leave it to me! +0 | I want a promotion. +0 | You’re MY assistant. +0 |
Marie (Aeon) [True Ending Requirement]
Marie is the first character of interest you encounter after coming to Inaba. She is a mysterious girl who has apparently lost all her memories and is currently being taken care of by Igor. With no memories or social skills, Marie requests you to show her different parts of Inaba to find clues about her origin. Marie is a brand new character exclusive to Persona 4 Golden, and completing her Social Link is mandatory for reaching the game’s True Ending.
Marie S-Link Dialogue Options
The favorability of each dialogue option is denoted by the number of keynotes rewarded with each response.
MARIE S-LINK RANK 1
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y’know… I feel weird. It’s like… nostalgic, for the smell and all. | Nostalgic? +0 | What smell? +0 | Because it’s the countryside. +0 |
| …You can’t eat without money? | Want me to pay for it? +0 | We can come back later. +0 | You’re kidding me, right? +0 |
| What? What’s going on here? Who’s this!? | She’s an acquaintance. +0 | She’s a friend. +0 | She’s my little sister. +0 |
| Hey, why’s it called ‘steak,’ anyway? Is it short for something? | It’s short for ‘beefsteak. +0 | It’s short for ‘Steak-out.’ +0 | It’s short for ‘Steaaaaaaaaak.’ +0 |
| …Your ‘partner’ is a funny person. | That he is. +0 | He’s just my friend. +0 | – |
| Are there any other places we can go? | I’ll show you around. +0 | You should go home now… +0 | Are you asking me to take you? +0 |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 2
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who’s this girl? She’s so cute? | An acquaintance. +0 | A friend. +0 | This is Marie. +0 |
| Maybe… Can you turn it to ‘StarScandalz’? | So you DO want one. +0 | Can you even watch it in that room? +0 | What kind of show is that…? +0 |
| Hey… Do you think I was ever like that? | Of course. +0 | You don’t remember? +0 | – |
| She also gave the name ‘Marie’… It’d be hard to get around without a name. | That must be rough. +0 | You’re kidding me, right? +0 | You can’t remember anything? +0 |
| But… I don’t know why, but this town is familiar to me. | Did you live here before? +0 | Do you remember anything else? +0 | – |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 3
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hey, what do you do in the city? | Play around. +3 | People-watch. +3 | There’s nothing to do. +3 |
| Chie, they might already have plans of their own. Don’t just assume they can come along at a moment’s notice. | I don’t mind. +0 | If you want to. +3 | – |
| Chie is holding a green shirt… | I think it’s good. +0 | That’s green, you know. +0 | – |
| Yukiko has a crimson skirt in her hands… | I think it’s good. +0 | That’s an eye-catching color. +0 | – |
| Why don’t we all go together, then? The four of us! | Of course. +0 | If you want to. +0 | – |
| Well… I don’t really know. The meaning of friendship…? Hmmm… | There’s meaning. +0 | You’ll know once you have one. +0 | – |
| Huh…? Me too? | Let’s hurry. +3 | You’re not going? +3 | It’ll sell out. +3 |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 4
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| You don’t get tired of it? | It’s fun. +3 | It’s pretty much my duty. +3 | It’s pretty much my duty. +0 |
| What are you guys doing? Out on a stroll? | I’m showing her the school. +0 | Come with us. +0 | – |
| ..I don’t get it. Do Green and Red do that, too? | Of course. +0 | You spend youth with everyone. +0 | – |
| Face yourself… | Let it go. +0 | Let’s spend our youths. +0 | Wondering about your “true self”? +0 |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 5
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O… Old-timer!? | I see what you mean. +0 | Kanji isn’t that old. +0 | – |
| I heard about her from Margaret. ‘Someone even I can’t handle | It’s not quite like that. +0 | That’s about right. +0 | – |
| What did you just say…? | Sub-buttle. +0 | Subtle. +0 | – |
| …I wanna be like that. | I’ll help. +0 | How? +0 | Good luck. +0 |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 6
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| So about my memories… What do you think I should do? | Are there any clues? +0 | I don’t know. +0 | First, meditate. +0 |
| …Will this help? | It’s made of bamboo. +3 | Is it sold somewhere? +3 | – |
| What store here might deal in old combs like that…? | Tatsumi Textiles. +0 | Marukyu Tofu. +0 | Junes. +0 |
| Huh? Wait… Don’t tell me the two of you are on a date… | It’s not like that. +0 | We have business here. +0 | Of course, it’s a date. +0 |
| So, what do you want from me? You need me to figure out where this thing came from? | Can you? +0 | Anything will help. +0 | – |
| Marie grimaces… | Do you remember something? +0 | Does your stomach hurt? +0 | – |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 7
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The lady at the store said this comb was something special. | She said it was old. +0 | She never saw anything like it. +0 | – |
| …That doesn’t make sense. What are they going to use them for? | They’re works of art. +3 | They’re antiques. +3 | – |
| Who around here would know about art and antiques…? | Old Man Daidara +0 | Old Lady Shiroku +0 | Aiya Owner +0 |
| Ooooh! Looks like I’ve stumbled across a big scoop… Well? Welllll? | It’s not like that. +0 | And you two? +0 | – |
| What are you two doing here? Oh… Shopping, I guess? | At this store? +0 | We’re doing some research. +0 | – |
| This is a very unique comb. What about it? | We want to learn about it. +0 | Do you know anything about it? +0 | – |
| Marie looks like she’s in pain… | Are you all right? +0 | Don’t strain yourself. +0 | Do you remember something? +0 |
| Something pops up… then just disappears! Just when I had it…! | Calm down. +0 | Let’s try again. +0 | Take it easy. +0 |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 8
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| *sigh* | Does your head hurt again? +0 | What about the comb? +0 | – |
| There’s no point in trying to look for any answers, and in the end, I couldn’t figure anything out anyway. | Don’t give up. +0 | Are you giving up? +0 | Coward. +0 |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 9
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I had fun then. Take me there again sometime, okay? | You remember. +0 | You remember. +0 | That’s a memory. +0 |
| Hey, can we make more? More memories… | I’ll help. +3 | It’s up to you. +3 | Don’t forget ’em. +3 |
| …Why? | Because I love you. [ROMANCE FLAG] | Because you’re my friend. [FRIENDSHIP ROUTE: End of Conversation] | – |
| …I won’t believe just words. | Hug her. [ROMANCE ROUTE] | Don’t hug her. [REVERT TO FRIENDSHIP ROUTE] | – |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [ROMANCE]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marie is looking around your room… | What’s wrong? +3 | Bored? +3 | Don’t snoop around. +3 |
| Memories so fun, I won’t care about the past anymore. | Leave it to me. +3 | Lots of memories won’t do it. +3 | – |
MARIE S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX) [FRIENDSHIP]
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| I wouldn’t have been able to do that on my own. I only realized that because of you. | I’m not hearing a ‘thank you. +0 | It was fun. +3 |
Tohru Adachi (Jester/Hunger) [True Ending Requirement]
Tohru Adachi is a goofy and bumbling cop that you befriend through your Detective uncle, Ryotaro Dojima. Since Adachi is Dojima’s partner, he is also actively investigating the serial murders happening across Inaba.
However, Adachi does not seem too serious about his job, given you can often find him slacking off around Junes. Having said that, his true personality may not be as shallow and uninteresting as he presents it. And completing his Social Link is necessary for experiencing the game’s True Ending.
Tohru Adachi S-Link Dialogue Options
The favorability of each dialogue option is denoted by the number of keynotes rewarded with each response.
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 1
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| It’s not like the city at all. | You can say that again. +0 | It’s not so bad. +0 |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 2
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| I live alone, so taking care of dinner can be pretty tedious. | Why? +0 | You can’t eat? +0 |
| Adachi doesn’t seem to lead a nutritionally balanced life… | No one makes you dinner? +0 | Want me to make you dinner? +0 |
| And she’ll talk your ear off if you let her… it’s so annoying. | She cares about you. +0 | That does sound annoying. +3 |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 3 (Only Available at Nighttime)
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh, uh, sorry for using you like that. You were a big help. | Why don’t you come over for real? +2 | You shouldn’t lie to her. +0 | I was a big…kelp? +0 |
| But Dojima-san’s still at work, right? Does that mean it’ll be just us? Isn’t that weird? | I’m a good cook. +3 | Nanako will be happy. +2 | – |
| When I was in high school, I never gave cooking a single thought. | What did you do instead? +0 | What kind of student were you? +0 | – |
| But that works out when you’re a student. | Is having a job hard? +0 | Is having a job hard? +0 | – |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 4
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| I bet Dojima-san tells you all the time what a great help you are! | Yeah, he does. +0 | Nope. +2 |
| Wow! you’re the best, Adachi-san! | That was a surprise. +3 | That was a surprise. +2 |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 5 (Only Available at Nighttime)
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don’t worry about that. We have to be efficient here. | You’re right. +3 | She won’t learn anything that way. +0 | Is that how you do your job, too? +0 |
| What about you? Don’t you have anything you want me to draw a flower on? | Nope, nothing. +0 | I don’t want one. +0 | – |
| Eeesh. That’s certainly going to put a damper on her choices. | What do you mean? +0 | You take that back. +0 | – |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 6
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 | Response Option 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| But I guess that’s what it’s like for a high schooler. Enjoy it while you can. | You’re slacking off again? +0 | I’m busy enough, thanks. +0 | – |
| But as long as he’s here, I don’t have to talk to her, so that’s a relief. | Good for you. +0 | Does it make you sad? +0 | What a miserable old woman. +0 |
| I like being alone. It’s easy, and it lets me do whatever I want. | That’s true. +3 | But doesn’t it get lonely? +0 | – |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 7 (Triggered Automatically after Rescuing Nanako from Heaven)
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| You can go home and rest, even if it’s just for a little while. | I’ll be all right. +0 | I’ll do that. +0 |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 8 (Triggered Automatically on 12/3)
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| His wounds opened up a little, but he’s treated now, and he’s fast asleep. | Thank you. +0 | I’m not worried. +0 |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 9 (Hunger Arcana)
Adachi’s Social Link diverges from this point on onwards. When prompted to see him alone or bring backup, choose “Go see him Alone.” None of the dialogue choices in that scene matter, as they are all confrontational in nature. After this conversation, his Jester Arcana will change to Hunger Arcana. The prompt for Rank 9 Hunger Arcana will begin after you defeat Ameno-Sagiri.
| Dialogue | Response Option 1 | Response Option 2 |
|---|---|---|
| We have the same power, but things turned out so differently for us… | It’s because I had my friends. +0 | You can still start over. +0 |
ADACHI S-LINK RANK 10 (MAX)
After reading Adachi’s letter, your Hunger S-Link will automatically level up to Rank 10.
Wish to learn more about Persona 4 Golden? Then check out our guides on All Trophies and Achievements, All Side Quests, All Part-Time Jobs, and All Classroom Answers in Persona 4 Golden.
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