Navigating the bonds in Persona 3 Reload is essential for strengthening your persona fusions, and the Hierophant Social Link with the elderly couple, Bunkichi and Mitsuko, offers one of the most heartwarming storylines in the game. Found at Bookworms Used Books in the Iwatodai Strip Mall, this pair provides consistent opportunities to gain Social Link points quickly throughout the week. Understanding how to unlock their arcana and choose the best dialogue options ensures smooth rank progression without wasting valuable daytime slots.
Unlocking the Hierophant Social Link
To initiate the Hierophant arcana with Bunkichi and Mitsuko, players must visit Bookworms after April 25th. During your initial conversation, they will mention a sentimental persimmon tree located at Gekkoukan High School. Head to the school's laboratory hallway, inspect the corridor tree to obtain a Persimmon Leaf, and return it to the bookstore to unlock Rank 1.
Best Dialogue Answers for Fast Leveling
Maximizing your rank progress requires selecting empathetic and supportive responses during rank-up events. Always carry a Persona of the Hierophant Arcana in your active inventory to earn bonus point multipliers for every correct answer choice. Reminiscing about their late son, showing respect for their bookstore, and offering encouraging words during emotional scenes will yield the maximum amount of affection points.
Managing Rank Progression and Tartarus Events
Unlike many school-based Social Links, Bunkichi and Mitsuko are available every day except Mondays, making them ideal to visit when school is out of session. However, players must pay attention to missing person notifications later in the game, as Bunkichi can become trapped in Tartarus. Rescuing him promptly ensures that your bond is not temporarily blocked and allows you to reach Rank 10 to unlock the ultimate Hierophant fusion, Kohryu.
