The Persona 5 Royal universe is full of complex worlds and interesting stories. These detailed expanses are fuelled by the variety of unique characters, of whom Makoto Niijima is best girl.
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If players are looking to max out the Priestess social link of ‘Queen’ and establish a strong (maybe even romantic) bond with Makoto, gifts are the way to this girls heart. To help players woo this strong, capable woman, here is a compiled list of the ten best gifts that Joker can give to this fan favourite character.
10 Designer Perfume
Almost every girl would love to receive designer perfume as a gift. Makoto Niijima is no different. Designer perfume is definitely a gift suitable for this Priestess. It offers a +3 Boost to a players relationship with her and even has a unique reaction, where Makoto tells Joker how much she loves it. Whilst it might not be the cheapest gift on the market at 7800 Yen, it’s hard to put a price on true love. If Joker has the cash to splash and finds himself in the Underground Mall, the designer perfume is definitely a gift worth picking up.
9 Motorbike Figure
Makoto is introduced to the player as the diligent student council president of Shujin Academy who is tasked with rooting out the Phantom Thieves. Her goody-two-shoes reputation with her peers comes across alienating and as a ‘teacher’s pet’ before she awakens to her Persona and joins the team of outlaws.
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When Makoto unlocks Johanna, her Persona based on the legendary Pope Joan, she takes the form of a silver motorbike. Joker can honour this momentous occasion by buying Makoto a motorbike figure from Akihabara for 3600 Yen. This gives players a +3 Boost to her Confidant and also comes with a unique reaction.
8 Heart Ring
If players are looking to romance this feisty tactical genius of the Phantom Thieves, the Heart Ring from Tsurukame Diamond in the Underground Mall is a sure-fire gift to woo the beautiful Priestess arcana.
The Heart Ring is an effective way for players to break through Makoto’s hard-working and focused nature, which makes the steep price tag worth it. If Joker has 88000 Yen to spare, this beautiful piece of jewellery can be used to proclaim a romantic love for Makoto and will give a +3 Boost to your relationship.
7 Heart Necklace
If a Heart Ring feels like too much of a commitment for the 17-year-old Joker, a Heart Necklace is a budget option to romance Makoto. It offers a +3 Boost to your relationship and can be found from Tsurukame Diamond in the Underground Mall. This adorable option is a stark contrast to the tough leather that 'Queen' sports, but stylish nonetheless. Unlike the aforementioned Heart Ring, this piece of jewellery comes in at 68,000 Yen. It is still a pricey option, especially for a teenager, but you can’t put a price on love. Luckily, there’s no end to the number of places in Shibuya looking to hire a teenager with no qualifications for part-time work, so Joker best get to applying if he wants to woo this girl!
6 Rose Bouquet
Makoto Niijima is voiced by Cherami Leigh in the English localization of Persona 5 Royal. She has been quoted as describing Makoto's character as "unconventional". But what girl wouldn‘t want to be romantically swept off their feet with a huge bouquet of red roses? Makoto may be ‘unconventional’, but she is no different.
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In Persona 5, this gorgeous bouquet of flowers would offer players a +3 Boost to their relationship. However, the rebalancing of gifts in Persona 5 Royal means that the Rose bouquet will now only offer a +2 Boost. But is there anything more romantic than a floral arrangement from your beloved? Joker can find these flowers in Shinjuku at Night for 2400 Yen.
5 Book Cover
A great gift option for the studious (nerd) Makoto Niijima, this book cover is the perfect gift. This Book Cover will surely help her study to become the next Police Commissioner. Who knows, it might even help her gain the approval of her cold-hearted sister, Sae Niijima. In Persona 5, this thoughtful gift would net players a +3 Boost to their social link. However, much like many of the gift options in Persona 5 Royal, the Book Cover has been demoted to a +2 Boost.
It is still a fairly affordable option for Joker, coming in at 3000 Yen. So, if players want to show a little appreciation for this ferocious and intelligent bookworm, look no further than the Underground Mall.
4 Flower Basket
There’s only one thing nicer than receiving flowers, and that’s receiving a whole basket of them! This gorgeous floral arrangement isn’t quite as romantic as a huge bouquet of red roses, and it costs the same as the Rose Bouquet (2400 Yen). It can be found in Shinjuku at Night.
The only difference is that the Rose Bouquet is only if players choose a romance path. If Makoto isn’t for you, this dainty Flower Basket is still an excellent choice to max out her social link. In Persona 5 Royal, the Flower Basket will net Joker a +2 Boost to their social link with the Priestess. Who can blame her?
3 Mini Cactus
If players have ever spoken to a girl, they will know that a mini cactus is the way to their hearts. This cute little mini cactus will definitely have a spot on Makoto’s desk as she studies late at night and is the perfect, low-maintenance gift for this busy school president.
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In Persona 5, this gift would have been a sure-fire way to win Makoto’s heart, with a +3 Boost to your relationship. Unfortunately, it’s been demoted in Persona 5 Royal and will now only offer a +2 boost. It’s still super cute and a thoughtful present though. So, if Joker ever finds himself in the Underground Mall with a spare 1600 Yen, the mini cactus is a good thing to pick up.
2 Fountain Pen
For a lover who is so fastidious in her school work, a nice pen is an absolute must. Both practical and stylish, this is a thoughtful gift for Makoto. Even better, it will net players a +2 Boost to the Priestess social link. It might sound like a nerdy and useless gift that nobody would want. But if you’ve ever used a fancy pen, it’s hard to go back to a normal ballpoint after a while. Trust us.
It’s definitely one of the more expensive +2 gifts that you can give to Makoto. The Fountain Pen can be found in Shinjuku for 8000 Yen. But, if players really want to show they know Makoto, this is the gift to do so.
1 All-purpose Vitamins
Some players might be worried that Makoto spends too much time studying. This means she might not have enough time to get the vitamins she needs to live a healthy life. These supplements might be the perfect gift to show that Joker cares about her health. That might be the most romantic thing in video game history. They offer a +2 Boost to your social link and can be found in Shibuya for 4500 Yen.
If players aren’t sure about the legality or ethical practice of Tae Takemi’s back-alley practice in Yongen-Jaya, these All-purpose Vitamins might be a better shout. Some might call Makoto ‘uptight’ for being wary of the shady practice, others might call it ‘sensible’. Either way, these vitamins are (probably) tested and safe to purchase.