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One of the founding members of SEES and a pivotal member of it, Mitsuru Kirijo is all business inPersona 3 Portable. Though she won’t join the combat party until a little ways into the game, her support is pivotal both on the front linesandbehind the scenes.
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Her social link is the Empress arcana, fitting for a woman as in-charge as Mitsuru. As the male protagonist, you end up dating her by default, but she’s still worth getting to know regardless. If you’re looking to get closer to Mitsuru in P3P, we’ve got everything you’ll need to know.
This guide will contain spoilers for the plot and subplot of Persona 3 Portable.

How To Unlock The Empress Social Link
While you meet Mitsuru on your very first night at Iwatodai Dormitory, it takes quite a long time to actually unlock her social link.
The first day on which both protagonists are able to begin Mitsuru’s social link is11/21.

However, it might not be a bad thing that you’ve got to wait so long, as Mitsuru will require you to have reachedRank 6 (Max) Academicsbefore you can spend free time with her.
We’ve got a fullGuide to Social Statsif you’d like some help raising your Academics stat in P3P, but what it boils down to is, be sure tostudy.

Mitsuru’s Social Link In Persona 3 Portable
Below, you’ll find a list of every scene from Mitsuru’s social link. You’ll likely have finished several social links by the time you unlock hers, so it ought to be easy to make time for her.
The Empress social link is notedlydifferent between the protagonists, asthemale protagonist dates each of his female social linksby default.
Be sure you’re following along with the correct protagonist in the tables!
Points Earned WithoutA Matching Persona
Both Male and Female Protagonists
“Please tell me what the etiquette here is. Are there any customs I need to follow…?”
“Make a lot of noise.”
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“Add a lot of spice.”
“Eat your food quickly.”
“Drink all the soup.”
“… Does that make me strange?”
“Yeah, totally.”
“No, not at all.”
“Is this your first time?”
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“Can you eat with your hands?”
3
“Do you know how to eat?”
Treat her to takoyaki
Ask her to treat you
“Perhaps he’s just maturing…”
“Does that make you sad?”
“Does that make you happy?”
“I can’t explain why, though…”
“Maybe you’re in love.”
“Maybe you’re anxious.”
“Maybe you’re sad.”
“Sorry for subjecting you to my incoherent ramblings… Please forget what I just said.”
Cheer her on
Agree to forget about it
“I’ll treat you.”
“Anyways, let’s eat.”
“That’s anxiety.”
“I think you’re lonely…”
“I’m behind you 100%.”
“Okay, I will.”
“Soon, we’ll be looking back nostalgically on these times…”
“Are you going to college?”
“Did something happen?”
“What are your thoughts on marriage?”
“It’s the result of love.”
“It’s a social agreement.”
“It’s based on compromise.”
“Do you disagree?”
“Do you have a boyfriend?”
“That’s a tough one.”
“What’s next for you?”
“You seem troubled…”
“To be with your true love.”
“… I never considered it.”
“The end of your life.”
“But your boyfriend…”
“I don’t know…”
Male Protagonist
“I find it interesting that so much thought is put into the design and construction of a movie theater.”
“… Said the rich girl.”
“I’m glad you enjoyed it.”
“She’s also more suited to ride a motorcycle…”
“A motorcycle?”
“And you’re not?”
“Let’s go for a ride.”
Female Protagonist
“… you may have ‘bored’ written all over your face without having to consider the feelings of others.”
“Was it boring?”
“What’s it usually like?”
“You may be more suited to ride a motorcycle than me…”
“You’re giving up riding?”
“Motorcycles seem dangerous.”
“Can I ride with you someday?”
“Looking for a specific book?”
“Can I get a book for you?”
“What are you doing?”
“It’s the best solution for everyone involved.”
“You gotta be kidding…”
“That’s news to me!”
“So, I won’t run from my destiny.”
“You have to reconsider.”
“I’ll do something about it.”
“Looking for something?”
“Not feeling well?”
“What are you researching?”
“You’re kidding, right!?”
“It’s the first I’ve heard…”
“You should reconsider!”
“I think it’s okay to run.”
“Or, is that being selfish?”
“Let’s do it!”
“Are you sure it’s okay?”
“When you’re with me… what do you think?”
“What do you mean?”
“I enjoy myself.”
“Somewhere far away, where no one knows who you are?”
“No, I don’t think so.”
“Yes, definitely.”
Say something to the guy
Mitsuru is leaving… What will you do?
Stop her
Grab her fiance
“I have.”
“I haven’t.”
“I am… a fool.”
“That’s not true.”
“Don’t blame yourself.”
“Senpai, calm down…”
“How dare you!?”
“Please excuse me.”
Senpai, let’s run!""
(Well-Dressed Man) “I advise you never come near Mitsuru again, little missy.”
“I refuse.”
“It’s none of your business.”
“I’m so sorry about what happened the other day.”
“What are you talking about?”
“Don’t worry about it.”
“That makes me happy.”
“I’m so sorry about what happened the other day. It must have upset you.”
“How so?”
“It didn’t bother me.”
“You were cool.”
“… I can’t wait until then.”
“I can ride a motorcycle.”
“I’ll sit on the back.”
“I’ll do my best.”
Let me ride on the back!""
Follow along with the dialogue suggestions above, and you’ll have maxed out Mitsuru’s social link in Persona 3 Portable!