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Though not one of the central characters inPersona 3 Portable, Hidetoshi Odagiri is a member of the Student Council at Gekkoukan High School in P3P, and he’s determined to follow school rules to theletter. Your social link with him will see you exploring what it means to have order in the school.
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A member of the Disciplinary Committee as well, Hidetoshi finds that his fellow students are reluctant to befriend him, being a real stickler for the rules. For a little help in getting closer to Hidetoshi in P3P and maxing your Emperor social link, read on ahead.
This guide may contain spoilers for the subplot of Persona 3 Portable.
How To Unlock The Emperor Social Link
The Social Link with Hidetoshi Odagiri in Persona 3 Portable doesn’t change much whether you’ve chosen the male or female protagonist.
Hidetoshi’s Social Link willunlock automaticallybeginning on5/6after you’re signed up for the Student Council.
To join Student Council, head to theFaculty Officeto speak toMs. Toriumito confirm your interest. At any point after this, you’re able to access the Student Council room on days the council meets.
When you hang out with Hidetoshi at Student Council, be sure to bring aPersona of the Emperor arcana.
Doing so offers a free bonus point for picking an answer that Hidetoshi likes.
How To Rank Up Hidetoshi’s Social Link
As you may suspect by his tone in most scenes, Hidetoshi is an avid believer in following the rules, no matter what. You’ll find that the majority of answers that award points with him are the ones that see your character doing the same.
Points Earned With A Matching Persona
(Chihiro) “I’m a sophomore, and um… I’m still learning the ropes, so… please be patient with me, (Protagonist)-san.”
“Nice to meet you all.”
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“I’ll do my best.”
“Some students feel the school uniform should be abolished, and they’re recruiting supporters…”
“I kinda agree.”
“How pointless.”
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“Did something happen?”
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“You shouldn’t fight.”
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“You look like you want to say something…”
“You’re overdoing it.”
“Working hard, huh?”
“…(Protagonist)-kun, were you there the whole time?”
“They were all mean.”
“Don’t suspect everyone.”
“It’s actually kind of nice not having those hyenas around.”
“You’re not going home?”
“What do you mean?”
“… As you can see, the meeting’s over, so you can leave if you want.”
“I’ll stay here longer.”
“I’ll help out, too!”
“… About the smoker’s punishment, that is.”
“A proper punishment.”
“A strict punishment.”
(Chihiro) “Um… What happened to Hidetoshi-san?”
“I don’t know…”
“I’m not the culprit.”
“You defended me?”
“I rambled on about rules and fairness, but all I really proved was that I was desperate for power…”
“Don’t blame yourself.”
“It’s good you realize that.”
“Um… How’d I do?”
“They were praising you.”
“It went well.”
“Here, I want you to have this.”
“Thank you.”
“I’ll treasure it.”
Although he willconfess his loveto the female protagonist, this doesn’t happen untilafter his Social Linkprogression has ended.
Because of this, Hidetoshi isnot one of the FeMC’s romance options.
