Persona 3 Reload Social Stats Guide: How to Increase Charm, Courage, and Academics

Discover how to increase all social stats in Persona 3 Reload in this comprehensive guide.

Persona 3 Reload Social Stats Guide: How to Increase Charm, Courage, and Academics
Persona 3 Reload Social Stats Guide

In Persona 3 Reload, players need to increase the protagonist's Charm, Courage, and Academics stats to unlock social links, jobs, and dialogue options. This guide provides tips on how to increase all Persona 3 Reload social stats.

How Social Stats Work in Persona 3 Reload

Persona 3 Reload How to Increase Social Stats
Persona 3 Social Stats

Social stats in Persona 3 Reload can be leveled up to rank 6, with rank 1 being the base level. Each rank unlocks new abilities and choices. For example, reaching rank 4 Courage unlocks the "Tough" level, allowing the protagonist to perform better in battles.

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Academics

  • Rank 1: Slacker
  • Rank 2: Average
  • Rank 3: Above Average
  • Rank 4: Smart
  • Rank 5: Intelligent
  • Rank 6: Genius

Charm

  • Rank 1: Plain
  • Rank 2: Unpolished
  • Rank 3: Ordinary
  • Rank 4: Smooth
  • Rank 5: Popular
  • Rank 6: Charismatic

Courage

  • Rank 1: Timid
  • Rank 2: Ordinary
  • Rank 3: Determined
  • Rank 4: Tough
  • Rank 5: Fearless
  • Rank 6: Badass

Activities around Iwatodai and Port Island Station give different point increases depending on the cost and difficulty. Consistently choosing stat-boosting options will quickly maximize the protagonist's abilities.

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How to Increase Charm in Persona 3 Reload

Persona 3 Reload Social Stats Guide
Persona 3 Reload How to Increase Charm

Building the protagonist's Charm unlocks social links and dialogue choices. Reach rank 3 Charm to start the Tower social link and access Club Escapade. Here's how to increase your charm:

Activity Points

Watch "Smile at the Eiffel Tower" at the movie theater (Tuesdays, After School)

+2 Charm

Eat Pork Ramen at Hagakure Ramen (After School, Evening)

+2 Charm

Play "High School of Youth" at Game Parade (Thursdays, After School, Evening)

+2 Charm

Answer class questions correctly at school (Mornings, Afternoons)

+1 Charm

Drink Pheromone Coffee at Chagall Cafe (Evening)

+1 Charm

Work part-time at Chagall Cafe (Evening)

+1 Charm

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How to Increase Academics in Persona 3 Reload

Persona 3 Reload Social Stats Guide
Persona 3 Reload How to Increase Academics

Higher Academics allow the protagonist to answer more school questions correctly for stat boosts. Academics also unlock social links and part-time jobs. Here's how to increase your academics:

Activity Points

Make ¥10,000 monetary offering at Naganaki Shrine (After School)

+3 Academics

Eat Prodigy Platter at Wakatsu Restaurant (Evening, not Tuesdays)

+2 Academics

Play "You're the Answer" at Game Parade (Wednesdays, After School, Evening) 

+2 Academics

Study in the dorm room (Evening, Afternoon on days off)

+1 Academics

Study at school library (After School) 

+1 Academics

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How to Increase Courage in Persona 3 Reload

Persona 3 Reload Social Stats Guide
Persona 3 Reload How to Increase Courage

Increasing the protagonist's Courage will make him perform better in combat. Courage also unlocks social links and locations. Here's how to increase your courage:

Activity Points

Play "House of the Deceased" at Game Parade (Tuesdays, After School)

+2 Courage

Eat Mystery Burger at Wild Duck Burger (After School, Evening, not Thursdays)

+2 Courage

Watch "The School of No Wonder" at the movie theater (Thursdays, After School)

+2 Courage

Sing karaoke solo at Mandragora (After School, Evening)

+1 Courage

Drink medicine from school nurse (After School)

+1 Courage

Work part-time at Chagall Cafe (Evening)

+1 Courage

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