Persona 5 Royal: Best Ways to Get EXP

Leveling Up in Persona 5 Royal: A Comprehensive Guide to Rapid XP Gain

Leveling up is crucial in Persona 5 Royal, as under-leveled players will struggle against late-game bosses. This guide details efficient experience farming methods, leveraging both new and existing features in Persona 5 Royal.

Boosting XP with Accessories and Confidants:

• Team Glasses: Equip the free DLC Team Glasses accessory on each party member for a 15% EXP boost. Note that backline members receive less EXP.

• Mishima Yuuki's Confidant (The Moon Arcana): Reaching Rank 3 and 5 in Mishima's Confidant grants backup members increased EXP. Rank 10 ensures they receive the same EXP as frontline fighters. Remember to choose dialogue options he favors and bring a Moon Arcana Persona. Completing Mishima's Mementos missions is essential for Confidant progression.

Mementos Optimization:

• Jose's Cognition System: Jose in Mementos allows you to boost EXP, money, or item rewards. Using Stamps (obtained from flowers and Stamp Stations) to increase Mementos EXP to 110% costs 5 Stamps, while 200% requires 12. There are 165 Stamps in total.

Confronting the Reaper:

• Reaper's Level and Strategy: The Reaper, a powerful enemy, appears in Mementos after prolonged stays on a floor. He's level 85 with high stats. Defeating him yields significant EXP and money. Aim for level 60 or higher before engaging. Utilize defense-boosting skills and Makarakarn to reflect magic attacks. Izanagi-no-Okami (Picaro) users can exploit Concentrate, Heat Riser, and Myriad Truths for massive Almighty damage.

Treasure Demon Farming:

• Summoning and Defeating: Treasure Demons are harmless Shadows that flee after a few turns. They are vulnerable to Almighty attacks. Use Shinya's Rank 1 ability, Down Shot, for an All-Out Attack, or a high-crit attack like Morgana's Miracle Punch (if not nullified). Treasure Traps increase encounter rates. Crafting requires 2x Silk Yarn, 3x Plant Balm, and 1x Cork Bark.

Utilizing Persona EXP Skills:

• Growth Skill: Unequipped Personas normally don't gain EXP. The Growth skill mitigates this: Growth 1 (¼ EXP), Growth 2 (½ EXP), Growth 3 (full EXP). Izanagi Picaro provides Growth 3 via the Electric Chair. Growth 2 can be obtained by spending time with Caroline and Justine at Miura Beach (September 2nd-29th, post-event 6).

Insta-Kill with Ryuji's Confidant:

• Unlocking and Using: Reaching Rank 7 in Ryuji's Confidant unlocks Insta-kill, allowing instant Shadow defeat if Joker's level is 10 levels higher (indicated by a green outline using the Third Eye). Successful Insta-kills provide items, yen, EXP, and potentially a Persona.

By strategically employing these methods, you can significantly accelerate your leveling process in Persona 5 Royal, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable gameplay experience.