Persona 3 Reload Mutatsu Old Monk Tower Social Link Guide, Know The Social Link Responses to Mutatsu

This guide provides information on progressing the Tower Social Link with Mutatsu, the Old Monk, in Persona 3 Reload, offering dialogue responses and point details for each rank.

by Naveenkumar | Updated Feb 05, 2024

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Persona 3 Reload

Persona 3 Reload is a video game created by Atlus, released on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S on February 2, 2024. It's a remake of Persona 3, the fourth main game in the Persona series, and part of the larger Megami Tensei franchise.

In this role-playing game, players control a high school student who gains the ability to summon a Persona, a manifestation of their inner spirit. The protagonist joins the Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad (S.E.E.S.) to defeat Shadows and unravel the mystery of the Dark Hour. The story revolves around returning to the protagonist's home city, haunted by the tragic death of their parents in a car crash.

As requested by fans after the success of Persona 5, Persona 3 Reload started development in 2019 and was officially announced in June 2023. The remake faithfully retells the original Persona 3 story with updated graphics, new music by Atsushi Kitajoh, and character designs by Azusa Shimada under the supervision of Shigenori Soejima. The game features vocals from Azumi Takahashi and Lotus Juice.

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Persona 3 Reload Mutatsu Old Monk Tower Social Link Guide

Unlocking Mutatsu's Social Link:

After reaching level four in the Strength Social Link in Persona 3 Reload, you can access the Tower Social Link late at night. Talk to Yuko to learn about the Old Monk, who will appear in a specific location.

Initiating the Quest:

To start the Mutatsu social link questline, ensure you have Courage rank two and enter Club Escapade at Paulownia Mall at night. Check the map for the Monk's icon, indicating his presence, and talk to him to kick off the quest.

Getting the Drink Order:

After talking to the Monk, he will ask you to get him a drink. Go downstairs and find the bartender, initiating the quest. The correct drink order is Margarita, Bloody Mary, Screwdriver, and Oolong tea.

Mutatsu's Persona 3 Reload Social Link Responses 

During Mutatsu's Persona 3 Reload Tower Social Link, choose responses wisely:

  • Rank two: None of your business. How should I address you?
  • Rank three: I don’t have any friends.
  • Rank four: Yeah, that might look cool.
  • Rank five: I have enough. No.
  • Rank six: You should go home. Do you have any coworkers?
  • Rank seven: You probably shouldn’t…
  • Rank eight: Dad? None of your business. It doesn’t matter what you choose.
  • Rank nine: It doesn’t matter what you choose.
  • Rank 10: That’s awesome!

Persona 3 Reload Gameplay

Persona 3 Reload is an updated version of the original game, blending traditional role-playing and social simulation gameplay. It brings aesthetic, graphical, and mechanical improvements inspired by later Persona series entries, particularly Persona 5. The game retains the core story of the protagonist summoning Personas to battle Shadows during the mysterious Dark Hour.

Graphical user interface enhancements include objective descriptions for story tasks and an improved map, resembling Persona 5's features. New gameplay additions include expanded activities in the Iwatodai Dorm, allowing interactions with dorm residents, cooking, gardening, watching films, and reading books to enhance social stats. The protagonist can also engage in these activities with party members, providing buffs for combat.

Exploration in Gekkoukan High School and Tartarus has been revamped. In-class questions are new, and exploration is now in a third-person perspective with free camera control. The overworld map is fully rendered in 3D, and fast travel options have been expanded.

Persona 3 Reload introduces a new social element separate from Social Links, featuring side-story arcs for supporting characters. Tartarus retains its structure but offers more environmental variety and visual effects. The fatigue mechanic is removed, allowing uninterrupted exploration.

In battles, players can control party members directly or let the CPU dictate their behavior. The user interface is inspired by Persona 5, with commands like "Persona," "Item," "Guard," and "Attack." New commands, such as "Survey" and "Assist," are introduced. The "Shift" ability enables passing turns between party members. The "Baton Pass" skill from Persona 5 is adapted as "Shift," allowing strategic enemy knockdowns.

Shuffle Time, the post-battle minigame, allows players to manually choose a card for additional Personas and effects. Overall, Persona 3 Reload combines familiar elements with improvements for an enhanced gaming experience.

Persona 3 Reload Plot

The protagonist moves to Gekkoukan High School and experiences a mysterious hour called the Dark Hour. Attacked by Shadows, he gains the power of Persona and joins SEES, a group fighting Shadows in Tartarus. They discover Tartarus' origin and the impending danger of Nyx, a force that could end the world. A deceptive plan is revealed, leading to a critical decision – sacrifice one for blissful ignorance or face the challenge to save humanity. If spared, SEES confronts Nyx, and with the power of "Universe," the protagonist seals Nyx away.

Set after the protagonist's death, SEES finds themselves trapped, and March 31 repeats. They uncover the Abyss of Time responsible for the time skips. Aigis gains the Wild Card ability, and SEES fights to end the time skip. Keys are obtained, offering a choice: unlock the door or travel back in time. Infighting arises, and a new door reveals their true purpose – preventing Erebus from summoning Nyx. SEES defeats Erebus, realizes the cyclical nature of despair, and decides to embrace life, honoring the protagonist's sacrifice.

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Persona 3 Reload Overview

Title

Persona 3 Reload 

Developer

P-Studio

Publisher

Sega (JP: Atlus)

Director

Takuya Yamaguchi

Producer

Kazuhisa Wada, Ryota Niitsuma

Artist

Azusa Shimada, Tomohiro Kumagai, Shigenori Soejima

Composer

Atsushi Kitajoh

Series

Persona

Engine

Unreal Engine 4

Platform

PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S

Release Date

February 2, 2024

Genre

Role-playing, social simulation

Mode

Single-player

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Persona 3 Reload Mutatsu Old Monk Tower Social Link Guide-FAQs

1. How do I start Mutatsu's Tower Social Link in Persona 3 Reload?

Visit Club Escapade at Paulownia Mall at night with a Courage rank of two, and look for the Monk when a social card icon appears on the map.

2. What drink orders should I choose when talking to the bartender for Mutatsu's Social Link?

Margarita, Bloody Mary, Screwdriver, Oolong tea, in that order.

3. What are the dialogue choices for Rank 2 in Mutatsu's Social Link?

 "None of your business" grants 3 points with a matching Persona, and 2 points without.

4. Which responses should I choose in Mutatsu's Social Link to maximize points at Rank 3?

Selecting "I don't have friends" earns 3 points with a matching Persona and 2 points without.

5. What is the best Persona arcana to bring when spending time with Mutatsu?

Bring a Persona of the Tower arcana to gain an additional point of affinity for each favorable response during the social link.