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Ichiko Ohya is a journalist in who offers to write articles about the Phantom Thieves in exchange for information about them from Joker. What🌳 begins as a friendship of mutual interest quickly grows into Joker seeing a different side of Ohya than the lush she is in public – she’s trying to dig into the disappearance of her former partner, Kayo.
With an interesting story and per💟ks to help you get through palaces easier, it’s well worth it to rank up Ohy💞a’s confidant! For a little help with ranking her up, follow along with our Ohya confidant guide.
Updated on March 20, 2023 by Gabrielle Castania: With Persona 5 Royal remaining much-beloved by players on the heels of P5R’s new console ports in 2022, we wanted to go back and polish some of our older guides on the game. We’ve updated our Ohya confidant guide to contain full dialogue prompts, your responses, and even bonus scenes that yield affinity for Persona 5 Royal’s Ohya confidant.
This guide will contain slight spoilꦍers for the plot of🅘 Persona 5 Royal.
Ohya's Confidant Perks And Availability
How To Unlock Ohya's Confidant
You’ll need to start Ohya’s confidant ranking manually in P5R as soon as you receive info on her whereabouts, on 6/23.
Once you’ve heard she’s at Crossroads Bar in Shinjuku, head over there on the subway any night to begin speaking with her at Crossroads. After agreeing to her deal, Ohya’s confidant will begi✤n.
Ohya's Perks
For Ohya’s confidant perks in Persona 5 Royal, you’ll get a lot of help with palace security levels, making your infiltrations that much easier.
Rank |
Ability |
Description |
1 |
Rumor-Filled Scoop |
Security lev🎉el decreases when a new Safe Room is discovered. |
3 |
Shocking Scoop |
Security level is less likely to rise and will decrease after successful♏ ambush. |
5 |
Unbelievable Scoop |
Se𝕴curiꩵty level at the start of infiltration is lowered. |
7 |
Outrageous Scoop |
Security level at the start of infiltration is lowered furtherꦕ. |
10 (Max) |
Legendary Scoop |
Allow𝓰s ambushing of enemies re💃gardless of security level. |
To get the most out of Persona 5 Royal's Ohya confidant perks, it's best to work on Ohya's confidant early, while you're still actively dungeon-crawling.
How To Rank Up Ohya's Confidant In Persona 5 Royal
Below, you'll find all the dialogue prompts you'll encounter during Ohya's confidant in Persona 5 Royal, as well as point values awarded for each response.
Spending time with Ohya is a great way to reliably boost your 168澳洲幸运5开奖网:Charm social stat.
Ohya is your Devil confidant, so be sure to bring a Persona of the Devil arcana when you spend time with her.
Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 1
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"Or maybe... you're just falling in love with me, hm?" |
"That too." |
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"No, not that." |
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"I have Phantom Thieves news." |
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"Information about someone? Co🌱ld hard cash💃?" |
"Nothing really." |
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"I'll let you know later." |
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"Something's fishy..." |
"I support them." |
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"The bad guys are bad." |
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"Nothing fishy here." |
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"Deal?" |
"Sounds great." |
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"Write something good." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 2
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"... You have any photos or videos of it?&qಞuot; |
"Why do you ask?" |
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"I don't." |
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"Mishima might..." |
2 |
1 |
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"I mean, they act all high and mighty, but I'm not so sure they're really worth very much in the end." |
"Worth... ?" |
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"What about their justice?" |
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"Anyway, why are you coming to a bar if you can't even drink alcohol?" |
"I like the atmosphere." |
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"It's for the article." |
2 |
1 |
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"Tell me about the incident." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 3
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"I have a theory that they're all minors, and their leader is some simpleton dying from boredom..." |
"Minors couldn't do that stuff." |
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"You might be right." |
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"You shouldn't make assumptions." |
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1 |
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"People at work call them paparazzi behind their backs... but me? I'm a real journalist." |
"What's the difference?" |
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"I'm sure you are." |
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"*sigh*" |
"Why not change careers?" |
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"Maybe you should quit." |
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"That's why I can't quit... and why I'll never give up." |
"What was she accused of?" |
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"What happened?" |
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"She was falsely accused?" |
2 |
1 |
Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 4
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"I'm honestly not. I just..." |
"What's this about?" |
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"She hasn't done anything wrong." |
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"W-Wait... We're totally dating, aren't we, sweetie?" |
"Of course we are." |
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1 |
"Don't tell anybody." |
2 |
1 |
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(Chief) "Well, Ohya...?" |
"Our movie is about to start." |
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"That's enough." |
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"We're dating. Seriously." |
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"And I'll repay you with the power of journalism, of course. I'll write you a solid article on the Phantom Thieves." |
"Leave it to me." |
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1 |
"That was our deal." |
2 |
1 |
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"Anything for my girlfriend." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 5
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"Well, just forget about the past! We're in the same boat when it comes to being labeled." |
"Because of your investigation?" |
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"Because of your incident?" |
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"Are you sure we're the same?" |
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"He doesn't have anything to do with my private business..." |
"I'm curious." |
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"You can trust me." |
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"The next day, that bureaucrat was found dead at a love hotel... and Kayo ha🎀d gone missing." |
"What was the cause of death?" |
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"Who killed him?" |
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"I'm going to prove Kayo's innocence though. That's why I'm conducting my own private investigation now." |
"That sounds like defamation." |
2 |
1 |
"That's unforgivable." |
3 |
2 |
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"How's your search going?" |
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"I'm sorry about earlier. Really. For me digging up your records and such without asking, I mean..." |
"I don't mind it." |
2 |
1 |
"As long as I'm compensated." |
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"I did the same to you." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 6
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"I'm... totally not drunk... *hic*" |
"Did something bad happen?" |
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"Having trouble at work?" |
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"Ugh, my chief's such a shithead..." |
"He must not like you." |
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1 |
"Did he find out?" |
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"*gasp* Maybe Kayo really was the cu𒁏lprit..." |
"Do you have evidence of that?" |
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"You should trust in her." |
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1 |
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"You might be right." |
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"Dammit, that incident is all my fault... That's why I've gotta get to the bottom of it!" |
"That's the spirit." |
2 |
1 |
"You're a great journalist." |
2 |
1 |
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"What about your quota?" |
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"I'm only able to meet my insane quota because of the info you give me on the Phantom Thieves." |
"Glad to hear that." |
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"Don't work yourself to death." |
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"I'll dig up some more for you." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 7
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"Kayo..." |
"What was that about?" |
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"Could it be...?" |
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"What should I do? Should I go knock him 🅰out!?" |
"Calm down." |
2 |
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"Don't let him provoke you." |
3 |
3 |
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"Let's think of another way." |
3 |
2 |
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"I wish I📖 was better at controlling my emotions. Like you are." |
"You should work on that." |
2 |
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"You're charming as you are." (First romance flag) |
3 |
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"But I finally got a lead on Kayo. I'll do whatever it takes to find her... !" |
"That's the spirit." |
2 |
1 |
"Sounds tough." |
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"Don't strain yourself." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 7.5
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"... Well, say something." |
"Like what?" |
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"You seem tired." |
2 |
1 |
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"So... I have a pet cat..." |
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"Ughhh, I'm gonna die..." |
"What's the chief's name?" |
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"Tell me more about him." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 8
This scene cannot be triggered until you've completed the 168澳洲幸运5开奖网:"Figh🌜ti🌠ng for Truth in Journalism" Mementos request. However, you'll earn +3 Charm following this scene.
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"I wonder what happened to mak𝐆e him change so suddenly...?" |
"He reflected on his actions." |
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"Aren't you happy?" |
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"I mean, you... asked me for the chief's name the other day, right?" |
"Did I? Can't remember." |
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"Uh, nope." |
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"So, he followed up on my journalist friend's source and... it turns out she really is alive after all." |
"I'm glad to hear that." |
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"Thank god." |
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"Not just about Kayo's current state... but about what happened to her that night too." |
"That's not like you." |
3 |
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"You need to pursue the truth." |
3 |
2 |
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"I'll go with you." (Second romance flag) |
3 |
2 |
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"I'm a journalist. From now on, I'm always gonna chase the truth." |
"Good luck." |
2 |
1 |
"Be careful." |
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"Grab a souvenir for me." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 9
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"I think she had a... ༒mental shutdown, is 💖it called?" |
"Are you okay?" |
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"Did you learn the truth?" |
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"I'd get crushed if I tried to take them on without being fully prepared..." |
"What are you going to do?" |
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"You're not giving up, are you?" |
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"I'm sure I'll get targeted... so to be safe, you shouldn't come here again." |
"I can't leave you." (Third romance flag) |
3 |
2 |
"I want to help." |
3 |
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"I need those articles." |
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(Lala) "Uh-huh, sure. And what about you, kid? You're not afraid to face the danger ahead, are you?" |
"Of course not." |
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"Well, about that..." |
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"That couple act..." |
"I took it seriously." |
Final romance flag, proceeds to the next prompt |
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"I didn't take it seriously." |
Friendship path secured, ends the conversation |
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"I-I mean, um... seriously?" |
"I love you, Ichiko." |
Romance path secured, ends the conversation |
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"I'm just kidding." |
Friendship path secured, ends the conversation |
Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 10 (Friendship)
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"Sorry, that was the chief..." |
"You two are on good terms?" |
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"What're you up to?" |
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"... I thi𒈔nk it really captures the spirit of journalism.𒊎" |
"You're really earnest." |
2 |
1 |
"Is that entertainment?" |
3 |
2 |
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"You don't need my info?" |
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"So, we're planning to throw in additional articles while we have the chance." |
"I'm glad to hear that." |
3 |
2 |
"I'll read the next issue." |
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"I wanted to speak with you...🍒 in private." |
"About what?" |
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"I'm happy to talk." |
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"And the timing was absolutely perfect. You're the only one who could have orchestrated all that." |
"So you knew all along?" |
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"It's just a coincidence." |
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"Lala's the real phantom thief." |
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Ohya's Persona 5 Royal Confidant, Rank 10 (Romance)
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
"... I think it really captures the spirit of journalis♛m." |
"You're really earnest." |
2 |
1 |
"Is that entertainment?" |
3 |
2 |
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"You don't need my info?" |
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"So, we're planning to throw in additional articles while we have the chance." |
"I'm glad to hear that." |
3 |
2 |
"I'll read the next issue." |
3 |
3 |
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"And the timing was absolutely perfect. You're the only one who could have orchestrated all that." |
"So you knew all along?" |
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"It's just a coincidence." |
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"Lala's the real phantom thief." |
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"Or..." |
"It's up to you." |
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"I want to go to your place." |
3 |
2 |
Choose the best responses above to quickly max your Persona 5 Royal ♉Ohya confidant!
Non-Ranking Hangout Scenes
Occasionally in Persona 5 Royal, Ohya will be available to spend time together wherein you will not rank up her confidant.
However, these are still great opportunities to earn additional affinity, so be sure🤪 to take the chance to spend time together if you need some extra points.
Dialogue |
Your Response |
Points Earned With A Matching Persona |
Points Earned Without A Matching Persona |
Odaiba Seaside Park (only available at Ranks 4-6) |
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"Oh, isn't this just wonderful, (Protagonist)-kun!? Going on a date is so much fun!" |
"... Are you OK?" |
3 |
2 |
"Yeah, totally!" |
3 |
3 |
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"You're a terrible actress." |
2 |
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Ginza (only available after Rank 8) (receive the 168澳洲幸运5开奖网:Sushi Mug decoration) |
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"Plus, I like to eat normal food once in a while too, you know.&quo♓t; |
"Let's keep our spirits up." |
3 |
3 |
"Easy on the alcohol, okay?" |
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2 |
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"Normal food... ?" |
3 |
2 |
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Odaiba Ferris Wheel (only available in a romantic relationship with Ohya) |
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"I know it's a bit late to ask, but... why me?" |
"I'm in love with you." |
3 |
3 |
"Hell if I know." |
2 |
1 |
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"It's a secret." |
3 |
2 |
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Leblanc Attic (only available in a romantic relationship with Ohya) |
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"Did it surprise you that I 𒀰wanted to come over to your place all of a sudden?" |
"You're welcome any time." |
3 |
3 |
"Maybe a little." |
2 |
1 |
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"I can roll with it." |
3 |
2 |
With the above responses, you'll rank up Ohya's confidant in no time!