Social Link/Naoki Konishi

Naoki Konishi

Social Link

This article covers information about the Hanged Man Social Link, Naoki Konishi, including events featured in Persona 4 and Persona 4 Golden.

The protagonist can start Naoki's Social Link as early as June 15th/June 20th, first meeting Naoki on June 7th/June 8th during a mandatory storyline event after Kinshiro Morooka signs him up for the Student Health Association. Afterward, the protagonist must speak to Naoki three more times on the first floor of Yasogami High to formally establish the Social Link, though this requires rank three Understanding (Generous).

After establishing the Social Link, he can be found in front of his family's liquor store in the Shopping District. His Social Link cannot be progressed on days off from school.

Naoki gives the protagonist a Junes Receipt when the Social Link is maxed, which enables the fusion of Attis.

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• Naoki is occasionally available on Fridays if storyline events would affect his usual availability.

Dialogue Options

Rank 1

Rank 1 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) > He expressed his gratitude... No, thank you. 0 0 Thanks for what...? 0 0 It was a big help. 0 0 "Um, I apologize for saying I hated you when I first met you." I didn't mind. 0 0 You're usually more polite. 0 0 I was hurt. 0 0

Rank 2

Rank 2 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "I usually eat here a lot because it's so close to our place, but for some reason, I haven't eaten here recently." Too busy? +3 +2 Tired of the food? +3 +3 Because of the murder? +2 +2 "I mean... What exactly is an 'admirable life,' anyway?" Contributing to society. +3 +2 Making your parents happy. +3 +3 Leaving something behind. 0 0 I don't know. +3 +3

Rank 3

Rank 3 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) > Naoki is laughing like he's having a good time... Ask him to tell another story +3 +3 Tell your own tale of failure +3 +2 Tell an American joke +3 +3 > Naoki is biting his lip... I'll go tell them off. +3 +3 You're not saying anything? +3 +3 Let the gossipers gossip. 0 0

Rank 4

Rank 4 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) > Naoki looks distressed... Talk back to the lady +3 +3 Flatter the lady +3 +3 Keep quiet 0 0 "I'm sorry... It's a little awkward to be around me, huh?" It's not your fault. +3 +3 Let's forget about it. 0 0

Rank 5

Rank 5 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "......" That's a good idea. +3 +3 I don't know about that... 0 0 "...I have to do it." Good luck, Naoki. 0 0 You've got other choices. 0 0 You should think it over. 0 0

Rank 6

Rank 6 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "They got all suspicious of me suddenly. I wasn't expecting that at all." I wouldn't have, either. 0 0 Just forget about them. 0 0 Don't worry them too much. 0 0 "Am I really that pitiable...?" Yeah, you are. 0 0 You're not the only one. +3 +3 I know what they mean. +3 +2

Rank 7

Rank 7 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "I wanted to apologize for that." I don't mind. +3 +3 Last time? +3 +2 "How do I get out from that...? What would be best for me, for Sis...? I just don't know." Take your time. 0 0 Take action. +3 +2

Rank 8

Rank 8 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "Ironic, isn't it...?" They're trying to be kind. 0 0 Charge 'em extra. 0 0 "Yosuke-san sure is nosy. Oh wait, so are you..." Don't lump me in with him. +3 +2 We can't just ignore you. +3 +3

Rank 9

Rank 9 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "Because I wasn't able to cry like the actors on TV, I thought that maybe I didn't actually like Sis..." That's not true. +3 +3 People are different. +3 +3 You're just inept. +3 +2 "She must've wanted to live more, huh?" Yeah, I'm sure of it. 0 0 I don't know. 0 0 Live for her sake. 0 0 > Naoki is biting his lip... It was out of your hands. +2 0 She can hear you. +3 +2 Just let it all out, Naoki. +3 +3

Rank 10

Rank 10 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "It's all thanks to you." I didn't do anything. +3 +3 That's right. Be grateful. +3 +2

Other

In Persona 4 Golden, starting on 4/19, the protagonist can sneak out at night when Ryotaro Dojima is not home and spend time with Social Links in the Central Shopping District. Since time is limited in the evening, the Social Link cannot advance. However, during the day, it can then be progressed to the next rank. The protagonist will also receive an item, which can differ depending on the progress of the Social Link.

9/17 – Shopping District, North

Evening, 9/17 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "I wish I had another reason, but that's really the only reason I didn't go." I understand. +3 +2 That's a shame. 0 0 It was fun. +3 +2 Item: Mini Anpan / Sour Konbu / Stimulant

10/8 – Shopping District, North

Evening, 10/8 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "Man, if that's what alcohol does to me when I don't even swallow it, I'm going to be in big trouble once I do drink..." I'll train you. +3 +2 That's usually how it is. +3 +3 You'll probably get used to it. +3 +2 Item: Choco Melon Bread / Quelorie Magic / Red Bean Cornet / Rice Chocolate / Seaweed Cracker

11/12 – Shopping District, North

Evening, 11/12 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "I was impressed, though. You went all out to make the event a success." That's a senpai's duty. +3 +2 I sacrificed my soul. +3 +2 I like cross-dressing. 0 0 Item: Amrita Soda / Medical Kit

12/10 – Shopping District, North

Evening, 12/10 Response Points (W) Points (W/O) "They're working extra hard to try and forget... It pains me to see them like that." You want the fog to continue? 0 0 You need rest, too. +3 +3 You guys raking in the dough? +3 +2 Item: Quelorie Magic / Red Bean Cornet / Tater Longs