Yoshitsune, also known as Minamoto no Yoshitsune, is a demon in the series.
History
Minamoto no Yoshitsune (源 義経), born Ushiwakamaru (牛若丸), was a general of the Minamoto clan during the late Heian and early Kamakura period. Yoshitsune was born in 1159 during the Heiji Rebellion (平治の乱), a civil war against the rivaling Taira clan led by Kiyomori (平 清盛). This rebellion claimed the lives of his father Yoshitomo (源 義朝) and brothers. He was put under the care of Kurama Temple. Legend says that he was trained by the mythical Kurama Tengu during this stay.
Yoshitsune wound up under the wing of Fujiwara no Hidehira (藤原 秀衡), the head of the Fujiwara clan. He was a skilled swordsman, as he defeated the legendary Benkei (弁慶) in a duel, who served under Yoshitsune after his loss. Yoshitsune was participating in the conflict known as the Genpei War (源平合戦), that saw his clan versus the Taira clan and the victory of the first, where he slew his rivaling cousin Yoshinaka (源 義仲) who was imprisoning the emperor. Yoshitsune then served the emperor until he was forced to flee back to Fujiwara for protection as he was being pursued by his third elder brother Yoritomo (源 頼朝) who saw him as a political threat. He was betrayed and forced to commit suicide along with his wife and daughter by Hidehira's son who feared Yoritomo.
Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been popular in Japanese culture due to his appearance as the main character in parts of Heike Monogatari (平家物語). The term Hangan-biiki (判官贔屓, sympathy for a tragic hero) stems from the title of Hangan, which Yoshitsune received from the imperial court.
Appearances
Profile
Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne
- Main article: Yoshitsune Show-Up
Yoshitsune is summoned by Raidou Kuzunoha XIV for the physical skill, Yoshitsune Show-Up, both as a boss and a party member.
Shin Megami Tensei IMAGINE
Yoshitsune was a central figure in the 2013 Summer event where players could obtain and upgrade variants of him named after different landmarks in his life. The final variant in this chain was Hassotobi Yoshitsune, which learned the signature spin move Hassotobi. He returned as a minor NPC as the object of Moh Shuuvu's affections in the 2014 Valentine's event and as player support in the White Day event. His plug-in and non-variant form were added during the seventh anniversary event, where players could fuse him in a special double-fusion of Tokisada and Daisoujou.
He was added as a permanent obtainable plugin with the implementation of Mount Kurama, along with the weaker variants from the initial event.
Shin Megami Tensei IV
Like most members of the Famed race, he can only be obtained through a fusion accident. Fusing a KO'd Foul demon, such as Night Stalker with a KO'd Yuki Jyorou will yield a high chance of a fusion accident that can result in Yoshitsune being summoned. Yoshitsune can teach Flynn the Javelin Rain and Bad Company skills through his Demon Whisper, along with any skills inherited from the demons that were fused.
Yoshitsune's armor, Genke Rindo (divided into helmet, chest and legwear), is available for sale at the secret shop in Ginza. It is one of the highest-level sets of armor in the game, reflecting Gun attacks and nulling Light and Dark at the cost of a weakness to Force attacks.
Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse
As in the previous game, Famed race demons like Yoshitsune can primairly only be obtained through fusion accidents, however certain Famed race demons can also be obtained from the "A Godslayer Needs Demons" DLC and though meeting specific requirements with Fusion-type DDS.
Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers
"A Japanese general of the Genpei War near the end of the Heian era and start of the Kamakura era.
Also known as Ushiwakamaru, he is said to have learned the art of war from the Mt. Kurama Tengu. On joining his half-brother Yoritomo's army, he defeated the Taira one by one, finishing them off at the battle of Dan-no-Ura. Later, he was pursued by Yoritomo's army and killed himself at Koromogawa."
—Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers 3DS compendium
Yoshitsune can be obtained if Zeed is between level 60 and 80 and fused with a Hachiman during a new moon.
Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army
"A Japanese general of the Genpei War near the end of the Heian era and beginning of the Kamakura era. Also known as Ushiwakamaru, he is said to have learned the art of war from the Mt. Kurama Tengu."
—Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army devil chart
Yoshitsune appears as a secret demon. He can only be summoned after he is defeated on the 4th floor of the Training Hall. Yoshitsune can be summoned once Raidou reaches Lv. 36 or above.
Persona 4
Yoshitsune appears as a Persona of the Tower Arcana. He is available to be summoned once the protagonist reaches Lv. 75 or above. Yoshitsune's fusion prerequisite requires the protagonist to perform a pentagon fusion spread that consists of Hachiman, Masakado, Okuninushi, Hitokotonushi and Shiki-Ouji in the Velvet Room. He cannot be fused before July 10th, as pentagon fusion would not be unlocked by then.
Yoshitsune bears the distinction of being one of the two Personas that have access to the most potent status-buff skill, Heat Riser. Furthermore, he learns the strongest area-based, multi-hit type Physical based attack, Hassou Tobi, also being the strongest physical move in the game.
Yoshitsune is the only Persona with two dedicated Fusion Forecast enhancement schedules to give him new skills when he is created on specific dates. December 19th will grant him the Arms Master skill (this skill is also inheritable from Masakado), while December 24th will give him the unique skill Debilitate.
The Animation
In the True Ending special, Margaret summons Yoshitsune to attack Yu and help him regain confidence to fight against Izanami-no-Okami. Yoshitsune's attacks were blocked by Rakshasa of the Strength Arcana and Yamata-no-Orochi of the Moon Arcana.
Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
Yoshitsune is one of the Personas used by Margaret.
Persona 5
"A Japanese general of the Genpei War near the end of the Heian era and start of the Kamakura era. His bold ingenuity and ruthless skill with a blade are still praised in Japan today."
—Persona 5 background
Yoshitsune is the seventh Persona of the Tower Arcana and can only be obtained through advanced fusion in the Velvet Room. The advanced fusion recipe for Yoshitsune is unlocked once the protagonist reaches rank 5 of the Strength Confidant with Caroline and Justine. Okuninushi, Shiki-Ouji, Arahabaki, Yatagarasu and Futsunushi are required in order to perform the fusion. As Futsunushi is the ultimate Persona of the Magician Arcana, Yoshitsune can only be obtained following the completion of Morgana's Confidant in the true ending route.
Yoshitsune is the first Persona to learn Brave Blade and one of the three Personas to learn Last Stand. He is also one of four to learn Fast Heal and Elec Amp. He once again learns his signature Physical skill, Hassou Tobi. When itemized through Electric Chair execution, Yoshitsune produces the Usumidori sword for Yusuke Kitagawa, which has 292 ATK, 88 ACC and adds the Fear (high) effect to Yusuke's attacks. Yoshitsune is also a required Persona for the advanced fusion to summon Chi You.
Royal
The Shadow of Minamoto Nao takes the form of Yoshitsune. He is immune to Physical, resists Fire and repels Electricity and Bless skills.
Shadow Minamoto has access to Hassou Tobi, Charge, Maziodyne, Heat Riser, Rebellion and Rakunda. A charged Hassou Tobi is very lethal, so the protagonist must bring a Persona that blocks Physical skills.
When itemized during a fusion alarm, Yoshitsune becomes Usumidori R, which has a high chance of inflicting Fear.
The Animation
Yoshitsune is seen summoned by Ren in the fight against Thor in Niijima's Palace and later against Shadow Shido. He severely damaged him with a Hassou Tobi, allowing Ren to summon Alice to damage him to the point that he changes form.
Devil Survivor 2
"A Japanese general of the Genpei War near the end of the Heian era and start of the Kamakura era. Also known as Ushiwakamaru, he is said to have learned the art of war from Mt. Kurama Tengu. On joining his half-brother Yoritomo's army, he defeated the Taira one by one, finishing them off at the battle of Dan-no-Ura. Later, he was pursued by Yoritomo's army and killed himself at Koromogawa."
—Devil Survivor 2 compendium
Yoshitsune can only be summoned by fusing Osiris and Take-Mikazuchi.
Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2
"A Japanese Shogun in the late Heian era. The younger brother of Minamoto No Yoritomo, and well known for his childhood name Ushiwakamaru. With his brother, he won great glory as he finally defeated the Taira clan at the battle of Dan-no-Ura."
—Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2 compendium
Stats
Shin Megami Tensei NINE
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| CP
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NOA
|
ATK
|
ACC
|
DEF
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EVA
|
M.ATK
|
M.EFC
|
|
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
| St
|
22
|
|
| In
|
17
|
|
| Ma
|
13
|
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| Vi
|
12
|
|
| Ag
|
26
|
|
| Lu
|
10
|
|
|
| List of Skills
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|
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| Leap
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Twin Slash
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Hassou Tobi
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| Steel Wall
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Megido
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Valhallan Mandate
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Shin Megami Tensei IMAGINE
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|
| Race
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Alignment
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Level
|
HP
|
MP
|
Growth
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Inherit
|
St
|
Ma
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Vi
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In
|
Sp
|
Lu
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| Fiend
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Neutral
|
87
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1,335
|
415
|
Big Tiwaz
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Slash
|
114
|
53
|
79
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64
|
76
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31
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| Force Slot
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Close
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Long
|
Spell
|
Support
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P.Def
|
M.Def
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Critical
|
Crt.Def
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| 3
|
101
|
67
|
55
|
52
|
31
|
30
|
37
|
70
|
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| Features
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Technician, Flash, Nimble (Mitama: Clear Mind)
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See also
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[1]
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| Default Skills
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| Skill
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Cost
|
Effect
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| Armor's Breath
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Passive
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Increases HP regeneration by 2.
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| Slash
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-
|
A basic attack dealing slash damage to a single target.
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| Counter
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-
|
User enters a counter stance, responding to the next
enemy attack or rush move with a counterattack.
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| Violent Wind
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11% HP
|
Deals force damage to all enemies in front of user.
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| Lightning Thrust
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6% HP
|
Deals electric damage to a single target and inflicts electric shock ailment (70%).
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| Slash Combo
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-
|
A basic series of attacks dealing slash damage to a single target.
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| Fierce Counter
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-
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User enters a counter stance, responding to the next enemy
attack or rush move with a counterattack.
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| Gale Force
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2 MP
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User enters a dodge stance, negating the next enemy shot or rapid move
and inflicting the stun ailment (100%).
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| Learned Skills
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| Level
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Skill
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Cost
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Effect
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| 88
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40% Life Bonus
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Passive
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Increases max HP by 40%.
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| 90
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Venom Zapper
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10% HP
|
Deals slash damage to all enemies in a straight line and inflicts poison (70%).
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| 92
|
Hassotobi
|
20% HP
|
Deals slash damage eight times to enemies surrounding user.
Damage increases according to remaining HP.
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| 93
|
Power Save 2
|
Passive
|
Reduces HP cost by 20%.
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| 95
|
Godspeed 2
|
Passive
|
Decreases cooldown and incantation by 20%.
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| 98
|
Clench
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Passive
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50% chance to survive at 1 HP when receiving lethal damage.
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|
Shin Megami Tensei IV
| Race
|
Level
|
HP
|
MP
|
| Strength
|
52
|
|
| Dexterity
|
46
|
|
| Magic
|
37
|
|
| Agility
|
42
|
|
| Luck
|
35
|
|
|
| Famed
|
36
|
435
|
85
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| Phys
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Gun
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Fire
|
Ice
|
Elec
|
Force
|
Light
|
Dark
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| Resist
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
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Null
|
Null
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| Normal Attack
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Phys x1-3, 1 enemy
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|
| List of Skills
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| Skill
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Cost
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Effect
|
Level
|
| Javelin Rain
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21 MP
|
Medium physical damage to all foes.
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Innate
|
| Bad Company
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15 MP
|
Summons highest level demons from the stock.
|
Innate
|
| Haste Lesson
|
Auto
|
Boosts agility stat by 20 points.
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Innate
|
| Light Mana Aid
|
Auto
|
Recovers MP lightly after victory.
|
37
|
| Life Surge
|
Auto
|
Increases max HP by 30%.
|
40
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| Endure
|
Auto
|
Survives with 1 HP restored after suffering a fatal blow once per battle.
|
41
|
|
Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner
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|
| Race
|
Level
|
HP
|
MP
|
St
|
In
|
Ma
|
Vi
|
Ag
|
Lu
|
| Hero
|
57
|
498
|
270
|
21
|
15
|
13
|
12
|
23
|
10
|
| CP
|
NOA
|
Personality
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P.ATK
|
P.HIT
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B.DEF
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AVD
|
M.ATK
|
M.DEF
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| 0
|
3-5
|
None
|
156
|
115
|
138
|
113
|
33
|
52
|
|
|
Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers
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|
| Race
|
Level
|
HP
|
MP
|
St
|
In
|
Ma
|
En
|
Ag
|
Lu
|
| General
|
80
|
2,872
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1,312
|
40
|
33
|
29
|
32
|
32
|
28
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| P.ATK
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P.HIT
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B.DEF
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AVD
|
M.ATK
|
M.HIT
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Reflects
|
Absorbs
|
Void
|
Resists
|
Weak
|
| -
|
-
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Death, Expel, Mind, Nerve
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Curse
|
-
|
|
|
|
| Race
|
Level
|
HP
|
MP
|
St
|
In
|
Ma
|
En
|
Ag
|
Lu
|
| General
|
57
|
556
|
222
|
20
|
15
|
12
|
11
|
23
|
10
|
| CP
|
MAG Summon
|
Personality
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P.ATK
|
P.HIT
|
B.DEF
|
AVD
|
M.ATK
|
M.HIT
|
| 6
|
449
|
Wild
|
154
|
91
|
152
|
90
|
116
|
42
|
|
| Reflects
|
Absorbs
|
Void
|
Resists
|
Weak
|
| -
|
-
|
Death, Expel, Mind, Nerve
|
-
|
-
|
|
Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs King Abaddon
| Order
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Level
|
HP
|
St
|
Ma
|
Vi
|
Lu
|
Conversation
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Investigation
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| Fury
|
29
|
407
|
18
|
13
|
11
|
6
|
Sweet Talk
|
Use Force, Provoke
|
| Reflects
|
Absorbs
|
Block
|
Resists
|
Weak
|
Frail
|
| -
|
-
|
Death
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Gun, Force
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Mind
|
-
|
|
| List of Skills
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| Skill
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Cost
|
Effect
|
Level
|
| Frenzy
|
22 MAG
|
Light Phys dmg to an area +Dizzy(Low)
|
Innate
|
| Tarukaja
|
14 MAG
|
Raises Phys attack until battle ends. All allies
|
30
|
| Cross Slash
|
90 MAG
|
Heavy Phys dmg to all enemies +Dizzy(Low)
|
31
|
| Vengeance Seal
|
Passive
|
Revive with 50% HP on death (once per battle)
|
Max Loyaty
|
|
Persona 4
| Inherit
|
Reflects
|
Absorbs
|
Block
|
Resists
|
Weak
|
| Phys
|
Elec/Light
|
-
|
Phys
|
Fire
|
-
|
|
| List of Skills
|
| Skill
|
Cost
|
Effect
|
Level
|
| Brave Blade
|
20% HP
|
Deals severe Phys damage to 1 foe.
|
Innate
|
| Power Charge
|
15 SP
|
Next physical attack will be 250% greater in power.
|
Innate
|
| Ziodyne
|
12 SP
|
Deals heavy Elec damage to 1 foe.
|
Innate
|
| Heat Riser
|
30 SP
|
Increases 1 ally's Attack, Defense and Hit/Evasion rate for 3 turns.
|
77
|
| Repel Elec
|
Passive
|
Repels Elec attacks.
|
78
|
| Elec Amp
|
Passive
|
Strengthens Elec attacks by 50%.
|
79
|
| Hassou Tobi
|
25% HP
|
Deals light Phys damage to all foes 8x.
|
83
|
|
Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth
| List of Skills
|
| Skill
|
Cost
|
Effect
|
Level
|
| First Star
|
Passive
|
Raise damage when attacking before all enemies act.
|
Innate
|
| Heroic Gemini
|
Passive
|
Low chance of attack skills executing twice.
|
Innate
|
| Hassou Tobi
|
164 HP
|
8 medium Cut attacks against random targets. (All enemies)
|
77
|
| Bloody Vanguard
|
Passive
|
When user attacks, allies deal more damage to that enemy that turn.
|
78
|
| God's Cut
|
Passive
|
Raise Cut attack strength.
|
79
|
| Trick Step
|
Passive
|
Raise evasion rate against all attacks.
|
80
|
| Warrior Title
|
Passive
|
Raise critical hit rate.
|
81
|
| Swordbreaker
|
Passive
|
Medium chance of halving physical damage versus the user's row.
|
82
|
|
|
Persona 5 / Royal
| "I am Yoshitsune. I see you know of my ingenious feats. Rejoice, for I shall graciously become your mask..."
|
| Inherit
|
Reflects
|
Absorbs
|
Block
|
Resists
|
Weak
|
| Physical
|
Electricity, Bless
|
-
|
Physical
|
Fire
|
-
|
|
| List of Skills
|
| Skill
|
Cost
|
Effect
|
Level
|
| Brave Blade
|
24% HP
|
Colossal Physical damage to 1 foe.
|
Innate
|
| Charge
|
15 SP
|
Next physical attack inflicts 2.5x damage.
|
Innate
|
| Ziodyne
|
12 SP
|
Heavy Electric damage to 1 foe. Rare chance of Shock.
|
Innate
|
| Pressing Stance
|
Auto
|
Reduce hit rate of all incoming attacks by 1/3 when being ambushed.
|
81
|
| Fast Heal
|
Auto
|
Half the time needed to recover from an ailment.
|
82
|
| Elec Amp
|
Auto
|
Strengthen Electric attacks by 50%.
|
84
|
| Hassou Tobi
|
25% HP
|
Light Physical damage to all foes 8x.
|
86
|
|
| "I am Yoshitsune. I see you know of my ingenious feats. Rejoice, for I shall graciously become your mask..."
|
| Inherit
|
Reflects
|
Absorbs
|
Block
|
Resists
|
Weak
|
| Physical
|
Electricity, Bless
|
-
|
Physical
|
Fire
|
-
|
|
| List of Skills
|
| Skill
|
Cost
|
Effect
|
Level
|
| Brave Blade
|
24% HP
|
Colossal Physical damage to 1 foe.
|
Innate
|
| Charge
|
15 SP
|
Next Physical or Gun attack inflicts 2.5x damage for user.
|
Innate
|
| Ziodyne
|
12 SP
|
Heavy Elec damage and inflict Shock (low odds) to 1 foe.
|
Innate
|
| Last Stand
|
Passive
|
Reduce hit rate by 2/3 of all incoming attack when being ambushed.
|
89
|
| Fast Heal
|
Passive
|
Half the time needed to recover from ailments.
|
90
|
| Elec Amp
|
Passive
|
Strengthen Elec attacks by 50%.
|
92
|
| Hassou Tobi
|
25% HP
|
Light Physical damage to all foes 8x.
|
94
|
|
| Arcana
|
Level
|
HP
|
| Strength
|
--
|
|
| Magic
|
--
|
|
| Endurance
|
--
|
|
| Agility
|
--
|
|
| Luck
|
--
|
|
|
| -
|
??
|
~6000
|
|
| List of Skills
|
| Skill
|
Effect
|
| Hassou Tobi
|
Light Physical damage to all foes 8x.
|
| Maziodyne
|
Heavy Elec damage and inflict Shock (low odds) to all foes.
|
| Charge
|
Next Physical or Gun attack inflicts 2.5x damage for user.
|
| Heat Riser
|
Increase Attack/Defense/Agility of 1 ally for 3 turns.
|
| Rebellion
|
Increase critical rate of 1 ally for 3 turns.
|
| Marakunda
|
Decrease Defense of all foes for 3 turns.
|
|
Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth
| List of Skills
|
| Skill
|
Cost
|
Effect
|
Level
|
| Oneshot Kill
|
92 HP
|
Severe Phys attack that pierces to the back row. (1 enemy) Stronger in Boost.
|
Innate
|
| Combo Arts+
|
Passive
|
High chance of another attack after regular attack.
|
Innate
|
| Dodge Arts+
|
Passive
|
Greatly raise evasion against all attacks.
|
Innate
|
| Hassou Tobi
|
131 HP
|
8 medium Phys attacks to random targets. (All enemies) Stronger in Boost.
|
80
|
| Null A-Bind
|
Passive
|
Prevent Agility Bind.
|
81
|
| Power Charge
|
22 SP
|
Triple physical attack for next hit. Lasts 3 turns. (Self)
|
82
|
| Heat Riser
|
35 SP
|
Raise attack/defense and accuracy/evasion for 3 turns. (1 ally)
|
83
|
|
Persona 5 Strikers
| Inherit
|
Reflects
|
Absorbs
|
Block
|
Resists
|
Weak
|
| Physical
|
-
|
-
|
Electricity, Bless
|
Physical, Fire
|
-
|
|
| List of Skills
|
| Skill
|
Cost
|
Effect
|
Level
|
| Myriad Slashes
|
20% HP
|
Medium Physical damage to a narrow range 2x to 3x.
|
Innate
|
| Brave Blade
|
24% HP
|
Colossal Physical damage to a narrow range.
|
Innate
|
| Charge
|
26 SP
|
Next physical attack deals double the damage.
|
Innate
|
| Rebel Soul
|
Auto
|
Improves rate for increasing Showtime Gauge.
|
81
|
| Masukukaja
|
24 SP
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Temporarily increase Critical/auto-evade rate for all allies.
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82
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| Knockdown Style
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Auto
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Improves rate for decreasing Down Gauge when inflicting critical hits.
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84
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| Hassou Tobi
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25% HP
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Light Physical damage to a wide range 8x.
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87
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Devil Survivor 2
| I, the Hero Yoshitsune, have arrived. The strength that I wield will be yours.
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| I pray for your victory. Farewell...
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Gallery
Yoshitsune's artwork as it appears in Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2
Yoshitsune as he appears in Card Summoner
Yoshitsune in Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army
Yoshitsune as he appears in Devil Survivor 2
Yoshitsune as he appears in Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Lone Marebito
Yoshitsune as he appears in Persona 4 The Animation
Yoshitsune's face from Persona 4 the Animation
Yoshitsune in Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
Yoshitsune as he appears in Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth
Yoshitsune as he appears in Persona 5 The Animation
Yoshitsune in Persona O.A.
Yoshitsune in Persona 5 Royal
Yoshitsune in Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2
Trivia
- Yoshitsune is often a potential balance breaker in the Persona series, due to having no weaknesses and multiple resistances, immunities and repels, and his incredibly powerful Hassou Tobi skill which allows him to deplete massive chunks of health from most bosses, including endgame ones.
- Unused data for a Yoshitsune shadow can be found in the coding of Persona 5. In Royal, it is now a Shadow Self fought in a Mementos sidequest.
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