Persona 4 Golden introduced new ways to encourage Social Link exploration for each party member, with new skills and combat abilities being unlocked through maxing out certain routes like that of Chie Satonaka, the kung-fu-loving classmate associated with the Chariot Arcana. Rising to the max Rank of Chie's Social Link gives players the option not only to romance the character but also to obtain powerful Persona attacks that help in the more challenging TV World dungeons.

Chie Satonaka's Social Link appears as early as April 18th, the day after she awakens from fighting her shadow in the TV World in the Midnight Channel. Players can hang out with her to progress the Social Link during the Day on every day of the week except Sunday. Chie can usually be found on the roof of Yasogami High or the entrance to Daidara Metalworks on days off. Whether engaging with the romantic subplot or not, players receive a matching pair of Wristbands for reaching Rank 10 of the Social Link, which enables the fusion of the powerful Persona named Futsunushi, a helpful tool for the secret bosses of Persona 4 Golden.

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Persona 4 Golden Chie and Yukiko Conversation During Event Cutscene Early in the Game Story

Once players begin Chie's Social Link, there are particular Ranks that upgrade combat skills gained by selecting the correct dialogue during special Rank-up events. In addition, points are given that contribute toward the next event scene, which appears quickly if players choose the best options every time.

Unlocked Combat Skills

SL Rank

Ability

Effect

1

Assist

Chie can wake up a knocked down ally during battle.

3

Follow-Up

A Follow-Up attack can be performed during a fight.

5

Recover

Severe ailments can be cured during battle.

7

Endure

Chie can endure a mortal blow in a fight.

9

Protect

A mortal blow may be taken upon Chie instead of the protagonist during a fight.

MAX

Second Awakening

Chie's Persona transforms into its second form.

The toughest battles in Persona 4 Golden encourage players to reach the Second Awakening, as the stats of the improved Persona are highly improved, along with extra skill slots for a wider range of offense. Obviously, the defensive traits gained from improving the relationship between the protagonist Yu and Chie through this Social Link are always beneficial, especially Endure or Protect. With new enemies in every dungeon, players are recommended to gain access to these advantages swiftly, as Chie's battle prowess makes her a consistently strong party member when her Social Link improves.

Persona 4 Golden Chie Satonaka Animated Cutscene From Either Game Opening or Animation

While most dialogue originates from Chie Satonaka's Rank events, there are pieces of additional content from Persona 4 Golden that give players more opportunities to spend time with the character. Whether to gain more points toward the Social Link in hopes of reaching the final Rank or just to experience the charming interactions that give the series its appeal, players have plenty of chances to spend extra time with Chie. Starting on April 19th, the Shopping District area can be visited with Chie during the day, giving players more dialogue prompts for Social Link Points and items earned by hanging out in the area.

Rank Meeting

Prompt Answer(s)

Social Link Skill(s)

1

  1. Any Option
  2. Any Option
  3. Any Option

None

2

  1. "Right." (+3)
  2. "I'm cool with it." (+3) OR "I guess so..." (+2)

Rebellion

3

  1. Any Option (+3)

None

4

  1. "None of your business." (+2) OR "Quit bagging on her." (+3)
  2. "Crack a joke" (+3) OR "Badmouth Takeshi" (+2) OR "Hold Chie's hand" (+3)

Ice Boost

5

  1. Any Option (+3)
  2. Any Option (+3)

None

6

  1. "Exactly." (+3)
  2. "Of course." (+3)

Revolution

7

  1. Any Option
  2. "It's no trouble." (+2)

None

8

  1. "It's hard to face yourself." (+3)

Bufula

9

  1. Any Option
  2. "It all turned out okay." OR "You protected that kid." (+3)
  3. "Will you be my girlfriend?" (leads to Romantic) OR "I'm counting on you." (leads to Friendship)

None

10 (Friendship)

  1. "Of course." (+3)

Evade Fire

10 (Romance)

  1. "It was messier." (+3) OR "It was about the same." (+3)
  2. "That sounds good." (+3)
  3. Any Option
  4. Any Option

Evade Fire

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Shopping District Event

Prompt Answer(s)

Possible Item Reward(s)

4/20 - North Shopping District

  1. "Where do you like to eat?" (+2) OR "What should I do at night?" (+2)
  • Dr. Salt NEO
  • Choco Melon Bread
  • Dokudami Tea

5/1- North Shopping District

  1. "I'll give it a try." (+2) OR "My love for meat will win out." (+2)
  • Meat Gum

5/4- North Shopping District

  1. "I know what you mean." (+2) OR "Is that how that goes?" (+2)
  • Royal Jelly
  • Rich Milk Candy

6/5- North Shopping District

  1. "Call me up if you get scared." (+3)
  • Corn Potage Cracker
Shin Megami Tensei V Futsunushi from Demonic Compendium and Special Fusion in Persona 4 Golden Through Max Chie Social Link

Despite the Second Awakening gained at the max Social Link that transforms Chie's base Persona into a powerful new form, players also have access to the previously mentioned Wristband item that can fuse Futsunushi in the Velvet Room. Additionally, through services offered by Igor and Margaret in Persona 4 Golden, players can combine certain Persona to utilize specific resistances and strengths seen in new amalgamations. To make Futsunushi-no-Okami, however, players must have Chie's Social Link maxed and be Level 80 before initiating this fusion.

A pentagram of demonic intentions gives a gateway to Futsunushi through a prerequisite fusion of recruited Persona named Ares, Triglav, Kin-Ki, Atavaka, and Neko Shogun. This ultimate manifestation of the Chariot Arcana has a specialty in Physical damage, perhaps as the highest damage dealing Persona of that type in the game. With skills such as Primal Force and Power Charge boosting severe Physical damaging attacks by upwards of 250%, players have more than enough incentive to fuse Futsunushi together. In addition, maxing out Chie's Social Link in Persona 4 Golden serves players well in combat, reflecting Satonaka's affinity for martial arts in a straightforward fashion.

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  • Persona 4 Golden Game Poster
    Persona 4 Golden
    Franchise:
    Persona
    Platform:
    PlayStation Vita, Microsoft Windows, Steam, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4
    Released:
    2020-06-13
    Developer:
    Atlus
    Publisher:
    Sega
    Genre:
    RPG, Life Simulation
    ESRB:
    M
    Summary:
    Step into the Shadow-World in Person 4 Golden - an expansion/definitive version of Persona 4. The original version of Golden was released on the PS Vita in 2012. The protagonist arrives in a rural town called Inaba, where mysterious murders have occurred, with the bodies appearing on television antennas on roofs. Players will build a rag-tag team of heroes that will attempt to solve the murders after awakening to their mysterious inner powers known as Persona. Additionally, players will balance turn-based combat and daily life, building relationships and increasing stats to prepare themselves for dungeon exploration.
    Prequel:
    Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable
    Sequel:
    Persona 5
    How Long To Beat:
    80-90 Hours