Here’s a list of the abilities and rank up information for Takuto, P5’s Councillor Confidant.

When and where to find Takuto Maruki

Takuto Maruki is available on the first floor of the Shujin practice building during Daytime on Monday and Friday school days.

Confidant Explained 

This confidant is all about support and has abilities that can cure you of ailments and recover SP. Go and unlock him and try not to invest him too heavily as there are better options. Check the Conversation Guide below for the best answers. 

Check out our guide on the best Confidants to have and spend time with. 

Abilities

Rank	Ability
1
2	Detox X: Chance to immediately recover from ailment.
3	Joker Zone: Chance to begin battle with Charge and Concentrate.
4
5	Mindfulness: Chance to recover SP when running low.
6
7	Quick Flow: Increases chance of Joker Zone activating.
8
9	Detox DX: Increases chance of Detox X activating.
10	Wakefulness: Increases chance of Mindfulness activating along with more SP recovery.

Rank Ups

Rank	Unlock Date/Condition	Reward
1	05/13
2		SP +5
3		SP +5
4		SP +5
5		SP +5
6	Locked until 09/20
7		SP +5
8
9		SP +5
10*	11/18 if Rank 9.

* has a deadline

Conversation Guide

Here are the best choices in each conversation:

Rank 2

1. Choice 2: “We made a deal.” (+1)
2. –
3. Choice 1: “But it sounds right.” (+2)
4. –
5. Choice 1: “Well, okay.” (+1)

Rank 3

1. Choice 1: “So they have, huh?” (+1)
2. Choice 1: “Of course.” (+1)
3. –
4. Choice 3: “It’s a seed for new love.” (+1)
5. Choice 1: “Did that help?” (+1)
6. (Phone) Choice 1: “Good work over there.” (+1)

Rank 4

1. –
2. Choice 1: “I know, right?” (+2)
3. Choice 3: “Is that what you’re researching?” (+2)
4. –
5. Choice 1: “That’s a grand plan.” (+1)
6. Choice 1: “That sounds fun.” (+2)
7. (Phone) Choice 1: “I feel completely fine.” (+1)

Rank 5

1. Choice 1: “This looks great!” (+2)
2. –
3. Choice 3: “You know, you’re right.” (+2)
4. Choice 2: “Hey, as long as it tastes good.” (+1)
5. Choice 2: “I guess so.” (+1)
6. (Phone) Choice 1: “I really don’t mind.” (+1)

Rank 6

1. Choice 2: “Another cup?” (+1)
2. Choice 1: “I can do that.” (+2)
3. –
4. Choice 3: “So give up.” (+1)
5. –
6. –
7. (Phone) Choice 1: “Calm down.” (+1)

Rank 7

1. Choice 3: “Are you a fan?” (+2)
2. Choice 2: “As in, removing them?” (+3)
3. Choice 1: “The change of heart?” (+3)
4. Choice 3: “It’s intriguing.” (+3)

Rank 8

1. Choice 2: “What do you mean?” (+2)
2. Choice 1: “Ooh, really?” (+2)
3. Choice 1: “Thanks for the food!” (+2)
4. Choice 3: “We’ve made a deal.” (+2)
5. Choice 1: “Congratulations.” (+3)
6. Choice 1: “I sure do.” (+2)
7. –
8. (Phone) Choice 1: “He’s a good friend.” (+1)

Rank 9

1. –
2. Choice 1: “Kind of sad…” (+2)