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

When and where to find Ohya

Ohya is available in the bar, Crossroads, in Shinjuku during the Evening. She’s available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Confidant Explained

Journalist Waifu? Ichiko Ohya is useful when it comes to high security areas. She reduces the security level whenever entering Palaces and safe rooms. Honestly, not too great because you should try to be as sneaky as possible regardless of security level. 

Trying to start a relationship with a Journalist? Check out the Conversation Guide below!

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

Abilities

Rank	Ability
1	Rumor-filled Scoop: Lowers security level when discovering a new safe room.
2
3*	Shocking Scoop: Reduces security level effect of being discovered and increases reduction after successful ambush.
4
5	Unbelievable Scoop: Lowers starting security level when entering Metaverse.
6
7*	Outrageous Scoop: Lowers starting security level even more when entering Metaverse.
8
9
10*	Legendary Scoop: Can ambush enemies even during high security levels.

* ability carries over to NG+ if Rank 10

Rank Ups

Rank	Unlock Date/Condition	Reward
1		Charm +3
2		Charm +3
3		Charm +3
4		Charm +3
5
6
7		Charm +3
8	Complete “Fighting for Truth of Journalism” request	Charm +3
9
10

Conversation Guide

Here are the best choices in each conversation:

Rank 2

1. Choice 3: “Mishima might…” (+1)
2. –
3. Choice 2: “It’s for the article.” (+1)

Rank 3

1. Choice 3: “You shouldn’t make assumptions.” (+1)
2. –
3. –
4. Choice 3: “She was falsely accused?” (+1)

Rank 4

1. –
2. Choice 1: “Of course we are.” (+1)
3. –
4. (Phone) Choice 1: “Leave it to me.” (+1)

Rank 5

1. –
2. –
3. –
4. Choice 2: “That’s unforgivable.” (+2)
5. (Phone) Choice 1: “I don’t mind.” (+1)

Rank 6

1. –
2. Choice 1: “He must not like you.” (+1)
3. Choice 2: “You should trust in her.” (+1)
4. Choice 1: “That’s the spirit” (+1)
5. (Phone) Choice 3: “I’ll dig up some more for you.” (+1)

Rank 7

1. –
2. Choice 2: “Don’t let him provoke you.” (+3)
3. Choice 2: “You’re charming as you are.” (+3)
4. (Phone) Choice 1: “That’s the spirit.” (+1)

Rank 7.1

1. Choice 2: “You seem tired.” (+1)
2. –

Rank 8

1. –
2. –
3. –
4. Choice 3: “I’ll go with you” (+2)
5. (Phone) Choice 1: “Good luck.” (+1)

Rank 9 (Friendship)

1. –
2. Choice 2: “You’re not giving up, are you?” (+1)
3. Choice 1: “I can’t leave you.” (+2)
4. –
5. Choice 2: “I didn’t take it seriously.” (+0)

Rank 9 (Romance)

1. –
2. Choice 2: “You’re not giving up, are you?” (+1)
3. Choice 1: “I can’t leave you.” (+2)
4. –
5. Choice 1: “I took it seriously.” (+0)
6. Choice 1: “I love you, Ichiko.” (+0)
7. (Phone) Choice 1: “I wanted to hear your voice.” (+1)

Other Events

Hangout Odaiba (Rank 4 to Rank 6)

1. Choice 2: “That’s right.” (+3)

Hangout Ginza (Rank 8 or higher)

1. Choice 1: “Get pumped!” (+3)
2. Receive Sushi Mug