Persona 5 Royal: Conquer Your Crosswords

Welcome, Phantom Thieves! Persona 5 Royal offers a wealth of new content and activities to enrich your Tokyo adventures. Among these, the charmingly challenging crossword puzzles found at Leblanc provide a delightful way to boost your Knowledge stat without consuming precious evening time. These brain teasers can appear on the table to your left when you return to Leblanc in the evening. While they offer a rewarding knowledge gain, some can be a bit tricky. Fear not, for this guide is here to equip you with all the solutions, ensuring you can conquer every puzzle and maximise your gains. Remember, completing a crossword doesn't advance the in-game clock, making them a perfect, time-efficient activity.

What are the Crossword Puzzles?

The crosswords in Persona 5 Royal are a mini-game introduced in the expanded version of the game. They are presented as a book on the table in Leblanc. Each day, there's a chance for a new crossword puzzle to appear. These puzzles are themed around various aspects of Japanese culture, school life, and general knowledge, often subtly referencing events or concepts within the game's narrative. Successfully completing a crossword grants you a small boost to your Knowledge stat, a crucial attribute for unlocking certain dialogue options and improving your ability to learn new skills. The game typically presents a clue and a set of available letters, requiring you to correctly fill in the blanks.

Where to Find the Crossword Book

You'll find the crossword book on one of the tables in Leblanc, typically to your left as you enter the cafe in the evening. It's not guaranteed to be there every night, so keep an eye out for its appearance. Once you spot it, interacting with it will present you with the day's puzzle.

The Benefits of Solving Crosswords

Beyond the immediate gratification of solving a puzzle, the primary benefit of tackling these crosswords is the passive increase in your Knowledge. This stat is vital for:

• Passing exams with flying colours.
• Unlocking higher social stats, which in turn unlock new confidants and abilities.
• Successfully navigating certain dialogue choices.
• Gaining access to more challenging activities and areas in the game.

Crucially, these puzzles do not consume time. This means you can complete one and still have the rest of the evening free to pursue other activities, like strengthening confidant relationships, working part-time jobs, or exploring Mementos. It’s a win-win situation for any diligent student-detective.

Persona 5 Royal Crossword Solutions

Here is a comprehensive list of all the crossword puzzles and their solutions. Note that some puzzles have a primary answer and optional "across" or "down" answers. For the purpose of progressing and gaining knowledge, the primary answer is what matters most.

Crossword 1: School Year Divisions

Clue: How school years are divided.
Answer: SEMESTERS
Optional Answers: Grades, Exams, Teaching

Crossword 2: Cherry Blossom Viewing

Clue: Hanami: admiring the (?) of cherry trees.
Answer: FLOWERS
Optional Answers: Bud, Spring, Picnic

Crossword 3: Travel Time

Clue: Time for a trip: (?) Week
Answer: GOLDEN
Optional Answers: Goose, Hour, Egg, Gate

Crossword 4: May Blues

Clue: What are the May Blues?
Answer: DEPRESSION
Optional Answers: Gloom, Burnout, Ache

Crossword 5: Art Display

Clue: Where art is displayed and sold.
Answer: GALLERY
Optional Answers: Dali, Louvre, Mural

Crossword 6: Outdoor Allergy

Clue: A type of outdoor allergy.
Answer: POLLENOSIS
Optional Answers: Sneeze, Nose

Crossword 7: Japanese Art

Clue: Nihonga: (?) cultural work.
Answer: JAPANESE
Optional Answers: Nori, Obi, Ikebana

Crossword 8: Unmatched Artist

Clue: Label for an unmatched artist.
Answer: MASTER
Optional Answers: Rembrandt, Sketch

Crossword 9: Informing the Public

Clue: Held to inform the public.
Answer: CONFERENCE
Optional Answers: Badge, Speak

Crossword 10: Seasonal Changes

Clue: Changes with the season.
Answer: OUTFITS
Optional Answers: Wardrobe, Design

Crossword 11: Worldwide Exchange

Clue: Exchanged around the world.
Answer: CURRENCY
Optional Answers: Euro, Wallet, ATM

Crossword 12: Air Mass Boundary

Clue: A border between air masses.
Answer: FRONT
Optional Answers: Icy, Weather, Storm

Crossword 13: Variable Legality Medicine

Clue: Medicine of variable legality.
Answer: NARCOTIC
Optional Answers: Opium, Smuggle

Crossword 14: Students' Greatest Love

Clue: The greatest love of many students.
Answer: HOLIDAYS
Optional Answers: Travel, Summer

Crossword 15: Measuring Knowledge

Clue: These gauge students' knowledge.
Answer: FINALS
Optional Answers: Cram, Stress, Marks

Crossword 16: Sky Event

Clue: A seasonal event in the sky.
Answer: FIREWORKS
Optional Answers: Boom, Sparkler

Crossword 17: Stationary Heat

Clue: A stationary hotspot: heat (?).
Answer: ISLAND
Optional Answers: Vibes, Lei, Coconut

Crossword 18: Necessary for Daring

Clue: Necessary for daring.
Answer: COURAGE
Optional Answers: Moral, Social, Lion

Crossword 19: Common Skin Injury

Clue: A common skin injury.
Answer: BURNS
Optional Answers: SPF, Ouch, Lotion, Hot

Crossword 20: Too Hot to Sleep

Clue: When it's too hot to sleep.
Answer: STIFLING
Optional Answers: Shade, AC, Ice, Fan

Crossword 21: Electronic Infiltration

Clue: Technical term for electronic infiltration.
Answer: HACKING
Optional Answers: Breach, Virus, Sin

Crossword 22: Destructive Storm

Clue: A localised destructive storm.
Answer: TYPHOON
Optional Answers: Gust, Gap, Advisory

Crossword 23: Moon Gazing

Clue: Tsukimi: lunar observation (?).
Answer: FESTIVAL
Optional Answers: Fun, Shrine, Games

Crossword 24: Establishing Value Order

Clue: Establishing an order of value.
Answer: RANKING
Optional Answers: Academic, Senior

Crossword 25: Absorbs Most Light

Clue: Absorbs the most light.
Answer: BLACK
Optional Answers: Abyss, Shadow, Widow

Crossword 26: Co-opted Celtic Holiday

Clue: Co-opted Celtic holiday.
Answer: HALLOWEEN
Optional Answers: Treats, Witch

Crossword 27: Lined Up at School Festivals

Clue: Lined up at school festivals.
Answer: STANDS
Optional Answers: Yakitori, Yukata

Crossword 28: Tipster Hotlines Offer This

Clue: Tipster hotlines offer this.
Answer: REWARD
Optional Answers: Offer, Gain, Cash

Crossword 29: Reaching Out to Someone

Clue: Reaching out to someone.
Answer: BASHING
Optional Answers: Verbal, Physical

Crossword 30: Attracts People to You

Clue: Attracts people to you.
Answer: CHARISMA
Optional Answers: Boring, Swagger

Crossword 31: Sweaty Illness A.K.A.

Clue: Sweaty illness A.K.A.
Answer: FLU
Optional Answers: Fatigue, Achoo

Crossword 32: What Lights Do for Shop Signage

Clue: What lights do for shop signage.
Answer: LIGHTING
Optional Answers: Candle, Torch

Crossword 33: Politicians Thrive on This Note

Clue: Politicians thrive on this note.
Answer: APPROVAL
Optional Answers: Electoral, Poll

Crossword 34: Joyful Holiday with an Intruder

Clue: Joyful holiday with an intruder.
Answer: CHRISTMAS
Optional Answers: Chimney, Carol

Tips for Success

While having the answers readily available is helpful, don't be afraid to try and solve them yourself first! It's a great way to engage with the game's world and learn new trivia. If you get stuck, you know where to find the solution. Remember to check Leblanc each evening to see if a new puzzle has appeared. Good luck, and happy puzzling!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How often do crossword puzzles appear?

Crossword puzzles don't appear every single night. You'll need to check Leblanc regularly to see if the book is on the table.

Q2: Do crosswords take up time?

No, completing a crossword puzzle does not consume any in-game time. You can do it and still have the rest of the evening available for other activities.

Q3: What is the main benefit of solving crosswords?

The primary benefit is increasing your Knowledge stat, which is important for various aspects of gameplay, including exams and social interactions.

Q4: Are the crosswords in Persona 5 Royal the same as in Persona 5?

No, the crosswords in Persona 5 Royal are different from those in the original Persona 5. This guide specifically covers the Royal version.

Q5: What happens when I complete a crossword?

Besides gaining Knowledge, the game often presents a small "Did You Know?" fact related to the puzzle's theme.