5. Koromaru
Persona 3 Reload’s linked episodes actually do a lot of heavy lifting to make Koromaru, a Persona-wielding dog, more of a character than he’s ever been, even if he can’t speak like the rest of the crew. Every time you sit on your dorm’s stoop with Koromaru, a passerby has a story to tell you about how they’ve seen Koromaru walking around the city before and after the passing of his owner. He’s known as a protector of the people, a gentle paw to hold, and is well-renowned for his ability to find rare items and bring them back to you.
Each story you learn about Koromaru underlines a sense of community in Persona 3’s world that all leads back to this dog who carries a duty-bound loyalty. It’s a good thing that of all the animals who could have gained the ability to use a Persona, we got one with this much willpower and desire to protect others.
