Summary
Persona 6may not end up starring the Phantom Thieves, but they can contribute a new kind of collectible to the game nonetheless. SincePersona 6is still likely far away, there is little concrete information that is known about the game. Outside of the recurring elements that are almost guaranteed to be in the game, such as turn-based battles and the Social Link system, there is a lot of room for speculation.Persona 6is likely to have a few new ideas to share in its gameplay. Some of them may even be able to call back toPersona 5.
ThePhantom Thieves inPersona 5had a few particular flairs that made them stand out compared to previousPersonaparties. For one, they take on completely different names and costumes while in Mementos, ironically giving them an extra “persona” in addition to their actual Personas. Their thief gimmick and notoriety among the people are also unique twists compared to SEES and the Investigation Team. While their actual missions were still covert, they were a known factor among their enemies as well as the general populace.Persona 5’s Phantom Thieves ended up being some of the series' most unique protagonists to date.
Persona 6 Can Include Collectible Phantom Thieves-Themed Items
The Phantom Thieves Were Well-Known Characters in Persona 5
While players saw plenty ofPersona 5’s Phantom Thieves in spin-offs, they attained a lot of popularity in-universe as well as out. The Phantom Thieves, despite their identities being a secret, had their own fan site inPersona 5. Their public perception even comes up as a plot point during the game. Over the course ofPersona 5, the team became something of a phenomenon. This is especially true in the final confrontation, as the people of Tokyo collectively cheer them on against the true mastermind.
Not only is this an awesome set piece but it also shows that the Phantom Thieves effectively became Tokyo’s heroes.
Phantom Thieves Merch Could Exist in Persona 5
There is one significant way that the developers could let thePhantom Thieves legacy live on inPersona 6. SincePersona 5’s Phantom Thieves were so popular, there’s a chance that merchandise could have been made of them. Phantom Thieves merch could appear in the form of collectibles that the player can find during the game. It could potentially be found in certain spots on the overworld, as rewards in dungeons, or even on sale at certain points in the game. Collecting merchandise of the Phantom Thieves could be a fun throwback as well as an additional goal for players to take up.
Collectibles Based on the Phantom Thieves Could Be Useful in Persona 6
Persona 6could offer several uses for Phantom Thieves merchandise. One good way to make the collectibles helpful for theprotagonist ofPersona 6is for them to offer small stat boosts whenever found, either to their social or battle stats. This would make them valuable without making them overpowered. Maybe there could be some armor or weapons inspired by the Thieves that could be collected as well, complete with unique effects. Finally, Phantom Thieves merch could be used to decorate the protagonist’s room. That way its look could evolve throughout the game while giving the room a memorable aesthetic.
So far,Persona 6is still almost entirely a mystery, with it being unclear if any previous games will get a shout-out.Persona 6can evolve fromPersona 5in many ways, but if it also takes place in Tokyo, then some references to the Phantom Thieves would not be out of place. Even with the new protagonists embarking on their own adventure, there is still something to be said about the influence of previous games.Persona 6could pay tribute toPersona 5’s Phantom Thieves through many in-game rewards.
Persona 5 Royal
WHERE TO PLAY
Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways! Prepare for the award-winning RPG experience in this definitive edition of Persona 5 Royal, featuring a treasure trove of downloadable content included!Forced to transfer to a high school in Tokyo, the protagonist has a strange dream. “You truly are a prisoner of fate. In the near future, ruin awaits you.” With the goal of “rehabilitation” looming overhead, he must save others from distorted desires by donning the mask of a Phantom Thief.Explore Tokyo, unlock Personas, customize your own personal Thieves Den, experience alternate endings, and more. Become the ultimate Phantom Thief and defy conventions, discover the power within, and fight for justice in the definitive version of Persona 5 Royal.
