Persona 4 Golden: Fox Social Link Guide

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Hey guys! So, you're diving into the world of Persona 4 Golden and aiming to max out all those Social Links, right? Smart move! One of the more…unique S-Links you'll encounter is with the Fox at Tatsuhime Shrine. Unlike the others, you won't be hanging out, grabbing ramen, or hitting up karaoke with this furry friend. Instead, you'll be completing quests for him. These quests involve gathering specific items from the dungeons, and trust me, some of them can be a real pain if you don't know where to look. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to get that Fox S-Link to Rank 10 and reap all the sweet rewards, like reduced SP costs when healing during dungeon crawls.

The Fox Social Link is available as soon as you can access Tatsuhime Shrine, but it becomes essential to start as soon as possible. The main reason is SP recovery, as dungeons can be tough. So, talking about Tatsuhime Shrine, you unlock it after the Yukiko's Castle dungeon. The Fox is near the Shrine, and to start the Social Link you must trigger the quest involving the Lost Child in the Samegawa Flood Plain.

Understanding the Fox Social Link

Before we jump into the nitty-gritty of item locations, let's understand how this S-Link works a little better. Unlike your human S-Links, the Fox doesn't operate on a point system based on dialogue choices. Instead, your rank increases based solely on completing his requests. Each request involves fetching a certain number of specific items from the various dungeons. Turn in the items, and BAM! Your rank goes up.

Why Bother with the Fox?

Okay, so running errands for a fox might sound a little… strange. But the rewards are seriously worth it. The Fox's main perk is reducing the cost of SP when you use him to recover SP in dungeons. If you are going for long dungeon runs, this is invaluable. SP is everything in Persona 4 Golden. It's what allows you to cast spells, heal, and generally not get your butt kicked by Shadows. The higher your Fox S-Link rank, the cheaper it becomes to replenish your SP. At Rank 10, it's practically free! This allows you to stay in dungeons longer, grind more effectively, and ultimately level up faster.

Availability and Location

You can find the Fox hanging out at Tatsuhime Shrine during the day. He's pretty hard to miss – he's, well, a giant fox. However, you can only advance his Social Link when you have a request to fulfill. Once you've completed a request, talk to him again to initiate the next rank. Remember that his Social Link is not tied to any specific day of the week or time of day, making it much more flexible than some of the others. Also, the shrine is accessible after rescuing Yukiko Amagi from her dungeon. So, after that, you can start doing the Fox's Social Link.

Fox Social Link Rank Guide: Quest Items and Locations

Alright, let's get down to the business. This is where you'll find a breakdown of each rank, the items you need to acquire, and the best places to farm them. Remember, patience is key! Some of these items can be a bit rare, so don't get discouraged if you don't find them right away.

Rank 1 to 2: Lost Child Rescue

  • Quest: This quest is triggered at the Samegawa Flood Plain, near the woman looking for her child. The Fox will ask you to help her out and will start the Social Link.
  • Reward: Unlocks the Fox Social Link.

Rank 2 to 3: Need a Fox Statue

  • Item: 3x Fox Statue
  • Location: Yukiko's Castle. The Smiling Table enemy can drop these. It is a common enemy, so just go to any floor to find them.
  • Tip: Equip Personas with item drop rate skills to increase your chances.

Rank 3 to 4: Dying Will

  • Item: 4x Tiny Flowers
  • Location: The Bathhouse. You can find them by defeating the Selfish Basalt enemy. They are common on the first floors, so it shouldn't be a problem to find the flowers.
  • Tip: Go to the first floors to farm the flowers. It is not worth it to search the higher floors.

Rank 4 to 5: A Hollow Boy

  • Item: 5x Goho-M
  • Location: Marukyu Striptease. You must defeat the Rain Leg Musha enemy to drop the Goho-M item. This enemy is available on every floor.
  • Tip: You can buy the Goho-M at the shop, but this is not the point of the social link. If you don't find the enemy, come back the next day.

Rank 5 to 6: Hardcore Risette Fan

  • Item: 6x Peach Seed
  • Location: Void Quest. The Sky Balance enemy will drop the seeds. You can find them on the higher floors. The chest also contains the item, but it is more reliable to kill the enemy.
  • Tip: If you are looking for experience, this is a good way to do it. Void Quest gives a lot of experience.

Rank 6 to 7: Obsessive Girl

  • Item: 7x Wood Board
  • Location: Secret Laboratory. You can defeat the world Balance to get the Wood Board item. You can find this enemy in the middle floors.
  • Tip: They are not that common, but you will find them without any issues.

Rank 7 to 8: Girl in Blue

  • Item: 8x Knight Medal
  • Location: Heaven. Defeat the Ruin Knight to get the items. This enemy is common in the higher floors.
  • Tip: Heaven is great to level up your character, so it is not a waste of time.

Rank 8 to 9: Gentle Student

  • Item: 9x Broken Model Gun
  • Location: Magatsu Mandala. The Envious Giant is the enemy that will drop the item. Go to the middle and high floors to find it.
  • Tip: This is the last dungeon before the last one. Level up your party before going any further.

Rank 9 to 10: A True Companion

  • Item: 10x Calico Cloth
  • Location: Yomotsu Hirasaka. Defeat the Liberating Idol to get the Calico Cloth. This enemy is in the middle floors.
  • Tip: You can find the last enemy in the game in this dungeon. Prepare to face the last challenges.

Tips for Efficient Farming

Okay, so you know where to find the items, but how do you make the process as painless as possible? Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

  • Equip Item Drop Rate Skills: Certain Personas have skills that increase the chance of enemies dropping items. These are invaluable when farming for rare materials. Look for Personas with skills like