Running low on SP while grinding in Tartarus can be quite frustrating in Persona 3 Reload. However, you can significantly ease this challenge with SP recovery accessories and specific Persona abilities. While SP recovery might not be as straightforward as in Persona 5, these items and skills are still invaluable assets.
How to Get SP Accessories in Persona 3 Reload
Persona 3 Reload lacks SP Adhesive and similar accessories from Persona 5. Nevertheless, several accessories facilitate passive SP recovery.
The first SP recovery accessory available is the Felt Doll. It is obtained by fulfilling a missing person request on October 21, rescuing Maiko Oohashi from floor 146 of Tartarus. The Felt Doll grants Invigorate 1, replenishing three SP at the start of each turn for the wearer.
The Sorcerer’s Mark, a more potent SP recovery accessory, is obtained by completing Request #80 for Elizabeth, which becomes accessible after fulfilling 70 other requests. The Sorcerer’s Mark bestows Invigorate 2, restoring 5 SP per turn.
How to Get Spirit Drain in Persona 3 Reload
Although SP accessories are not immediately available, you can acquire useful skills early on for near-infinite SP recovery. Spirit Drain is one such skill that drains SP from enemies to replenish your own.
How to Get the Spirit Drain Skill Card
You can acquire the Skill Card for Spirit Drain from Tartarus. It may appear as a tier three sword card during Shuffle Time, typically after defeating powerful red shadows.
To streamline the process, save your game before engaging a red shadow. If you don’t obtain the desired Skill Card, reload your save and try again. Once acquired, duplicate the Skill Card at Naganaki Shrine to teach it to multiple Personas.
How to Fuse a Persona With Skill Drain
Alternatively, you can fuse a Persona with Spirit Drain. Naga learns Spirit Drain at level 22, but you can fuse it as early as level 17. By leveling up the Hermit Social Link, you can expedite Naga’s learning process. Various Persona combinations can yield a Persona with Spirit Drain.
Where to Buy SP Items in Persona 3 Reload
Before venturing into Tartarus, you can purchase SP recovery items from Mayoido Antiques at Paulownia Mall starting July 18. Until then, vending machines scattered across the city, including those in the Student Dormitory, offer limited options for purchasing SP items. Further vending machines can be found in different areas explored after school.
