Summary
- Lufel, the newest mascot, is stylish but still needs time to shine.
- Teddie from Persona 4 is loyal but can be overbearing with his puns.
- Koromaru in Persona 3 is a simple, charming dog with a strong presence.
The Persona franchise has its fair share of charismatic characters. Whether it be the loudmouthed Ryuji from Persona 5, the dorky but steadfast Chie from Persona 4, or the snarky yet kindhearted Yukari from Persona 3, these characters have captured the minds and hearts of players from around the world. Along those lines, one thing the Persona series is known for is its eye-catching mascot characters.
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These characters, whether they are humanoid or not, have certain features that immediately draw prospective players' attention to them. They're marketable, that's for sure, but they're also well-developed, likable, and so unbelievably memorable. With this type of character coming into prominence starting in Persona 3, there's been plenty of time to decide which Persona mascot characters are the best of the best.
6 Lufel (Persona 5: The Phantom X)
New and Fly
Persona5: The Phantom X
- Released
- June 26, 2025
WHERE TO PLAY
“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!”
The beloved RPG series with over 22 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!
Set in modern-day Tokyo!
Normal high-school student by day, villain-fighting Phantom Thief by night!
Explore the dungeons of the heart and defeat the distorted enemy Shadows!
Dive into dungeons of the heart called Palaces with your fellow Phantom Thieves, who have awakened their Persona, the power of the heart. Steal the Treasure to restore the warped heart!
Stylish, snappy, and satisfying turn-based combat!
Experience the signature flair of the Persona series with striking visuals and addictive moves that can wipe out all your foes in one swoop!
Level up your Persona, the power of your heart, and become the most powerful Persona-user!
Obtain new Personas, infiltrate dungeons of the heart, and prevent a future of ruin!
Enjoy your youth as a student!
Savor student life in an urban metropolis as a high-school student! How you spend your days after school is up to you—deepen your friendships, devote your time to clubs, or even work part-time!
Interact with a variety of fascinating characters!
Tons of new characters inhabit the game, created under the supervision of Shigenori Soejima and the rest of the Persona team!
Lufel is the newest entry into the mascot family, so his placement isn't necessarily the fairest. Due to being a main character in a live-service game, Lufel, or as he's known through his codename, Cattle, hasn't been given the proper time to really shine. As of right now, he's essentially Morgana-lite, too, acting as a guide to the Metaverse for the Persona 5: The Phantom X cast.
What he does have all to his own is his sleek design and brilliant Persona, Robroy. As an Owl, he's given a lot more to do in the real world, not being relegated to his respective MC's bag. His stylish jacket and his striking tonfa make his Metaverse look shine, while his cool goggles carry between both worlds as quite the memorable prop. With a promising start, as the story of Persona 5: The Phantom X continues, Lufel could find himself climbing the ranks quite quickly.
5 Teddie (Persona 4)
Occasionally Unbearable
Persona 4 Golden
- Released
- December 9, 2008
WHERE TO PLAY
The world-renowned Persona 4 Golden promises unforgettable adventures, meaningful bonds, and heartwarming experiences shared together with friends. They say your soulmate will appear if you stare into a television set on a rainy night… This strange rumor slowly spreads through the rural town of Inaba, the protagonist’s new home, just as a chain of mysterious murders begin. As the protagonist and his teammates chase after the truth, they find themselves opening the door to another world.
Explore otherworldly dungeons, take down monstrous Shadows, and confront the darker sides of one's self as you inch closer to the truth behind the serial murder cases. Venture around the town of Inaba, partake in an eventful school year, meet kindred spirits, and forge invaluable bonds. New quality of life features including improved graphics and smoothness, difficulty selection and quick save functionality.
- ESRB
- M For Mature 17+ due to Alcohol Reference, Animated Blood, Language, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Violence
- Developer(s)
- Atlus
- Publisher(s)
- Atlus
- Engine
- RenderWare
- Franchise
- Persona
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
- Platform(s)
- PC, PS Vita, PS4, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- How Long To Beat
- 70 Hours
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
- File Size Xbox Series
- 10 GB (November 2023)
Persona 4's mascot, Teddie, sticks with the Investigation Team through thick and thin and will fight like nobody else for his friends. His loyalty is undeniable, but so is his constant barrage of bear-based puns, and his uncomfortable approach to characters like Chie and Yukiko. There's a lot of good about Teddie, but with that good comes quite a fair bit of bad. And if not bad, really just "a lot."
His Persona, Kintoki-Douji, perfectly meshes with Teddie's look and attitude. It's silly, but powerful, just the same as Teddie. Once Teddie gains his human form, it begins to raise more worrying thoughts about his treatment of his female companions. Hopefully, in Persona 4 Revival, he'll be a little bit better, but for now, Teddie is a charming yet heavily flawed bear.
4 Koromaru (Persona 3)
The Best Boy
Persona 3 Reload
- Released
- February 2, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into the shoes of a transfer student thrust into an unexpected fate when entering the hour "hidden" between one day and the next. Awaken an incredible power and chase the mysteries of the Dark Hour, fight for your friends, and leave a mark on their memories forever.
Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era.
Experience the pivotal game of the Persona series faithfully remade with cutting-edge graphics, modernized quality-of-life features, and signature stylish UI.
Fully immerse yourself in an emotional, gripping journey with new scenes, character interactions, and additional voiceover.
Choose how to meaningfully spend each day through various activities from exploring the Port Island to forging genuine bonds with beloved characters.
Build and command your optimal team to take down otherworldly Shadows and climb closer to the truth.
- ESRB
- Mature 17 / Blood, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence
- Developer(s)
- P-Studio
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 4
- Franchise
- Persona
- Genre(s)
- JRPG, RPG, Life Simulation, Strategy
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- How Long To Beat
- 65 hours
Having a cute dog have control over a destructive power is always a recipe for a good time, and Persona 3's very own Koromaru is exactly that. He acts as a ray of shining light in Persona 3's constant dour story. A sweet dog that's completely loyal up until the very end, it's hard not to love him just the same as how he loves everyone else.
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Koromaru has a pretty simple design, but his simplicity is what makes him so charming. He's an adorable Shiba Inu, with small flourishes that make him stand out on his own. The same goes for Persona 3's version of Cerberus, Koromaru's Persona. Koromaru is simple on the surface, with just that little bit more under the collar. His simplicity is his charm.
3 Sophia (Persona 5 Strikers)
A Digital Darling
Persona 5 Strikers
- Released
- February 3, 2021
WHERE TO PLAY
Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!
Jump into the stylish world of Persona in an all-new story. Dynamically control your team during explosive action combat. Battle across Japan in an epic road trip
Persona 5 Strikers' Sophia is the second Persona series mascot character that's comprised of 0s and 1s, and despite being from a spin-off, she makes quite the impression. Half of the intrigue of mascot characters is the mystery that comes along with them, and Sophia's connection with EMMA brings up so many questions throughout the game, it'd drive any player to want to learn more.
Her upbeat attitude and her slowly becoming accustomed to human ways are a joy to watch, and her appropriately chosen Metaverse codename being Sophie, just adds to that. Pithos, her "Persona," adds more to her mystery, and what happens to it later adds to her appeal. Her character arc is full and satisfying, and every aspect of her comes together to create a perfect follow-up to the original Persona 5.
2 Morgana (Persona 5)
Bona Fide Mona Fide
Persona 5 Royal
- Released
- March 31, 2020
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.
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood, Drug Reference, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence
- Developer(s)
- Atlus, P-Studio
- Publisher(s)
- Atlus
- Engine
- Proprietary Engine
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- Franchise
- Persona
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- How Long To Beat
- 100 Hours
- PS Plus Availability
- N/A
If dogs can work as a good partner to fight off shadows, Persona 5's purr-fect Phantom Thief, Morgana, shows that cats can do it just as well. One of the very first characters the player meets, Morgana makes a strong impression. He's funny, can be serious, and shows the full extent of what a Persona-wielder is capable of. Morgana's Persona, Zorro, isn't just a cool design; he has some power and healing to back it up, too.
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A sleek, friendly, plushie-able design goes a long way in making a character visually appealing, and Morgana checks off every single box. He's cool, cute, and an absolute blast to follow. His interactions with the Phantom Thieves, and Joker specifically, endear him so well. Sure, he can be moody and a little overbearing, but with his dream of being a human, having those qualities means he's nearly there.
1 Aigis (Persona 3)
0s and Number 1s
A mascot character so good Persona 3 gave her her very own DLC, Aigis is beloved for a reason. Her sleek, robotic design is like no other, especially back when Persona 3 first came out. Her persona, Palladion, matches her aesthetic perfectly. She's smart, weird, capable, and clearly an expert at confrontation; it's hard not to see this super fighting robot and be won over immediately.
She's a well-rounded character, one with attachments so deep with the MC, she's romancable. She's more than just a marketable face; she's the beating heart of Persona 3, all while not having a biological one. Even if she didn't have her own playable story, she'd still likely take the first place spot.
- Video Game(s)
- Persona 2: Innocent Sin, Persona 2: Eternal Punishment, Persona 3, Persona 3: FES, Persona 3 Portable, Persona 3 Reload, Persona 4, Persona 4 Golden, Persona 4 Arena, Persona 4 Arena Ultimax, Persona 4: Dancing All Night, Persona 5, Persona 5 Royal, Persona 5 Strikers, Persona 5 Tactica, Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth, Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth, Revelations: Persona
- Creation Year
- 1996
- Developer(s)
- Atlus, P-Studio, Arc System Works
- Publisher(s)
- Atlus, Deep Silver, Sega, Square Enix, NIS America