Her aim is true and her spirits are high. Yukari Takeba makes her mark in the newest trailer forPersona 3 Reload, a remake of the acclaimed 2006 PlayStation 2 RPG. Followinglast week’s character trailerfor Aleks Le’s Protagonist, Heather Gonzales puts her take on the archer with a heart of gold.
Taking it up a Notch
The trailer shows off its impressive visuals and infectious music as we learn about Yukari. We get a bit more of a look at life outside Tartarus and school, like going to the theater and eating takoyaki. Plus, we get her signature banter with fellow member Junpei Iori. On the battlefield, her skills with the bow and her Persona, Io, make for a deadly combination.
Narrative-wise, we get some mentions of her backstory and the role she’ll play in the main game. Her devotion to justice and to her friends rivals others on the team. She’ll make for a great companion in and out of combat. WithPersona 3 Reload, as with the originals, the character is one of the romance options and social links.
In Japanese, original actress Megumi Toyoguchi (Junko fromMy Hero Academia) continues to play Yukari. For the English dub ofPersona 3, she was voiced in English by Michelle Ruff. Past roles of hers include Rukia inBleachand Yoko Littner inGurren Lagann. Now, Heather Gonzales fills in as the lovable huntress inPersona 3 Reload. She is most known for playing Mineru inThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
In the weeks to come,Atlus West’s YouTube pagewill post more character trailers for other members of S.E.E.S. Our very ownTimothy Monbleaugave his first impressions ofPersona 3 Reloadin August, praising the gameplay and graphics. Needless to say, fans of the original have much to look forward to before it launches onto current-gen consoles (and Xbox Game Pass) on July 01, 2025.
