Khakkhara
Khakkhara is a recurring item in the Megami Tensei franchise. It appears as a weapon for Kotone Shiomi.
Profile
A khakkhara is a staff topped with metal rings traditionally carried by Buddhist monks. Originally used as a noisemaker to announce a monk's presence and frighten away animals, it was adapted for use as a rhythmic instrument during chanting and sutra recitation, and for use as a weapon.
Gameplay
Mecahnics
Persona 3 Portable
| Weapon | Description | Effect | ATK | HIT | Price | Sell | Obtained |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khakkhara | A khakkhara representing the Six Perfections. | +10 to all stats | 400 | 99 | — | — | Fuse Atavaka with a Nihil Weapon |
Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth
| Weapon | Description | Effect | ATK | HIT | Price | Sell | Obtained |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khakkhara | A weapon for those who balance power and mercy.} | +4 to Ma | 197 | 99 | ¥40,100 (¥32,080 with discount) | — | Shop (after selling Raven Cache x1, Maya Mercury x2) |
Descriptions
| Game | Description |
|---|---|
| Persona 3 Portable | A khakkhara representing the Six Perfections. |
| Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth | A weapon for those who balance power and mercy. |
Audio Drama Appearances
Novel Appearances
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Trivia
The weapon's description in P3P references the six perfections in Mahāyāna Buddhism:
- Dāna pāramitā: generosity, giving of oneself;
- Śīla pāramitā: virtue, morality, discipline, proper conduct;
- Kṣānti pāramitā: patience, tolerance, forbearance, acceptance, endurance;
- Vīrya pāramitā: energy, diligence, vigour, effort;
- Dhyāna pāramitā: one-pointed concentration, contemplation;
- Prajñā pāramitā: wisdom, insight.
Nomenclature
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