Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc – Complete Guide To Gifts

In the killing game of Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc, making friends is the last thing on certain characters' minds. Protagonist Makoto Naegi, however, believes that it's important to maintain bonds and trust. To that end, the player can build bonds between Makoto and his classmates, perhaps even forming deep friendships. These bonds can actually be important in-game, as they unlock abilities that players can employ during class trials.

In order to connect with his classmates and gain access to new skills, Makoto must not only spend time with them, but show some generosity through gifts. Each student has their own likes and dislikes, and since time together is limited in the killing game, there's little room for trial and error. Here's a guide to obtaining and giving gifts in the first Danganronpa game.

WARNING: Mild spoilers ahead for Trigger Happy Havoc.

Updated September 28, 2023, by Demaris Oxman: The Danganronpa games are all about the mystery that the characters find themselves in. As such, some players tend to overlook the social aspect of the games, and don't take advantage of Free Time. However, this is a mistake. By getting to know his classmates better, Makoto opens up new skills that can help him in the class trials, quite literally saving his life. Some of these skills are game-breaking, and can only be unlocked by giving presents to the right people.

There are over a hundred items that Makoto can collect; however, not all of them are giftable. To help players sort out their inventory, this guide has been updated to provide information on these items, so that Makoto has a clear idea of what he can gift and what he cannot.

How To Obtain Gifts

The player can obtain items to gift to their fellow students at the MonoMono Machine in the School Store. By putting in a Monocoin, players can obtain one item. The machine starts off with a 0% repeat chance; however, each time the player receives a new item, the chance of them getting an item they have received before increases. The player can put in additional Monocoins to lower the repeat chance; however, this does NOT increase the number of items they will receive. Makoto will only receive one item each time he pulls the lever.

Bear in mind that it's not necessarily a negative thing to receive an item that Makoto has received before, as many students like the same gifts. In particular, there are two gifts which are Liked by all students in the school, and are thus among the best to obtain. These are the Hope's Peak Ring and the Funplane.

Non-Giftable Items

Over the course of the game, players will find themselves coming into possession of items that, although they are part of the gift inventory, cannot be given as gifts to Makoto's classmates. If the player tries to do so, they will get a notification telling them that their attempted gift is a "key item" and cannot be given away.

The first two non-giftable items unlock bonus scenes. Item 91, A Man's Fantasy, has a chance to appear in the MonoMono Machine during Chapter 2. If Makoto has it in his inventory during Chapter 3, they'll get to see a steamy bathhouse scene. Item 92, Escape Button, has a chance to drop from the MonoMono machine after the player has completed Chapter 6. This unlocks an alternate ending in the main menu.

At the end of each chapter, Makoto will obtain an item that serves as a memento of that chapter's events, and often of the characters who died in that chapter. These items, numbered 93-100, cannot be gifted to NPCs. Similarly, after completing a classmate's report card, Makoto will receive a (somewhat dubious) token of their friendship. These items, numbered 101-114, cannot be given as gifts either.

Gift Preferences & Unlockable Skills

Each of Makoto's classmates has a list of Loved gifts, and a list of Liked gifts. Following each character's first Free Time Event (FTE), the player must present the character with a Liked or Loved gift each time they choose to spend some time with that person, in order to initiate the next Free Time Event and fill out the following page in that character's Report Card.

Below, players can find a full list of each character's Loved gifts. As the lists of Liked gifts are often much longer, a few are listed here, along with links to the Danganronpa wiki where players can find a full, detailed breakdown.

Aoi Asahina

The cheerful, friendly Ultimate Swimming Pro will gladly take a wide variety of gifts. Of course, items relating to her talent make the top of Hina's list, but she also seems to appreciate gifts that appeal to her girly side.

Loves:

012. Flotation Donut
016. Kitten Hairclip
026. G-Sick
036. Waterlover
038. Astral Boy Doll

Likes:

028. Red Scarf
047. Cherry Blossom Bouquet
065. Secrets of the Omoplata
089. Green Costume
See more on the wiki

Hina's Skills:

Extraordinary Focus (4th FTE): Increases the Focus gauge by 2 during class trials.
Ambidextrousness (6th FTE): In Bullet Time Battles, Makoto can lock onto two statements at once.

Junko Enoshima

Junko's list of gifts is an interesting mix. Some of her preferred items seem to fit her persona as the Ultimate Fashionista; however, others, like the God of War charm, hint at the character's true identity.

Loves:

011. Ration
016. Kitten Hairclip
046. Rose in Vitro
061. Golden Airplane

Likes:

001. Mineral Water
013. Overflowing Lunch Box
023. God of War Charm
035. Hand Bra
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Junko's Skills:

Trance (2nd FTE): Makoto will recover his Focus Gauge faster.
Charisma (3rd FTE): When choosing correct answers, Makoto will recover a greater amount of health in the Influence Gauge.

Chihiro Fujisaki

Sweet, adorable Chihiro's list of Liked gifts is one of the longest of all the Trigger Happy Havoc characters; thus, the Ultimate Programmer is relatively easy to befriend. They like gadgets and gizmos, and lots of other trinkets.

Loves:

021. Blueberry Perfume
042. Kirlian Camera
045. Unending Dandelion
070. Tips & Tips

Likes:

007. Prismatic Hardtack
026. G-Sick
058. Mr. Fastball
089. Green Costume
See more on the wiki

Chihiro's Skills:

Algorithm (2nd FTE): Makoto will memorize statements faster during Nonstop Debates.
Cheat Code (4th FTE): Time limits during the Nonstop Debates will not decrease.

Toko Fukawa

The Ultimate Writing Prodigy, Toko seems to appreciate gifts relating to her talent. Additionally, she likes items with an air of romance, which fits her preferred genre.

Loves:

017. Everlasting Bracelet
025. Glasses
046. Rose in Vitro
047. Cherry Blossom Bouquet
059. Antique Doll
071. Maiden's Handbag
084. Novelist's Fountain Pen

Likes:

004. Rose Hip Tea
019. Zoles Diamond
022. Scarab Brooch
079. Water Flute
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Toko's Skills:

Vocabulary (1st FTE): Increases Makoto's bullet capacity during Bullet Time Battles.

Genocide Jack

Toko's alternate personality actually has a few preferred gifts in common with Toko. However, given her different nature, others are definitely items that Toko would decline.

Loves:

017. Everlasting Bracelet
071. Maiden's Handbag
072. Kokeshi Dynamo

Likes:

034. Emperor's Thong
037. Demon Angel Princess
053. Berserker Armor
086. Cat-Dog Magazine

Jack's Skills:

Trigger Happy (6th FTE): Decreases the firing delay between bullets, in both the Bullet Time Battle and the Nonstop Debate.

Yasuhiro Hagakure

The Ultimate Clairvoyant likes snacks and food items, but in keeping with his personality, the best way to win him over is with strange trinkets and curiosities, especially ones that are supposedly mystical.

Loves:

060. Crystal Skull
061. Golden Airplane
062. Prince Shotoku's Globe
076. Sacred Tree Sprig
087. Meteorite Arrowhead

Likes:

009. Sonic Cup-a-Noodle
029. Leaf Covering
043. Adorable Reactions Collection
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Hiro's Skills:

Lost in Thought (1st FTE): Increases the time limit for each phase of the Class Trial.
Crystal Prediction: (4th FTE): Decreases an argument to three statements or less.

Kiyotaka Ishimaru

Taka, the Ultimate Moral Compass, has fairly short lists of Loves and Likes, but they cover a wide range of items — perhaps because he has few interests outside of school. Makoto can take the opportunity to introduce him to some fun.

Loves:

024. Mac's Gloves
028. Red Scarf
043. Adorable Reactions Collection
073. The Second Button
088. Chin Drill

Likes:

041. Quality Chinchilla Cover
053. Berserker Armor
066. Millennium Prize Problems
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Taka's Skills:

Attentive Influence (1st FTE): The Influence Gauge (i.e.; health bar) increases its maximum capacity by 2.
Steel Patience (3rd FTE): Makoto will take less damage to the Influence Gauge upon answering incorrectly.

Kyoko Kirigiri

The Ultimate Detective appears to have refined tastes, as she prefers high-end, elegant gifts. However, she also appears to like gadgets and gimmicks that could aid her in her profession, as seen on her Liked list.

Loves:

003. Civet Coffee
021. Blueberry Perfume
046. Rose in Vitro
047. Cherry Blossom Bouquet
080. Bojobo Dolls

Likes:

025. Glasses
052. Golden Gun
054. Self-Destructing Cassette
082. Voice-Changing Bowtie
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Kyoko's Skills:

Neural Liberation (3rd FTE): The Focus Gauge will decrease more slowly whenever it is used.

Leon Kuwata

Leon's gifts don't appear to follow much of a theme; however, it's worth noting that none of them are baseball-related. It's not surprising, considering the Ultimate Baseball Star doesn't really consider his talent anything special.

Loves:

017. Everlasting Bracelet
021. Blueberry Perfume
033. Jimmy Decay T-shirt
068. Project Zombie

Likes:

002. Cola Cola
027. Roller Slippers
081. Small Light
082. Voice-Changing Bowtie
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Leon's Skills:

Robot Jock (1st FTE): Increases rate of fire for Truth Bullets.
Kinetic Depth Perception (3rd FTE): Automatically targets weak spots in an argument while using the "concentrate" mechanic.

Celestia Ludenberg

The Queen of Lies likes to project elegance and refinement, and her preferred gifts reflect that. They appeal to her gothic lolita aesthetic, and her attempt to give off an air of mystery.

Loves:

004. Rose Hip Tea
018. Love Status Ring
019. Zoles Diamond
048. Rose Whip
059. Antique Doll

Likes:

022. Scarab Brooch
047. Cherry Blossom Bouquet
068. Project Zombie
069. Pagan Dancer
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Celeste's Skills:

Raise (3rd FTE): Monocoins found during the School Life phases of the game are tripled. Players also receive +10% Monocoins after Class Trials.
Menacing Focus (5th FTE): The Focus Gauge increases by 5.

Sayaka Maizono

Fitting with her image, Sayaka seems to like cute and girly things. Though players don't get much time with the Ultimate Pop Sensation in the main story mode, it's worth offering her one or two of these gifts. In the bonus mode, players can spend a bit more time with her, learning more about her character — if they win her over with presents, that is.

Loves:

016. Kitten Hairclip
017. Everlasting Bracelet
018. Love Status Ring
046. Rose in Vitro
047. Cherry Blossom Bouquet

Likes:

004. Rose Hip Tea
030. Torneko's Pants
031. Bunny Earmuffs
059. Antique Doll
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Sayaka's Skills:

Melodious Voice (1st FTE): In Bullet Time Battles, destroying an opponent's statement will deal more damage.

Mondo Owada

Mondo, as one might expect, likes gifts that cater to his tough-guy image. There are some surprises on his lists though, hinting at a softer side.

Loves:

009. Sonic Cup-a-Noodle
027. Roller Slippers
032. Fresh Bindings
041. Quality Chinchilla Cover

Likes:

003. Civet Coffee
028. Red Scarf
033. Jimmy Decay T-shirt
047. Cherry Blossom Bouquet
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Mondo's Skills:

Downshift (2nd FTE): Reduces Makoto's aim speed in the Nonstop Debate and Hangman's Gambit.
Upshift (3rd FTE): Increases Makoto's aim speed in the same minigames.

Sakura Ogami

Unsurprisingly, the Ultimate Martial Artist appreciates athletic-themed gifts. But despite appearances, Sakura has a romantic, feminine side, and several of her preferred gifts reflect this.

Loves:

023. God of War Charm
032. Fresh Bindings
046. Rose in Vitro
064. Asura's Tears
065. Secrets of the Omoplata

Likes:

016. Kitten Hairclip
024. Mac's Gloves
031. Bunny Earmuffs
036. Waterlover
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Sakura's Skills:

Breathing Technique (2nd FTE): The Focus Gauge recovers faster.
Tranquility (4th FTE): Completely steadies the player's aim.

Byakuya Togami

Surprisingly, given how discerning and selective he is, Byakuya has one of the longest list of Loved gifts of all the characters in the first game. It seems he's a collector of curiosities.

Loves:

003. Civet Coffee
022. Scarab Brooch
052. Golden Gun
057. Old Timey Radio
060. Crystal Skull
061. Golden Airplane
062. Prince Shotoku's Globe
066. Millennium Prize Problems

Likes:

010. Royal Curry
034. Emperor's Thong
069. Pagan Dancer
087. Meteorite Arrowhead
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Byakuya's Skills:

Cool and Composed (1st FTE): Steadies the player's aim slightly.
Envious Influence (3rd FTE): Increases the Influence Gauge by 5.

Hifumi Yamada

The Ultimate Fanfic Creator seems rather choosy, as his preferred gift lists are fairly short. However, he won't turn down junk food, or memorabilia from his favorite content.

Loves:

002. Cola Cola
006. Potato Chips
037. Demon Angel Princess Figure
045. Unending Dandelion
070. Tips & Tips

Likes:

008. Black Croissant
038. Astral Boy Doll
047. Cherry Blossom Bouquet
088. Chin Drill
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Hifumi's Skills:

Handiwork (1st FTE): The player can reload two bullets at once during Bullet Time Battles.
Delusion (4th FTE): The influence gauge recovers whenever the player uses the Focus Gauge.

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