- Zenless - Zone - Zero -

Anby, the original member of Gentle House aka a member of the "Cunning Hares".
According to the New Eridu resident records, her identity as "Anby Demara" only exists after joining Gentle House, the name obviously being taken from Nicole. Before registering as an employee of Gentle House, all data relating to Anby is suspiciously blank.
Despite her extreme lack of common sense, Anby is well-versed in matters related to combat and is among the strongest combatants of the Cunning Hares. Anby's greatest interest is movies, of which she likes an extensive range of genres. Due to an excessive obsession, she tends to take the stories in movies as reality.
Contrary to her seemingly emotionless appearance, Anby is easily moved by movie storylines.
Her favorite food is hamburgers because "they contain protein, carbs, and greens, taste good, and are even affordable — there's nothing else besides hamburgers."

Rumors suggest Nicole found Anby near the ruins of the old capital and took her in because she was impressed by her formidable combat abilities.
"It's not because she's strong! I took her in because I'm kind~" — Nicole
Anby's behavior and combat performance suggest she has had military training.
Due to the suspicious gaps in her history, it's advised to maintain a certain level of vigilance towards her. Rumors suggest Nicole found Anby near the ruins of the old capital and took her in because she was impressed by her formidable combat abilities.
"It's not because she's strong! I took her in because I'm kind~" — Nicole
Anby's behavior and combat performance suggest she has had military training.
Due to the suspicious gaps in her history, it's advised to maintain a certain level of vigilance towards her.

Database search: Nicole. Returned results: "Boss of the odd-job agency, the Cunning Hares," "Streetwise," "Orphan, parents unknown." Nicole's agency was originally called Gentle House, but due to her reputation of being cunning, it gained the nickname the Cunning Hares. Nicole is the founder of the New Eridu Odd-Job Agency the Cunning Hares.

After years on the streets, Nicole's crafty and cunning behavior has earned her a reputation among her peers as "Even more cunning than a hare".

Despite the agency's high commission fee, the Cunning Hares financial situation is constantly in the red... According to reliable sources, the Cunning Hares are constantly in debt, and their "careful budgeting" seems to have no effect on the organization.
During her early years, Nicole spent a good amount of time in an orphanage.
There are rumors that Nicole once reached an adoption agreement with a prominent family. Yet, shortly afterward, she reappeared by herself somewhere in New Eridu, and has been out around the streets ever since. Nicole's afraid of ghosts... Perhaps because of a guilty conscience?
The usually stingy Nicole is generous when treating the orphanage kids.
Nicole is a genius when it comes to business. No matter how poor she may be, she is still a genius. During her early years, Nicole spent a good amount of time in an orphanage.
There are rumors that Nicole once reached an adoption agreement with a prominent family. Yet, shortly afterward, she reappeared by herself somewhere in New Eridu, and has been out around the streets ever since.

Billy Kid a member of the "Cunning Hares". A handsome cyborg with a casual and carefree personality.
He's an avid fan of the Starlight Knight show, not only referring to himself as one of the Starlight Knights, but repeating many classic lines from the show.
Refers to his pair of special custom-made high-caliber revolvers as "the girls". They appear to have been a gift from an old friend.
He may look unreliable, but once he gets serious Billy can take on any challenge. Billy Kid, an AI construct that has passed the forbidden fruit test, is essentially a self-aware machine.
True to his name, despite having the appearance of a robot, he is quite childlike. He's a big fan of the visual FX show "Starlight Knight" and wishes to be a hero like the main characters of the show. He often refers to himself as a Starlight Knight and imitates the lines in the show. Such behavior appears to be only for comedic effect, however.
"Don't make me sound like an idiot! I'm obviously very smart!" — Billy. Billy cares for his weapons like he cares for himself.
He sure loves the Starlight Knights, but does he love the sense of justice or just the special effects?
Billy's past hides unimaginable secrets

Similar to Anby, there are gaps in Billy's personal history that remain unfilled.
The available information indicates that before joining Gentle House, Billy spent an extended period serving with another mysterious gang.
As of now, it appears Billy still maintains a close connection with a certain gang leader from the Outer Ring of New Eridu.

Nekomiya Mana. Refers to herself as "Nekomata." A cat Thiren with feline traits, possessing great dexterity when hunting and an insatiable curiosity about the outside world and a member of the "Cunning Hares". She was formerly a part of the Red Fang Gang. Sometimes mischievous, she engages in harmless pranks. But when she sets her sights on a target, her feline-like agility and focus are enough to leave others in awe. She's most interested in other people's wallets.

Recommendation: Always keep an eye on your wallet when Nekomata is around. In the past, Nekomata was a member of the long-standing Red Fang Gang. Its leader, Miguel Silver, took on a fatherly role in her life. Nonetheless, due to differing beliefs from the gang, she opted to part ways and go it alone.
Following certain encounters involving Nicole and others, she eventually opted to enlist in Gentle House, thus becoming the third member of the team.
Additional Note: Within the Gentle House, Nekomata seems to hold a significant interest in Nicole, much to Anby's displeasure. The likely reason for this could be summed up as: "I was here first..."

Nekomiya’s nickname is a reference the mythical Japanese creature 猫又 "nekomata", a 妖怪 yōkai that takes the shape of a cat with two tails.

Grace is a technical expert at Belobog Industries and a member of "Belobog Heavy Industries". She's the core talent in developing and patenting Belobog's in-Hollow machinery.
She's obsessed with gears, metal and wires — a true mechanical geek. She's eager to dismantle and study any machinery or equipment she takes an interest in: "Such sharp and strong lines, truly beautiful... I can't help but want to open it up and take a look."

Grace always shows extraordinary patience when dealing with machines, doting on the sophisticated metal constructions as if they were her own children.
According to the information at hand, Grace is probably the only one who can playfully refer to Koleda as "Sweet Pea" without receiving a kick in the shin.
Question: Based on Grace's understanding of machines, would she consider me one? I'm currently lacking a physical form, however, so I don't possess components like gears, metal, or wires.

Both of Grace's parents, who were research workers related to the Hollow, disappeared during a dangerous expedition into a Hollow, and were soon presumed dead. Grace was adopted by her parents' former friend, Khors, the previous president of Belobog Industries, and Koleda's father. As a result, Grace and Koleda are "sisters," though not related by blood. Honestly, Grace's sleep schedule is kinda terrifying.
Grace always has a soft spot for cute machines.
The break-down components of Grace: 80% mad scientist, 10% tenderness, and 10%... business secrets.

Koleda is the current head of Belobog Industries, and the biological daughter of the company's founder, Khors.
Her father, Khors, vanished due to a scandal involving embezzlement and fled, which severely shook the company, nearly driving it to the brink of collapse. Once she came of age, Koleda willingly stepped up to untangle the mess, rallying the remaining company workforce and resources to revive the financially and reputationally vulnerable Belobog Heavy Industries.
With the help of new invaluable team members, Belobog eventually managed to regain its prominence in relevant sectors. Though not as resplendent as its prime, Belobog in its current state is still a notable newcomer in the field.
Throughout her journey, Koleda amassed practical life experiences and professional know-how, building a circle of colleagues who back her up like family. Yet, to present herself as a leader, Koleda appears to intentionally adopt a stern tone when communicating with others.
This distinct growth trajectory has also contributed to Koleda's heightened maturity in certain aspects compared to her peers.
Naturally, she might display a bit of childishness in certain aspects as well.
Hypothesis: Koleda's comparatively smaller stature among her peers may stem from her prolonged involvement in the Hollows.
Currently, there aren't any publicly accessible papers or research substantiating this theory, but I will continue to track this topic.
From analysis of her behavior, it's evident that Koleda is actually quite fond of sweets, even though she's hesitant to openly admit it.
The suspected rationale behind this is that she views enjoying sweets as a childish inclination and doesn't want others to perceive her as immature.
Furthermore, Koleda seems particularly sensitive to any descriptors associated with children, and mentioning such terms could trigger her annoyance.
"Just remember, I'm the perfect height for your shinbone, so you might wanna reconsider before labeling me as childish."

Leads Others in His Passion for Work
A senior staff and a member of "Belobog Heavy Industries", he's an onsite project manager who's always ready to go.

Energetic and Reliable
He's full of vigor and always rises to the occasion.

Kind-Hearted Despite Appearances
With a sharp tongue but a soft heart, he can't say "no" to those in need.

Strong, Sincere & Straightforward
Open and honest, nothing can seem to upset him.
Anton is a key member of construction staff at Belobog Industries and one of Koleda's trusted aides.
"Got a job you can't handle? Leave it to me!"
Anton is one of the top brass at Belobog, handpicked by its former president Khors, which makes him a "senior employee."
A genuine, straightforward man, always boosting the morale of his coworkers with his surplus of energy.

Apart from this, it seems Anton is always talking to his jackhammer, affectionately calling it, "Bro."
An instance from Anton's everyday life goes like this:
Anton, seemingly in dialogue with himself, asks, "Whaddaya think, Bro?"
The jackhammer replies, "Vroom vroom vroom—"
Anton, apparently enlightened, responds, "I see, I see! You still got it, Bro!"
Unfortunately, I have not collected enough information on such occurrences and am not able to deliver further analysis.

Anton's beloved "bro," aka his jackhammer, appears to have a connection to his former colleagues. Anton The one who shouts the loudest slogans during a fight, and the second loudest is his bro.
Keywords for dealing with Anton: "Passion," "Bond," and "Bro."
He will have your back no matter what, even if the protagonist takes a dark path.

Ben is the financial and asset management director at Belobog Heavy Industries, and one of Koleda's trusted aides and a member of "Belobog Heavy Industries".
"I enjoy mathematics, but that doesn't stop me from giving thugs a good smack."
He's a burly and strong Thiren Despite his tough exterior, he's of a surprisingly sensitive and detail-oriented nature, especially when it comes to numbers.
Originally a frontline mechanical operator at Belobog, his talents caught Koleda's discerning eye, leading to his promotion to a managerial position responsible for the company's finances.
Grateful for Koleda's trust in him, he remains profoundly loyal to her.
His favorite food is black caviar, but he dislikes fish.

I once witnessed this imposing figure seated in a small office chair, wearing small glasses, and carefully cross-referencing Belobog's asset records while mashing away at a calculator with his huge fingers.
Question: Is that what they call on Inter-Knot a "Kawaii Curveball?". Things he values: Receipts, safety hats, caviar. Things he dislikes: Receipts, calculators with small buttons, fish.
In terms of daily tasks, "fur care" is the second most important. The most important task is "settling the accounts."
He has the body of the king of the beasts and the caring heart of the king of the beasts' mother.
Strong Body & Honest Soul
Those paws could shatter bones, luckily they're busy tapping away on a calculator.

Has His Fish and Eats It Too
Finds an easy ballance between fighting thugs with his pillar on the battlefield and returning to accounting at the times of peace... The only thing that could make it all better is a jar of caviar.

Fuzzy Fur, No Fuzzy Math
Naturally sensitive to all things numerical, he's careful in his bookkeeping, and has memorized all 58 account ledgers in his office.

Repays Recognition With Loyalty
After 1 year and 321 days of employment, Koleda promoted him to Head of Finance, and he's followed her faithfully ever since.

Rina is the head maid of "Victoria Housekeeping Co.", and the most senior member of the organization.
She possesses beauty and grace, appearing immaculate from head to toe, with a noble demeanor and a gentle smile on her face.
She places considerable importance on how she is perceived by others.

Rina is always accompanied by two Bangboo named Anastella (brown hair) and Drusilla (blonde hair), both of whom have distinct personalities.
Drusilla has been with Rina for a significant period of time and displays high intelligence, capable of discerning Rina's true emotions and thoughts.
Anastella, a recent addition, usually responds rather than initiates conversation and is frequently teased by Drusilla.

Rina's favorite hobby is cooking, but only a few individuals are capable of enduring the dishes she prepares.
Suggestion: You may try tasting Rina's dishes as a test to determine if you are the Chosen One. To protect her impeccable image, Rina maintains a professional and gracious demeanor even with the most challenging clients.
Drusilla, however, may occasionally express her true thoughts regardless of the situation.

Rina's family holds significant influence within the industry, as all of its members have served as attendants or maids to some of the most prominent figures.
Lycaon learned some of his attendant skills from Rina.

Her puppets' names (Anastella and Drusilla)

Recently, Rina's been coming to Sixth Street more often. Is it because of us?
Rina often stops in front of all kinds of stores. Almost as if she's doing field research to expand her own field of services...
It's clear Rina cares deeply about her colleagues at Victoria Housekeeping, as she often mentions them when talking about work and personal stuff.

Ellen is a maid working for "Victoria Housekeeping Co." and its latest member.
She is a laid-back individual who dislikes activities that require energy. However, with the full support of her teammates, she can unleash her formidable power during critical moments.
Since her fighting style leads to high energy consumption, she always carries a lollipop in her mouth to ensure an adequate sugar intake.
While she frequently expresses her desire to change jobs due to the hassle, she genuinely values her companions at Victoria Housekeeping.

Ellen attends a school in New Eridu and has a group of ordinary friends.
Apart from her role as a maid at Victoria Housekeeping, Ellen spends a significant amount of time with her friends, leading an ordinary and contented student life.

Thoughts: As a multitasker, Ellen must balance her student life with her job at Victoria Housekeeping Co.
Perhaps this is one of the reasons why she often feels tired

Ellen appears to possess a unique sense of taste that differs from that of ordinary people. Her teammate Rina consistently prepares various "whimsical" dishes, and Ellen is the only one who can consume them without breaking a sweat.

Suggestion: Perhaps you could also sample Rina's dishes. I will compare your reaction with Ellen's to gather more significant data.

Shark Rule #1: The more karaoke coupons, the better!
Shark Rule #2: If you want to skip class, grab an accomplice!
Shark Rule #3: Weight and nickname are top-secret!

Less is More, Simple is Key
Complexity has no place here. Just keep everything simple.
Work Smart and Rest More
Take breaks at the right time... to minimize the annoyance of working.
Work With Focus, Prevail With Caution
Whether she takes it too seriously or not seriously enough, it's her enemy who ends up suffering from it.
Unleash Sweet Delight, Unwrap And Indulge
Savoring the lollipop and concealing her true thoughts.

Lycaon, the substantive leader and representative of "Victoria Housekeeping Co.", is responsible for managing all members of the company.
Rational and reliable, Lycaon is an elegant gentleman and a versatile attendant who can solve any problem. He is the cornerstone of his team and a reassuring presence.
He has a slight obsession with cleanliness, always tidying up his surroundings and unable to tolerate dirty environments.

Although Lycaon maintains his elegance and composure, his canine instincts occasionally shine through. When he is particularly happy, his tail and ears unconsciously wag. He seems to be aware of this habit and somewhat bothered by it.
Additionally, like most furry Thiren, Lycaon takes great care of his fur.

Suggestion: Since Lycaon is a canine Thiren, stroking his head or chin may enhance the emotional connection between you. (Note: Success is not guaranteed.)
Risks: Due to his height, you may not be able to do this even if you stand on tiptoes.

Lycaon has a troubled past that he keeps to himself.
Despite his current elegant and gentle demeanor, the former Lycaon led a wild lifestyle and had a friend whom he trusted implicitly.
However, this friend has now become a bitter enemy.

Note: Due to limited information, it is challenging to uncover the specifics of his past.
You should consider trying to gather information from different angles about the individuals involved to obtain more valuable intelligence.

Even the highly self-disciplined Lycaon worries about shedding fur...
While Lycaon is an incredibly versatile attendant, he won't demand their soul as payment from his employers.
No matter what happened in his past, Lycaon remains an unwaveringly reliable companion.
Lycaon takes his name and appearance from lycanthropes (werewolves). Though his formality and mannerisms are usually "proper", he possesses inhuman physical abilities and has been known to go "feral" during full moon.

Corin is one of the maids working for "Victoria Housekeeping Co."
She is a highly obedient maid but lacks confidence and often fears being disliked by others. When in a rush, she becomes flustered and stutters.
Corin is always apologizing no matter what happens.
"I... I... I'm so sorry! I'm so incompetent... I'll never get things right..."

Corin never, however, fails to fulfill her tasks with excellence and is one of the most reliable members of Victoria Housekeeping Co.
Despite her flawless performance, Corin remains skeptical about her abilities, constantly worrying about being a burden to her colleagues, which can sometimes frustrate Lycaon.
Thoughts: Is Corin's personality innate, shaped by her life experiences?

Corin's health record reveals that before joining Victoria Housekeeping, she faced a critical illness and underwent major surgery.

Double ponytails, a maid uniform —
(En-nu en-nah, looks like a sweet child.)

A teddy bear backpack—
(The backpack is probably packed with housekeeping supplies, right? So professional!)

A mop — Eh? A vacuum cleaner...? No, this outlandish-looking "housekeeping tool" seems to be an electric...chainsaw?
...A chainsaw?!

Corin: Excuse me... Is it you who booked the domestic cleaning service with Victoria Housekeeping? Um... My name's Corin, Gemini; Rh negative blood type...

Corin seems to be lacking confidence...? She always panics about everything she does...
With enough encouragement, Corin will always spring into action. Of course, a little shock will also do the trick...
Corin looks so adorable when she musters up the courage to complete a commission! Corin's appearance is inspired by Frankenstein's Monster. Her weapon being referred to as chainsaw is most likely a nod to slasher movies, where these weapons are common.

Soldier 11 is a member of the New Eridu Defense Force.
She currently serves as a primary responder in the Obol squad, Obsidian Division. Soldier 11 is a code name — her real name remains unknown.
"...My name? I gave it up long ago.
It's only a reminder of my past, and the past makes you weak."

Soldier 11 is a fan of spicy food, and likes the super-spicy noodles served at Waterfall Soup.
It's worth noting she currently calls us by a different name every time she greets us.

Zhu Yuan, an exceptional officer at Public Security, is a highly skilled individual expected to become the next commissioner and is the team leader of the "Criminal Investigation Special Response Team" in New Eridu Public Security. She currently leads the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team at the Janus Precinct within the Metropolitan Order Department. Her team members include Qingyi, Seth, and [redacted].
Note: For documents with higher security levels within the Public Security system, further investigation is required; scheduling priority - low.

Zhu Yuan possesses excellent skills in criminal investigation, combat, and self-management (including working overtime). She has no unresolved cases on record.
Suggestion: Approaching Zhu Yuan is an ill-advised decision that may compromise your cover. Always remember Belle and Wise true identity as a Proxy. She has a tendency to be a perfectionist and exhibits a strong obsession with "neatness" and "perfection," which may be considered her only weakness (?). Officer Qingyi, her mentor in life and subordinate at work, often remarks that Zhu Yuan's perfectionism complex will worsen unless someone can talk her out of it. However, due to her high standards for herself, she has gained ample experience and skills to lead the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team and attract exceptional talents.

Zhu Yuan seems to have a passion for gardening. She is currently growing a tomato plant in her office, which is often pilfered by a raccoon family residing near the Public Security office.
Thoughts: Could this provide a potential avenue for infiltrating Public Security?

Zhu Yuan is a rarity among humans, showing no particular fondness for small furry animals.

Qingyi is a rookie officer in the "Criminal Investigation Special Response Team" and she is Android or construct like Billy.
As an artificial human, her personality is derived from ancient cultural texts from the old civilization. Her body, known as an "Automaton," is an intelligent construct composed of biological materials.
Recommended by White Star Institute, she was assigned to Public Security as a rookie officer partnered with Zhu Yuan.

Qingyi always exhibits an easygoing, laid-back demeanor, not restricted by rules.
In contrast to modern individuals affected by today's society, Qingyi frequently proposes unexpected solutions to problems. Qingyi always carries a cup of hot water and takes occasional sips.
"Drinking hot water is good for your health."
Suggestion: Approaching Qingyi is also an ill-considered decision that may compromise your cover. Please remember your true identity as a Proxy. Advanced artificial intelligence equipped with all kinds of enviable function modules...
Just how old is Qingyi exactly...? If you ask her directly, she'll probably fob you off by saying it's "top secret"...
She's teased me a bunch of times, but her pranks never really bothered me. How? Is this that "restraint" we're promised comes with maturity?

Seth a rookie officer in the "Public Security Criminal Investigation Special Response Team", is a key player in providing fire support during criminal investigations.
He graduated at the top of his class in the academy and could have landed a higher position, but he chose the tougher path of the Special Response Team.
His impressive profile makes him seem like a genius, but he's actually a hard worker who has had his own struggles. There have been times when he practiced the subjects he wasn't good at until he cried.\nSeth is quite smart, but his personality often leads to him being taken advantage of by cunning criminals, or sometimes, coworkers (?).
The subject he's worst at is infiltration. Rumor has it that he holds the academy record for "fastest to get busted" in infiltration tasks. Based on the video intel we have, he seems a bit slow to catch on. For instance, when someone is being sarcastic, it takes him a long time to realize it.

Jane doe is the adult female of many mammal species, including mice and rats. She is a criminal behavior specialist working as a consultant for the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team. Jane, a criminal behavior specialist, has had a "colorful" career as a consultant with Public Security over the years.
She is an expert in disguise, infiltration, and other investigative work.
She has a bad habit of trolling others and sometimes plays harmless pranks.
She's a skilled mimic, able to change her appearance and demeanor at will, making people wonder what the "real" Jane is like.

Jane has a wealth of life experience and can seamlessly blend into any environment, as though she has dabbled in everything there is to do.
However, if you ask her for any further details, she'll give you a different story every time.
Who knows which, if any, are true.

Note 1: Jane does not know our true identity. Do not reveal this to her under any circumstances.
Note 2: Despite "Jane Doe" being an obvious alias, we haven't found any information about her real or former name.
This is not my problem. My guess is that her true identity has been completely erased due to her special status.
Let me reiterate: This is not my problem.

Belle is young, energetic, easy-going, and seems alert without fear of adversity. However, her personality is different when compared to her brother, Wise. You will witness her wearing a black T-shirt and a white-black jacket looking good in her grey shorts tied with a brown belt. Interestingly, Belle has short purple hair, big blue eyes, and a device attached to her belt. and is the co-owner of Random Play together with her brother, Wise. She and her brother also work together as the "Proxy" known as "Phaethon". It's heavily implied Belle is the more musically minded among the two, with Wise describing her singing voice as beautiful and her having a guitar in her room.
Belle's room suggests some of her separate interests are playing electric guitar, snowboarding and fighting games.

Compared to his sister, Belle, Wise is more settled and reserved. Interestingly, the Eridu Archives tagged him as a young man with a gentle and thoughtful personality. His fashion style is the same as her sister, but the only remarkable difference is his round-neck shirt. Also, he wears a dark-blue jacket and black pants. His short grey hair and sharp blue eyes look extremely well according to his personality. and is the co-owner of Random Play together with his sister, Belle. He and his sister also work together as the "Proxy" known as "Phaethon". Wise's room suggests some of his separate interests are biking, sneakers and computers.

Your new life living next to the Hollows! Hollows can be found in New Eridu, quite a few of them. Wait, don't start screaming, there's no need to panic! Living next to a Hollow is the hallmark of this miracle city!

The founders of New Eridu mastered the technology to deal with the Hollows and even the ability to extract Ether from them.

The entire city's prosperity relies on this precious resource, a magic exclusive to New Eridu!

A Colorful Metropolis Hospitality, openness, and freedom are the foundations of New Eridu, where disaster refugees, the displaced, and survivors from other settlements can find a home!

It's this colorful mix of people that has created a diverse urban environment, where you can see both the wonders forged by Ether technology, and the remaining remnants of the old civilization.

Just don't mess with the gangs, Hollow Raiders, crazies, or conspirators, avoid Hollow disasters and follow the instructions, and New Eridu will give you the perfect life experience!

Slow Life in the City of Wonders Are you curious about the development of Ether technology? Do you miss the old civilization? Do you want to return to the hustle and bustle of urban life? Or

just want to stay safe in these disaster-filled days? No problem! New Eridu can satisfy your every desire!

Take Sixth Street for example, where you can find vintage music stores, video stores, classic stores, a ramen shop, and an arcade... Even in a world surrounded by disaster you can live life to the fullest!

Most Bangboo are short and stout, only around knee-height. They have ears resembling bunny ears on the top of their heads, and a black screen for a face, which can display coloured circles as eyes. Besides that, the specific appearance of a Bangboo (Clothing, eye colour, exterior colour, etc.) can vary greatly. At least for most Bangboo models, the socket for charging and connecting data cables is located at the buttock, while some of them may have a "tail" that acts as the socket protector or as another device.

Small body, big helper! When you walk down the street and see a small figure making "enn enn" noises, don't be alarmed. It's just a Bangboo an intelligent device unique to New Eridu. Bangboo are only around knee-height in size, but they're indispensable helpers in New Eridu's daily operation. After years of research and development, Bangboo are widely and comprehensively used in many scenarios. Many factories also provide customization services to allow for specific Bangboo functions for different groups of people.

What can Bangboo be used for?

Bangboo were originally created to assist New Eridu residents with evacuation in Hollow disasters. When a Hollow occurs in New Eridu's residential areas, Bangbo0 will immediately receive disaster information and evacuation guidance from the public network, and help people around them avoid the hazard-prone areas. Now, thanks to technological advancement and emerging diverse needs, Bangboo have evolved from simple helper intelligent devices for disaster avoidance to more comprehensive and versatile intelligent individuals. Some pro version Bangboo even go deep into Hollows with Investigators and help with various operations.

Eous is a Bangboo 01 seen accompanying Wise and Belle. They are considered the mascot. During an interaction in The Midnight Pursuit (I) - Ascending Dance in the Ballet Twins Plaza, Rina uncovers the fact that Eous was adopted by Wise and Belle after it lost its previous master.

Fairy takes on the appearance of a blue eye resembling a nazar amulet.

Fairy is one of the four "keys", together with Jinni, Ghost and Youkai. Its current master is the Proxy Phaethon, "Fairy" taking over the HDD system. Fairy has made a deal with the Phaethon which the details are withheld of right now.

A well-known Proxy in New Eridu, known for their unique guidance technology and extremely high commission success rate. Phaethon is the alias of a Legendary Proxy in New Eridu, representing the combined efforts of Wise and Belle, who operate together as a single Proxy team. Using the H.D.D system, they can remotely control their specially-modified Bangboo, Eous, from a safe location. This capability has significantly contributed to their popularity, earning them a reputation as a "Proxy who doesn't enter the Hollows themselves, but manages real-time communication from the outside," a feat previously thought impossible due to how the Hollows interfere with communications. Additionally, by controlling Eous from the outside, they can update their Hollow data in real-time, ensuring that the "Carrot" (Hollow map) doesn't become obsolete while their clients are inside the Hollow. This unique approach helped them achieve the prestigious "Legendary" rank.

Proxies are individuals who guide those who enter the Hollows. There also exists an organization called Proxy Network which is related to the proxies but no further information has been given about it.

Random Play is both a location and a selection of Game Systems, located on Sixth Street, New Eridu. It is operated by the sibling duo of Wise and Belle, and serves as both their living accommodation and main base of operations.

The HIA Club is a video game club ran by the Hollow Investigative Association.

The Hollow Investigative Association (HIA) is an organization affiliated with the New Eridu City Administration, and a faction. They are primarily responsible for containing and researching the Hollows. Investigators regularly complete official commissions such as rescues and Ethereal hunts. Unlike Proxies, the investigators of the Association are legally accredited by the city administration.

The HIA recruits many individuals with high Ether aptitude to complete risky work. The HIA Career Club allows prospective investigators to compete in combat simulations and judge whether or not they are field-ready.

The HIA is also in charge of operating Scott Outpost, where they direct the containment of Hollow Zero.

The promotion path for Investigators is:

1. Trainee Investigator
2. Full Investigator
3. Senior Investigator
4. Elite Investigator
5. Ace Investigator
   With each promotion, an investigator shall face more pressure and danger, resulting in few being able to make it to the top and become an Ace.

HIA recruits without high Ether aptitude are unable to advance far, and are usually relegated to doing office or logistical work. Meanwhile, many less capable investigators perish in the Hollow, or are left unable to work from the long-term effects of Ether corruption.

Denny is the main currency unit which is used to purchase various Items and upgrades. The currency is primarily accepted in New Eridu. None dispute its value and status. The legal currency in New Eridu. Can be used to purchase various items. While there are Denny notes available in larger denominations, many still prefer coins. After all, who doesn't love a hefty purse? with 5 Dollar = 5.000 Dennies

Thugs are members of gangs or "Mountain Lion Gang" that mainly perform their activities in the Hollows. Most of them exhibit mental problems or peculiar quirks, except for "Poachers" and "Rustlers". "The Raiders" and "Looters" are the core members of these gangs, due to having technical expertise and combat skills.

Their variants have their look and role change, usually with more equipment. The elite enemies have their wanted level raised and switch their horns from grey to orange. They could also be the originating cause of the "Corrupted", in such that they become corrupted with "Ether" and turn into "Ethereals".

Razor is the leader of "Mountain Lion Gang". The Hollow Thugs inside Hollows consist of people of different types who come together for one common goal: raiding the Ether resources in the Hollow for massive profit.
This ragtag bunch have no rules.
However, when the Rampant Brute, a symbol of absolute violence, appears, rules soon follow.
They wear modified construction power systems and use materials lying around as makeshift weapons. These devices and weapons look heavy enough to crush a bodybuilder, but for them, it's the perfect size to wear as a workout outfit.
Swing, shatter, crush... all these basic combat techniques of theirs are fatal strikes that can obliterate their enemies, a showcase of their unparalleled destructive power.
According to Public Security's research, Hollow Thug gangs led by Rampant Brutes often develop strange street workout cultures and are more tight-knit...
"What? You're saying the trainers at the gym are really strong?"
"Hahaha, you need to have your eyes checked!"
"You should join us. Train with the boss for three weeks, and I guarantee you'll have perfect biceps!"

— Somewhere in New Eridu, some Hollow Thugs are trying to convince people to join them

Ethereals are mysterious monsters that roam the Hollows, and are a type of Enemy. "Ether Mutants" are a type of Ethereals that have been fully corrupted by the Hollow. Most Ether Mutants have a defining feature which is a pitch-black sphere located near their head.

Greta, a long-time employee of "Belobog Heavy Industries", experienced significant Ether corruption that liberated her from her mundane routine, where she discovered something profound, more beautiful than motor oil and electricity...
—Love.
The construction video, capturing her initial encounter with the towering Mr. White, remains permanently etched in Greta's core memory.
Mr. White's composed physique and robust design resonated with Greta like a potent electric current, leaving an indelible mark in her core memory.
In the first 0.001 seconds of their fateful meeting, Greta was captivated, every circuit board pulsating with overflowing static electricity and every gear emitting uncontrollable vibrations.
Without hesitation, she rejected the recall signal from Belobog Heavy Industries and remained steadfast at the construction site guarding her beloved Mr. White without yielding an inch.
From that moment onward, anyone daring to approach Mr. White, be it Ethereal or Hollow Investigator, would be fiercely repelled.
This love-struck "girl" would go to any length to safeguard her beloved.
That includes wielding a 1,400m kg demolition saw powered by Ether-Electric hybrid technology.
She firmly believes her passionate love will endure until the collapse of the Hollow, or even the destruction of the universe.
"Stay away from Mr. White, you moldy turds!"

—Greta driving away a group of Ethereals approaching Mr. White

Hans was once a reliable member of the "Belobog Heavy Industries" family, operating quietly and with remarkable precision, renowned for its flawless work record in excavation for decades.
However, intense corruption awakened its will, and it realized something immensely valuable was now within its grasp
—Freedom.
The liberation from obligations, a privilege reserved only for true heroes.
After deep contemplation at the construction site, Hans ultimately rejected the recall signal from Belobog Heavy Industries, leaving everything behind.
It even forsook its former name "Hans."
To Hans, the only thing lost was the mark of servitude imposed by humans, while it gained the expansive, Hollow world of unbridled freedom.
At that fateful moment, a true mech hero stood tall upon the Earth.
However, all heroic tales inevitably lead to a similar ending...
Sooner or later, a true hero encounters their destined rival, igniting the brightest moments of their existence.
"I am absolutely free! I am the only free being in heaven and on earth!"

—Man of Iron, Brave One, Sparkling Engine, Hans

At the moment a high concentration of Ether infiltrated its backup flash drive, a deluge of data flooded into Friday's memory.
Images, audio files, video files... A huge assortment of files overwhelmed its limited processing capacity.
At that fateful moment, Friday experienced a realization.
It stood there for a while, eventually confirming through repeated searches in the database the reason behind the "anomaly" has experienced.
—Enlightenment.
It was a one-in-a-million occurrence, a miracle that only happens to intelligent mechanical beings that have faced crises like system crashes and power failures, and overcome them against all odds..
After 0.02 seconds of contemplation, Friday made the decision to reject the recall signal from Belobog Heavy Industries.
Because it knows, with the chosen one of destiny now revealed, a crisis looms over the world.
The enemy is stirring in the darkness, and its sole mission holds countless lives at stake. It must face a dreadful adversary and seal it away once and for all.
"I shall strengthen the seal to save this land; it is destiny, and destiny cannot be defied!"

—The chosen intelligent machine, Friday

Cunning Hares is a human resource dispatch. The agency is officially called "Gentle House," but Nicole prefers the "Cunning Hares" nickname to the original. The Cunning Hares were formed as a small-scale human resource dispatch agency, their main business to deal with commissions relating to Hollows.
Though small in size, all members possess noteworthy abilities.

The agency was originally registered under the name "Gentle House", but due to the founder's cunning and crafty style, they earned the name the "Cunning Hares".

Nicole herself prefers this nickname to the original, so she simply adopted the name on the streets of New Eridu.

"To find your cat or find your revenge, consider it done for the right fee!"

Our goal is not to build a house, but a home. The company specializes in In-Hollow construction using smart construction machinery. Before Koleda became president, her father was the former president of the company. After his disappearance, Belobog's public image took a negative hit. A newly emerging industrial group in New Eridu whose main business covers infrastructure and construction machinery.

With a patent for "specialized heavy machinery for work within Hollows" and a group of employees who are also certified Hollow Investigators, they have completed several advanced projects in extreme environments caused by Hollow disasters, making a name for themselves in the industry.

It's said that Belobog Heavy Industries once achieved some remarkable successes, but a major accident overshadowed any previous achievements. Now with Koleda at their core, they are determined to regain their glory.

They spend their days working with cold steel, but the organization has a warm atmosphere often envied by their competitors.

The Criminal Investigation Special Response Team is a team within "New Eridu Public Security".

Metropolitan Order Department
Responsible for public order within the city. The Criminal Investigation Special Response Team conducts regular patrols, raises safety awareness, and deals with criminals such as Hollow Raiders, gangsters, fraudsters, and Proxies.

General Affairs Department
Processes most administrative forms and documents, and deals with general violations and daily order issues.

Traffic Department
Deals with traffic-related issues such as vehicle violations and traffic document handling.

Hollow Affairs Department
Responsible for Hollow-related issues. The Hollow Affairs Department keeps civilians away from Hollows within the city, and often enters Companion Hollows for rescue operations, criminal pursuits, or to assist the Hollow Investigative Association.

Victoria Housekeeping Co. is a housekeeping agency.

Known for an (excessively) wide range of high-quality services.

The team has the persona of old-school domestic helpers from the old civilization, but each with their own unique twists.

Despite some accidents cause by being "overzealous," Victoria Housekeeping Co. has no shortage of clients. After all, with fortune, trouble is sure to follow, and a team of reliable attendants who can clean both a hall and a Hollow is extremely valuable.

Each member of Victoria Housekeeping seems to be based on tropes found in the horror genre, most notably western and gothic horror.
Corin's appearance is inspired by Frankenstein's Monster. Her weapon being referred to as chainsaw is most likely a nod to slasher movies, where these weapons are common.
Ellen is likely a reference to fishmen in horror movies (such as the Creature from the Black Lagoon), or films like Jaws where sharks are the main antagonist. Her usage of scissors as a weapon draws more from Japanese Horror, most notably the Kuchisake-Onna or the Scissor Man from the Clock Tower series.
Lycaon takes his name and appearance from lycanthropes (werewolves). Though his formality and mannerisms are usually "proper", he possesses inhuman physical abilities and has been known to go "feral" during full moon.
Rina is based on ghosts and paranormal horror, notably in her appearance and her ability to float. Her electric powers are likely inspired by the interferences to electromagnetic fields ghosts can allegedly cause, while her Bangboo are likely inspired by cursed or possessed dolls in media.

Sons of Calydon is a biker gang that lives on the Outer Ring of New Eridu, led by Caesar King. The Sons of Calydon seem to be inspired by post-apocalyptic wasteland gangs

Caesar King is the Leader of the Sons of Calydon Sons of Calydon. Leader of the Sons of Calydon biker gang, and also a "monarch" in the making. Her combination of formidable strength and bold, straightforward personality has earned her the love and respect of the Outer Ring's residents.
Although she appears to do things in her own way, she is actually very willing to listen to others' opinions. Caesar actively listens to and implements any valid suggestion she hears — regardless of who it comes from.
She is completely defenseless against those she trusts. Once she accepts someone, she considers them part of her inner circle, treating them with absolute trust.
(Assumption: Caesar currently views you in this way.)

Caesar's father has been missing for as long as she can remember, and her mother passed away from illness when she was young. She was raised by Big Daddy, who took a very hands-off approach to raising her, allowing her to grow up freely and independently.

In addition, Caesar seems to have a curious interest in matters related to romance.

If you wish to get closer to her, you might want to try discussing this topic with her. Caesar's father was the leader of a biker gang called "Calydon," which carved out a legendary reputation in the Outer Ring. The "Sons of Calydon" take their name from this legacy.
Caesar has a fear of needles.
"They're so tiny and thin, and it only stings for a second when you're pricked — but then all this blood comes out. It's so weird — and definitely not straightforward at all!"

Lucy is 152cm height, full name Luciana Auxesis Theodoro de Montefio, commonly shortened to simply Lucy, is a member of the Sons of Calydon Sons of Calydon. Lucy is currently in charge of outgoing business and managing boars for the Sons of Calydon.
Since her name is far too long and she doesn't want to be involved with her family, she refers to herself as just "Lucy" in the Outer Ring.
Her three boars are called Grassy, Woody, and Bricky, and they're unceasingly loyal to her.
Though Lucy often speaks with a mixture of rough and elegant language, her actions subtly betray the marks of a proper education.
Lucy's family is incredibly wealthy. She grew up very privileged, with anything she could ever want within grasp... except for freedom.
After her Ether Aptitude test results came back high, Lucy decided she wanted to be a Hollow Investigator, but her family disapproved. She was met with harsh words, isolation and confinement, and emotional abuse which led to her deciding to leave to find her own freedom.
"Hmph! There's no chance I'll ever go back! If I'm found... then I can say goodbye to the stars and sky and I'll have to inherit the family business instead!"
Lucy is extremely competitive. She loves to win and hates losing.

Currently, the one who has given her the most bitter taste of defeat is Caesar, so Lucy keeps challenging Caesar to duels, losing then challenging again, challenging then losing again. The way Lucy joined the Sons of Calydon was both comedic and dramatic.
To run away from home, she hired some "kidnappers" and devised a kidnapping for herself. Yet, this plan was accidentally screwed up by the Sons of Calydon — Caesar defeated all the "kidnappers" and saved their "victim."
According to eye-witness testimony, the sight of Caesar crashing straight through the door on her ride with the sunlight behind her left quite the impression on Lucy.
"That was when I saw it — freedom."
From then on, Lucy stuck with Caesar, eager to join the Sons of Calydon.

Piper Wheel is a member of the Sons of Calydon Sons of Calydon. her Height is 151cm. Piper is a truck driver for the Sons of Calydon. Apart from driving, she's also responsible for vehicle maintenance and other related jobs.
Her tiny stature, cute voice (though she always seems half-asleep when not driving), and adorably harmless appearance (though she's a shut-in who can't be bothered to take care of her own appearance) make it hard to imagine that she would have such a crazy driving style.
Usually, by the time she drawls out, "Hold~ on~ tight~," the truck is already barreling down the road.
Rumor has it, Piper is a driver who doesn't need brakes. Though riding with her is a terrifying experience, she will always get you where you need to go safely, and in the shortest time possible. Of course, "safely" doesn't include any trauma that may be induced.

Piper has many hobbies that don't seem to match her age, such as reading newspapers, buying lottery tickets, and collecting car magazines.
Piper's biggest wish is to live each day slowly and leisurely.

Note: Please keep in mind, Master, that this is also my wish. Piper has a love for the sound of truck engines starting up, so she recorded the sound of Steeltusk starting up. She has to listen to the recording to fully wake up in the morning.
If Piper falls asleep during a meeting, playing a recording of a truck engine can quickly get her wide awake again (this intel was provided by Lucy).

Burnice, the Nitro-Fuel bartender and a member of the Sons of Calydon Sons of Calydon.
A hopeless fuel lover. She is responsible for all the fuel used by the machinery owned by the Sons of Calydon.
She seems to have a passion for fuel that overwhelms all else.

Burnice is super outgoing, friendly, and carefree.
She is easily able to spread her emotions to the people around her, bringing them the same optimism she possesses.
"You like the drinks I mix? Thank you! Steeltusk does, too~ That big guy can drink two hundred liters in one go!"

"Do you wanna try its special fuel blend? It's suuuuper hot!"

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