Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7 New Agents: Hugo & Vivian

Zenless Zone Zero's official channels today confirmed Hugo and Vivian as new playable Agents arriving in Version 1.7. Previously teased through Lycaon's story and version events, these long-anticipated characters will finally become operational units. Let's analyze their pre-release intel today!

1. Zenless Zone Zero Hugo Background

"My dear friend, I'll be back, like an avalanche."

As the earliest revealed member of the "Mockingbird" faction, this golden-haired, heterochromatic character embodies a classic vampire aesthetic. His public persona as a collector belies his true nature... perhaps "collecting" refers to others' treasures. The mechanical briefcase he perpetually carries likely folds into a weapon based on its engineered construction.

1.1 Zenless Zone Zero Hugo's Dialogue

"This world isn't fair. That's precisely why we must take certain necessary measures..."

"Haha, I was just joking around. A gentleman as powerless as myself would naturally never do anything improper... wouldn't you agree?"

-Agent Record

"Justice forged through violence?"

The world's unfairness compels Hugo, as a Mockingbird operative, to believe his methods bring true equity - even through illicit means. Though aware society won't condone this, he deems such measures essential for the Mockingbirds' vision of a "fairer" future.

"A gentleman of delicate constitution"

Despite his broad-shouldered in-game model befitting an Attacker's physique, Hugo insists he's "a frail gentleman" - an Alhaitham-esque contradiction likely meant to lull adversaries into underestimating his combat prowess.

Voice Actor Details

Chinese VA: Liang Dawei, who voiced Argenti in Honkai: Star Rail and Ororon in Genshin Impact, now brings Hugo to life in Zenless Zone Zero.

Japanese VA: Fukuyama Jun, a veteran voice actor with an extensive portfolio, makes his miHoYo debut as Hugo.

1.2 Elemental Role Positioning

Hugo is positioned as an Ice-Attuned Attacker. Based on his dynamic combat showcase in official footage, he's likely an S-tier Ice DPS comparable to Ellen.

As the third Ice main DPS character, following existing double crit-focused direct damage dealers, Hugo's combat mechanics remain intriguing. To differentiate him from Ellen and Miyabi, he may pioneer novel playstyles - a prospect worth anticipating.

1.3 Others evaluation of Hugo

New Eridu stands as the beacon of hope rebuilt from ruins, enduring through cataclysmic eras. Lycaon's departure from the "Mockingbird" faction stemmed partly from ideological clashes with his former comrade Hugo. Embracing classic tropes, the inevitable werewolf-vampire confrontation sets the stage for their climactic duel in Version 1.7.

Hugo's vampiric lineage may subject those sharing his blood to binding covenants. Aristocratic patrons entrusting him with missions place unwavering faith in these blood-bound pacts.

Despite the "Mockingbird" faction's radical and illegal actions being socially condemned, their defiant autonomy has garnered significant attention and support, even cultivating a dedicated fanbase.

In Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7, Hugo will debut in the latter half of the limited character banner as the game's third S-tier Ice Main DPS, directly rivaling Ellen. His story quests may further unravel his past connections with Lycaon.

2. Zenless Zone Zero Vivian Background

Vivian is a member of the "Mockingbird" faction, an organization established in prior narratives that champions "robbing the rich to aid the poor," earning considerable renown. Lycaon was once part of this group, sharing a brotherly bond with Hugo despite no blood relation, until ideological divergences drove them apart.

As Vivian shares this Phantom Thief identity, her potential conflicts and entanglements with Hugo, Lycaon, and the Sibling Ropemasters await revelation in future story updates.

2.1 Zenless Zone Zero Vivian's Dialogue

"Robbers? Thieves? Call us whatever you want, for we do not bother with the opinions of worthless trash."

"My parasol shall only be shared with Lord Phaethon."

"I truly wish Lord Phaethon's gaze would linger only on me."

-Agent Record

"Subject to censure?"

As a Mockingbird operative, Vivian faces inevitable slander-'thief,' 'bandit'-yet deflects such labels with a dismissive tone. The faction's unwavering commitment to their cause renders these slights trivial.

"Phaethon Superfan!"

Vivian openly venerates Phaethon: "My parasol is reserved solely for Lord Phaethon," "If only his gaze would linger on me alone." Her unabashed worship cements her status as his ultimate follower.

Version 1.7 will likely explore her dynamic interactions with the Sibling Proxy -a narrative thread brimming with potential.

Voice Actor Details

Vivian's Chinese VA Chen Yang marks her second collaboration with miHoYo, having previously voiced Chiori in Genshin Impact.

Japanese VA Mizuno Saku, with a relatively compact portfolio, is renowned for her role as Yamada Ryō in Bocchi the Rock!

2.2 Elemental Role Positioning

As predicted, Vivian is confirmed as an Ether Anomaly Agent, marking Zenless Zone Zero's rapid deployment of new anomaly-focused units. Version 1.7 will solidify Disorder Comp dominance.

Notably, the upcoming Version 1.6 artifact set "Phaethon's Melody" caters to Ether off-field Anomaly Sub-DPS, positioning Vivian as a support-oriented Sub-DPS akin to Burnice. Her kit synergizes strongly with Jane, Yanagi, Miyabi, and other Disorder enablers.

2.3 Others evaluation of Vivian

As fellow "Mockingbird" operatives, Hugo had instructed Vivian in crafting escape devices for emergency disengagement-a testament to the faction's internal solidarity. Whether this device will feature in future narratives remains to be seen.

As Sixth Street's renowned workaholic, Sjal surprisingly addresses Vivian as "senior." According to credible intel from Sjal, Vivian juggles up to five jobs daily with such ferocious efficiency that she even subcontracts excess Sjal-a quintessential grind queen.

Despite her aloof exterior, Vivian is a devout Phaethon superfan. Her relentless public declarations of adoration-from repeated confessions to spamming obsessive love posts on Inter-Knot-have made her absence on the forum jarring to regular users.

In Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7, Vivian will debut as the first limited S-tier agent, likely triggering the Mockingbird faction's main storyline. The Proxies are bound to engage with this faction.

So Hugo will debuts in Version 1.7 as a Limited Ice Attack Agent, while Vivian arrives as a Limited Ether Anomaly Agent. Are you pulling? Stay tuned for our upcoming progression guides and more related merchandise!