Yvonne

Identity and Background Yvonne is a character in Arknights: Endfield. Yvonne is a scientist working in the Specialist Tech Division of Endfield Industries. Yvonne was recommended by Crowe of UWST to Andre and joined Endfield Industries through the Specialized Talent Recruitment channel. Yvonne currently leads several research projects focused on the Aether, the Blight, and Trans-Aether Tranquilizer-Automata. Yvonne has received bonus grants and resources to support her independent work due to her exceptional research skills. Yvonne comes from the Vouivre race. Yvonne was born on May 9. Yvonne carries the family name from Gaul, and her father told her they inherited a great legacy the family was proud of, though Yvonne does not place importance on bloodlines or pedigrees. Yvonne achieved impressive results in her field before even graduating from college.

Personality Yvonne approaches life with a bubbly and energetic personality that defies expectations of a scientist. Yvonne is described as a chic, fashionable girl who stands in contrast to the stereotypical nerd image. Yvonne dyes her horns, tail, and nails in bright colors and modifies her attire into her favorite flamboyant designs. Yvonne would skip academic conferences to buy fashion magazines and popular albums. Yvonne is always drawn to oddities and novelties, staying ahead of the latest trends. Yvonne is not a typical straight-A student type, yet no one doubts her talent and brilliance. Yvonne joined Endfield Industries instead of a major research institute, surprising those who expected her to follow a traditional academic path, and she never explained her reason for this choice.

Story and Role Yvonne serves as an operator within Endfield Industries, joining through the Specialized Talent Recruitment channel on Crowe recommendation. Yvonne has her own dedicated story titled The Algorithm of Joy which explores her origins and her quest to finalize her grand prototype. Yvonne works alongside other operators such as Xaihi, Gilberta, Alesh, Last Rite, and Estella on various missions and research projects. Yvonne appears in various events centered on her research projects and her work within Endfield Industries. Yvonne maintains her laboratory space where she conducts experiments on the Aether and the Blight, surrounded by tiers of screens and ergonomic seating. Yvonne pursues her independent research with the support of Endfield Industries which granted her additional resources to pursue her unconventional ideas.

Physical Measurements Yvonne possesses a build consistent with her Vouivre race heritage. Yvonne maintains a fashionable and stylish appearance that reflects her personality. Yvonne has dyed horns and tail in bright colors that she personally selects. Yvonne also dyes her nails in bright colors as part of her fashion expression. Yvonne has a tail that she coils behind her with vibrant hues brushed according to her preferences. Yvonne has wider hips, thighs, and breasts compared to some women of her race, with slightly more saturated skin tone in her complexion.

Voice The voice for Yvonne in the original Japanese audio is performed by Sora Amamiya. The voice for Yvonne in the English audio is performed by Clare Louise Connolly. The voice performances cover story dialogue, operator file interactions, and cutscene appearances throughout the narrative.

Hair Description The hair of Yvonne consists of twin ponytails that curl with defiant curves. The twin ponytails frame the sides of her head and are a prominent feature of her fashionable appearance. The hair color and style reflect her trendsetting personality and her tendency to dye her features in bright colors. The twin ponytails are designed with a shape that resists conformity, matching her unconventional character. The hair appears in all official renders, animations, and promotional materials with this signature twin ponytail configuration.

Horn Description The horns of Yvonne are characteristic of her Vouivre race. Yvonne dyes her horns in bright colors as part of her fashion expression. The dyed horns reflect her individuality and her departure from traditional expectations. The horn coloring is one of the distinctive features that sets Yvonne apart from more conventional figures. The horns are positioned on her head according to standard Vouivre anatomy and are prominently displayed in her appearance.

Tail Description The tail of Yvonne is coiled behind her and brushed with vibrant hues of her own choosing. Yvonne dyes her tail in bright colors to match her horns and nails. The tail coloration showcases her individuality and flair, making it a distinct visual element of her character design. The tail moves subtly in her movements and is integrated into her overall silhouette through her outfit which accommodates it with a dedicated opening.

Outfit Upper Body The outfit of Yvonne consists of a precisely tailored top paired with trousers that fade from white to pink. Yvonne wears a cropped jacket with sleeves that replicate a combination of transparent and opaque materials. The jacket sleeves are constructed with pearlized and laser-effect finishes that create layered textures. Yvonne is often depicted reclining in an ergonomic chair surrounded by tiers of screens in her laboratory, showing her domain as a researcher. The outfit includes adjustable elements such as sleeves and shirt components that can be modified according to her preference.

Outfit Lower Body and Accessories The lower portion of Yvonne outfit consists of trousers that fade from white to pink, creating a gradient effect. Yvonne wears a hip accessory that can be adjusted in some representations. Her footwear is designed to complement her fashionable aesthetic while remaining practical for field operations. The outfit includes practical elements such as secure fastenings and reinforced areas for operational durability. All outfit elements accommodate her Vouivre tail through a dedicated opening at the rear of the garment.

Weapon and Combat Approach Yvonne wields a Handcannon as her primary weapon. Yvonne uses her Handcannon to fire freezing bombs and piercing frost bullets in combat situations. Her signature weapon is named Artzy Tyrannical, a specialized Handcannon designed to channel her Cryo abilities effectively. Yvonne deploys a support automaton named Tink-a-Bella during operations, which assists her in combat by enhancing her capabilities. Yvonne also utilizes a small autonomous unit called Frost-e-Bytee that she can deploy to engage enemies, drawing them together before detonating with freezing force. Yvonne approaches combat with the same inventive spirit she applies to her research, combining her scientific expertise with her natural Cryo abilities to freeze enemies solid before shattering them with precise shots from her Handcannon. Yvonne specializes in eliminating single high priority targets through sustained freezing and concentrated bombardment. Yvonne relies on teammates to apply initial Cryo or Nature infliction to enemies, after which she can lock them down completely with her advanced freezing technology. Her combat style follows a rhythm of setup, sustained assault, and finishing strikes, reflecting her methodical yet creative scientific mind.

Research and Expertise Yvonne leads several research projects within Endfield Industries focused on the Aether, the Blight, and Trans-Aether Tranquilizer-Automata. Yvonne achieved remarkable results in her field before even completing her formal education. Yvonne received bonus grants and resources to support her independent work due to her exceptional research skills being recognized by her peers and superiors. Yvonne maintains her own laboratory space where she conducts experiments surrounded by multiple screens displaying data and monitoring ongoing projects. Yvonne combines her scientific expertise with her combat capabilities, developing and field testing her own equipment and automata. Yvonne pursuit of oddities and novelties in her research leads her down unconventional paths that more traditional institutions might avoid. Yvonne choice to join Endfield Industries rather than a major research institute allowed her the freedom to pursue her independent research agenda without the constraints of traditional academic structures.