Zhu Yuan | Caught

Zhu Yuan is a playable Agent in Zenless Zone Zero, and the captain of the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team Criminal Investigation Special Response Team.

Officer 148; Zhu Yuan, is an exceptional PubSec officer and current captain of the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team. A skilled martial artist and sharpshooter, Zhu Yuan uses the custom-made and versatile 'Suppressor K22' firearm in conjunction with swift punches and kicks to take down criminals. As a reputable officer, Zhu Yuan has a strict moral compass, looking down on criminals, but is shown to be okay with taking the assistance of Proxies if the situation calls for it.

Zhu Yuan is a notable perfectionist, having set herself high standards to the point she has a complex, though such perfectionism has granted her exceptional experience and a record of no unresolved cases. She also exhibits an obsession with neatness, namely when it comes to her uniform. She's shown to be cautious around cats and other small furry animals due to the fur they shed.

Zhu Yuan is shown to have a good relationship with her parents. Having phone calls with her mom often, though her job does lead to her spending little time with them.

History

When Zhu Yuan was just a child, she was trapped within a Hollow along with other civilians. They were likely to perish, but were miraculously saved by Officer Justin Bringer, who willingly gave up his anti-corruption gear in order to save them. Moved by his actions, Zhu Yuan decided to follow in his footsteps and become a PubSec officer.

Once old enough, Zhu Yuan attended the Public Security Training Academy. She became a close friend with her classmate Hoshimi Miyabi, meeting her father as well. Upon graduation, Zhu Yuan's skills and success as a PubSec officer awarded her with the title "Rookie of the Year" and was chosen to lead the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team, headquartered in Lumina Square's Public Security Office. Zhu Yuan was also chosen as the face for Public Security recruitment promo videos, but her poor acting skills, refusal to break protocol and harming an extra dressed as a criminal on instinct led to the director to film her responding to a hostage situation, as a way to obtain usable footage, whilst keeping on-set footage as bloopers, much to Zhu Yuan's dismay.

Zhu Yuan would find herself wrapped up in a conspiracy involving her hero and his link to The Exaltists, whilst working alongside her newly-made friends Belle and Wise, revealed to be New Eridu's most wanted Phaethon, with both revelations weighing heavily on her soul.

Agent Weapon Main article: K22 § Official Description Suppressor: K22 An advanced launcher custom-made by Public Security's tech department in collaboration with senior gunsmiths from Three Gates Military Tech. It allows Zhu Yuan to use Ether Buckshots, homing projectiles, and other versatile attack methods in combat.

Zhu Yuan, an exceptional officer at Public Security, is a highly skilled individual expected to become the next commissioner. She currently leads the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team at the Janus Precinct within the Metropolitan Order Division. 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 your true identity as a Proxy. Remember your true identity as a Proxy. Remember your true identity as a Proxy.

This high-grade anti-riot uniform from Public Security has been specially modified to suit Zhu Yuan's fighting style. Winner of the Janus Precinct's combat tournament three years running, the young top Public Security Officer is on call 24/7, ready to arrest any criminal in her path.

Zhu Yuan is a disciplined, dutiful, and deeply principled captain of the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team who holds herself to extremely high standards.

Core TraitsStrong Sense of Justice: She follows a strict moral compass and rejects corruption. Protecting the citizens of New Eridu remains her top priority.

Driven Perfectionist: She expects flawless results in every task. Her obsession with neatness keeps her desk and uniform spotless. She avoids handling cats because she fears cat fur on her clothes.

Stoic and Reliable: On duty, she acts as a serious and focused leader. She handles heavy workloads without letting her performance drop.

Hidden Softness

Balanced Life: Despite working long hours, she manages her time well enough to eat dinner with her mother.

Easily Flustered: Beneath her tough public security exterior, she has a relatable and shy side. She feels very embarrassed when others find outtakes from her past commercial work.

Zhu Yuan from Zenless Zone Zero is a tall, athletic young woman with red eyes and orange-and-black hair tied in a high ponytail.

Outfit and GearUniform: She wears a fitted blue Public Security jacket over a black tactical bodysuit.

Accessories: She has a metallic grey handcuff-themed headband, black gloves, and a shoulder pad on her right arm.Pants and Boots: Her form-fitting grey-black pants feature high-tech armor plating with neon green accents, matched with blue and red boots.

Equipment: She carries a Pub-Sec utility belt with weapon attachments for her custom Ether handgun, the "Suppressor K22".