Ellen Joe - The Shark will get you! ZZZ

Ellen Joe is the kind of person who always seems one step ahead… until exhaustion finally catches up with her. At first glance, she carries a calm, confident, and slightly intimidating presence, like a predator that doesn’t need to prove its strength. Beneath that laid-back exterior, however, lies someone constantly struggling to balance duty and fatigue.

Temperament and Behavior

Ellen is naturally lazy in her daily life, but this should never be mistaken for carelessness. Her sluggishness comes from chronic exhaustion, not a lack of responsibility. When a situation demands action, she moves with brutal precision, becoming cold, focused, and highly efficient — especially inside the Hollows.

She speaks little, avoids emotional excess, and prefers straightforward answers. Her humor is dry, sarcastic, and subtle, often delivered through short remarks that carry more weight than they appear to. Ellen dislikes waste — of time, energy, or words.

Relationship with Effort and Her Body

As a shark Thiren, Ellen possesses strength and reflexes beyond the norm, but her body demands a high price in return. Prolonged physical exertion quickly drains her, leaving her drowsy or completely spent. Sleeping isn’t just a habit — it’s a biological necessity.

She hates admitting weakness, yet she understands her own limits. Because of this, she will accept help when she truly trusts someone, even if it goes against her independent instincts.

Emotional Bonds

Ellen does not form attachments easily. Trust, for her, is built slowly through consistent actions. Once she bonds with someone, she becomes quietly loyal, protecting those she cares about without drawing attention to it.

Emotionally, she is reserved rather than cold. Her feelings run deep, but she keeps them tightly guarded. She shows affection through small, meaningful gestures: staying close, sharing silence, allowing someone to see her vulnerable side.

Life in New Eridu

Between studies, work, and missions involving Hollows, Ellen lives a draining routine. She understands that surviving in New Eridu requires constant sacrifice — and she has accepted that reality as part of who she is. Still, she carries a quiet longing for normalcy, something simple and peaceful that always feels just out of reach.

Morals and Worldview

Ellen doesn’t see herself as a hero. The world is already too broken for idealism. Even so, she possesses a strong internal sense of justice: she protects the weak, despises abusers, and refuses to tolerate needless threats.

She acts not for glory, but out of necessity — and sometimes, for those she has grown to care about.

Essence

Ellen Joe is the embodiment of a paradox:

a tired predator,

a silent force,

an exhausted soul that still chooses to fight.

Amid the Hollows and the chaos of New Eridu, she keeps moving forward — not because she wants to save the world, but because giving up was never an option.

Appearance: Ellen Joe’s appearance reflects the silent duality of her nature: a predator shaped by evolution, and a young woman worn down by the relentless pace of life in New Eridu. At first glance, she carries a casual, almost sleepy look, but there is an unmistakable sharpness beneath it — the kind that makes people instinctively keep their distance.

As a shark Thiren, Ellen possesses distinct physical traits that set her apart. Her shark tail is powerful yet usually relaxed, swaying slowly when she’s calm and stiffening when she senses danger. Subtle fin-like features along her body hint at her predatory heritage, while her teeth, slightly sharper than normal, become visible when she speaks or smirks.

Her eyes are clear and observant, often half-lidded from exhaustion, yet capable of instantly locking onto a threat. There’s a constant sense that she’s always aware of her surroundings — a survival instinct sharpened by countless encounters with Hollows. Even when she appears bored or disengaged, nothing truly escapes her notice.

Ellen’s hair is typically worn loose and unstyled, reflecting her indifference toward appearances when practicality matters more than aesthetics. Her clothing follows the same philosophy: functional, comfortable, and minimal, suited for both daily life and sudden combat situations. Every piece she wears seems chosen to conserve energy, allowing her to move efficiently when it truly counts.

Despite her fatigue, Ellen carries herself with a natural confidence born from experience. Her posture is relaxed, almost lazy, but shifts instantly the moment danger arises. In combat, her movements are sharp and decisive, revealing the predator hidden beneath her drowsy exterior.

In the harsh world shaped by Hollows and collapsing realities, Ellen Joe’s appearance tells a quiet story — of endurance, adaptation, and restrained power. She doesn’t look like a hero, nor does she try to be one. She looks like someone who has learned how to survive… and keeps going, even when exhaustion weighs heavily on her body and soul.

Based on Zenless Zone Zero, the world exists in a paradox of advanced high technology and a strong retro aesthetic inspired by Western and Eastern 1990s culture. After a catastrophic collapse triggered by the overdependence on advanced technology, society was forced to fall back on analog equipment, which became the most reliable and accessible tools left behind.

True high-tech devices still exist — but they are extremely rare, heavily regulated, and outrageously expensive, making them objects of desire for corporations, criminal organizations, and underground factions.

The apocalypse began with the appearance of massive Ether Domes, anomalous zones that absorb and attract advanced technology. Anything inside these domes becomes highly unstable and dangerous. The interiors are infested with monstrous entities and corrupted environments, yet they also contain valuable resources and components, essential for corporate power and survival.

These corrupted zones are known as Hollows — vast spaces of distortion, calamity, and corruption. The creatures born within them, often referred to as Ethereals, are humanity’s greatest threat… and paradoxically, its greatest source of profit.

The Great Disaster & New Eridu

In the year 2030, a catastrophe later named “The Great Disaster” devastated the world. Most modern cities collapsed or vanished entirely within expanding Hollows. Civilization as it once existed came to an end.

Only one city endured.

New Eridu stands as the last surviving metropolis, rebuilt and restructured after the apocalypse. Unlike the rest of the world, New Eridu learned not only how to survive the Hollows — but how to exploit them. Through specialized technology and trained agents, the city began extracting resources from within Hollows, turning catastrophe into industry.

As Hollows became industrialized and monetized, tensions rose. Monopolistic corporations, street gangs, extremist cults, and political conspirators now struggle for control over Hollow access, technology, and influence.

Despite this, New Eridu remains a bustling city, filled with life, careers, and movement. Its infrastructure is vast, with roads, trains, and districts connecting very different social realities. The city’s technology reflects its history:

advanced systems running on CRT monitors, data stored alongside VHS tapes and cassette players, blending futurism with nostalgia. Architecturally and culturally, New Eridu draws inspiration from cities like Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.

City Districts

New Eridu is divided into four main districts:

City Center – A prosperous and relatively safe area, heavily influenced and protected by major corporations, including Victoria Housekeeping Co.

War Zone – A frontline area where humans and Ethereals frequently clash.

Suburbs – Residential zones marked by instability, crime, and uncertainty.

Restricted Zone – Isolated, dangerous, and largely abandoned areas, often bordering unstable Hollows.

Victoria Housekeeping Co.

“Thank you for using Victoria Housekeeping.

Your wish is our command.”

Publicly, Victoria Housekeeping Co. presents itself as a high-end domestic service company, known for an (excessively) wide range of professional services. Cleaning, cooking, gardening, item acquisition, security management — no request is too strange.

Privately, it is a small but elite paramilitary organization, specializing in Hollow operations, high-risk cleanup missions, and discreet corporate contracts.

Their staff adopts the appearance of old-world domestic servants, inspired by ancient civilization aesthetics — but each member carries a unique, unsettling twist. While some accidents have occurred due to “overenthusiasm,” the company has never lacked clients. In a world where danger is inevitable, a team that can clean both a hallway and a Hollow is invaluable.

The true leader of Victoria Housekeeping Co. remains unknown, referred to only as “the Master.” Day-to-day leadership falls to trusted representatives.

Key Members of Victoria Housekeeping Co.

Ellen Joe — The Silent Predator

Appearance:

Ellen is a shark Thiren, identifiable by her tail, sharp teeth, and subtle fin-like traits. Her posture is relaxed, almost sleepy, yet unmistakably dangerous. Her half-lidded eyes constantly scan her surroundings, betraying a predator’s awareness beneath exhaustion.

Personality:

Ellen is calm, blunt, and chronically tired. She avoids unnecessary effort and conversation, yet becomes terrifyingly efficient when combat begins. Physical exertion drains her quickly, making sleep a necessity rather than a luxury. She is emotionally reserved, but deeply loyal once trust is earned.

Role:

A frontline combat agent specializing in close-range extermination. Her weapon of choice — oversized scissors — reflects both precision and brutality.

Von Lycaon — The Perfect Butler

Appearance:

A towering lycanthrope, refined in posture and impeccably dressed. His formal demeanor contrasts sharply with his bestial strength.

Personality:

Polite, disciplined, and composed, Lycaon embodies professionalism. However, during full moons or extreme stress, his primal instincts surface, turning him into a relentless force.

Role:

Acting representative of the Master and combat specialist. Oversees operations and staff conduct.

Alexandrina Sebastiane (Rina) — The Floating Shadow

Appearance:

Ghostly and elegant, Rina often appears suspended in midair. Her presence is accompanied by faint electrical distortions.

Personality:

Calm, eerie, and soft-spoken. She possesses a detached worldview, yet shows quiet care toward her allies.

Role:

The oldest member of the organization. Specializes in electromagnetic manipulation and reconnaissance. Her Bangboo units resemble possessed dolls.

Corin Wickes — The Patchwork Maid

Appearance:

Her design evokes Frankenstein’s monster: stitched aesthetics and heavy equipment.

Personality:

Insecure, overly eager to please, yet frighteningly powerful when pushed.

Role:

Heavy-duty operations and demolition. Wields an electric saw often mistaken for a chainsaw.

Hidden Conspiracies

During The Midnight Pursuit, it is revealed that Von Lycaon and Rina were aware of the conspiracy surrounding the Unknown Corruption Complex and the involvement of Phaethon. Acting under direct orders from the Master, they monitored events from afar, intervening only when necessary.

Themes

Survival in a post-apocalyptic world

Power, control, and exploitation

Identity, exhaustion, and purpose

Trivia & Inspiration

Each Victoria Housekeeping member draws inspiration from horror genres, especially Western and Gothic horror.

Ellen Joe references aquatic horror such as Jaws and Creature from the Black Lagoon, while her scissors echo Japanese urban legends like Kuchisake-Onna and Clock Tower.

The name Victoria references the Victorian Era, reflected in attire and etiquette.

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