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Xiaozhen
May 8, 2026 at 05:05 AM
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Xiaozhen is an upcoming character in Neverness to Everness, appearing as a member of the Bureau of Anomaly Control's E.T.D. 6th Platoon (ETD-6) alongside her partner Linko. The two are described in pre-launch promotional material as inseparable, with Xiaozhen serving as Linko's combat-paired companion in the platoon's deployment structure.
Xiaozhen's element, rarity, weapon type, and combat kit have not been officially announced as of the launch window. The character's name surfaced in datamined files and in unofficial recordings shared during the various pre-release testing phases. The pairing with Linko is the most consistent piece of confirmed lore around the character.
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Full Name | Xiaozhen |
Affiliation | Bureau of Anomaly Control, E.T.D. 6th Platoon |
Partner | |
Captain | |
Rarity | Not yet confirmed |
Element | Not yet confirmed |
Weapon (Arc) | Not yet confirmed |
Source | Datamined from game files; promotional appearance in Co-Ex Test trailer |
Status | Upcoming / Unreleased |
Xiaozhen's place inside the Bureau is defined by her partnership with Linko. The two are presented as a duo combat pair within ETD-6, the Bureau's 6th Platoon led by Captain EXE with Elyms as Vice-Captain. ETD-6 is the platoon roster that also includes Chaos and Nitsa as a reserve.
The Linko-Xiaozhen pairing is unusual within the Bureau's structure. Most ETD platoon members operate as solo deployable Espers, and the Linko-Xiaozhen pair is currently the only confirmed two-Esper combat pairing inside ETD-6. This suggests that Xiaozhen's kit may include explicit combat synergies with Linko, similar in concept to the way Sakiri is paired with her Anomaly Hammer Kiroumaru but at a more conventional Esper-on-Esper level rather than Esper-and-Anomaly. Treat this as a structural reading rather than a confirmed mechanical claim until the kit is revealed.
Xiaozhen has not appeared in any publicly released gameplay videos or playable demos. The character's footprint in the launch window is limited to the following confirmed touches:
Co-Ex Test promotional trailer (February 2026). The trailer included character designs for Chiz, Shinku, Iroi, Nitsa, Elyms, Linko, EXE, Chaos, and others; Xiaozhen was identified through datamined files and supporting recordings rather than a direct trailer feature.
Pre-release datamined character list. Compiled lists of identified characters include Xiaozhen alongside the Bureau roster and ETD-6 platoon members.
Bureau-wide command scenes. Once ETD-6 mission lines open post-launch, Xiaozhen is expected to appear in platoon-wide cutscenes alongside Linko and the rest of the squad.
Unlike some other ETD-6 members (Iroi, Linko, Elyms, Nitsa), Xiaozhen has not been visibly featured in publicly released trailer footage. This suggests she may be reserved for a later post-launch update rather than the early version cycle.
Direct dialogue lines for Xiaozhen have not been published yet. The most reliable framing comes from Linko's promotional material, which presents the pair as in-character partners during deployment. Confirmed dialogue notes are limited to the following tonal cues drawn from pre-release promotional context:
Soft-spoken and protective. The framing of the Linko-Xiaozhen pairing presents Xiaozhen as the support voice in their interactions, with Linko taking the more combat-forward stance.
Bureau formality during platoon scenes. ETD-6 members default to a professional tone during command interactions with Captain EXE and Vice-Captain Elyms.
Casual register with Linko. In implied off-duty interactions, the pair drop the Bureau formal tone and speak in a closer companion register.
Direct dialogue transcripts will be added once the character's first playable arc is live and the in-game text is verifiable.
The name "Xiaozhen" has Chinese origins, consistent with the cultural diversity of the Neverness to Everness cast. Hethereau is a cosmopolitan city that draws from multiple cultural traditions, and this diversity is reflected in the naming conventions of its Espers. Characters like Jiuyuan and Xiaozhen carry Chinese-inspired names, while others such as Lacrimosa and Fadia draw from Latin and Middle Eastern naming traditions.
In Mandarin Chinese, "Xiao" is one of the most common given-name components, often carrying meanings related to dawn, laughter, or smallness depending on the specific character used. "Zhen" can mean precious, genuine, or treasure. Without official confirmation of the intended Chinese characters, the precise meaning remains uncertain, but the combination suggests a name associated with authenticity or something cherished.
Several reads on Xiaozhen's likely place in the patch roadmap come together from the available evidence:
Post-launch release. Xiaozhen has not appeared in playable demos or showcased gameplay clips, suggesting a release after the early Version 1.x patches.
Paired-banner candidate. If Xiaozhen and Linko share a combat synergy, the developer may pair their banners (similar in spirit to the Version 1.1 Banners pairing of Lacrimosa and Chaos).
ETD-6 mission line release. ETD-6 mission lines featuring the platoon's signature missions are likely to open alongside or shortly before her playable release; the platoon's missions are a logical narrative entry point for her arc.
None of these are confirmed dates or commitments; they are structural reads on the available pre-release information.
In Neverness to Everness, playable characters are called Espers: individuals who possess supernatural abilities in the modern city of Hethereau. Each Esper is defined by several key attributes that determine their role in combat and team building.
Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
Element | One of six elemental types (Anima, Chaos, Cosmos, Incantation, Lakshana, Psyche) that determines elemental reaction compatibility |
Rarity | Either A-Class or S-Class; affects pull rates and base stats |
Weapon (Arc) | Each Esper wields a unique Arc weapon that defines their combat playstyle |
Affiliation | Faction or organisation tying the character into the wider city of Hethereau |
Watch for ETD-6 mission line announcements. Xiaozhen's release is most likely paired with an ETD-6 story arc or platoon-themed banner. Keep an eye on Patch Notes updates for ETD-6 references.
Hold off on commitment-heavy materials. Until Xiaozhen's element and weapon are confirmed, do not commit Awakening Materials, Mind Shards, or Arc planning resources to a speculative build.
Cross-reference with Linko's information. Because the Linko-Xiaozhen pairing is consistent in promotional material, any new info about Linko (banner appearance, kit reveal) is also a likely signal for Xiaozhen's roadmap timing.
