og void hunters: First Generation Members & Weapons

The og void hunters were the seven people who became the first and original Void Hunters around the foundation of Eridu. Their reputation developed from both their individual achievements and their collective role in protecting civilization from catastrophic Hollow threats.

The group is associated with the transition from the old capital to the new capital. Although the public remembers the seven badges and the legends attached to them, much of the historical record is restricted. The most important surviving account is identified as Inter-Knot’s Deep Database File 0-3092-5800-A6, “The City Defenders.”

The available history suggests that the original Void Hunters were more than decorated combatants. Their actions shaped the political mythology of New Eridu, established expectations for later Void Hunters, and created a legacy that still influences how titles and weapons are treated.

Video Highlights:

• The first-generation group was connected to a major Rosetta data breakthrough.
• Sunbringer is shown as a Hollow specialist with a complicated personal history.
• The group once believed reclaiming the world was achievable.
• The scene emphasizes companionship, sacrifice, and an unfinished destination.

The cutscene presents the first generation through a reflective lens rather than as a simple victory story. The characters celebrate a scientific success involving Rosetta data, yet the closing narration undercuts that optimism: none of them ultimately reached the promised destination.

Only a small part of the original roster is clearly documented in the available material. Two unnamed first-generation Void Hunters reportedly died during a high-risk Hollow mission more than a century ago. Their names were redacted, and records about that mission were later lost.

Two named figures are currently associated with the first-generation table: “Swordmaster” and “Sunbringer.” Both are presented through titles rather than ordinary personal names, reinforcing the idea that Void Hunter identities became symbolic as well as historical.

Swordmaster’s record is especially important because it connects the Void Hunter legacy to the Hoshimi Family. The surviving description identifies this figure as the third-generation head of the family and credits them with defeating the Exaltist Overseer.

Sunbringer has the broadest documented range of accomplishments. The character is associated with the eradication of the “Hive Lord” Hollow in the sky, the creation of Bangboos, leadership of the Marcel Group, and the founding and rule of Roscaelifer. The available material also describes Sunbringer as split into three selves, adding a major identity mystery to the character’s history.

The Void Hunter title represents more than combat ability. In New Eridu, it is described as the highest honor and strongest force available to the city. The mayor bestows a unique title before each recipient’s name, turning the award into a public statement of status, responsibility, and power.

This tradition continues in the current generation. Hoshimi Miyabi is known as “Isshin Muga,” while Ye Shunguang holds the title “Qingming Arbiter.” These later titles help clarify how the original group’s legacy evolved: the title is both an honor and a reminder of the burden carried by its bearer.

The agreement concerning the Dark Wall adds another layer of authority. Any matter involving the Dark Wall must be reported before further proceedings. This condition implies that Void Hunters operate within a larger system of oversight, even when their strength places them above ordinary defenders.

The title may also be offered without being immediately accepted. Yixuan is associated with the Void Hunters in promotional material and related appearances, but the available reference states that she has not accepted the mayor’s offer for various reasons.

That distinction matters when reading character lists. A person may be powerful enough to receive the title, appear alongside recognized Void Hunters, or possess a comparable reputation without being an active, officially accepted member.

Void Hunter Weapons are ancient weapons forged using the power of the Hollows. Their importance comes from the way they grant or amplify power associated with Void Hunters, but their use carries serious consequences for the wielder.

Two weapons are currently documented in detail: Tailless, an Ethereal-Slaying Katana, and the Qingming Sword, a jian. Both weapons are tied to specific lineages and users, and both impose a personal cost that prevents their power from being treated as a simple upgrade.

The Qingming Sword has an especially clear symbolic role. Ye Shunguang’s title, “Qingming Arbiter,” indicates that she is no longer controlled by the sword and can instead harness its power. However, the weapon’s effects remain severe: each slash may erode memory, while protecting others gradually damages her senses.

This framing makes Void Hunter Weapons central to character identity. Their value is not measured only through destructive potential. The cost, history, and relationship between weapon and wielder are equally important.

The original Void Hunters are intentionally surrounded by gaps. A useful research method is to separate direct statements from reasonable interpretation, then maintain a clear status for every figure and weapon.

Use the following checklist when updating a faction page, reviewing a new story chapter, or comparing first-generation members with current Void Hunters.

A reliable comparison should also preserve the difference between historical and current generations. The first seven established the cultural meaning of the title, while Miyabi and Ye Shunguang demonstrate how that role functions in modern New Eridu.

The most useful external references for continued research are the Void Hunters entry on the Zenless Zone Zero Wiki and the first-generation cutscene titled “The First Generation of Void Hunters”. Check future story material against these records rather than assuming every promotional appearance confirms membership.