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Introduction
A Call From the Hollow’s Heart serves as the second chapter in Zenless Zone Zero‘s main storyline, immersing players deeper into the mysteries of the Hollows. This chapter prominently features Belobog Industries, a major corporation with vested interests in Hollow-related research and development. As the story unfolds, players will investigate a series of strange occurrences linked to Belobog’s activities, gradually uncovering hidden truths about the company’s operations and their potential consequences. For a detailed walkthrough, refer to the Zenless Zone Zero A Call From the Hollow Heart Guide.
The chapter automatically begins after completing the Chapter 1 Intermission and finishing the commission titled Somewhat Totally Out of Control. However, players must meet a specific requirement before progressing—reaching Inter-Knot Level 22. This level requirement ensures that Proxies have accumulated enough experience and resources to tackle the increasing challenges within the story. As players navigate this chapter, they will encounter new enemies, allies, and gameplay mechanics that further expand the world of Zenless Zone Zero, offering both narrative depth and combat-driven engagements.
Quest Flow
As A Call From the Hollow’s Heart progresses, players will navigate through a structured series of commissions and exploration-based objectives, each serving as a crucial milestone for advancing the main storyline. These missions introduce new challenges, deepen the narrative, and gradually uncover the hidden truths behind Belobog Industries’ involvement in the Hollows.
To progress through the chapter, players must first complete the Let’s Go, Bro! and Mechanical Love commissions, which serve as early-stage missions that set the foundation for the unfolding events. Following these tasks, reaching Inter-Knot Level 26 is a prerequisite before unlocking the next phase of the storyline. Once this level requirement is met, the Speedy Chaser commission becomes available, guiding players further into the investigation. Completing this mission leads directly to the Trace to the Source commission, a key turning point in the chapter that pushes the story toward its climax. Each of these milestones plays a significant role in unraveling the mysteries surrounding Belobog Industries, offering both engaging gameplay and compelling narrative developments.
Walkthrough
Driving Over to the Brant Street Construction Site
Following the initial conversations, your first objective in A Call From the Hollow’s Heart is to travel to the Brant Street Construction Site, a key location that serves as the central hub for the opening phase of the chapter. This site, operated by Belobog Industries, is an active construction zone filled with heavy machinery, industrial equipment, and ongoing development projects that hint at the corporation’s expanding influence.
As you arrive, you’ll find that the site is more than just a workplace—it’s a focal point of mysterious activity, with workers reporting anomalies, unexplained malfunctions, and disturbances linked to the Hollow. Your investigation begins with interacting with members of Belobog Industries, including key figures responsible for the site’s operations. These interactions will provide insight into the company’s latest technological advancements, their experimental machinery, and the challenges they face in stabilizing the area.
The construction site is also where you will first encounter threats lurking within the Hollow’s influence. As the chapter progresses, you’ll engage in combat scenarios that test your ability to navigate industrial terrain while dealing with machine-based and Ethereal enemies. These encounters not only serve to introduce new gameplay mechanics but also highlight the potential dangers posed by Belobog’s activities.
Beyond combat, this area sets the stage for unraveling the deeper mysteries surrounding Belobog Industries. Their cutting-edge technology, designed to push the limits of Hollow exploration, may not be as stable or beneficial as they claim. As you investigate further, you’ll begin to uncover unsettling truths about their operations, hinting at larger conflicts yet to unfold in the story.
Completing Story Commissions
The core progression of A Call From the Hollow’s Heart revolves around completing key story commissions. These missions not only propel the narrative forward but also introduce new characters, mechanics, and challenges essential for understanding the deeper layers of the story.
Let’s Go, Bro!
This commission marks your formal introduction to Belobog Industries, setting the stage for deeper involvement in their operations. Here, you will start unraveling the mystery behind their activities and face combat scenarios designed to test your abilities.
How to Start: Speak with your sibling and Fairy before heading to Sixth Street to meet a mysterious individual. Proceed to the parking lot and board the business car, which transports you directly into the Hollow.
Walkthrough: Upon entering the Hollow, your objective is to locate the heavy-duty grappler, a vital piece of equipment linked to Belobog’s excavation efforts. You must navigate an industrial-themed environment filled with Machine and Ethereal enemies. Enemy resistance to Physical attacks requires strategic use of elemental abilities, particularly Ice and Electric attributes.
Trial Characters: Anton, Grace, and Koleda (trial mode can be disabled).
Collectibles: Hollow Observation Data.
Enemies: Machine and Ethereal.
Recommended Attributes: Ice, Electric (resistant to Physical).
Mechanical Love
Following Let’s Go, Bro!, this commission expands on your interactions with Belobog Industries, exploring their deployment of autonomous machines. The mission delves into the intricacies of machine malfunction, requiring investigative work alongside combat engagements.
How to Start: Automatically unlocks after completing Let’s Go, Bro!
Walkthrough: Locate a missing machine in the designated area, analyzing its last known movements and assessing potential risks. Expect minor environmental puzzles and combat sequences that further develop the tension surrounding Belobog’s research. The recommended level for this mission is 24.
Trial Characters: Ben, Grace, and Koleda.
Collectibles: Hollow Observation Data.
Enemies: Machine.
Recommended Attributes: Ice, Electric (resistant to Physical).
Heading to the HIA Club
After completing Let’s Go, Bro! and Mechanical Love, the story advances to the HIA Club.
Unlocking Expert Challenge: Speak with Lyla at the reception desk to access the Expert Challenge mode.
Expert Challenge Rewards: Completing these challenges grants Core Skill materials, vital for character progression.
Reaching Inter-Knot Level 26
A critical requirement for continuing A Call From the Hollow’s Heart is reaching Inter-Knot Level 26. Since leveling up may take some time, consider engaging in additional content:
Accepting Commissions: Speak to your sibling at the Video Store to take on new commissions.
Completing Side Quests: Engage in side activities such as material collection, errands, and Credit farming to boost your Inter-Knot Level.
Unlocking Additional Content
As you progress, new gameplay features become available:
Unlocking Shiyu Defense
Receiving a Message from Ray: After a few in-game days, a message from Ray will prompt you to visit Scott Outpost.
Speaking with Ray and Roland: Interacting with them at Scott Outpost unlocks Shiyu Defense mode.
Unlocking Rally Commissions
Examining the Record Box: A few in-game days later, checking the Record Box at the Video Store will trigger a new message.
Challenging Rally Commissions: These can now be accessed via the HDD System.
Progressing the Main Story
After unlocking these additional features, the story continues with the Speedy Chaser commission.
Speedy Chaser
How to Start: Requires Inter-Knot Level 26 and completion of prior missions.
Walkthrough: Investigate anomalies at the construction site, engaging with new enemy types and uncovering additional details about Belobog’s experimental technology.
Trial Characters: Anton, Ben, and Koleda.
Enemies: Machine.
Collectibles: Hollow Observation Data.
Searching for the Prototype Using the HDD
Upon completing Speedy Chaser, your next objective is to use the HDD system to search for the Prototype. This task involves gathering critical clues that will lead to the chapter’s final confrontation.
Trace to the Source
This commission serves as the climax of A Call From the Hollow’s Heart, resolving the central mystery.
How to Start: Speak to Koleda at the construction site to initiate the quest.
Walkthrough: Track the Prototype’s origins, revealing the truth behind its activation and purpose. This mission features intense battles against Ethereal enemies and complex navigation challenges.
Trial Characters: Anton, Ben, and Koleda.
Enemies: Ethereal.
Recommended Attributes: Ether, Electric (resistant to Ice).
Collectibles: Hollow Observation Data.
Completing Chapter 2: A Call From the Hollow’s Heart
By finishing Trace to the Source, you successfully conclude Chapter 2 of Zenless Zone Zero. This completion unlocks additional content, progressing the overarching story and setting the stage for future adventures. Continue engaging with new features, commissions, and character developments as the game world expands.
Path of the Proxy II
Completing Chapter 2 unlocks Path of the Proxy II, a progression system that allows you to increase your Proxy reputation level. Advancing this reputation level grants access to higher challenge difficulties, offering better rewards and opportunities to test your skills against stronger enemies. Players aiming for efficient progression should prioritize completing missions tied to this system to maximize their rewards and unlock additional gameplay content.
Somewhat Totally Out of Control
This quest serves as an introductory mission for Chapter 2, acting as both a story commission and a transition into new challenges. Understanding its mechanics and objectives can provide an advantage when tackling the content ahead.
How to Start: After a brief intermission, speak with Shepherd on Sixth Street. Following the conversation, proceed to Hollow Deep Dive in Random Play to initiate the quest.
Walkthrough: The primary objective is to clean up abandoned building materials, but be prepared for enemy encounters.
Recommended Attributes: Ice, Ether – these elements are particularly effective against the enemies encountered.
Enemy Type: Ethereal – expect spectral enemies that require careful strategy to defeat.
Collectibles: Hollow Observation Data – an important resource that may contribute to mission progression or future content.
Objective: Clear the designated area of abandoned building materials while handling enemy threats.
Enemies: A massive Ethereal Guardian will appear in the cleanup area. Prioritize defeating this powerful foe before focusing on the remaining destructible objects. Utilizing the recommended attributes will significantly aid in overcoming this challenge efficiently.
Successfully completing this quest advances the story while also preparing players for the increasing challenges ahead. Keep an eye on environmental interactions and enemy patterns to optimize your performance in battle.
Unlock Contents
Completing A Call From the Hollow’s Heart unlocks several new gameplay features that enhance the challenge and provide additional opportunities for progression. Expert Challenge introduces tougher battles that test your skills against formidable enemies, requiring strategic play and well-optimized team compositions. Shiyu Defense is a defensive-style game mode where players must protect objectives from waves of enemies, rewarding tactical positioning and efficient use of abilities.
Rally Commissions offer a new set of missions that expand the gameplay experience, granting valuable rewards upon completion. Mastering these features will be crucial for advancing in Zenless Zone Zero and preparing for the greater challenges that lie ahead. With this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to navigate Chapter 2, uncover its hidden mechanics, and push forward in your journey.
