This blog post explores the dynamic between and , the sibling protagonists of Zenless Zone Zero ( Zenless Zone Zero Wiki ), who together operate as the legendary proxy duo Phaethon . While they are canonically siblings [13, 31], their relationship—often tagged in fan communities like Rinjo18 —is a centerpiece of the game's lore and fan discussion [13, 26].
To understand why this specific pairing is so prominent in fan spaces, it is essential to look at how HoYoverse structures their dynamic in the game. Unlike previous titles where players choose one twin and the other becomes an antagonist or missing person (such as Genshin Impact ), Zenless Zone Zero keeps both siblings present simultaneously.
: Digital illustrators post fan art using these localized tags on open platforms like Pixiv to reach global audiences who search by both English and Japanese character names.
One of the most infamous pieces of fan content that helped popularize this ship was a fanfiction posted on July 7th, 2024, by a Facebook user. The story explicitly portrayed Belle and Wise in a sexual relationship, using an Indonesian burger chain's discount promotion as an absurdist metaphor for the "obviousness" of their supposed romance: Belle x Wise -Rinjo18-
Supporters may argue that fanfiction and fan art exist to explore alternate storylines and relationships that would never appear in the original material. They note that the "unselected" sibling becomes an NPC assistant after the player's initial choice, reducing the narrative weight of their sibling relationship in favor of pure companionship. Some also view it as a form of harmless fantasy expression that doesn't reflect their real-world values.
The fanfiction described scenarios like other characters hearing "creaking wood hitting the walls" from the siblings' shop at night and having to wait for one of them to come downstairs, "sweating, claiming the AC is broken." The post received more than 4,500 reactions before eventually being deleted, but not before sparking a wave of memes, AI voice edits, and fan art across various social media platforms.
In modern gaming culture, fan-driven hype is heavily propelled by independent digital animators and artists. is a digital creator known for producing 2D/3D adult-oriented (NS*W) fan animations based on popular gaming IPs, primarily utilizing platforms like Patreon and specialized art galleries. Steam Workshop::Yae Miko | Rinjo18 This blog post explores the dynamic between and
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Fan art under this tag typically steps away from the canonical sibling boundaries to explore romance, partner-in-crime aesthetics, or atmospheric fantasy settings. Navigating the "Belle x Wise" Fandom Safeguards
: This refers to a specific content creator, animator, or fan artist active within the gaming community. Creators like Rinjo18 specialize in high-quality fan renders, custom 3D animations (often using tools like MMD or Blender), or illustrations that highlight specific character interactions, ranging from casual slice-of-life moments in New Eridu to more stylized creative interpretations. 2. The Dynamic of Belle and Wise in Zenless Zone Zero Unlike previous titles where players choose one twin
Unlike other HoYoverse protagonists (like the Traveler in Genshin Impact ), Belle and Wise are fully voiced, distinct characters who coexist in the story regardless of which one the player chooses to control. The "Rinjo18" Connection
While the "Belle x Wise" ship is highly visible on platforms dedicated to user-generated art, it remains a controversial subject within the broader, mainstream Zenless Zone Zero player base due to the characters' canonical status as biological siblings.
However, the addition of "-Rinjo18-" suggests a few different possibilities: A Musical Remix or Beat:
In the dystopian metropolis of New Eridu, Belle and Wise serve as dual protagonists. Outwardly, they operate a quiet video rental store called . In secret, they act as Phaethon —legendary Proxies who guide people through the hazardous, reality-warping labyrinths known as Hollows.