Zenless Zone Zero Leaks Hugo Vlad Changes

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Hugo Vlad's in-game model in Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7 has undergone alterations, including a smaller scarf and a more slender look.
A leak revealed changes to Hugo's new model like bigger vampire-like ears, thinner arms, and brighter colors.
Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7 will introduce new units like Vivian, Hugo's Mockingbird partner, and potentially the combat Bangboo Robin.

A new Zenless Zone Zero leak has revealed the alterations made to Hugo Vlad's in-game model ahead of his release in Version 1.7. The highly-anticipated character is set to join the playable roster in Zenless Zone Zero's upcoming update.

Zenless Zone Zero will soon launch its 1.6 patch with a ton of story content for players to enjoy. Aside from Soldier 0 Anby's Agent story quest, the update will also feature a new main story chapter focused on the mysterious Mockingbird faction and the characters affiliated with it. Players learned that Lycaon used to be part of Mockingbird quite early in the game, as well as his connection to Hugo Vlad. Later on, during the 1.5 Bangboo dress-up event, fans met Hugo Vlad in-game for the first time. Now, the Proxies and Lycaon are set to meet Hugo again in Version 1.6, potentially as an enemy. Developers have also confirmed that Hugo will become playable in Version 1.7, but fans will notice how his appearance is different from how they remember it.

Zenless Zone Zero Needs to Pick Its Main Story's Pacing Up

ZZZ's world and characters are great, but it really needs to pick up the pace when it comes to developing its primary plotline. Nearly every chapter so far has served as introductions for character factions, and I'd really appreciate it if they shifted their focus toward the main story in coming updates (though it looks like that won't be happening anytime soon).

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A recent leak from reliable source donuleaker has revealed some changes made to Hugo Vlad's in-game model in the 1.7 beta. The leak shows the differences between Hugo's appearance in 1.5 versus what he'll look like in future updates. The most notable alteration is the removal of his light-blue scarf around his neck, which is now replaced by a smaller one on his back. This change was previously teased by developers in Hugo's drip marketing. However, the leak also reveals that Hugo's head is slightly bigger, and his arms are thinner, giving him a more slender look rather than muscular. Some Zenless Zone Zero community members have pointed out that Hugo's new model has bigger vampire-like ears, fluffier hair, and brighter colors. Although Zenless Zone Zero had previously announced Hugo's alterations, developers did not specify how these changes would manifest. HoYoverse did confirm that these adjustments were made in light of players' feedback.

Zenless Zone Zero Leak Reveals Hugo Vlad's In-game Model Alterations

When players encountered Hugo Vlad during the 1.5 patch, many shared their dissatisfaction with his appearance, as he didn't resemble his previous portrayals in Zenless Zone Zero's official artwork. It remains to be seen whether Hugo's new model will appeal more to fans or not. Hugo won't be the only new unit in Version 1.6, though, as Zenless Zone Zero is also releasing Vivian, his Mockingbird partner.

Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7 will potentially be the last patch in the current cycle before the game jumps into 2.0. Aside from Vivian and Hugo Vlad, there are rumors that Version 1.7 will add another unexpected Mockingbird member: Zenless Zone Zero's new combat Bangboo Robin.

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