Yurus

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General Overview

  • Yurus are companions to the Zokus within the ChainZoku ecosystem.

  • They are quirky, futuristic, and deeply tied to the Japanese-inspired vibe of the ChainZoku universe.

  • Each Yuru has a distinct personality, abilities, and a bit of an unsettling quirk, making them more than just sidekicks.

  • They are used in quests, gameplay mechanics, and as part of the gamification and storytelling of ChainZoku.

Yuru-Gacha, where Yurus were born.

Design and Rarity

  • There are currently 6 Yurus in the ecosystem: Squiddy, Marmitoni, Pug-In, BrowBot, Sparkster, and Kitta.

  • Each Yuru has 5 variants, making a total of 30 options for players.

  • All Yurus share the same rarity (Rare)

  • Yurus can be upgraded through event-based questing. For example, 16 Sparkster Jei-Son tickets were handed out through quests for Halloween, allowing the holders to upgrade a Sparkster to a new, Epic rarity skin.

Pug-In, hanging out in front of the Kosei Skate Shop in Todai City.

Lore

  1. Squiddy: Originates from the Sea of Gamera in Todai City. Likely aquatic-themed with a tech or biological twist.

  2. Marmitoni: A food-themed Yuru with lore tied to a big cooking pan. Marmitoni's biome is linked to food-related environments.

  3. Pug-In: A pug-inspired companion, on a hoverboard. Its specific quirks are yet to be revealed.

  4. BrowBot: A high-tech plasma-powered robot Yuru from Todai City’s secret labs. Known for its hacking and security-bypassing abilities.

  5. Sparkster: Tied to a volcanic biome, with a fiery personality.

  6. Kitta: A cute-looking cat with a plant as a backpack. Details about its lore are still unfolding.

Marmitoni, expecting payment $GOENS to let you enter.

Gameplay Integration

  • Yuru-Gacha: Yurus are obtained through a Yuru-Gacha, which was one of the rewards of the "Gimme the Loot!" Boxes that came out in December '22.

  • Players need to feed their Yuru 1 of each Ohayo Bars to unlock them, on the World Quest page.

Quests and Rewards

  • Yurus play a central role in quests. For example:

    • Players must own specific Yurus (like Sparkster) to participate in certain quests. Soon, Yurus will be customized, evolved, or combined with items through these quests, adding depth to gameplay.

    • Some quests involve transforming a Yuru, such as turning Sparkster into Sparkster Jei-son by fulfilling unique conditions.

The full range of OG Sparkster variants.

Personality and Quirks

  • Each Yuru is designed to have unique traits and quirks, often with a slightly unsettling twist, adding mystery and depth to their personalities.

  • BrowBot, for example, is described as "high-tech" yet potentially aloof or calculating in its demeanor.

  • This element of mystery aligns with ChainZoku's narrative tone and the balance between quirky and dark.

Visual and Creative Style

  • Yurus are rendered in a stylized, Overwatch-like aesthetic, consistent with the ChainZoku art direction.

  • They fit seamlessly into the futuristic and Japanese-inspired environments of Todai City.

  • User customization for Yurus extends to skins and possible biome-specific adaptations.

Squiddy hovering over the Sea of Gamera.

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