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| Overview and Rewards | Story Dialogue | Lore | Online Qualifiers | Global Finals |
Call of the Abyss VIII (shortly known as COA VIII) is the eighth tournament part of Call of the Abyss, and has a Mechanical Wasteland theme. It likely takes inspiration from TBA. The registration for the event ran from December 26th, 2024 to TBA. The related Abyss Treasure (Season 35 Essence 2) will be available from January 2nd to TBA, 2025.
The special items given to players for completing Abyss Matches and events are the "Genesis" Costume for Novelist, the Moment of Glory Costume for Bloody Queen and the "Mover" Pet. They will be obtainable along with more event rewards from January 2nd to May 4th, 2025.
Story[]
The story can be read at the following page: Call of the Abyss VIII/Story
Event Quests[]
Phase 1: Zephyr Hollow[]
TBA
Phase 2: Leviathian Shore[]
TBA
Phase 3: Ancient Passage[]
TBA
Phase 4: Oblivion Expanse[]
TBA
Call of the Abyss VIII Rewards[]
Essence Costumes[]
| Icon | Name | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Arachnidopter | Soul Weaver | This place operates on a single, unwavering principle: change, in all its unpredictable forms, only arises from distortion. She, though no more resilient than the various threats of the wasteland, avoids decay and exhaustion by using every strategy that gives meaning to her ongoing existence. |
| Icon | Name | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Aviatorus | Aeroplanist | The timid "Guard" set out on this perilous path with a heart full of fear, yet he found strength within the team—a spark rising from the ashes of his former self. Determined to protect his companions, he takes on the responsibility of neutralizing all potential threats, both those easily identified and those lurking in the depths of wild imagination. |
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Compasso | "Little Girl" | On this desolate expanse, the line between "man" and "thing" becomes increasingly blurred, with the "Guide" silently leading the team forward. Despite the harsh conditions, she earns the trust of her companions through her miraculous interventions in dire situations, though the source of her deep understanding of this wasteland remains a mystery. |
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Congregator | Cheerleader | The "Collector" comprehends better than anyone how death and beauty intertwine in this endless wasteland. Her body, ravaged by erosion, moves effortlessly through it, with wind and water flowing through the cracks in her form. Through all this, she experiences a profound lightness, as no cost is too great in the pursuit of unrestrained freedom. |
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Lignarius | Puppeteer | In his quest to heal the suffering, the "Prosthetist" ventured into forbidden realms, unaware that he would ultimately weave the very curse he sought to eradicate into the flesh of the living. The cruel irony is that, having lost all traces of his former self, he remains shackled by human frailties, unable to step beyond its limitations. |
| Icon | Name | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Concordia | Wax Artist | Connected by wooden veins, they share a singular body, two intertwined souls. Yet, there looms the possibility that time will cause their only remaining heart to harden like decaying wood, eventually silencing its beat. Until that moment arrives, however, they still have the opportunity to breathe in unison. |
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Overseer | Night Watch | Only a scant few truly comprehend that the "form" of the wasteland settlement is rich with meaning. The "tower" ensures that it remains forever anchored in the infancy of civilization, deliberately preventing the awakening of the calamity that lies beneath. |
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Sylvan Warden | Guard 26 | Famed for their masterful craftsmanship and lifelike realism, the legion commanded by her was forged by the same artisans who created the "Trojan Horse." These "wooden sentinels" march endlessly, unaware of who they once were in the distant past. |
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The Exiled | "Fool's Gold" | Many recall with clarity the news of this prominent figure's untimely death. Yet, long after, there were reports of sightings of this departed figure lurking in the shadows of the wasteland—his clothes in tatters and his body transformed beyond recognition. |
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Unlit Manuscript | Fire Investigator | There was a time when his strict adherence to protocol earned him the covert role of destroying contraband. However, his curiosity drew him to explore those hidden "secrets," and from that moment on, he was captivated by them. This marked the first time he began to harbor a subtle yet growing doubt about the "world" he had once accepted as reality. |
Event Reward Costumes[]
| Icon | Name | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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"Genesis" | Novelist | The "Archivist" has yet to realize he is tangled in the threads of past, present, and future, and that he is far from being time's favored one; rebirth is typically a gift for those who have truly embraced despair. Each time fate, burdened with calamity, lays its hands on him—bloody and scarred—he remains resolute in pushing that boulder from its eternal resting place at the foot of the mountain. |
| Icon | Name | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Moment of Glory | Bloody Queen | Within the last remaining settlement, she represented ideals and harmony, standing as an unblemished symbol—the embodiment of its prevailing philosophies. The people firmly believed that humanity had emerged from its darkest hour and that this time was their "moment of glory." |
Offline Event Costumes[]
| Icon | Name | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Drifter | "Goatman" | A grotesque ram-headed mask replaced his face. From then on, he roamed the wastelands—not as a man, but as one of the wild beasts, just as he had wished. |
Accessory[]
| Icon | Name | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Whistling Finch | Novelist | Capable of perfectly mimicking the call of a mutated bird, what is the most fascinating is that the one who produces this sound instantly comprehends its meaning. By recording specific combinations, valuable information can be extracted from the wilderness. |
Pet[]
This pet is a general pet and can be worn by any character.
| Icon | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
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"Mover" | Born from the effects of erosion, this creature scavenges the decaying remnants of once-living beings, hiding within their carcasses and surviving by imitating its prey. The one encountered by the team is unique, struggling with flawed camouflage that prevents it from fully blending in with any group of creatures. |
Call of the Abyss VII Champion Celebration Event[]
After ZETA became the champions of the Call of the Abyss VIII Global Finals, Celebration Event was available from May 15th, 2025 (after maintenance) - May 28th, 2023, 23:59 (Server Time)
Champion Club[]
Congratulations to ZETA DIVISION for winning the 2025 Call of the Abyss VIII Global Finals! During the event, you can send your congratulations to the champions, view their team introductions, and replay the finals.

| Call of the Abyss Champion Portrait | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait | Icon | Description | Obtained by | Cost |
| Call of the Abyss VIII Champion Portrait | ![]() |
WE ARE ZETA DIVISION. (Call of the Abyss VIII Champion Portrait) |
Illusion Hall | 100 |
Club Introduction[]
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|---|---|
| Motto | Introdution |
| WE ARE ZETA DIVISION | ZETA DIVISION® is a Tokyo-based Japanese eSports lifestyle brand with a diverse roster, including both dominating players and captivating creators. Our Identity V division clinched the IJL championship again in the summer of 2024, marking their fifth consecutive win since 2022. Keep cheering for our players as they continue to battle on-AIM WITH PRIDE®. |
| Former Champions | |
| Identity V Japan League/2022 Summer | |
| Identity V Japan League/2022 Autumn | |
| Identity V Japan League/2023 Summer | |
| Identity V Japan League/2023 Autumn | |
| Identity V Japan League/2024 Summer | |
| Player Reviews | |||
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| Player | Statistics | ||
| ZETA_Shinami
(Survivor) |
Average Deduction Points per Round | 7558.95 | |
| Average Rescues per Round | 1.19 | ||
| Escape Rate | 43% | ||
| Average Decoding Progress | 158.05% | ||
| Average Heals per Round | 0.29 | ||
| Average Containments Time per Round | 56.59s | ||
| Total Matches | 21 | ||
| Most-played Character(s) | First Officer | Coordinator | |
| ZETA_Hametu
(Survivor) |
Average Deduction Points per Round | 7619.95 | |
| Average Rescues per Round | 0.62 | ||
| Escape Rate | 48% | ||
| Average Decoding Progress | 139.43% | ||
| Average Heals per Round | 0.19 | ||
| Average Containments Time per Round | 64.01s | ||
| Total Matches | 21 | ||
| Most-played Character(s) | Puppeteer | "Knight" | |
| ZETA_mkmldy
(Hunter) |
Average Deduction Points per Round | 11375.33 | |
| Average Knockdown Duration per Round | 60.04s | ||
| Four-Elimination Rate | 33% | ||
| Average Terror Shocks per Round | 0.5 | ||
| Average Knockdowns per Round | 7.17 | ||
| Average Eliminations per Round | 3 | ||
| Total Matches | 6 | ||
| Most-played Character(s) | "Disciple" | Dream Witch | |
| ZETA_DoLisu
(Survivor) |
Average Deduction Points per Round | 7320.48 | |
| Average Rescues per Round | 0.19 | ||
| Escape Rate | 48% | ||
| Average Decoding Progress | 117.1% | ||
| Average Heals per Round | 0 | ||
| Average Containments Time per Round | 66.15s | ||
| Total Matches | 21 | ||
| Most-played Character(s) | Fire Investigator | Magician | |
| ZETA_Peter
(Hunter) - (FMVP) |
Average Deduction Points per Round | 11720.79 | |
| Average Knockdown Duration per Round | 59.72s | ||
| Four-Elimination Rate | 64% | ||
| Average Terror Shocks per Round | 0.43 | ||
| Average Knockdowns per Round | 8.07 | ||
| Average Eliminations per Round | 3.36 | ||
| Total Matches | 14 | ||
| Most-played Character(s) | "Hullabaloo" | Opera Singer | |
| ZETA_kznk
(Survivor) |
Average Deduction Points per Round | 7786.81 | |
| Average Rescues per Round | 0.57 | ||
| Escape Rate | 57% | ||
| Average Decoding Progress | 152.43% | ||
| Average Heals per Round | 0.1 | ||
| Average Containments Time per Round | 63.08 | ||
| Total Matches | 21 | ||
| Most-played Character(s) | Aeroplanist | Antiquarian | |
| ZETA_Alphar
(Survivor) |
Average Deduction Points per Round | N/A | |
| Average Rescues per Round | N/A | ||
| Escape Rate | N/A | ||
| Average Decoding Progress | N/A | ||
| Average Heals per Round | N/A | ||
| Average Containments Time per Round | N/A | ||
| Total Matches | 0 | ||
| Pre-select Character(s) | Mercenary | Forward | |
Battle Quests[]
Let's celebrate the championship with a wave of rewards! Every day during the Championship Celebration, from 18:00 to 22:00, visitors will receive a 20% Logic Points Acquisition Bonus. Complete Battle Quests to experience the champion line-up and earn Clues, Costume Remnants, and more.
Championship Celebration Deduction Points Time-Limited Boost: During the Championship Celebration, Every day from 18:00 to 22:00, players will receive a 20% Logic Point Acquisition Bonus.
Champion Line-Up:
- Gardener, Grave Keeper, Novelist, Puppeteer, Hermit and "Hullabaloo"
- Priestess, Acrobat, Aeroplanist, Fire Investigator, Opera Singer and "Goatman"
Quests[]
(Quick Match, Rank Match or Duo Hunters Mode only, with a least 2,000 Deduction Points)
| Quests and Rewards | ||
|---|---|---|
| General Quests | ||
| Quest | Rewards | |
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| Achieved Victory or Draw in 1 match (Unlocked on May 22nd) | ![]() |
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| Champion Gift, Experience the Champion Line-Up | ||
| Quest | Rewards (Number of Attempts: 5 per Quest) | |
| Complete 1 match as Grave Keeper, Gardener, Novelist or Puppeteer | 10 |
10 |
| Complete 1 match as "Hullabaloo" or Hermit | 10 |
5 |
| Complete 1 match as Fire Investigator, Acrobat, Aeroplanist or Priestess (Unlocked on May 22nd) | 10 |
10 |
| Complete 1 match as "Goatman" or Opera Singer (Unlocked on May 22nd) | 10 |
5 |
Champion Costume Line-ups[]
| Champion Items | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Item | Rarity | Type | Player Line-up | Cost |
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S-Tier (Gold) | Illusion Hall Costume | ZETA_Shinami | 2888 |
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S-Tier (Gold) | Illusion Hall Costume | ZETA_Hametu and ZETA_Kznk | 2888 |
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S-Tier (Gold) | Illusion Hall Costume | ZETA_Shinami | 2308 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Illusion Hall Costume | ZETA_Kznk | 1108 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Essence Costume | ZETA_Kznk | 1388 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Essence Costume | ZETA_Hametu | 1388 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Essence Costume | ZETA_Shinami | 1388 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Essence Costume | ZETA_DoLisu | 1388 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Essence Costume | ZETA_Shinami | 1388 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Illusion Hall Accessory | N/A | 1068 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Illusion Hall Accessory | N/A | 1068 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | Illusion Hall Accessory | N/A | 848 |
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B-Tier (Blue) | Illusion Hall Costume | ZETA_Peter | 248 |
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C-Tier (Green) | Illusion Hall Costume | ZETA_Hametu | 86 |
Returning Champion Items[]
| Returning Champion Items | ||
|---|---|---|
| Items | Rarity | Cost |
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A-Tier (Gold Cage) | 888 |
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A-Tier (Gold Cage) | 888 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | 788 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | 788 |
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A-Tier (Purple) | 788 |
Champion Costume Showcase[]
These Characters were chosen by Club ZETA and each earned a Call of the Abyss VIII Champion Costume (announced on May 22nd). The Costumes were released on TBA, 2026.
| Chosen Character | |
|---|---|
| Survivor | Hunter |
| Forward (William Ellis) | Opera Singer (Sangria) |
| Opera Singer has long been the preferred character for both Peter and mkmldy, with each player achieving impressive records using her. As for Forward, all of ZETA DIVISION's Survivor players have earned the S-Badge with him-a character whose traits perfectly align with the team's reputation for keen observation. These two characters were chosen based on the principle of selecting a Hunter and a Survivor that every team member excels at, and the decision was made with unanimous agreement from the entire team. | |
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