Companions & Partner System
Officially confirmed partners, the Summoning/Assimilation system, and the companion roster as it expands. Only verified information is tagged below.
Last updated: February 6, 2026
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Josee dossier (official)
Josee is the clearest companion reveal so far. The facts below are pulled from official reveal blurbs, while the open threads list tracks what we are still waiting to confirm.
Confirmed details
Official highlights available today.
- EraA Revenant from 100 years ago
- SeatRuler of the Sunken City region
- WeaponTwo-Handed Sword
- Drain attackHound
- Link traitIncreases defense and balance while charging
- Story hookMeets you during the past timeline
Open threads
- • English voice cast and localized credits
- • Assimilation skill set and partner trigger details
- • Blood Codes and partner skill list
- • Bond quest rewards and partner trait scaling
Partner traits & skills (source-labeled)
Each partner card includes a source badge so you can separate confirmed reveals from draft notes.
Lou MagMell
Time-Bound Partner
Skill highlights
- Prismatic Veil (Support Formae)
- Forma Extension (Support Formae)
- Battle Axe: Idris's Conceit (Bequeathed Forma)
Josee Anjou
Ruler of the Sunken City
Skill highlights
- Unquenchable Flame (Support Skill)
- Precision (Support Skill)
Lyle
Evasion Vanguard
Skill highlights
- Raikasen (Skill)
- Overdrive (Support Skill)
Holly
Long-Range Controller
Skill highlights
- Glacious Barrage (Skill)
- Panacea's Essence (Support Skill)
Noah
Twin Blade Partner
Skill highlights
- Deep Impact (Skill)
- Morale Boost (Support Skill)
Valentin
Rune Blade Specialist
Skill highlights
- Blast Bolt EX (Skill)
- Bloody Impact (Support Skill)
Bond rewards & Link Trait variants (draft)
Bond rewards and Link Trait variants will be logged as soon as in-game verification lands. Use this list as a placeholder tracker.
Lou MagMell
Time-Bound Partner
Bond rewards
- Bond Lv.1: 待确认
- Bond Lv.2: 待确认
- Bond Lv.3: 待确认
Link Trait variants
- Base trait: Ichor recovery when hit
- Variant A: 待确认
- Variant B: 待确认
Josee Anjou
Ruler of the Sunken City
Bond rewards
- Bond Lv.1: 待确认
- Bond Lv.2: 待确认
- Bond Lv.3: 待确认
Link Trait variants
- Base trait: Increases defense and balance while charging
- Variant A: 待确认
- Variant B: 待确认
Lyle
Evasion Vanguard
Bond rewards
- Bond Lv.1: 待确认
- Bond Lv.2: 待确认
- Bond Lv.3: 待确认
Link Trait variants
- Base trait: Gain Ichor when performing a successful dodge
- Variant A: 待确认
- Variant B: 待确认
Holly
Long-Range Controller
Bond rewards
- Bond Lv.1: 待确认
- Bond Lv.2: 待确认
- Bond Lv.3: 待确认
Link Trait variants
- Base trait: Increases activation speed when using formae
- Variant A: 待确认
- Variant B: 待确认
Noah
Twin Blade Partner
Bond rewards
- Bond Lv.1: 待确认
- Bond Lv.2: 待确认
- Bond Lv.3: 待确认
Link Trait variants
- Base trait: Reduces stamina consumption
- Variant A: 待确认
- Variant B: 待确认
Valentin
Rune Blade Specialist
Bond rewards
- Bond Lv.1: 待确认
- Bond Lv.2: 待确认
- Bond Lv.3: 待确认
Link Trait variants
- Base trait: Allows formae activation with HP when out of Ichor
- Variant A: 待确认
- Variant B: 待确认
Confirmed story allies
Key characters anchored in official reveal materials. This section tracks narrative allies tied to the timeline split.
Lou MagMell
A mysterious girl who revives the protagonist with her own heart and enables time travel.
Revealed as a central partner tied to the time-slip mission.
Lavinia
A Revenant Hunter in the present who entrusts you with the mission to travel to the past.
Present-day ally linked to the timeline split.
Josee Anjou
A Revenant from 100 years ago who rules the Sunken City region.
A key companion in the past timeline.
Companion roster (source-labeled)
Entries are tagged by source type. Official reveals stay confirmed, while draft roster notes remain flagged until verified in-game.
Lou MagMell
Time-Bound Partner
A supporter specializing in defense who fights with a rapier-style blade and magic formae.
Location: Travels with the protagonist (heart-shaped core)
Unlock: Unlocked by default (present timeline).
Josee Anjou
Ruler of the Sunken City
A devastating attacker from 100 years ago who trades blows to stagger enemies.
Location: Sunken City region (past timeline)
Unlock: Temporarily available during Josee's timeline and Free Exploration after the first present-form boss.
Lyle
Evasion Vanguard
An agile attacker who overwhelms foes with quick movement and lightning-fast strikes.
Location: Not revealed
Unlock: Temporarily available during Lyle's timeline and Free Exploration after the first present-form boss.
Holly
Long-Range Controller
A long-range controller who pins enemies with bayonet fire and ice magic.
Location: Not revealed
Unlock: Temporarily available during Holly's timeline and Free Exploration after the first present-form boss.
Noah
Twin Blade Partner
A swift close-range fighter who closes gaps with twin blades and boosts allies.
Location: Not revealed
Unlock: Unlocked as a partner after defeating Franz the Dejected Assailant.
Valentin
Rune Blade Specialist
A technical attacker who combines rune blade strikes with magic formae.
Location: Not revealed
Unlock: Temporarily unlocked in the past after defeating Josee the Blind Hero and accessing the Free Exploration Bond.
Companion quick reference
Quick scan of confirmed companion details, including drain attacks and link traits. Guide build links are optional suggestions, not official data.
| Companion | Status | Weapon | Drain attack | Link trait | Combat role | Playstyle | Unlock | Guide builds (draft) | Romance | Preferred gifts | Affinities | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou MagMell Time-Bound Partner A supporter specializing in defense who fights with a rapier-style blade and magic formae. Prologue reveal | Confirmed Official Officially revealed partner tied to time travel. | One-Handed Sword | Bat | Ichor recovery when hit | Tank / Guard | Defensive support with rapid melee strikes and ranged formae. | Unlocked by default (present timeline). | Caster Mage, Hybrid Versatile | Not supported | Not applicable | Link Trait: Ichor on hit Support | Travels with the protagonist (heart-shaped core) |
| Josee Anjou Ruler of the Sunken City A devastating attacker from 100 years ago who trades blows to stagger enemies. Past timeline reveal View guide → | Confirmed Official Officially referenced in reveal materials. | Two-Handed Sword | Hound | Increases defense and balance while charging | Adaptive | High-impact melee pressure that rewards bold trades. | Temporarily available during Josee's timeline and Free Exploration after the first present-form boss. | Melee Berserker, Hybrid Versatile | Not supported | Not applicable | Link Trait: Defense while charging Offense | Sunken City region (past timeline) |
| Lyle Evasion Vanguard An agile attacker who overwhelms foes with quick movement and lightning-fast strikes. Partner system reveal | Confirmed Official Official partner reveal materials. | One-Handed Sword | Reaper | Gain Ichor when performing a successful dodge | Adaptive | Evasion-focused offense with lightning skills and timed dodges. | Temporarily available during Lyle's timeline and Free Exploration after the first present-form boss. | Not revealed | Not supported | Not applicable | Link Trait: Ichor on dodge Agile | Not revealed |
| Holly Long-Range Controller A long-range controller who pins enemies with bayonet fire and ice magic. Partner system reveal | Confirmed Official Official partner reveal materials. | Bayonet | Stinger | Increases activation speed when using formae | Support / Balanced | Ranged pressure with ice formae and ally support. | Temporarily available during Holly's timeline and Free Exploration after the first present-form boss. | Not revealed | Not supported | Not applicable | Link Trait: Faster Formae Control | Not revealed |
| Noah Twin Blade Partner A swift close-range fighter who closes gaps with twin blades and boosts allies. Partner system reveal View guide → | Confirmed Official Official character page reveal. | Twin Blade | Ogre | Reduces stamina consumption | Adaptive | Fast melee offense with momentum-based buffs. | Unlocked as a partner after defeating Franz the Dejected Assailant. | Not revealed | Not supported | Not applicable | Link Trait: Stamina cost down Assault | Not revealed |
| Valentin Rune Blade Specialist A technical attacker who combines rune blade strikes with magic formae. Partner system reveal | Confirmed Official Official partner reveal materials. | Rune Blade | Bat | Allows formae activation with HP when out of Ichor | Adaptive | Technical offense that blends melee strings and ranged formae. | Temporarily unlocked in the past after defeating Josee the Blind Hero and accessing the Free Exploration Bond. | Not revealed | Not supported | Not applicable | Link Trait: Formae with HP Technical | Not revealed |
Partner system (official terms)
Summoning
Summon your partner to fight alongside you in real time.
- • Partners join you as active allies
- • Used to coordinate offense and defense
- • Core system of Code Vein II combat
Assimilation
Fuse with your partner to wield their power directly.
- • Transforms the combat flow for a short time
- • Triggers unique partner abilities
- • Used to overwhelm tough encounters
Bond (LP)
Link Traits
Partner Trait Bonus
Restorative Offering
Bond and affinity
Bond is represented by Link Points (LP). As bond increases, link traits remain active and partner trait bonuses become available.
Community guides describe partner affinity as a hidden system that grows by fighting together, completing requests, and giving gifts. Higher affinity improves trade shop unlocks and trait bonuses.
Romance or dating routes have not been confirmed by official sources and are not listed in community guides.
Voice cast (JP announced)
Japanese voice credits are listed; English-localized casts are not announced yet.
Tracking also includes Lavinia and new allies as they are revealed.
Official gameplay gallery
Partner summoning in combat (official screenshot)
Assimilation activation (official screenshot)
Link Points HUD readout (official screenshot)
Partner drain attack + formae burst (official screenshot)
Restorative Offering revive (official screenshot)