Hollow Investigative Association
The Hollow Investigative Association, also known as the HIA, is an organization affiliated with the New Eridu City Administration, and is responsible for investigating the Hollows.
The investigators, known as Hollow Investigators are accredited by the city. They are not to be confused with the "Proxies" or "Hollow Raiders" who are not affiliated with the city.
Please trust the officially accredited Investigators of the Hollow Investigative Association, and do not associate with "Proxies" or "Hollow Raiders."
Type of work
HIA work can be divided into two categories:
- General tasks
- Special tasks
General tasks
General tasks include rescues, data observation and recovery, and Companion Hollow investigation.
Special tasks
Special tasks are more dangerous, but also offer a better chance for Investigators to gain exposure and become a hero.
Recruitment
Qualifications
One of the requirements for recruiting new investigators is Ether aptitude. Ether aptitude can be tested using the Ether Aptitude Indicator Test, which measures Ether aptitude from 0, low, to 100, high.
Those who are not adaptable to Ether can still join the HIA as a support staff, such as office worker, coordinating, liaisons, and more.
Recruitment poster
In the fourth volume of the Ridu Newsletter, the HIA announced that they are recruiting new members. The recruitment poster is shown below.
Want to safeguard the city with your own two hands?
Then join the HIA! Learn specialized skills, get our investigator's license, collect Ether resources, undertake Hollow rescues, and eliminate threats. From today on, YOU can be the hero!
Promotion path
The promotion path for investigators in the HIA is:
- Trainee Investigator
- Full Investigator
- Senior Investigator
- Elite Investigator
- Ace Investigator
With each promotion, you'll face more pressure and danger. So few make it to the top and become an Ace, no wonder they're treated like stars.
Training
The HIA has a virtual reality (VR) training facility for new employees.
Collaboration with Hollow Rider
The HIA collaborated with the collectible card game, Hollow Rider to create a VR game, VR Trial that allows people to experience fighting in Hollows.