Bandai Namco has pulled back the curtain on another key figure for Code Vein II, introducing players to Josée Anjou. While previous reveals focused on fighters like the MagMell siblings, Josée brings a different dynamic as a governing force within the game's fractured society.
Order in the Chaos
Josée Anjou isn't just wandering the wasteland; she is established as the ruler of the Sunken City. In the lore of Code Vein II, society has crumbled under the Resurgence and the corruption of the Luna Rapacis. Revenants are stepping up to maintain order, and Josée exemplifies this heavy burden. She is credited with building shelters for survivors, suggesting her role in the narrative pivots around protection and stability rather than just the hunt.
Haunted by the Resurgence
The trailer cuts deep into her motivation. Josée is haunted by a past failure—specifically, her inability to stop a massive Resurgence outbreak. This trauma aligns perfectly with the series' darker themes. Revenants are powerful, but they are constantly fighting a losing battle against the Horrors and their own potential corruption. Josée's drive seems fueled by redemption, trying to save what remains of humanity to make up for the lives she couldn't save before.
How will Josée fit into your party?
Given her background as a shelter builder and protector, it will be interesting to see if her in-game abilities reflect a more defensive or support-oriented playstyle compared to other partners. With the game launching on January 29, 2026, we won't have to wait long to see how her rule over the Sunken City intersects with our own journey into the deadly world.