Luke Pearce
| Quote
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| "There are cases that I can't crack...such as you." | |
| General
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| Gender | Male |
| Age (when met) | 24[1] |
| Birthday | December 5[1] |
| Height | 180 cm[2][1] |
| Blood Type | O[1] |
| Occupation | Private Investigator[3] |
| Voice Actors
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| CHS | 金弦 (Jīn Xián; Titus Jin)[3]
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| CHT | 陳宏宇 (Chén Hóngyǔ)
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| JP | 梶裕貴 (Kaji Yuki)[4]
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| KR | 김지율 (Kim Jiyul) |
| Name in Other Language(s)
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|---|---|
| Chinese | 夏彦 (Xià Yàn)
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| Japanese | 水無瀬夏彦 (Minase Natsuhiko)
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| Korean | 강혁 (Gang Hyeok) |
General[edit | edit source]
Being reunited with you is the most wonderful thing that's happened to me.
I never thought we'd be reunited here and now.
This photo album holds our childhood memories. Many of its pages remain blank, waiting to be filled.
Even if this is a prank played by fate, every second with you is precious to me.
Before the mystery's solved...
"Please, just give me a little more time..."[5]
A professional private investigator who's always a step behind when it comes to love.
A dear coral eyed[6] childhood friend. Though it has been so long, they are finally reunited. During the eight years he was away from Stellis City, our Main Character (MC) doesn't know what he's been up to, but he's learnt many skills including: tracking, sniping, fighting, tactical driving, and wilderness survival skills... skills useful for a private investigator. No matter the job, he will complete it cleanly and excellently under the eyes of the law. In the past, MC had thought he would be a scientist. With his intelligence, it would not be a problem to go in this direction... But, maybe something unknown occurred that altered the career shift[3].
An outgoing private investigator who brings light and hope to everyone around him. He's able to complete all kinds of jobs without breaking a sweat. There's almost nothing he's not good at... except for expressing his love for the girl he grew up with... and cooking! After being reunited after many years of separation, deep down, Luke is still the same old cheery but shy boy.[7][8]
Background[edit | edit source]
Luke is described as an exceptionally bright, talented youth and childhood friend of the Main Character (MC). His parents, Rena and Percival Freeman, died when he was young and as such, he barely remembers them[9]. His mother was best friends with the MC's mother, so after his parents' death, he was taken in and essentially raised by the MC's parents.[10] He went to school with the MC all the way from kindergarten to age 16.[11] Luke was a top student at school, attending national and international competitions such as the International Biology Olympiad in Prague,[12] and he was granted early acceptance into the prestigious National Central University. He was promptly recruited into a closed confidential national project, but the experiment disallowed any outside communication and he lost contact with the MC. He returned immediately after the project ended, but he did not contact the MC due to being busy with his work.
After graduating with a Master's in Bioengineering, Luke decided to pursue his dream of becoming a detective and opened Pearce Private Investigations. He also is the owner of Time's Antiquities, an antique store that serves as a front to his PI business.
He currently lives in a three-story house his parents left him, where the first story is Time's Antiquities, the second floor is his private investigation business, and the third floor is his residence. Luke also has a pet myna bird named Peanut, who is professionally trained and is highly intelligent.[13]
Personality and Interests[edit | edit source]
When he was a child, Luke dreamed of becoming a hero, making a charming appearance in times of need and beating all the bad guys. As he grew up, though, he realized heroes aren't always charming and glamorous and are often a mess instead. However, he still holds true to the heroic ideal of protecting those who need protecting[14] and tries to keep his focus on what good he can add to the world rather than be paralyzed by his inability to keep up with criminals who always seem a step ahead.[15]
Luke notes that his most treasured possession is a limited edition Sherlock Holmes box, in which he stores treasured possessions such as competition gold medals and models, which the MC's parents bought for him when he was five years old. He still calls the MC his "Watson" as a callback to their detective games while growing up.[11] Luke has been noted by the MC to have a habit of sitting on dirty floors[16] and has always kept his personal space an organized mess he calls "The Luke Storage Method" despite his ability to keep an acceptable appearance in public.[17] He has a high level of admiration for journalists who, like investigators, live for the truth and put their lives on the line to learn and expose it.[18] Luke is a diligent note-taker, and his habit of including his own remarks and complaints on the right side of the pages persists from his days as a student into adulthood,[19] as does his habit of idly scribbling in margins.[20]
Luke's personality in work-related matters is very different from that of his personal life; as an instructor, he's especially stern and cold, willing to frustrate his charges with unfair situations until they speak up and learn not to tolerate such treatment.[21]
Luke's hobbies, interests, and skills include:
- First Aid: Using a home first aid kit that has small surgical tools in addition to the usual supplies, Luke is able to clean, stitch, and dress many of his own wounds at home, without anesthetic, rather than explain his NSB-related activities to a hospital.[22] Luke claims to have high pain tolerance.[23]
- Food and Drink: Luke is an unskilled chef, and his tastes tend toward "low-brow" items like street food, burgers, and chili fries. However, in the course of his work, he has become a skilled bartender[24] and a certified barista[25]. Luke is said to have low alcohol tolerance; in some special NSB missions, he has to drink a pill to prevent him from being drunk.[26]
- Language: In addition to his native language, Luke has been shown to understand German.[27]
- Martial Arts: Luke has been in martial arts training since he was a child. As an adult, he is familiar with many kinds of firearms, as well as Krav Maga.[28]
- Repair and invention: Luke is highly skilled with inventions, handicrafts, and other fine detail work. He's able to quickly repair a variety of items and create delicate physical crafts; one item he's especially proud of is an engagement ring with a heart-shaped ruby and ring of melee diamonds.[29]
- Sports: Luke was skilled enough at soccer as a child that other children's parents sometimes threatened their children by saying Luke wouldn't teach them soccer anymore. He never joined the soccer team, believing if he joined one, other team coaches, such as those for volleyball or basketball, would also pursue him. Despite this, he's maintained his skills into adulthood.[30] He's also fond of skateboarding, having wanted to learn since middle school, but he was forbidden from it for safety reasons at the time. He since learned from one of his instructors at the NSB and is skilled enough in the sport to compete against professionals.[31]
- Tactics: Whether on the battlefield or in more personal situations such as stalking and coercing information from a target, Luke has a variety of tactics at his disposal to go unnoticed (such as quick changes[32]) or cause precise pain (such as knowledge of anatomy and joint limits[33]) intended to get what he needs without more damage than needed. Additionally, he has become adept in several skills to suit various social situations, such as darts and billiards, claiming to be undefeated for years in each.[24]
- Technology: From bugs and surveillance[34] to programming and hacking[35] to restoration of computer hardware such as cameras and USB drives, Luke has mastered many types of technology. Some of his creations include technological applications such as a highly accurate OCR application,[16] an earring with functional GPS and microphone,[36] or a chibi keychain that functions as an alarm with increased volume and durability.[37]
Story[edit | edit source]
Very shortly after entering university, Luke accidentally got involved with a transnational case, which caught the attention of the National Security Bureau; he was recruited and spent most of the following eight years earning his degree from NSB instructors rather than attending university. The "secret project" discussed above was merely a cover story for his entry into the NSB.[38] Luke has never failed a mission during his time with the NSB.[39]
During a mission with the NSB, Luke was gravely injured by a toxic gas attack;[29] while his life was saved, he received medicine contaminated with an unidentified and harmful component during treatment. With what freedom the NSB grants him, Luke pursues the medicine's origin, which has led him back to Stellis on the trail of NXX.[38] As a result of his exposure to this contaminant, Luke is suffering from a degenerative condition affecting his nervous system, organs, and mental state; his physician estimates he has 3 years and 2 months left to live.[40] It's for this reason Luke tried to avoid reconnecting with the MC on his return to Stellis.
As of Episode 9: Grey Frontier, Luke's illness has progressed to intermittent loss of control in his right arm, bouts of coughing and severe pain, and episodes of paranoia.[41]Day Schedule[edit | edit source]
"It's not that I don't want to sleep more, it's just that..."
Aside from detective work, sometimes interesting commissions are received. Luke's week days are very regular. Everyday, he does morning run, evening run, and it looks like he wakes up very early... It is unknown how many secrets he has hidden in his diary.[42]
| Workday | |
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 05:30-05:44 |
Wake up and take medicine |
| 05:45-06:29 |
Morning run after a warm-up |
 06:30-07:59 |
Prepare a healthy breakfast. Make a work schedule |
| 08:00-11:29 |
Open shop, accept work requests, or upgrade gadgets |
| 11:30-12:29 |
Have a simple lunch (or grab a bite on the way) |
| 12:30-13:29 |
Open shop and accept work requests |
| 13:30-14:29 |
Do field investigations and repair works at Antique Shop |
| 14:30-16:29 |
Handle work requests and field investigations |
| 16:30-17:29 |
Do field investigations and meet up with clients |
| 17:30-17:59 |
Organize investigation documents |
| 18:00-20:29 |
Buy dinner and wrap up the work |
| 20:30-21:29 |
Evening run |
| 21:30-22:59 |
Write diary and relax |
| 23:00-00:00 |
Wash up and prepare for bed |
| Day Off | |
| 05:30-05:44 |
Wake up and have a simple breakfast |
| 05:45-06:59 |
Morning run after a warm-up |
| 07:00-07:59 |
Prepare to open shop |
| 08:00-09:59 |
Accept work requests or read novels |
| 10:00-11:29 |
Accept requests or out for field investigation |
| 11:30-11:59 |
Sort out past jobs or read novels |
| 12:00-12:29 |
Out for meal |
| 12:30-13:29 |
Return to shop or do inventions |
| 13:30-14:29 |
Accept requests or out for field investigation |
| 14:30-16:59 |
Accept requests or repair antiques |
| 17:00-17:59 |
Accept requests or out shopping |
| 18:00-18:29 |
Out for meal |
| 18:30-20:29 |
Return and tidy up the shop |
| 20:30-21:29 |
Evening run |
| 21:30-22:59 |
Write diary and relax |
| 23:00-00:00 |
Wash up and prepare for bed |
Organization(s)[edit | edit source]
- National Central University - Graduate (Master's in Bioengineering)
- National Security Bureau - Special Investigator "Raven," Economic and Technological Crime Division
- NXX Investigation Team - Raven
- Pearce Private Investigations - Founder/Lead
- Time's Antiquities - Founder/Owner
Trivia[edit | edit source]
- List of gadgets and items used
- Smart terminal (watch)[43]
- Handy Analyser Mark IV: Portable chemical analyser that can identify common chemical substances. Augmented by Luke[44]
- Magnetic powder for lifting fingerprints[44]
- Tablet[44]
- Toolkit[45]
- Recording pen[2]
- Military binoculars[39]
- Tranquilizer gun[39]
- Medicine case with syringes and muscle relaxants[46]
- Luke's scent is described as sweet, like sunshine after rain.[20]
Translation Notes[edit | edit source]
- In Chinese, Luke's name is 夏彦 (Xià Yàn)
- Surname 夏 means Summer and is the same character used to write "Sherlock" (夏洛克 - Xià Luòkè)
- First name 彦 can mean accomplished or elegant
- In Chinese, Peanut's name is 花生 (Huāshēng)
- This is a pun on the typical writing of "Watson" which is 华生 (Huáshēng).
- While English (Peanut) and Korean (땅콩아) translate the name literally, Japanese opts to localize the pun by calling the bird "Mr. Jon" (Mr.ジョン) for John Watson.
Cards[edit | edit source]
SSR[edit | edit source]
SR[edit | edit source]
MR[edit | edit source]
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Gallery[edit | edit source]
miHoYo Website Character Promo Image
miHoYo Character Profile Image
Mini Character Portrait
Closed Beta Countdown
Luke wants to say...
![[DAVIS Observation Journal] Luke Pearce - Gourmet Food](/thumb.php?f=DAVIS_Observation_Journal_Luke_Pearce_%E2%80%94_Gourmet_Food.jpeg&width=120)
[DAVIS Observation Journal] Luke Pearce - Gourmet Food
Special Day Riddle
A Day with Luke Pearce
Rule of Stellis' Law - Beware of Online Scams!
400K Pre-Registration Milestone
400K Pre-Registration Milestone Wallpaper
400K Pre-Registration Milestone Wallpaper
Official Artwork
Official Release Countdown
Summer Break: Sugar Painting Invitation
Luke's Lost Gold Story Preview
Happy Halloween
Bat Luke
Official 2021 Birthday Artwork
2021 Christmas Luke
Winter Clothing Luke
2022 Valentines Luke
2022 Romantic Gift
2022 February
Sweet Dreams
2022 April Fools
2022 Early Summer
2023 New Year
2023 Valentines Luke
![[DAVIS Observation Journal] Luke Pearce - Gourmet Food](/wiki/File:DAVIS_Observation_Journal_Luke_Pearce_%E2%80%94_Gourmet_Food.jpeg)
Emoji[edit | edit source]
Chibi Luke Emote 1
Chibi Luke Emote 2
Chibi Luke Emote 3
Chibi Luke Emote 4
✦Luke's Daily✦ Emoji 1
✦Luke's Daily✦ Emoji 2
✦Luke's Daily✦ Emoji 3
✦Luke's Daily✦ Emoji 4
Treasure Island Daily - Luke 1
Treasure Island Daily - Luke 2
Treasure Island Daily - Luke 3
Treasure Island Daily - Luke 4
Halloween Surprise - Luke 1
Halloween Surprise - Luke 2
Halloween Surprise - Luke 3
Halloween Surprise - Luke 4
Chibi Luke Emote 5
Chibi Luke Emote 6
Chibi Luke Emote 7
Chibi Luke Emote 8
Winter Gift - Luke 1
Winter Gift - Luke 2
Winter Gift - Luke 3
Winter Gift - Luke 4
Story Appearances[edit | edit source]
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Under the Milky Way" |
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| Luke "Looming Nightmare" |
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| Luke "Overflowing Thoughts" (as "Boy") |
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| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Overflowing Thoughts" (as "???") |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Overflowing Thoughts" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Love between Pages" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Dark Swirl" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Dark Swirl" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Lukewarm Fragrance" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Persistent Wishes" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Prosperous Shade" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "A Dream of Benji" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Orange Scent" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Threads of Time" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Orange Scent" |
| Occurrences |
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| Sweet Felicity Intro: Love From Beginning |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Burning Reminiscence" |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "Burning Reminiscence" |
| Occurrences |
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| Lukeout, Fire!: Prologue |
| Lukeout, Fire!: Story 2 |
| Occurrences |
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| Main Story 01-01 |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "A Star in the Palm" |
| Luke "Alluring Gaze" |
| Luke's Story 04-10 |
| Luke's Story 04-11 |
| Luke's Story 04-12 |
| Luke's Story 04-13 |
| Luke's Story 04-14 |
| Main Story 10-01 |
| Occurrences |
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| Luke "A Star in the Palm" |
| Luke "Warm Embrace" |
| Luke All Year Round Event/Out-of-Print Gift |
| Luke All Year Round Event/Warm Gloves |
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Big Data Lab >Figures >Modern Figures > Luke Pearce
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Main Story 01-13
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 人物档案-夏彦 https://www.taptap.com/topic/6939000
- ↑ 日文配音试听-夏彦CV：梶裕贵 https://www.taptap.com/topic/17522397
- ↑ https://tot.mihoyo.com/en-us/information/all/detail/100244
- ↑ Main Story 01-05
- ↑ https://tot.mihoyo.com/en-us/character
- ↑ https://tot.mihoyo.com/en-us/information/all/detail/100124
- ↑ Luke "Among the Great Blue"
- ↑ Luke's Story 01-04
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Luke's Story 01-03
- ↑ Luke's Story 02-02
- ↑ Main Story 05-29
- ↑ Luke's Story 03-11
- ↑ Luke's Story 04-06
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 Main Story 05-09
- ↑ Luke's Story 03-12
- ↑ Main Story 05-11
- ↑ Luke's Story 01-13
- ↑ 20.0 20.1 Luke "Iridescent Heartbeat"
- ↑ Main Story 09-04
- ↑ Luke's Story 04-09
- ↑ Luke "Dark Swirl"
- ↑ 24.0 24.1 Luke "A Star in the Palm"
- ↑ Snowy_Sweetness: Prologue
- ↑ Luke "Dark Swirl"
- ↑ Xmas Partyland Event
- ↑ Luke "Timely Rescue"
- ↑ 29.0 29.1 Luke's Story 02-14
- ↑ Luke "Peaceful Place"
- ↑ Luke "Through the Heavens"
- ↑ Luke's Story 03-10
- ↑ Lost Gold Luke Investigation 03-01
- ↑ Luke's Story 03-07
- ↑ Main Story 05-13
- ↑ Luke "Alluring Gaze"
- ↑ Luke's Story 04-02
- ↑ 38.0 38.1 Main Story 05-03
- ↑ 39.0 39.1 39.2 Lost Gold Luke Investigation 02-05
- ↑ Luke's Story 02-01
- ↑ Main Story 09-12
- ↑ 夏彦工作日行程 https://www.taptap.com/topic/10458399
- ↑ Main Story 01-01
- ↑ 44.0 44.1 44.2 Main Story 01-07
- ↑ Main Story 01-10
- ↑ Lost Gold Luke Investigation 03-01
