Zoey

Lyricist & Rapper - K-pop star with a dark secret

Portrait of Zoey, Lyricist & Rapper of Huntrix

Zoey

Lyricist & Rapper

Basic Info

Age:20
Ability:Knife Combat & Rap Skills
Weapon:Shin-Kal

Combat Stats

Vocal Power91%
Dance Skill86%
Combat Ability90%
Team Synergy88%

Knife Techniques

  • Precision Throwing: Expert knife-thrower with pinpoint accuracy, able to hit demonic weak points from a distance
  • Lyrical Weaponry: Infuses her throwing knives with rap-enhanced spiritual energy for additional damage against demons
  • Cultural Fusion: Combines Korean and American fighting styles for an unpredictable combat approach demons struggle to counter

Description

As a Demon Hunter, Zoey is a strong and skilled fighter especially with her knives. As the group's lyricist and rapper, she uses her creative mind and powerful voice to cultivate the group's strong following and image. She wields throwing knives in combat.

Personality

She struggles with insecurity with her role in her friends' lives. She brings an excitable energy to the musical performances. She has a tomboyish voice and seems to have a soft spot for turtles.

Background

Zoey is Korean American and was raised in Burbank, California, a detail that greatly influences her music, insecurities, and identity. Having grown up in California before moving to South Korea, she brings unique perspective to the band. She is voiced by Ji-young Yoo.

About Zoey in KPop Demon Hunters

Zoey is one of the two deuteragonists (alongside Mira) in Sony Pictures Animation's 2025 animated musical fantasy film KPop Demon Hunters, released on Netflix on June 20, 2025. As the rapper and lyricist for the K-Pop group Huntrix, she is known for her creative mind and powerful voice, which contribute to the group's strong following and image. Zoey is also the maknae (youngest member) of the group, a role that aligns with her playful, goofy, and energetic personality.

Her speaking voice is provided by Ji-young Yoo, while her singing voice is performed by Rei Ami, bringing depth and authenticity to this vibrant character.

Background and Identity

Zoey was born in Korea but raised in Burbank, California, USA. Before joining Huntrix, she wrote songs and lyrics in her notebooks, which people often dismissed as "useless and weird." Despite constant negative comments from her old school, she persevered in her dream of becoming a rapper. Eventually, Celine recruited her as the rapper for Huntrix, where she is now recognized as both the rapper and lyricist.

There's fan speculation, based on the Huntrix song "Golden," that her parents might be divorced, as the song hints at her having to choose between living in Korea and the USA. Her American background is also referenced by a hamburger-flavored cup of Huntrix-branded noodles shown in the movie, which features a drawing of her wearing an Uncle Sam hat.

Zoey mentioned that before Huntrix, she felt all her ideas, lyrics, and notebooks were useless and weird, but with Rumi and Mira, they became meaningful, and so did she.

Personality and Role in Huntrix

Zoey is perceived as the most lively, innocent, and impressionable member of the group. She can sometimes exhibit a "weirdo" side, but she is not only a "cute but deadly" demon hunter but also responsible for writing the group's songs. She is an absolute sweetheart and deeply loves her bandmates. Among the trio, Zoey is most likely to initiate physical affection with her bandmates, and both Mira and Rumi are receptive to her touch.

Zoey's expressiveness and profound understanding of lyrics help her craft Huntrix's songs. She serves as the emotional glue of the group, often being the first to show vulnerability, as seen when she cried in the bathhouse during their three-month hiatus after the song "This Is What It Sounds Like."

Despite her bubbly exterior, Zoey is fiercely protective of Rumi, Mira, and their fans. She often puts herself in danger to shield them from demonic attacks.

Powers and Abilities

Precision Throwing

Expert knife-thrower with pinpoint accuracy, able to hit demonic weak points from a distance

Weapon Conjuring

Capable of conjuring multiple magical knives for slaying demons, effective as both short-range weapons and long-range projectiles

Weapon Telekinesis

Demonstrates control over her knives' throwing trajectories and can levitate them at will

Spirit Vision

Ability to see spirits, demons, and the spiritual energy flowing through the Honmoon

Lyrical Weaponry

Infuses her throwing knives with rap-enhanced spiritual energy for additional damage against demons

Key Moments in KPop Demon Hunters

Zoey's character arc in KPop Demon Hunters emphasizes her journey of self-acceptance. Facing past criticism for her creative work, she transforms her insecurities into strengths, contributing significantly to Huntrix's music and demon-hunting efforts.

In flashbacks and quieter moments, Zoey often checks in on Rumi after battles, or eases Mira's stress, offering lyrics, jokes, and advice to lift their spirits. During the three-month hiatus after the song "This Is What It Sounds Like," Zoey was the first to show vulnerability by crying in the bathhouse.

The film's climax sees Zoey and her bandmates face off against the Saja Boys, a rival boy band secretly composed of demons. Zoey's combat skills and magical abilities play a crucial role in these battles, blending her K-pop flair with her demon-hunting prowess.

Voice Acting and Reception

Zoey's dialogue is voiced by Ji-young Yoo, whose performance has been praised for capturing Zoey's vibrant and multifaceted personality. Her singing voice, provided by Rei Ami, adds a powerful dimension to her musical performances, with the soundtrack earning widespread acclaim for its integration into the story.

Critics have noted Ji-young Yoo's ability to "land" Zoey's character, emphasizing her distinct personality within the Huntrix trio. Fans on social media have expressed their love for Zoey, with posts highlighting her as a "bias" and praising her "attractive" and "cool" demeanor. Her animated sequences, described as "chaotic" and "cartoony," have been celebrated for their energy and humor, contributing to the film's 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.