Merry Christmas, Proxies!
On December 19, Zenless Zone Zero launched its Version 2.5 Special Preview Stream. During the livestream, the game revealed exciting new content, including the introduction of new characters Ye Shunguang and Zhao, a new storyline, as well as new skins for Ye Shunguang and Jane. Not only that, but the new version also brings a special recharge cashback event, the "Filmgoer Thank-You Gift," which unlocks multiple rewards, including the opportunity to choose 1 out of 9 available rewards, such as an S-Rank Agent and an S-Rank W-Engine.
Are you Proxies struggling to decide what to choose? Don’t worry, I’m here to guide you through the selection process with a recommended guide.
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▍ZZZ Recharge Cashback Event
During this version event, purchasing Monochromes in the Monochrome Market or purchasing Inter-Knot Memberships, New Eridu City Fund, or other cash bundles will grant Commemorative Ticket Stubs. Collect a certain number of commemorative ticket stubs to unlock abundant rewards, including selecting an S-Rank Agent and S-Rank W-Engine out of 9 choices.Proxies can choose Jane in this pack.
From the images revealed in the official livestream, we can see that the W-Engine Self-Selection Bundle is in the fifth tier, while the Agent Self-Selection Bundle is in the sixth tier. I speculate that the cumulative recharge amount for the W-Engine tier is 458, and the cumulative recharge amount for the Agent tier is 648.
▍S-Rank Agent Self-Selection Bundle
As you can see, we can choose Burnice, Jane, Qingyi, Grace, Rina, Koleda, Nekomata, Soldier 11 and Lycaon in the budle.
I recommend that everyone choose from the limited characters (Burnice, Jane and Qingyi), as we can pull for permanent characters in the regular pool. There is also a chance to pull a permanent character in the limited pool, and after 300 pulls in the regular pool, we get the option to choose a permanent character. Therefore, I do not recommend using this opportunity for permanent characters.
Burnice
Burnice is a powerful Anomaly character who can quickly accumulate Fire Attribute Anomaly Charge by activating her Enhanced Special Attack, while also stacking [Flame Points]. Once the [Flame Points] reach a certain threshold, Bernice will enter the [Fuel Infusion] state, applying the [Burn] effect to enemies with her skills. Additionally, this state allows her to continuously provide Fire Attribute Damage and Fire Attribute Anomaly Charges in the background.
Her role is that of a background Anomaly Sub-DPS, and she is currently one of the only two S-rank background Anomaly characters in the game. However, she lacks support capabilities. After her enhancement, her strength is comparable to Vivian. Her second Mindscape Cinema can provide 20% Penetration bonus to her teammates. So, if you already have Burnice, adding her second Mindscape Cinema would be a great choice.
Burnice Recommended Team:
Jane
Jane is an agent who relies on Anomaly effects for damage output. Her Strong Strike has a chance to crit, dealing a large amount of Physical Attribute Damage to enemies within a short period of time. Additionally, Jane possesses strong dodge capabilities, allowing her to nimbly evade enemy attacks and counterattack effectively.
Jane's second Mindscape Cinema significantly enhances her performance. If you already have Jane with her first Mindscape Cinema, it's worth considering unlocking her second one. However, since she is an older character, I would not recommend new players or those without Jane to choose her.
Of course, in Version 2.5, we can get Jane's new outfit for free, so if you want to use her new outfit, you can also consider unlocking her.
Burnice Recommended Team:
Qingyi
Qingyi is an agent who can quickly cause enemies to enter a Staggered state and make them take increased damage once staggered. When dealing Electric Attribute Damage, she accumulates Flash Voltage, and once it reaches a certain threshold, she enters the [Flashover] state. While in this state, dealing a finishing blow to enemies applies [Subjugation], increasing the target's Stagger Vulnerability multiplier.
Qingyi can increase Stagger Vulnerability by 80%, making her a solid, well-rounded limited Breakthrough character. While there are currently stronger Breakthrough characters, for new players or those without a limited Breakthrough character, choosing Qingyi is still a good option for a smooth transition.
For players who already have Qingyi, unlocking her first or second Mindscape Cinema will provide a significant boost to her performance.
Qingyi Recommended Team:
As for permanent characters, if you really want to choose one, I would recommend Soldier 11 and Lycaon.
Soldier 11
Soldier 11 is a Fire Attribute melee DPS agent. She can activate Firepower Suppression through various attack moves. Firepower Suppression lasts for 15 seconds or eight basic attacks (equivalent to two full combo slashes). During this time, all damage dealt becomes Fire Attribute, and the damage multiplier is increased. In combat, she serves as a main DPS for dealing with enemies in the Staggered state.
After her enhancement, Soldier 11 has shown great performance in various real-world combat situations.
Soldier 11 Recommended Team:
Lycaon
Lycaon is an Ice Attribute Breakthrough character. While she possesses strong Breakthrough capabilities, she also offers high mobility, allowing her to deal damage while quickly putting enemies into a Staggered state. Even if a teammate has already staggered the enemy, switching in Lycaon will still trigger her extra abilities, further increasing the enemy's vulnerability multiplier.
Lycaon is highly versatile in Ice teams and can fit into various team compositions, making her a solid choice. Additionally, she can perform well without the need for a signature weapon, showcasing her great potential even without specialized equipment.
Lycaon Recommended Team:
▍S-Rank W-Engine Self-Selection Bundle
Similarly, I also recommend that everyone choose limited W-Engines, as permanent W-Engines can be exchanged in the shop.
Flamemaker Shaker
Fuel on the Rocks
While off-field, the equipper's Energy Regen increases by 0.6/s. When hitting an enemy with an EX Special Attack or Assist Attack, the equipper's DMG increases by 3.5%, stacking up to 10 times and lasting for 6s. This effect can trigger once every 0.3s. While off-field, the stack effect is doubled. Repeated triggers reset the duration. Upon obtaining the DMG increase effect, if the number of current stacks is greater than or equal to 5, then the equipper's Anomaly Proficiency increases by 50. This Anomaly Proficiency increase does not stack and lasts for 6s.
The rare W-Engine that restores backline energy and provides Anomaly effects significantly enhances Burnice after her upgrade. If your Burnice doesn’t have a signature weapon, this W-Engine would be a good choice.
Ice-Jade Teapot
Ringing Melody
When a Basic Attack hits an enemy, gain 1 stack of Tea-riffic. Each stack of Tea-riffic increases the user's Impact by 0.7%, stacking up to 30 times, and lasting for 8s. The duration of each stack is calculated separately. Upon acquiring Tea-riffic, if the equipper possesses stacks of Tea-riffic greater than or equal to 15, all squad members' DMG is increased by 20% for 10s. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.
A highly versatile W-Engine that increases Impact and team-wide damage, this Breakthrough W-Engine is suitable for Qingyi, Lyte, Trigger, and Lycaon.
Sharpened Stinger
Indulge in the Hunt
Upon activating a Dash Attack, gain 1 stack of Predatory Instinct. Each stack of Predatory Instinct increases the equipper's Physical DMG by 12% for 10s, stacking up to 3 times. This effect can trigger once every 0.5s and repeated triggers reset the duration. When entering combat or triggering Perfect Dodge, gain 3 stacks of Predatory Instinct. While Predatory Instinct is at maximum stacks, the equipper's Anomaly Buildup Rate increases by 40%.
A W-Engine that enhances Physical Damage and Anomaly Charge accumulation significantly boosts Jane's performance. However, its versatility is not high, so I only recommend choosing it if Jane doesn't have a signature weapon.
The Brimstone
Scorching Breath
Upon hitting an enemy with a Basic Attack, Dash Attack, or Dodge Counter, the equipper's ATK increases by 3.5% for 8s, stacking up to 8 times. This effect can trigger once every 0.5s. The duration of each stack is calculated separately.
A highly versatile Strong Attack W-Engine, often used as a substitute when there is no signature weapon. Although it doesn't increase Crit Rate or Crit DMG, its trigger conditions are simple. If you're looking to choose a permanent W-Engine, this one is highly recommended.
▍Conclusion
That's all the recommendations I have for you, and I hope they help all the Proxies out there. As you can see, the team compositions for these characters really rely on the excellent agent Rina. Don't worry, she will be reissued in Version 2.5, so be sure not to miss her this time!
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