LighterBuild Guide (v3.2)
Find the best builds and teams for Lighter in Zenless Zone Zero, including recommended W-Engines, Drive Discs, and team compositions.
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Rank
Element: Fire
House: Sons of Calydon
Type: Stun
character_name Best Builds
Lighter Stun Build
Lighter maximizes Daze output to trigger Stun windows rapidly. Disc 6 Impact boosts stunning even against tanky elites, and the Fire DMG option on disc 5 raises his field burst.
Best W-Engines
Drive Disc Build
Drive Main Stats
Drive Substats
character_name Best Teams and Bangboo
Lighter F2P Team
Pairs Lighter with an Attack agent to trigger his Additional Ability, forming a straightforward CRIT DPS squad. Nicole shreds enemy DEF, while Billy capitalizes on the Stun window Lighter creates.
Lighter Fire Team
Lighter provides a Fire DMG buff and RES shred, making him Evelyn's best Stun partner. Astra Yao adds DMG buffs to both agents and enables more Chain Attacks.
Lighter Ice Team
Lighter also boosts Ice DMG, so he fits perfectly alongside Ellen. Soukaku's buffs stack with Lighter's RES shred to push Ellen's DPS even higher.
Lighter Anomaly Team
Lighter works with Anomaly units that deal Fire or Ice DMG. He amplifies their elemental DMG and shreds enemy RES, allowing Miyabi to land heavier Disorder damage.
Lighter Double Stun Team
Hugo needs two Stun characters to unlock his full potential. Lighter and Lycaon stun enemies in tandem, while Lighter's Ice DMG buff and Ice RES shred enhance both Hugo and Lycaon.
character_name Skill Priority
| Skill | Priority | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
 dodge | Poor contribution to the kit; save for last. | |
 basic attack | Follow-ups from Special Attack and Quick Assist; increases Daze. | |
 chain attack | Upgrade Ultimate for extra DMG and Daze. | |
 assist | Always enters via Quick Assist; level with Special Attack for Daze. | |
 special attack | Key Daze source; prioritize right after Core Skill. | |
 core skill | Top priority: upgrades the Impact buff from Morale. |
LighterSkills
Basic Attack
L-Form Thundering Fist
Press or hold 
to activate:
Perform up to five forward strikes, dealing Physical DMG and Fire DMG.
During the 3rd hit of the Basic Attack, drag the , and repeatedly press or hold to unleash a series of melee follow-up attacks. Release the to follow up with the 4th hit of the Basic Attack.
While performing the startup light punch in the 5th hit of the Basic Attack, drag the and repeatedly press or hold to keep alternating between the light punch and 4th hit of the Basic Attack. Release the to follow up with the subsequent jab combo.
Continue repeatedly pressing or holding to extend the duration of the jab combo.
When you stop pressing or holding , or when the combo reaches its maximum duration, launches a Finishing Move forward. Lighter is invulnerable during the Finishing Move.
During the 5th hit of the Basic Attack, Lighter takes 40% less DMG.
While in the Morale Burst state, Anti-Interrupt Level is increased during the 5th hit of his Basic Attack, and the DMG reduction effect is increased to 80%.
Special Attack
V-Form Sunrise Uppercut
Press 
to activate:
Strikes enemies in front with an uppercut, dealing Fire DMG.
Anti-Interrupt level is increased while using this skill.
Press during a shuffle dodge to activate:
Strike forward with a series of punches, dealing Fire DMG.
This skill will not interrupt the combo count for Basic Attacks.
Anti-Interrupt level is increased while using this skill.
EX Special Attack
V-Form Sunrise Uppercut - Full Distance
With enough Energy, press to activate:
Strikes enemies in front with a powerful uppercut, leaping into the air and dealing massive Fire DMG.
During the move, press again to spend additional Energy to perform a powerful follow-up attack, dealing massive Fire DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill
After using the move, press or hold to transition to the 4th hit of the Basic Attack.
During the shuffle dodge, with enough Energy, press to activate:
Perform a powerful combo punch forward, dealing massive Fire DMG. Using this skill will not break the combo count for Basic Attacks.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
After the attack, press or hold to immediately transition into the 5th hit of the Basic Attack.
Dodge
Shadowed Slide
Press 
to activate:
A quick dash dodge.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Press while the character is attacking to activate:
Perform a quick shuffle dodge in the direction of the .
This skill will not interrupt the combo count for Basic Attacks.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Dash Attack
Charging Slam
Press during a dodge to activate:
Rapidly strikes enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG.
Dodge Counter
Blazing Flash
Press during a Perfect Dodge to activate:
Strike enemies in front, dealing Fire DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
After using the skill, press or hold to immediately follow up with the 5th hit of the Basic Attack.
Chain Attack
V-Form Scorching Sun
When a Chain Attack is triggered, select the character to activate:
Unleashes a powerful strike at enemies in front in a small area, dealing massive Fire DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Ultimate
W-Form Crowned Inferno
When Decibel Rating is at Maximum, press 
to activate:
Unleashes a powerful strike in a large area around, dealing massive Fire DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Quick Assist
Blazing Flash - Guard
When the active character is launched, press 
to activate:
Strike enemies in front, dealing Fire DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
After using the skill, press or hold to immediately follow up with the 5th hit of the Basic Attack.
Defensive Assist
Swift Break
When the on-field character is about to be attacked, press to activate:
Parries the enemy's attack, dealing massive Daze.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Assist Follow-Up
Charging Slam - Stab
Press after a Defensive Assist to activate:
Strike enemies in front, dealing Fire DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
After using this skill, press or hold to immediately follow up with the 5th hit of the Basic Attack.
Lighter Talents
A
The Champion
B
Red Scarf
C
Mercenary Leader
D
Sunglasses
E
Decision Maker
F
Survivor
skins
Lighter: Everburn Embers
The undefeated champion never takes off his sunglasses... or his scarf. Glory stopped mattering long ago, but the countless dusks shared with his companions are still worth waiting for.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best W-Engine for Lighter?
The best W-Engine for Lighter is Blazing Laurel.
What are the best Drive Discs for Lighter?
The best Drive Disc set for Lighter is king_of_the_summit (4pc) + swing_jazz (2pc).
What are the best main stats for Lighter?
The best Drive Disc main stats for Lighter are CRIT Rate, Fire DMG Bonus, Impact.
What is the skill upgrade priority for Lighter?
Upgrade Lighter's skills in this order: dodge > basic attack > chain attack > assist > special attack > core skill.
What are the best teams for Lighter?
Some of the best teams for Lighter are Lighter F2P Team, Lighter Fire Team, Lighter Ice Team.