Nekomiya ManaBuild Guide (v3.3)
Find the best builds and teams for Nekomiya Mana in Zenless Zone Zero, including recommended W-Engines, Drive Discs, and team compositions.
Rarity: 
Rank
Element: Honed Edge
House: Cunning Hares
Type: Attack
Nekomiya Mana Best Builds
Nekomata DPS Build
Nekomata maximizes damage through frequent Basic Attack and Dodge Counter use. Puffer Electro sustains the ATK buff; Woodpecker Electro adds EX Special Attack damage.
Drive Disc Build
Drive Main Stats
Drive Substats
Nekomiya Mana Best Teams and Bangboo
Nekomata F2P Team
Nekomata leads; Anby adds Shock/Daze, while Nicole applies DEF shred.
Nekomata Premium Team
Dialyn improves Ultimate uptime; Sunna adds extra Physical DMG instances.
Nekomiya Mana Skill Priority
| Skill | Priority | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
 special attack | Special Attack deals notable damage but is lower priority than other skill options. | |
 assist | Assist deals damage and boosts ATK via Core Passive, but lower priority than key damage skills. | |
 chain attack | Chain Attack and Ultimate deal burst DMG. Max after key skills for optimal rotation. | |
 dodge | Dodge Counter deals damage as a damage source. Max after Basic Attack for consistent damage priority. | |
 basic attack | Basic Attacks provide consistent DMG output. Max first for reliable damage flow. | |
 core skill | Core Passive boosts DMG when Dodge Counter or Quick Assist lands. Max for significant DMG scaling. |
NekomataSkills
Basic Attack
Kitty Slash
Press 
to activate:
Unleashes up to 5 slashes, dealing Physical DMG.
On the last hit, there is a 33.33% chance to repeat this hit 3 times.
Basic Attack
Kitty Slash
Press to activate:
Unleashes up to five slashes, dealing Physical DMG.
When the final slash lands on a Stunned enemy, it repeats three additional times.
Basic Attack
Crimson Blade
Hold during the first 3 hits of Nekomata's Basic Attack to activate:
Slashes enemies in front and passes through them, dealing Physical DMG.
Upon activation, there is a 33.33% chance to repeat this attack 3 times.
Basic Attack
Crimson Blade
Hold during the first three hits of Nekomata's Basic Attack to activate:
Slashes enemies in front and passes through them, dealing Physical DMG.
If this skill hits a Stunned enemy, it repeats three additional times.
Special Attack
Surprise Attack
Press 
to activate:
Unleashes a downward strike, dealing Physical DMG.
Anti-Interrupt level is increased while using this skill.
Special Attack
Surprise Attack
Press to activate:
Unleashes a downward strike, dealing Physical DMG.
Anti-Interrupt level is increased while using this skill.
This skill's pursuit effect is enhanced.
EX Special Attack
Super Surprise Attack!
With enough Energy, press to activate:
Unleashes a powerful falling slash that deals massive Physical DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
EX Special Attack
Super Surprise Attack!
With enough Energy, press to activate:
Unleashes a powerful falling slash, dealing massive Physical DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
This skill's pursuit effect is enhanced.
Dodge
Can't Touch Me-ow~
Press 
to activate:
A quick dash dodge.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Dodge
Disappearing Tail
With at least 40 <Term:1000024></Term> and after triggering a Perfect Dodge, press and consume 30 Purr Energy to activate:
Nekomata enters Vital View and swiftly moves behind the enemy.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill. This skill does not consume dodge uses.
Dash Attack
Over Here!
Press during a dodge to activate:
Slashes enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG.
Dodge Counter
Phantom Claws
Press during a Perfect Dodge to activate:
Slashes enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Dodge Counter
Fluffy Piercing Claw
Press after using Dodge: Disappearing Tail, or hold with at least 40 <Term:1000024></Term> to activate:
Unleashes a powerful slash at enemies in a large area ahead, dealing massive Physical DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Chain Attack
Claw Swipe
When a Chain Attack is triggered, select the character to activate:
Unleashes a powerful slash at enemies ahead in a large area, dealing massive Physical DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Ultimate
Claw Smash
When Decibel Rating is at Maximum, press 
to activate:
Unleashes powerful slashes at enemies ahead in a large area, dealing massive Physical DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Quick Assist
Cat's Paw
When the active character is launched, press 
to activate:
Slashes enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Defensive Assist
Desperate Defense
When the character on field 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
Shadow Strike
Press after a Defensive Assist to activate:
Charge and slash enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Nekomata Talents
A
Bird Hunter
When Nekomata hits an enemy from behind, she ignores 16% of her target's Physical RES. If the enemy is Stunned, all Nekomata's attacks against them are considered back attacks.
B
Cat & Mouse
When there's only one enemy on the field and Nekomata is in combat, her Energy Generation Rate is increased by 25%.
C
Curious Left Tail
Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2
D
Sharpen Claws
When Nekomata uses her EX Special Attack, her CRIT Rate increases by 7% for 15s, stacking up to 2 times, with each stack's duration being calculated separately.
E
Lucky Right Tail
Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2
F
Predator Lineage
When Nekomata launches a Chain Attack or uses her Ultimate, her CRIT DMG increases by 18%, stacking up to 3 times. The effect expires when she's no longer in-combat. This effect gains maximum stacks immediately on defeating an enemy.
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Nekomata: Cat's Gratitude
A lost cat doesn't know where to go — only that it has to keep moving.
She wandered through the vast streets of New Eridu, her thin clothes offering no protection from the elements, until a tiny odd-job agency finally took her in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best W-Engine for Nekomiya Mana?
The best W-Engine for Nekomiya Mana is Steel Cushion.
What are the best Drive Discs for Nekomiya Mana?
The best Drive Disc set for Nekomiya Mana is puffer_electro (4pc) + woodpecker_electro (2pc).
What are the best main stats for Nekomiya Mana?
The best Drive Disc main stats for Nekomiya Mana are CRIT Rate, Physical DMG Bonus, ATK.
What is the skill upgrade priority for Nekomiya Mana?
Upgrade Nekomiya Mana's skills in this order: special attack > assist > chain attack > dodge > basic attack > core skill.
What are the best teams for Nekomiya Mana?
Some of the best teams for Nekomiya Mana are Nekomata F2P Team, Nekomata Premium Team.