Nekomiya ManaBuild Guide (v3.2)
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
character_name Best Builds
Nekomata DPS Build
Maximizes damage through rapid Basic Attacks and Dodge Counters, keeping the Puffer Electro 4-piece ATK buff active. Woodpecker Electro's bonus also boosts EX Special Attack damage, adding more sustained DPS.
Drive Disc Build
Drive Main Stats
Drive Substats
character_name Best Teams and Bangboo
Nekomata F2P Team
Nekomata acts as the main DPS. Anby inflicts Daze and can apply Shock, while Nicole lowers enemy DEF and groups foes together. All Core Passives are active.
Nekomata Premium Team
Nekomata stays as the primary DPS. Dialyn helps Nekomata trigger her Ultimate more often for burst damage, while Sunna supplies buffs and extra instances of Physical DMG.
character_name Skill Priority
| Skill | Priority | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
 special attack | Good burst and safety, but contributes the least to her overall DPS rotation; leave for last. | |
 assist | Triggers a decent hit with her passive, but its damage is irregular; give it lower priority. | |
 chain attack | Chain Attack and Ultimate are strong burst tools; level them after the reliable damage skills. | |
 core skill | Amplifies the DMG buff from Dodge Counter and Quick Assist; max it once your main attacks are maxed. | |
 dodge | Dodge Counter procs her best passive and hits hard; upgrade right after Basic Attack. | |
 basic attack | Primary consistent damage source and the core of her combos; invest here before anything else. |
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 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
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
B
Cat & Mouse
C
Curious Left Tail
D
Sharpen Claws
E
Lucky Right Tail
F
Predator Lineage
skins
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 > core skill > dodge > basic attack.
What are the best teams for Nekomiya Mana?
Some of the best teams for Nekomiya Mana are Nekomata F2P Team, Nekomata Premium Team.