Zhu YuanBuild Guide (v3.2)
Find the best builds and teams for Zhu Yuan in Zenless Zone Zero, including recommended W-Engines, Drive Discs, and team compositions.
Rarity: 
Rank
Element: Auric Ink
House: New Eridu Public Security
Type: Attack
character_name Best Builds
Zhu Yuan DPS Build
Prioritizes Zhu Yuan's Enhanced Normal Attack burst windows. Since Core Skill grants a large CRIT Rate bonus, invest in CRIT DMG on disc 4. The 4-pc Dawn's Bloom boosts Shellshot damage after Stun, while 2-pc Woodpecker Electro provides additional CRIT Rate.
Drive Disc Build
Drive Main Stats
Drive Substats
character_name Best Teams and Bangboo
Zhu Yuan F2P Team
Budget team that reliably applies Corruption to boost Zhu Yuan's damage. Nicole's DEF shred and grouping keep enemies set up while Anby builds Daze.
Zhu Yuan Ether Team
Premium Ether-adjacent setup: Qingyi raises the Stun Multiplier, Astra Yao sustains and buffs, then Zhu Yuan punishes the Stun window.
Zhu Yuan Generalist Team
Flexible premium-style lineup built around one Stun and one Support. Lycaon builds Daze and shreds enemy resistances, while Rina amplifies Zhu Yuan's damage.
character_name Skill Priority
| Skill | Priority | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
 assist | Only adds some Daze and support utility, so leave it for last. | |
 special attack | Improves EX Special Attack burst and Enhanced Shotshells generation; level after Basic Attack and Dodge. | |
 chain attack | High-burst Ultimate and Chain Attack damage justifies leveling after your main rotation. | |
 core skill | Increases DMG against Stunned enemies; maxing it makes Stun windows far more punishing. | |
 basic attack | Suppressive Mode attacks consume Enhanced Shotshells for the bulk of her damage, so max it. | |
 dodge | Dash Attack can fire Enhanced Shotshells, giving another high-damage trigger after Basic Attack. |
Zhu YuanSkills
Basic Attack
Don't Move!
[Assault Mode]
Press 
to activate.
Unleash a flurry of martial arts, bullets, and Ether Buckshots in a series of up to 5 attacks, dealing Physical DMG and Ether DMG.
When the 4th or 5th hit strikes an enemy, obtain 1 Enhanced Shotshell per hit. A max of 1 can be obtained per activation of this Basic Attack.
While using this skill, drag the and press to activate Dash Attack: Firepower Offensive and readjust to face the selected direction.
While under Assault Mode, hold to switch to Suppressive Mode.
Basic Attack
Please Do Not Resist
[Suppressive Mode]
Hold to activate:
Unleash up to 3 Shotshell piercing attacks, dealing Physical DMG. If Zhu Yuan has Enhanced Shotshells upon firing, 1 Enhanced Shotshell will be consumed, dealing massive Ether DMG.
While using this skill, drag the to activate her Dash Attack: Overwhelming Firepower and readjust to face the selected direction.
While in Suppressive Mode, release to return to Assault Mode.
Special Attack
Buckshot Blast
Press 
to activate:
Shoots Ether Buckshots that deal Ether DMG. This can be repeated 3 times by repeatedly pressing .
Anti-Interrupt level is increased while using this skill.
EX Special Attack
Full Barrage
With enough Energy, press to activate:
Shoots a series of Ether Buckshots, that explode and deal massive Ether DMG.
Upon activation, gain 3 Enhanced Shotshells.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Dodge
Tactical Detour
Press 
to activate:
A quick dash dodge.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Dash Attack
Firepower Offensive
Assault Mode
Press during a dodge to activate:
Uses handgun to attack, dealing Ether DMG.
Dash Attack
Overwhelming Firepower
Suppressive Mode
Drag the during Basic Attack: Please Do Not Resist to activate:
Unleashes a Shotshell piercing attack, dealing Physical DMG. If Zhu Yuan has Enhanced Shotshells when firing, 1 Enhanced Shotshell will be consumed, dealing massive Ether DMG.
Dodge Counter
Fire Blast
Press during a Perfect Dodge to activate.
Shoots enemies in front with an Ether Buckshot, dealing Ether DMG.
Gain 1 Enhanced Shotshell on skill use.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Chain Attack
Eradication Mode
When a Chain Attack is triggered, select the character to activate:
Uses Modified Master Firearm to execute a saturated attack, firing lasers and seeking missiles to deal massive Ether DMG.
Upon activation, gain 3 Enhanced Shotshells.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Ultimate
Max Eradication Mode
When Decibel Rating is at Maximum, press 
to activate:
Uses Modified Master Firearm to execute a saturated attack, firing lasers and seeking missiles to deal massive Ether DMG.
Upon activation, gain 3 Enhanced Shotshells.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Quick Assist
Covering Shot
When the active character is launched, press 
to activate:
Shoots enemies in front with an Ether Buckshot, dealing Ether DMG.
Gain 1 Enhanced Shotshell on skill use.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Evasive Assist
Guarded Backup
When the character on field is about to be attacked, press to activate:
Dodges the enemy's attack and activates Vital View.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Assist Follow-Up
Defensive Counter
Press after an Evasive Assist to activate:
Attack with a combination of martial arts and shotshells, dealing Physical DMG and Ether DMG.
Upon activation, gain 3 Enhanced Shotshells.
Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Zhu Yuan Talents
A
Quick Reload
B
Ether Ember
C
Public Security Special Training
D
Ether Perforation
E
Special Ops Experience
F
Expanded Energy Pack III
skins
Zhu Yuan: Suppressor of Evil
This high-grade anti-riot uniform from Public Security has been specially modified to suit Zhu Yuan's fighting style.
Winner of the Janus Precinct's combat tournament three years running, the young top Public Security Officer is on call 24/7, ready to arrest any criminal in her path.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best W-Engine for Zhu Yuan?
The best W-Engine for Zhu Yuan is Riot Suppressor Mark VI.
What are the best Drive Discs for Zhu Yuan?
The best Drive Disc set for Zhu Yuan is dawns_bloom (4pc) + woodpecker_electro (2pc).
What are the best main stats for Zhu Yuan?
The best Drive Disc main stats for Zhu Yuan are CRIT Rate, Ether DMG Bonus, ATK.
What is the skill upgrade priority for Zhu Yuan?
Upgrade Zhu Yuan's skills in this order: assist > special attack > chain attack > core skill > basic attack > dodge.
What are the best teams for Zhu Yuan?
Some of the best teams for Zhu Yuan are Zhu Yuan F2P Team, Zhu Yuan Ether Team, Zhu Yuan Generalist Team.