Tier List and Best Characters (v3.1)
This Tier List of the crossplatform game Zenless Zone Zero categorizes the characters of the game into different tiers based on their performance in the game. The characters are assessed based on their performance in the core game content of the game – Shiyu Defense.
Tier 0
Tier 1+
Tier 4
Explanation
RemielleRemielle is an extremely flexible agent thanks to the Lumiflux attribute's ability to swap to other attributes. She is easy to use while still dealing a great amount of damage.
Ye ShunguangYe Shunguang is a top-tier Attack Agent who dishes out a ton of damage during her Enlightened Mind state. Her innate CRIT Rate makes her one of the easiest DPS units to build.
YixuanYixuan is a powerful Rupture agent who can deal Sheer Force DMG that ignores enemy DEF. Although technical to use, she can dish out a lot of DMG with her Special Attack and Ultimate when used correctly.
MiyabiMiyabi is a very powerful Anomaly unit who can deal massive damage with Frostburn and Basic Attack - Shimotsuki. She gains a huge damage boost when equipped with the Hailstorm Shrine W-Engine.
Astra YaoAstra is an excellent and versatile Support character who provides ATK and DMG buffs. She can let other units use their Chain Attacks as Assists, and her Ultimate restores HP.
YuzuhaYuzuha is an amazing Support unit who buffs the party's ATK, Anomaly DMG, and Anomaly Buildup Rate. She is the best Support unit for Anomaly teams.
SunnaSunna is an excellent Support Agent who increases teammate damage by inflicting Cat's Gaze on enemies. Activating her Ether Veil also enhances the squad's ATK.
LuciaLucia is an Ether Support unit who provides several buffs to increase team damage. She can also trigger Aftershocks and provide healing.
DialynDialyn is a powerful Stun Agent capable of boosting Attack and Rupture DMG. She can trigger a Chain Attack that turns into an Ultimate.
Ju FufuJu Fufu is a highly capable off-field Stun agent who not only stuns enemies but also buffs the team's CRIT DMG, Chain ATK, and Ultimate. She can increase the whole team's decibels by 1000 while refunding 300 to Attack or Rupture agents when they use their Ultimate.
NormaNorma is a great Stun unit who consistently applies Daze from off-field and enables teammates by triggering extra Chain Attacks.
Nangong YuNangong Yu is a great Stun Agent for enhancing Anomaly teams. She can trigger additional instances of Abloom and Disorder while enhancing their effects during Stun windows.
VelinaVelina is an Anomaly Agent who applies debuffs to enemies, enabling her teammates to deal more damage.
TriggerTrigger is an off-field, long-ranged Stun unit who uses Aftershocks to inflict Daze. Her sniping ability lets her stun enemies from afar.
PromeiaPromeia is an excellent Anomaly unit who deals damage through Abloom. Triggering Abloom grants her additional Decibels, making her more efficient at launching her Ultimate.
ZhaoZhao is a great and versatile Defense unit who provides ATK and DMG buffs to all party members with her Ether Veil. She can also heal through her Special Attack.
EvelynEvelyn is a powerful Attack unit who specializes in dealing heavy DMG with her Chain Attacks. Her kit is great for grouping mobs and taking down bosses.
VivianVivian is an off-field Ether Anomaly unit who can increase Disorder DMG with Abloom. She shines on teams with a second Anomaly unit.
SigridSigrid is an Attack Agent capable of tremendous burst damage with her Enhanced Basic Attack.
SeedSeed is an Attack unit who can also act as support for other Attack units. Her Basic Attack DMG is powerful, and enemies will have a hard time interrupting her when she attacks.
AriaAria is a highly capable Ether Anomaly main DPS. As long as she has Fandom Power, she can pummel enemies with her Perfect Pitch Attack.
AliceAlice is an Anomaly unit who can frequently trigger Assault and increase Disorder damage. She can even trigger Disorder with other Physical units.
YidhariYidhari is a powerful Ice Rupture DPS capable of dealing high damage when her HP is below 50%. Thanks to her Ether Veil mechanic, she can also use her Ultimate more often.
Soldier 0 - AnbySoldier 0 Anby is a powerful Attack unit who stacks White Thunder on enemies to deal high Aftershock DMG. She is best played on-field for the most part.
Starlight - BillyStarlight Billy is a powerful Physical Rupture DPS capable of massive Sheer Physical DMG when his HP is below 50%.
JaneJane is a highly mobile Anomaly unit who deals a lot of damage through Assault. She works well on an Assault-centric team or with another Anomaly unit of a different element to trigger Disorder.
BanyueBanyue is a formidable Fire Rupture DPS who can gain Wrathful Fires to enter the Visage of Wrath state for a damage boost and execute various combos.
YanagiYanagi is an Anomaly unit who increases Disorder DMG dealt by all squad members. She works especially well with other Anomaly units of a different attribute.
PyroisPyrois is a versatile Attack Agent with access to multiple Ultimates, allowing you to choose the right one for different situations.
CissiaCissia is a solid Attack unit with great support utility. In addition to dealing damage, she provides CRIT buffs and lets Electric DMG ignore enemy DEF.
Orphie & MagusOrphie and Magus is a Fire Attack unit highly capable of dealing off-field damage. Her EX Special Attack: Heat Charge inflicts great damage while triggering Zeroed In Stage, which buffs her team's ATK and ignores enemy DEF.
LighterLighter is a Stun character who inflicts a ton of Daze and provides Fire and Ice DMG buffs to the party. He is best used on Fire and Ice teams.
HugoHugo is an Attack unit who excels at dealing increased damage to stunned enemies.
BurniceBurnice is an Anomaly unit who specializes in Burning enemies. She can inflict Burn and provide off-field DMG with Afterburn.
EllenEllen is a strong Attack unit with high mobility and strong Normal Attack damage. Her Ultimate is very powerful and effective against any enemy regardless of size.
ManatoManato is a strong A-Rank Rupture unit who can sacrifice HP for more damage. His Defensive Assist can transition into his Special Attack for a barrage of hits.
QingyiQingyi is a great Stun unit who deals a lot of Daze with her Basic Attacks, and her Subjugation increases the Stun multiplier. She is very versatile and fits on any team with an Attack unit.
Zhu YuanZhu Yuan is a powerful Attack unit who deals heavy ranged damage with her Enhanced Shotshells via Basic Attacks. Her attacks get especially stronger when hitting stunned enemies, so she's best paired with a Stun unit.
HarumasaHarumasa is a strong, mobile Attack character who excels at dealing damage at any range. He deals more damage to enemies that are either stunned or affected with Attribute Anomalies.
LycaonLycaon is a powerful Stun unit specializing in tons of Daze with his Basic Attacks. He works well on any team as their Stun unit, but excels on Ice teams thanks to his Ice RES shred.
NicoleNicole is a free Support unit who can gather enemies with her EX Special Attack and reduce DEF with her enhanced Basic Attacks and Dash Attacks. She is very useful against small enemies but may struggle against heavier ones.
LucyLucy is a decent Support unit who deals off-field damage with her guard boar summons. Her Guard Boars can provide ATK buffs to the party after triggering an explosion.
PulchraPulchra is an off-field Stun unit who uses Aftershocks to inflict Daze. She can also increase Aftershock DMG, and all types of DMG at M6.
SoukakuSoukaku is a versatile Support unit who strengthens other units with her ATK buff. She is especially useful in Ice-centric teams thanks to her Ice DMG buffs and strong Freezing capability.
Pan YinhuPan Yinhu is a Defense unit who can buff Sheer Force for Rupture Agents. He can also provide healing through his Ultimate.
CaesarCaesar is a Defense unit who provides a strong shield to the party and can Stun enemies well thanks to her high Impact. Her shield also provides an ATK buff, making her a great all-around support.
NekomataNekomata is a strong AoE Attack unit with quick attacks and high mobility. She excels against multiple weak enemies and can easily take them down with her Dodge Counter and Ultimate.
Soldier 11Soldier 11 is a solid Fire Attack unit who is easy to use and can deal a lot of damage, especially against stunned enemies. Activating Fire Suppression through her EX Special Attack or Chain Attack increases her Basic Attack and Dash Attack DMG.
GraceGrace is a strong, mobile Anomaly unit who specializes in dealing damage through Shock. Enemies affected with Shock can take damage even when Grace isn't active, making her a great partner for an Attack unit to maximize damage.
PiperPiper is an Anomaly unit who can increase her own Anomaly Buildup with her EX Special Attack and Ultimate. Once she accumulates enough Power stacks, she can increase the party's DMG, though building them can be tedious.
RinaRina is an excellent Support unit who increases the team's PEN Ratio, a stat that ignores enemy DEF. While best used in Shock-centric teams, her buffs are versatile enough for other teams.
KoledaKoleda is a great Stun unit who deals a lot of Daze DMG and increases the party's Chain Attack DMG against stunned enemies. She becomes a lot stronger if Ben is on the team.
SethSeth is a Defense unit who can provide shields to the party. Shielded characters receive an Anomaly Proficiency buff, making him a great support for Anomaly teams.
AnbyAnby is a free Stun unit who can deal a ton of Daze damage with her Special Attack. To dish out the maximum amount of Daze, use her Special Attack after the third hit of her Basic Attack.
AntonAnton is a strong A-Rank Attack unit who delivers multiple hits with his Basic Attacks during Burst Mode. He deals extra damage to enemies affected with Shock.
CorinCorin is an Attack unit who deals a ton of damage against stunned enemies. She is best used on single targets due to her lack of AoE, but her multi-hit single-target attacks make her a viable DPS against harder bosses.
BenBen is a Defense unit who provides shields with his EX Special Attack. Although his slow attack speed is underwhelming, he can help you survive tough boss fights and is especially useful on teams with Koleda.
BillyBilly is a free Attack unit who can deal decent damage at a distance. To maximize damage, he must rely on Crouching Shot, which limits him to attacking one target while stationary, posing a significant risk when fighting multiple enemies.