- Vinézyl
- Nov 26, 2025
- 29 min read
Preamble & Introduction:
Launched 26th November, the Zenless Zone Zero versiion update, version 2.4 will be featuring 2 new characters from Krampus being the Physical Stun agent Dialyn and the Fire Rupture agent Banyue and their W-Engines, reruns of Hugo and Ellen and their W-Engines, a new main quest with "On the Precipice of the Abyss", five new events, a return of the All New Program reward event for 10 Encrypted Mastertapes through the whole version and the "Eh-Nah" Into Your Lap reward event starting in the second half of the version update, and the Advanced Bounty and Data Bounty events returning.
Sections:
The New Characters:
Dialyn
Dialyn is a brand-new S-Rank Physical Stun agent who buffs Attack and Rupture agents.
She gains 60 Positive Review points at the start of battle and gains 0.6 points per second, when a heavy attack of EX Special Attack hits enemies, she gains 7.5 Positive Reviews, up to a maximum of 120 points.
With at least 90 Positive Reviews, when Dialyn triggers the Chain Attack window using Chain Attack, EX Special Attack: Get Lost!, or Quick Assist, the next character to switch in will have their Chain Attack upgraded to an Ultimate, consuming 60 points, and if the attack doesn't trigger a Chain Attack, she can consume 90 points to forcibly trigger a Chain Attack window with the next character to switch in activating their Ultimate. Each time Positive Reviews reaches 90 or an Ultimate is activated, Dialyn obtains 1 Customer Complaint. A maximum of 1 Customer Complaint can be held at a time. Use held Basic Attack to consume Customer Complaint, triggering EX Special Attack: Get Lost!
Increases her Impact by 2 for each point of Crit Rate above 50%, maxes at an increase of 100 or at 100% Crit Rate.
Cycles each EX Special Attack between Rock, then Paper, then Scissors.
When EX Special Attack: Paper! hits an enemy, it applies the Malicious Complaint effect. While under Malicious Complaint, increasing the Stun duration by 2s and Stun DMG Multiplier increases by 30%, can only trigger once per enemy.
To use her Additional Ability, she needs to be partnered with either an Attack and/or a Ruputre agent, her EX Special Attack Crit DMG increases by 50% and will deal additional DMG equal to 320% of the Attack Agent's ATK or deal additional DMG equal to 400% of the Rupture Agent's Sheer Force for Attack & Rupture respectively. Using EX Special Attack also increases all party members damage by 40% for 15s, which can be extended by 10s for up to a max of 35s.
Banners and Character Reruns:
Phase 1
Phase 2
W-Engines:
New-
Yesterday Calls:
Advanced Stat: CRIT Rate
While off-field, the equipper's Energy Regen increases by 1.5/s. When the equipper deals Physical DMG with an EX Special Attack, the Daze dealt by the equipper's attacks increases by 34.5% for 10s, stacking up to 3 times. At 3 stacks, all squad members gain 13% additional CRIT DMG for 40s. Repeated triggers reset the duration. Only one instance of this CRIT DMG boost effect can exist in the same squad.
Wrathful Vajra: N/A
Reruns-
Myriad Eclipse:
Advanced Stat: Crit Rate
Increases CRIT DMG by 45%. When using an EX Special Attack, Chain Attack, or Ultimate to deal Ice DMG, the equipper gains the Absolute Zero Death Sentence effect for 3s. While Absolute Zero Death Sentence is active, the character ignores 25% of the enemy's DEF when landing a hit.
Housekeeper:
Advanced Stat: ATK
While off-field, the equipper's Energy Regen increases by 0.45/s. When an EX Special Attack hits an enemy, the equipper's Physical DMG increases by 3%, stacking up to 15 times and lasting 1s. Repeated triggers reset the duration
Starlight Engine Replica:
Advanced Stat: ATK
Increases the equipper's Physical DMG by 36% for 8s upon hitting an enemy at least 6 meters away with a Basic Attack or Dash Attack.
Deep Sea Vistor:
Advanced Stat: Crit Rate
Increases Ice DMG by 25%. Upon hitting an enemy with a Basic Attack, the equipper's CRIT Rate increases by 10% for 8s. When dealing Ice DMG with a Dash Attack, the equipper's CRIT Rate increases by an additional 10% for 15s. The duration of each effect is calculated separately.
Bashful Demon:
Advanced Stat: ATK
Increases Ice DMG by 15%. When launching an EX Special Attack, all squad members' ATK increases by 2% for 12s, stacking up to 4 times. Retriggering refreshes duration. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.
Peacekeeper - Specialized:
Advanced Stat: ATK
While Shielded, the equipper's Energy Regen increases by 0.4/s. The Anomaly Buildup of EX Special Attacks and Assist Follow-Ups increases by 36%.
Events:
Reward Events-
Main Events-
New Quests:
Game Optimizations & Changes:
Disc Drives & Bangboo:
Guide Updates for v2.4:
Created Dialyn guide and updated Hugo, Corin, & Billy guides.
Tierlist Updates for v2.4:
Added Dialyn at T0, moved Ju Fufu & Lighter to T0.5
Official Version 2.3 Special Program Video
Transcript for Version 2.4 Special Program
So Banyue Shifu is different from what the rumors say... Not as... ahem, cold. But the intensity of the training here...
It's certainly something... Against enemies, every bit of training increases your chances of survival.
Since you have perceived the required intensity, you are now one step closer to understanding the essence of training...
Remember, persistence is key. Hahahaha... As the saying goes, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,
and a strict and great mentor makes the best students! I would not call myself a great mentor. But, since I opened a martial arts school,
I must do right by my students. Temporary pain during training is much preferred to being unable to protect yourself in a life-threatening situation.
Sweating today may be the difference between life and death when the Miasma comes creeping up in a future encounter.
Oh? Banyue Shifu, you speak as if you know quite a bit about the Miasma? ...
...Let's not dwell on the past. Please, have some tea! Thanks, but no thanks, Banyue Shifu.
After all, I'm a Bangboo~ Tea would make me rust. No matter. Then I shall leave this tea to one who is fated.
And I believe she's almost here. How considerate of you, Banyue Shifu!
I'll give you a five-star review~ Hello, Proxies! Mr. Z!
I'm a top employee of TOPS' Cross-Department Customer Service Center, Dialyn~
Hello, Proxies. I am Banyue. Huh? "Cross-Department Customer Service Center"? From what we know, isn't Dialyn Miss Zhao's—
Life is hard... Gotta have those side hustles to keep me from being eliminated~
Welcome to the Zenless Zone Zero Special Program, everyone! Hold up! That intro is my signature line!
Hello, Proxies! I'm the best intel broker in all of New Eridu, your intel buddy, Mr. Z!
Alright, let's cut to the chase! The program starts now~ Sarah, my most faithful servant... thou hast come to the very brink of my advent...
Sarah, my most faithful servant... thou hast come to the very brink of my advent... It–It's coming! R—Run! Hide! Sarah, my most faithful servant... thou hast come to the very brink of my advent... Don't kill me! No, no!
Sarah, my most faithful servant... thou hast come to the very brink of my advent... Get away! Get away! If you want to sever the connection between your sister and that sword, then the Creator is the only hope for you Get away! Get away! If you want to sever the connection between your sister and that sword, then the Creator is the only hope for you Help! Help! Save us! If you want to sever the connection between your sister and that sword, then the Creator is the only hope for you
So this is the Exaltists' Creator? Beep beep, you've reached the "Dialyn Hotline!"
Beep beep! Work orders are open! Service review in progress~
Can't get through? Try again! A complaint? Too late for that!
Hello? This is... the end for you!
Xiao'Guang, I've found a way to break the connection between you and the Qingming Sword
No matter the price I have to pay, Xiao'Guang... you will be free
I shall repay this debt... with my life! Yes! Your life is not a bargaining chip!
Go and live! Fall of five summits!
Three mountains shift! Two fists can't do what four can
Mountainous strength! I stand unyielding!
End this... hatred!
What are you waiting for, Ye Shunguang?! Draw your blade and kill me so you can save him!
Go on... hate... the monster who stood by and let death through...
Why resist? You are a part of this filth!
I would have preferred if that sword had chosen me from the start... Do what must be done. I trust you, just as you trust me
You trust me, just as I trust you Do what must be done. I trust you, just as you trust me
I am Ye Shunguang. Wielder of the Qingming Sword of Yunkui Summit—
This sword... With heaven and earth as its guide, shall cleanse all evil!
I must never forget these memories... Never...
New Main Story
Welcome back! To recap the previous story: With Krampus' help, the Phaethon siblings and their friends managed to resolve the mining crisis.
Word on the street is, the Krampus Compliance Authority is a mysterious organization under TOPS with special authority.
According to these rumors, the Judges within Krampus march to their own beat, stand out from the crowd, and play by their own rules.
And wherever they go, disaster tends to follow... Stop! What's with these secondhand rumors, dear?
Did you pick up your intel broker license off the side of the street? You can doubt my height! But you can't doubt my professionalism!
This alleyway gossip's totally outdated! Would you like the newest version with the most recent info? ...Though, I don't know much either,
being an insignificant little customer service worker~ Hm? According to my exclusive intel, you're actually a Krampus Jud— uh
Y'know, talking too much can stunt your growth~ As you all know, Krampus is TOPS' internal auditing organization,
bearing the responsibility of auditing, executing judgments, and maintaining order to keep the massive system known as TOPS moving forward on the... "correct" path.
And for those naughty kids who have done wrong, this strict, cold "mother" will send Judges to execute their judgment,
like it did for Porcelumex with all its issues before. However, the nature of judgment
isn't just punishment~ Regulations and processes are our scalpel, but with how sharp this blade is,
each judge operates with it in accordance with their own methods and standards. That is what ensures inflexible standards do not allow anyone to avoid judgment.
Porcelumex conspired with the Exaltists, monopolized the Lumite ore, and provoked conflict amongst the miners, drawing the ire of the people!
Ahem, Banyue Shifu, you've woken up from your nap? Don't be angry, I'm sure with Miss Zhao's help,
everything will get better soon. Miss Zhao's lightning-fast takeover of Porcelumex was really impressive.
Senior Zhao is indeed skilled and efficient~ Alright, enough gossip, back on track.
Let's talk about my KPI. I'm actually here today to deal with customer complaints.
Banyue Shifu, residents have complained that there have often been wailing sounds heard from your martial arts school
and it's topping the trending list of most popular urban legends on Inter-Knot. Since this martial arts school is within the bounds of TOPS' real estate area,
a poor little customer service employee — that is, me — was sent to investigate!
I can vouch for him: even though Banyue Shifu's training is strict, keeping at it is great for your body and mind!
There's absolutely nothing illegal going on here! Hold up. Let's hear what Banyue Shifu has to say about it~
Well... The best way to train is to rise with the sun and rest when it sets. It is my responsibility to motivate those who lack diligence.
Then what's with the choir every day at dusk? One customer complained that there was so much wailing, it was like some sort of twisted harmony~
Stretching after training is a boon for the body. Those who shy away from it require a firm, guiding hand.
Oho~ Is that so... You should know that no truth escapes
a hard-working employee like me. We charge no fees. If you are interested, you are free to come and participate, Miss Dialyn.
Hold up, Banyue Shifu, saying that just makes you seem even more suspicious! But Miss Dialyn,
sometimes what you "hear" at first isn't necessarily the truth! Thanks for the invitation,
but I already get my daily exercise from chasing down money-hungry idiots who make complaints
or going around being a model citizen. As for the complaints about the martial arts school...
I'll investigate your special training and make my own judgment. For a top-tier customer service employee, one must remember: all complaints are important, but the KPI is the most important.
Looks like you really value this customer service job of yours, but I can't help being curious... I heard... ahem, about Miss Dialyn's actual organization,
that each member has their own "gauge." So, Miss Dialyn, what's your "gauge"?
That's info for VIPs only. You'll have to pay extra for it~ I'll leave this "truth"
for our VVIP Proxies to discover for themselves. Hmph, It's not like I'm curious or anything!
Come to think of it, during the Miasma town crisis, the Phaethon siblings caught a glimpse of
Senior Ye Shiyuan and Sarah in Yidhari's illusion. Why would Yunkui Summit's most senior disciple be with the Exaltists?
Don't tell me... he's a traitor? A-Yuan has always been steady and reliable.
He must have his reasons. It's best not to make assumptions. Very impartial of you, Banyue Shifu.
I wonder if the others would agree? ...I hear Ye Shiyuan's darling sister, Ye Shunguang
has finished her secluded training and left the mountain to go exploring.
I wonder when she'll find out about Ye Shiyuan? Xiao'Guang has... left the mountain?!
Oh? Seems like Banyue Shifu is quite familiar with the two siblings? ...Xiao'Guang and A-Yuan's parents perished in a Miasma disaster ten years ago...
Back then, Yunkui Summit opened its doors and adopted many orphans, with Xiao'Guang and A-Yuan among them.
Then... not long after... Xiao'Guang became the new master of the Qingming Sword.
Really? Ye Shunguang must have been very young back then, and Yunkui Summit entrusted her with something that important? That's some crazy talent!
Speaking of... It's no secret that the previous masters of the Qingming Sword...
all met terrible ends. According to intel from Inter-Knot, overusing the Qingming Sword will corrupt the wielder's memories and senses, even their lifeforce...
The previous master was Yixuan Shifu's sister, Yijiang Shifu... Such a heavy past... To stop this cycle of misfortune,
Yixuan Shifu created a special sword case and placed upon it a seal. So long as she does not open the sword case and use the Qingming Sword's core power,
the repercussions will be negated, and Xiao'Guang will remain safe. So it seems
not only did the Miasma steal their childhood from them, it also resulted in Ye Shunguang inheriting the Qingming Sword.
Yes, the Exaltist worship of the Creator is closely linked to the Hollow and Miasma
and Sarah is a core member of the Exaltists. I can't think of any logical reason Master Ye Shiyuan would ever work with the likes of her.
The most important thing right now is to find A-Yuan and figure out what's going on. Recently, the Miasma in Lemnian Hollow has been receding
and the old mining site that was swallowed by Miasma ten years ago has been revealed once more to the people.
But, with citizens letting their guard down against the Miasma, they get themselves into danger rushing in to explore...
Recently, I've saved many disciples and residents who have gotten into trouble there. If something's going on, perhaps there are clues in that area.
I feel so safe with Banyue Shifu around! The old mining site... There might be some tough challenges over there~
You mean tough Ethereals? Indeed. I've also felt an odd presence there.
If we plan to continue, we must do so with caution. It seems we can only wait and see to find out Master Ye Shiyuan's whereabouts
and if Ye Shunguang will embark on a journey in search of her brother. As for whether Dialyn has ulterior motives for this journey, and what secrets Banyue Shifu might be keeping—
Let's dive into the new story chapter "On the Precipice of the Abyss" and find out together~
Let me tell you all another secret: At the end of the show, a mystery guest will make an appearance,
to talk with everyone about the story, don't miss out~ cough cough... Also~ more information about Banyue and Dialyn will be released on the official channels soon,
Dialyn Character Intro
so stay tuned to our official social media~ As a... ahem, "supposed" Krampus Judge,
Miss Dialyn's combat prowess is not to be underestimated. Compared to facing enemies head-on, I prefer to call in some friends!
Let's check out the frontline intel!
As an S-Rank Physical Stun Agent, when Dialyn is on the battlefield, she has two unique resources: Customer Complaints and Positive Reviews.
While Dialyn has a Customer Complaint point, hold the Basic Attack button to unleash Get Lost!
If Miss Dialyn uses "Get Lost!" to trigger a Chain Attack, or summon squadmates during a Chain Attack,
the next squadmate will enter the battlefield with their Ultimate! The cost is a certain number of Miss Dialyn's Positive Reviews.
If "Get Lost!" fails to trigger a Chain Attack, then it consumes more Positive Reviews
and your next squadmate still uses their Ultimate when they enter the battlefield! If you think it's good value for the money, please leave us a five-star review!
Mhm~ If you team up with a Rupture or Attack Agent, you can also increase the damage of some of Miss Dialyn's skills.
After all, having backup is an element of strength~ Additionally, Dialyn's EX Special Attack will appear in three forms: rock, paper, and scissors in sequence.
Upon hitting enemies, Dialyn will accumulate a certain amount of Positive Reviews, and grant the Overwhelmingly Positive effect to the whole squad, increasing their DMG.
When enemies are hit by Paper skills, they will be inflicted with the Malicious Complaint effect,
extending their Stun duration and increasing the Stun DMG Multiplier until the enemy recovers from Stun.
Also, the stats of Attack and Rupture teammates can provide additional DMG boosts to Dialyn's EX Special Attacks: Rock, Paper, and Scissors.
Check out how it looks in combat~ In combat, use EX Special Attack first to quickly stun enemies while racking up Positive Reviews
and inflicting the Malicious Complaint status on enemies. Then call your teammates in to use their Ultimates, doing burst damage.
Overall, Miss Dialyn not only has excellent stunning capabilities, but she's also skilled at summoning teammates to unleash their Ultimates.
With both Stun and damage boost abilities, Miss Dialyn's skills are as impressive as her second identity...
Oho? What was that? Beep... Beep... You have disconnected from the call.
Thank you for using our service. Remember to give a five-star review~ Taking in disciples to teach and purging evil...
Banyue Character Intro
I bet Banyue Shifu is also super strong, right? I've already experienced Banyue Shifu's fists firsthand. Let me show you all how he does it.
As an S-Rank Fire Rupture Agent, Master Banyue has mastered various martial arts
to create a devastating combo. If you can master it and chain his moves, you can unleash powerful and flashy skills with a high skill ceiling.
Banyue Shifu has multiple sets of skills. With sufficient Adrenaline, you can create different combinations by pressing the Basic Attack button for light attacks and the Special Attack button for heavy attacks,
chaining different skills freely during combat. In addition, each skill has its own special Perfect Cancel moment.
If you can input the command for the next move precisely at this moment, then you can launch the next attack at a faster speed.
If an enemy attacks during that... will it break the combo? Don't worry~ Steady as a mountain, Master Banyue enters an invulnerable state
while performing his EX Special Attack. After a Dodge Counter or Assist Follow-Up, you can hold the Basic Attack or Special Attack button to quickly unleash his next move.
Even if you drop your combo, you can still use Immovable Mountain to perfectly block your opponent.
Things come as they do naturally. If one wishes to fight as the mind desires, they must practice diligently.
When Wrathful Fire is fully charged, hold Basic Attack to activate Visage of Wrath,
and Banyue Shifu will enter the Four-Armed Vajra Form! Wrathful Fires?
Yes, when consuming Adrenaline, blocking, or parrying enemies, I recover Wrathful Fires.
In the Visage of Wrath state, Banyue Shifu's entire body will be engulfed in flames,
and he'll become a Four-Armed Vajra. During this, by holding the Special Attack button,
you can unleash four different skills with a single tap and finish with Toppling Mountain!
However, if you manage to manually execute the skill, I'll gain a stack of Vidyaraja,
which boosts my damage. In this state, it also becomes easier for me to perform quick attacks compared to the normal state.
So... what's Toppling Mountain? Upon entering the Visage of Wrath state, hold the Basic Attack button
and Banyue Shifu will unleash Toppling Mountain, crushing enemies between massive boulders.
If you can manually execute different EX Special Attacks before unleashing Toppling Mountain,
then he can unleash an additional attack, launching his prayer beads at the enemy.
Oh, then that means... Banyue Shifu truly has the potential to become an elite hired thu— I mean, hired hand.
In combat, Banyue Shifu will serve as the main attacker, continuously fighting on the frontline.
By effectively managing his Adrenaline and Wrathful Fires (*correction), you can unleash endless chains of attacks, keeping the enemy under constant pressure.
Teammates who can provide support from off-field or by switching in quickly will typically become Banyue Shifu's go-to options.
As expected of Banyue Shifu. Each punch hits its mark with unparalleled power.
How strong~ So scary~ Accidents can easily happen in a fight, so it's important to scale your power for each battle.
As a Shifu, I have a duty to my disciples and therefore must set a good example for them.
As a renowned auditing organization, I wonder what a Bangboo from Krampus Compliance Authority is like...
I guess you can say that guy's got something to do with auditing, too. Birkblick has a massive multi-use component installed on its head
that can be used as a laser-sensor cannon in battle. When the scanner senses a target, it will use floating turrets to attack enemies.
Upon triggering a Chain Attack, it will fire even stronger lasers. It's a real all-in-one inspection and combat package.
If there are at least two Krampus members in the squad, Birkblick will deal even more Daze.
It's a pretty amazing helper~ Besides Krampus' little Bangboo, Bild N. Boolok will also be joining the battlefield in this update.
In combat, it swings a building block hammer, brutally smashing enemies and unleashing Block Spikes.
When there's a Support character in your squad, not only does its Active Skill damage increase, but it also unleashes more spikes.
It's worth noting that Proxies can obtain Bild N. Boolok for free in a future event~
Signal Search Info
Now, let's go over the Signal Search info for Version 2.4! In the first half of Version 2.4, Proxies can obtain the limited S-Rank Agent Dialyn and the S-Rank W-Engine Yesterday Calls
through the Exclusive Channel "Voice of the Once-Spoken" and W-Engine Channel "Dissonant Sonata."
Ring ring~ Your top-tier customer service is here! Meanwhile, S-Rank Agent Hugo and the S-Rank W-Engine "Myriad Eclipse" will rerun,
available through the Exclusive Channel "As Yesterday Dies" and W-Engine Channel "Vibrant Resonance."
In the latter half of the update, Proxies can obtain S-Rank Agent Banyue and S-Rank W-Engine Wrathful Vajra via the Exclusive Channel "Through Night's Inferno" and W-Engine Channel "Dazzling Choir".
Whatever you seek, I will devote myself wholeheartedly. Also, Ellen from Victoria Housekeeping will be making another appearance in the latter half of the update.
Proxies can obtain her through the Exclusive Channel "Mellow Waveride" along with her signature W-Engine via the W-Engine Channel, "Dazzling Melody."
Birkblick, the elite observer from the Krampus Compliance Authority, will be joining us too~
Proxies can select Birkblick as the rate up Bangboo in the Bangboo Channel. If he doesn't behave,
we also provide a free maintenance service~ New Agent avatars and Trust Events will unlock after Proxies have contracted the corresponding Agents.
What interesting daily encounters await with these two Agents? Proxies can invite them and see!
After building trust, you'll also unlock the corresponding Agent's dynamic wallpaper~
If you invite me... I can get you some special VIP exclusive privileges.
I shall prepare tea and await your arrival. If you ever have a moment, Your Honor, feel free to visit any time.
In Version 2.4, Proxies can, as always, log in to the game to obtain a total of 10 Encrypted Master Tapes and 10 Boopons.
Then let's take a break~ Let's get the redemption code up here~
Version Events
Hey there, Proxies~ Welcome back. Now, let's check out what juicy stories are making waves in New Eridu this time.
Word on the street is that a strange Overtimeboo is lurking around Failume Heights,
constantly muttering the phrase, "Please, just one defeat." According to Bolion, Sir Overtime seems to be troubled by a malicious force,
and only by being defeated in a chess match can his inner demons be dispelled.
Malicious force? Like his boss telling him he can't clock out unless he loses a round?
Looks like we'll need to track down the Overtime Warrior to crack this mystery. In the new Chess Legend event, Proxies can obtain Base Coins at the start of each turn.
Recruit your squad, set up your formation, and get ready to counter your opponent's attacks.
If you wish to come out victorious, you must also take note of the bond effects between different Bangboo.
For example, when deploying Bangboo of the same category, bonds are activated, which enhance their combat prowess.
In addition, with three Bangboo of the same name, they can upgrade, gaining improved stats.
Upgrading the Store is also vital. Once upgraded, there are increased chances of higher-grade Bangboo appearing,
and your Bangboo deployment limit will also increase. With this, you can improve your bond lineup and therefore your chances of victory.
So what's different about this new Chess Legend event compared to the previous one? In this event, there shall be new Bangboo bonds and combat skills,
alongside added recruitable Bangboo. The upper limit for deployable Bangboo has also been increased to six.
You can also choose an Agent buff before the match, with an increased chance of spawning related buffs
to better your strategy in the fourth and eighth rounds. That's right~ We've also prepared some special stages with powerful buff effects for this event.
For example, in the special stage "Power of Bonds," We can get a +2 boost to all bond effects,
making bonds that were harder to gather now come together with ease. Experience multiple bonds at once!
I get it, we usually call this a sweet win! After completing a certain number of matches, you'll unlock Competitive Mode, where Proxies can face off against each other and prove who's the best.
After completing the event, you can also obtain rewards like Bild N. Boolok, Polychromes, and a Hamster Cage Pass.
Chess and martial arts both rely on adapting in the moment and accumulating experience.
The strongest lineups will be recorded in the game logs for your reference. Looks like Banyue Shifu knows a lot about this game.
Oh, you're too kind. I merely know a thing or two about chess. It's nothing special really.
Let's switch gears~ Do you all remember Grace from Belobog Heavy Industries? She recently accepted a contract for designing the props and set for a new film titled "Neo Golden Mecha."
Eous and the Manager will take on the roles of lead actor and camera operator, respectively.
Can't believe they managed to rope the Proxy into it! Could this be some big-shot director's blockbuster of the year?
Actually, it's the director's debut film. "After all, someone who genuinely loves the 'Golden Mecha' can't possibly be a bad person!" At least, that's what Grace said.
Aahh— I see, I see. Then here's to a successful filming and box office hit~
In this story, Eous plays the protagonist, Icaro, apprenticing under four legendary mech pilots,
and learning from them how to pilot the Prototype Golden Mecha. Every pilot has their own unique tuning setup for their mech,
so once you've mastered it, you can make some tweaks. Modifying core components and upgrading the Mech...
Combining the best of different parts, refining the core, and reforging the machine...
A method that combines the essence of "inheritance" and "overcoming limits." Truly worthy of respect.
Additionally, while exploring the base, Icaro, facing danger alone, will draw its mighty hammer
to fight its enemies. After being forged through combat and inheriting the legacy of the mech pilots, Icaro will transform into the ultimate warrior.
Shouldering the responsibility of protecting the Human Frontline, it will challenge the traitors who dare try and build their own civilization!
And what was the result of this battle? As for who comes out on top... That'll be revealed during the event! Like they say: stay tuned to find out what happens next!
I see... very well. Also, completing the event challenges will earn you awesome Polychrome and namecard rewards!
Word is, Miss Zhao from Krampus has arranged a special assessment for the Proxy siblings.
Oh? An assessment from Senior Zhao? This is gonna be good~
So what's it about? Tell me, tell me! Proxies need to assist Senior Zhao in conducting on-site inspections of businesses with investment potential.
After completing the assessment, Proxies will receive rewards such as Polychromes and Boopons.
After all, passing the test means your skills have earned Krampus' seal of approval!
Wow, the approval of strict Senior Zhao is certainly a priceless prize!
I feel like Master Xiao'Guang has been much happier since becoming a senior. Indeed, with all her intense training in seclusion
she rarely had the chance to explore the world away from the mountain. Mhm~ And during this event,
Proxies can take Xiao'Guang on a journey through the streets and alleys of New Eridu. Feel the fragrance of flowers, the thrill of video games, share movies,
capture the vibrant pulse of the city, and create beautiful and unique memories.
All these precious moments will be recorded by Xiao'Guang in her diary.
I'm certain Xiao'Guang will love the chance to explore the outside world with the well-traveled Proxy at her side.
During the event, besides earning Polychrome and Boopon rewards, Xiao'Guang will also share with you all the thoughts and sights she's recorded in her diary.
The HIA Club has just dropped a brand new challenge for "Simulated Sequence Showdown."
Hmph, some score-obsessed maniac came out of nowhere, grinding the rankings day and night, messing up a whole bunch of my commissions!
They must be cheating! Easy there, Miss Dialyn. Speaking of VR combat experts,
the little master at Yunkui Summit might be able to help. You mean... the Proxy?
Exactly~ In this event, in addition to the "Alliance" and "Frontline" stages Proxies are familiar with,
new Martial Practice stages, where Proxies can hone and perfect their combat skills, have also been added~
Proxies can still experience unique combat buffs and their related Agents in the Alliance and Frontline stages
and have fun with different combinations in combat. In Martial Practice mode, Banyue Shifu will be the protagonist~
Many thanks for your trust. It would be my honor to provide you with assistance in your training.
This Martial Practice Challenge will include a performance score! Executing certain skills Banyue Shifu has will increase your score,
and the smoother your execution, the higher your mechanics score~ Of course, after completing the relevant combat challenge, you can get rewards like a Tuning Calibrator and Polychromes.
Of course, in the new version, Shiyu Defense: Critical Node and Deadly Assault will continue to rotate updates.
Meanwhile, Hollow Zero will also add Miss Dialyn and Banyue Shifu's Gear to help them deal with various crises in Hollow Zero.
Complete your exploration of Hollow Zero and you shall also obtain Polychromes and other items as rewards.
Also, the "Signal Search Thank-You Gift" event from the previous version has yet to end. In Version 2.4, Proxies can continue to participate in the event
and consume Encrypted Master Tapes to unlock multiple rewards, including Vivian's Outfit~
The double-drop events for materials are also set to arrive, as usual.
Training is a long and arduous path, but keep moving forward and you'll reach your destination.
Ridu Renovation Talk
That's right, Banyue Shifu! It's time for action! Now let's check out what's new in this season's Ridu Renovation Talk~
As the current gameplay systems continue to grow, we will optimize gameplay elements that require continuous or repetitive operations
to reduce the burden on Proxies and enhance the overall gaming experience.
First, in the Suibian Temple gameplay, the periodic rewards from Devon Pawnshop will be discontinued after Version 2.4.
These rewards will be available through other means in future versions. The rewards in Devon Treasures will be retained, and new accessories for Delicate Sunlight and Soaring Crane will also become available.
Second, to help Proxies redeem rewards more easily and quickly, an auto-management system will be added to the Suibian Temple gameplay.
After reaching Restoration Level 35, Proxies can enable auto-management from the Management Policy menu~
Once activated, this function will run for up to 20 hours, during which the Proxy can come and reap the harvest at any time.
During auto-management, priority will be given to completing orders within the current Yum Cha Sin cycle,
ensuring that Proxies can get Omnicoins and Cloud Crests first to redeem goodies at Devon Pawnshop~ You don't have to make so many choices anymore~
Yup, that makes it easier to redeem rewards. When there's still room for improvement in current operational efficiency,
Proxies can also click Improve Efficiency to get tips. Man, if only customer service had a one-click reply function too!
That way, when I don't feel like working, I could slack off a bit~ Slacking off will get you a bad review~
In future updates, we'll keep monitoring feedback from our Proxies and continue to optimize and reduce such burdens in gameplay~
Additionally, we've optimized the default sorting rules for the combat Bangboo list.
Based on the original order, we've optimized the default sorting for high-star Bangboo and latest Bangboo, making it easier for Proxies to find them quickly.
Now choosing Bangboo is way more convenient. Peak efficiency!
Hope you all have a fantastic time with the new version! If you ever find yourself in trouble, just call my name.
Hey~ hey~ hey. We're not done yet! Up next is Mr.Z's exclusive interview!
We've invited a writer from Zenless Zone Zero, and prepared some questions that I'm sure you Proxies are dying to know the answers to~
Let's hear what he's got to say!
Behind the Scenes of Zenless Zone Zero's Main Story | ZTALK
Chapter 1: Answers to Season 2's Mysteries Who's the mastermind behind Season 2's main story? Are there more conspiracies lurking behind Isolde and Sarah?
Season 2 of Zenless Zone Zero's story will progress through the perspectives of various factions, telling a story set in Failume Heights, where all sorts of characters cross paths
and different factions become entangled in a web of interests, beliefs, pain, and glory.
With the fall of the Exaltist remnants, clues regarding the Creator hidden in the depths of the Lemnian Hollow began to reveal themselves.
And They will be the catalyst for the subsequent story developments, and can be said to be the overarching presence lurking behind the crises of Season 2's story.
In Version 2.3, though the Exaltists may have come to an end, Sarah herself received the Creator's blessing.
The distinctive mark of an Exaltist overseer on her hand only made her more determined to continue on her path to meet the Creator,
and Ye Shiyuan's appearance coincided with Sarah receiving Their instruction for the first time to bring "That Power" to "The Creator."
And thus, the curtain for the second half of the story officially rises. Is this really the end of the Exaltists? What exactly is the Creator? Are they human? Or Ethereal?
The Exaltists effectively collapsed with Isolde's passing,
and now, Sarah's almost the only one still chasing after the Creator. From a creative standpoint, the Creator functions as
a narrative device with profound significance. To the Exaltists, who often invoke the Creator's name,
the Creator is like a primordial god that they worship. And these Exaltist remnants will continue to pursue the Creator
through the shattered fragments of history. Though they keep chanting praises and vows to the Creator, they have yet to gaze upon Their true face,
Thus, rather than saying the Creator is a concrete existence, they seem to be more of a convergence of countless logics. So, as the story unfolds,
that distant yet ever-present Creator will once again have a chance to set Their sights on New Eridu.
Is TOPS friend or foe? It's just as we can see.
Other than facing the main threat of the Exaltists, we'll also run into quite a few neutral or friendly organizations.
The TOPS organization can be said to be the top dog of New Eridu in the conventional sense.
As top-tier tycoons, they control the majority of commercial enterprises in New Eridu
and have the influence to go toe-to-toe with the city's governing forces, but due to the bureaucracy's endless red tape, they lack the right to enforce laws or own powerful machinery and constructs,
and are constantly kept in check by the military, city administration, and even HAND. So for TOPS, whose goal is to maximize profits,
they've been quietly seeking their own way to deal with things discreetly. Subsequently, we'll also follow up with a new PV to showcase this further
and take a closer look inside the organization. The need to maintain a massive organization where wealth and power are concentrated
will naturally give rise to the swift blade known as Krampus. The Krampus Compliance Authority is a special regulatory organization within TOPS.
They're authoritative, strict, and behave eccentrically, and all major corporations are respectful, yet wary of them. Organization members must possess specific traits that help them "review and judge,"
and their "abilities" are the main reason for their inclusion in Krampus and an innate speciality that they excel in.
Each member has a different method of carrying out reviews as well as their own varying standards for judgement.
What kind of group is the Spook Shack? Spook Shack is an Inter-Knot forum
filled with all kinds of urban legends and bizarre tales, and will organize exploration events at irregular intervals with a varying number of participants.
The anonymous nature of Inter-Knot itself led to the Spook Shack having quite a mixed bag of members. The numerous strange events happening in Failume Heights during Season 2's story
were also keenly noticed by some members in the group. And thus, other than the occasional involvement due to pure coincidence,
some members were actively joining in purely based on interest. If Proxies have the time, you could also browse the Inter-Knot more often.
Who knows, you might make some unexpected discoveries!
Chapter 2: Future Versions Preview Among the Four Great AIs, what's the current status of the other AIs besides Fairy, and when will they make their appearance? The Four Great AIs is a concept implemented into the urban settings and modern metropolis of New Eridu,
and no one knows what forms they took before being deployed in New Eridu. Even Fairy herself doesn't know
that she's the first "Intelligent Agent" to reach an agreement in New Eridu. What we can be sure of is that Fairy isn't the only Intelligent Agent that's currently awakened,
so in future versions, we can look forward to seeing which other Intelligent Agent will be making their debut.
What intel can you share about Carole Arna and Helios Academy? After defeating Isolde in Version 2.2,
Wise and Belle unexpectedly triggered a memory belonging to their teacher due to the Miasma's unique properties.
For Wise and Belle, this accidental occurrence was inevitable, this power being a result of their mysterious origins.
In an earlier version, we saw the Protagonists resonate strongly with Ether as their pupils lighted up due to the catalyst of a strong external Ether energy blast.
After that, Wise and Belle realized they possessed a special characteristic that will plunge the siblings into unimaginable dangers in the future,
and this special characteristic will also be expanded in future versions. Also,
as mentioned before in Seed's character story, she is the "legacy" of Helios Academy,
or to be precise, she was an incomplete test subject from one of Helios Academy's past projects.
As for her mentioning that she's the "same kind" as Wise and Belle, it's because other than their special Ether-adaptive constitution,
they've also played a similar role in that "plan." Are the first generation of Void Hunters still alive? What role do the Void Hunters play in the current New Eridu?
We once had a description of the first-generation Void Hunter, and while the general word on the street is that most have vanished without a trace,
some of them still remain and we'll even have a chance to meet them in future updates. As the large-scale Hollow fluctuations within New Eridu decrease,
opportunities for newer generations of Void Hunters to be appointed are becoming extremely scarce. As of now, we only know of Hoshimi Miyabi
as well as a few promising candidates that are being noticed. At the same time, due to New Eridu's steadying and rapid development in recent years,
the residents' mindset has also shifted somewhat. Some capable individuals aren't too keen on the title of Void Hunter,
while others even joined organizations that are opposed to the Void Hunters, all of which will create more uncertainties in New Eridu's future.
Where did the Qingming Sword really come from? Was it forged by Yunkui Summit? Strictly speaking,
the Qingming Sword didn't originate from Yunkui Summit, but the legends say that it was initially discovered near Lemnian Hollow.
It was originally a bizarre object that feeds on the Ether within human bodies, and ordinary people who came into contact with it suffered negative repercussions,
until a master appeared with incredible control over Ether managed to suppress its rampage and quell the crisis.
After that, despite traveling far and wide, this master couldn't find a way to destroy that object. With no other choice, they had to forge it into a sword on a remote mountain,
giving rise to the Qingming Sword and the establishment of Yunkui Summit. On the other hand,
that master has also found a way to pass on his legacy, his philosophy of saving and helping people along with his cultivation techniques
such as transposition, weapon control, disease mitigation, communication with animals, and so on,
which also established Yunkui Summit as a dominant force in the region. Speaking of the Qingming Sword, a weapon with quite a personality,
it's easy to associate it with a similar blade with even more personality. And that's Hoshimi Miyabi's blade.
Yes, Hoshimi Miyabi's blade once corrupted Miyabi's will, and if Miyabi hadn't ultimately resisted the cursed blade's corruption,
the consequences would be unthinkable. Proxies, you might have noticed already that both weapons have powerful, negative effects on their users.
That's the price to pay for power, and the source of this price has an extremely close connection with the Hollows.
There's been a lot of discussion about the relationship between Ye Shunguang and the Qingming Sword. Can you reveal any information about that? Ye Shunguang is a disciple of Yunkui Summit whose talent rivals even Yixuan's,
and she's also the new Master of the Qingming Sword. But the Qingming Sword isn't just some weapon that anyone can wield.
Rather than saying Shunguang can wield the Qingming Sword, it's more accurate to say the Qingming Sword chose Shunguang.
When Yixuan heard this news, the pain of losing her sister Yijiang to the Qingming Sword resurfaces.
To prevent tragedy from repeating itself, she gifted the sword case to Shunguang, which was once used to suppress its effects,
and used training as an excuse to keep Shunguang away from dangerous missions. Even though doing this frustrates Shunguang,
Yixuan and her fellow Suibian Temple disciples could try their best to protect Shunguang even if it means using a little deception,
until the day Yixuan can find a definitive solution. What other interesting Agents or factions will appear in the upcoming Season 2 story?
In the later versions of Season 2, we'll return to the familiar Janus Quarter and meet some new faces from Public Security.
At the same time, new Krampus members will also make their appearance and form bonds with the Protagonist.
Additionally, I'm personally looking forward to a brand-new story regarding an old acquaintance, and the debut of a mysterious friend in Season 3.
Everyone will be drawn in by a common incident, and we'll get further entangled with faces both old and new.
Anything else you want to say to the Proxies? Right. Also, I'd like to mention that in future versions,
we will enhance the pacing of the main storylines, providing players with a more cohesive plot experience in all versions.
Last but not least, we hope all Proxies will have a blast in the new version!
