Zhu Yuan
An Ether Attack DPS who piles on damage with Basic Attack bullet volleys after EX Special, exploding especially hard while the enemy is stunned.
Tier S · Attack · Ether. BiS: Cordis Germina. An Ether Attack DPS who piles on damage with Basic Attack bullet volleys after EX Special, exploding especially hard while the enemy is stunned.
Base stats
Recommended build
Best W-Engines
Nicole
Recommendation order by current meta — the first is strongest, the rest are alternatives in decreasing priority. (Not a simulated DPS %.)
Recommended Drive Discs
Chaotic Metal
Woodpecker Electro
The Sky Ablaze4: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG · 5: Ether DMG · 6: ATK%
CRIT Rate/DMG > ATK% > flat ATK
Skill priority: Basic Attack → Special Attack → Core Skill → Assist → Dodge
Recommended teams
Zhu Yuan is still a heavy-hitting Ether burst DPS with a stunner + Nicole by her side — the stun window is when she tears everything apart. She's been slightly power-crept and is very team-dependent (needs stun + DEF shred), so she falls off solo or in the wrong team. With Nicole, she's very much worth investing in.
Role Ranking
The list below is pulled straight from the overall Tier List, keeping only the 16 agents who share the Attack role. Order within each tier is NOT a strength ranking — it simply groups agents by their original tier.
Stat targets
Level 60 endgame targets (Core included): ATK 3000+, HP 9500+, DEF 800+, CRIT Rate 60-70% (her Additional Ability pushes this to 90-100% with a Support/same-faction ally; with Nicole M6 you only need to build to ~55%), CRIT DMG 160-180%+ (before the Chaotic Metal set buff). Base Lv60 stats /mintparm: ATK 919, base CRIT DMG 78.8%, base CRIT Rate 5%. Balance CRIT Rate/CRIT DMG first, then stack ATK%.
Rotation & combos
Combat rotation (Nicole team example): 1) Open with EX Special to build to ~8 shells and drop straight into Suppressive Mode. 2) Swap to Nicole for her EX to group enemies + shred DEF; when the Stun starts, Quick Assist back to Zhu Yuan (to 9 shells) and Dash Attack to skip her Suppressive entry flip. 3) Dump loop: Suppressive B1 -> B2 -> Suppressive Dash Attack -> B3 (P3 eats 3 shells for triple damage, her hardest hit). 4) Weave in Nicole Ultimate then Zhu Yuan Chain Attack to refill 3 shells and repeat the Suppressive chain. 5) Close the Stun window with Zhu Yuan's EX Special + Ultimate to unload her full burst. Manual Chain must be ON so you don't waste shells.
- F2P-friendly: no need for her signature W-Engine, accessible options like Starlight Engine or Brimstone still perform well.
- Enormous single-target burst in the Stun window — her Core Passive grants up to +80% damage to Stunned enemies (40% base + 40% vs Stunned).
- High mobility with Dash Attacks that weave in invulnerability frames, letting her dodge mid-combo without losing damage tempo.
- Flexible team building: Double Support and Stun + Support comps perform nearly equally, making her easy to slot in.
- Combo-heavy with a steep learning curve: you must manage shells, time swaps precisely and use Manual Chain to reach her full damage.
- Power-crept in the Ether DMG department at high investment (e.g. outclassed by Yixuan); now rates her endgame T1.5.
- Very team-dependent: needs a Stunner + DEF shred/Nicole to shine; solo or in makeshift teams her damage drops noticeably.
Recommended Bangboo
Endgame mode fit
Not a strong Shiyu Defense pick: the mode has multiple waves and often crowds of enemies, whereas Zhu Yuan is purely single-target — currently lists NO Zhu Yuan team clearing Shiyu Defense this cycle. Playable on single-boss floors but not optimal.
A better fit for Deadly Assault since it favors large single bosses, matching her single-target burst. Still, usage is very low (~0.05-0.07%, avg score ~21000-22000) — she clears it but isn't a meta pick.
Skills
Basic Attack2
Basic AttackBasic 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 hits strike an enemy, obtain 1 Enhanced Shotshell. 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.
Dodge4
DodgeDodge: Tactical Detour
Press to activate: A rapid 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 Physical 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.
Assist3
AssistQuick Assist: Covering Shot
When the on-field 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.
Special Attack2
Special AttackSpecial 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.
Chain Attack2
Chain AttackChain 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.
Core Skill2
Core SkillCore Passive: Special Ops Ammunition
When Zhu Yuan is under Suppressive Mode, using Enhanced Shotshells increases her DMG by 20%. When attacking Stunned enemies, this DMG buff is increased by an additional 20%. When Zhu Yuan enters the battlefield, she immediately gains 6 Enhanced Shotshells.
Additional Ability: Tactical Coordination
When another character in your squad is a Support character or shares the same Faction: Zhu Yuan's CRIT Rate is increased by 30% 10s after using an EX Special Attack, Chain Attack, or Ultimate.
Skill Coefficients by Level
Basic Attack2
Basic Attack: Don't Move
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier | 43.1% | 47.1% | 51.0% | 55.1% | 59.1% | 63.1% | 67.1% | 71.1% | 75.1% | 79.1% | 83.1% | 87.1% | 91.1% | 95.1% | 99.1% | 103.1% |
| 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier | 126.4% | 137.9% | 149.4% | 160.9% | 172.4% | 183.9% | 195.4% | 206.9% | 218.4% | 229.9% | 241.4% | 252.9% | 264.4% | 275.9% | 287.4% | 298.9% |
| 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier | 137.3% | 149.8% | 162.3% | 174.8% | 187.3% | 199.8% | 212.3% | 224.8% | 237.3% | 249.8% | 262.3% | 274.8% | 287.3% | 299.8% | 312.3% | 324.8% |
| 4th-Hit DMG Multiplier | 151.0% | 164.8% | 178.6% | 192.4% | 206.2% | 220.0% | 233.8% | 247.6% | 261.4% | 275.2% | 289.0% | 302.8% | 316.6% | 330.4% | 344.2% | 358.0% |
| 5th-Hit DMG Multiplier | 162.2% | 177.0% | 191.8% | 206.6% | 221.4% | 236.2% | 251.0% | 265.8% | 280.6% | 295.4% | 310.2% | 325.0% | 339.8% | 354.6% | 369.4% | 384.2% |
| 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier | 21.6% | 22.6% | 23.6% | 24.6% | 25.6% | 26.6% | 27.6% | 28.6% | 29.6% | 30.6% | 31.6% | 32.6% | 33.6% | 34.6% | 35.6% | 36.6% |
| 4th-Hit DMG Multiplier | 151.0% | 164.8% | 178.6% | 192.4% | 206.2% | 220.0% | 233.8% | 247.6% | 261.4% | 275.2% | 289.0% | 302.8% | 316.6% | 330.4% | 344.2% | 358.0% |
| 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier | 97.3% | 101.8% | 106.3% | 110.8% | 115.3% | 119.8% | 124.3% | 128.8% | 133.3% | 137.8% | 142.3% | 146.8% | 151.3% | 155.8% | 160.3% | 164.8% |
| 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier | 94.7% | 99.1% | 103.5% | 107.9% | 112.3% | 116.7% | 121.1% | 125.5% | 129.9% | 134.3% | 138.7% | 143.1% | 147.5% | 151.9% | 156.3% | 160.7% |
| 4th-Hit Daze Multiplier | 124.3% | 130.0% | 135.7% | 141.4% | 147.1% | 152.8% | 158.5% | 164.2% | 169.9% | 175.6% | 181.3% | 187.0% | 192.7% | 198.4% | 204.1% | 209.8% |
| 5th-Hit Daze Multiplier | 139.2% | 145.6% | 152.0% | 158.4% | 164.8% | 171.2% | 177.6% | 184.0% | 190.4% | 196.8% | 203.2% | 209.6% | 216.0% | 222.4% | 228.8% | 235.2% |
Basic Attack: Please Do Not Resist
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier (Physical) | 53.7% | 58.6% | 63.5% | 68.4% | 73.3% | 78.2% | 83.1% | 88.0% | 92.9% | 97.8% | 102.7% | 107.6% | 112.5% | 117.4% | 122.3% | 127.2% |
| 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier (Physical) | 53.7% | 58.6% | 63.5% | 68.4% | 73.3% | 78.2% | 83.1% | 88.0% | 92.9% | 97.8% | 102.7% | 107.6% | 112.5% | 117.4% | 122.3% | 127.2% |
| 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier (Physical) | 160.9% | 175.6% | 190.3% | 205.0% | 219.7% | 234.4% | 249.1% | 263.8% | 278.5% | 293.2% | 307.9% | 322.6% | 337.3% | 352.0% | 366.7% | 381.4% |
| 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier (Physical) | 59.6% | 62.4% | 65.2% | 68.0% | 70.8% | 73.6% | 76.4% | 79.2% | 82.0% | 84.8% | 87.6% | 90.4% | 93.2% | 96.0% | 98.8% | 101.6% |
| 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier (Physical) | 59.6% | 62.4% | 65.2% | 68.0% | 70.8% | 73.6% | 76.4% | 79.2% | 82.0% | 84.8% | 87.6% | 90.4% | 93.2% | 96.0% | 98.8% | 101.6% |
| 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier (Physical) | 178.7% | 186.9% | 195.1% | 203.3% | 211.5% | 219.7% | 227.9% | 236.1% | 244.3% | 252.5% | 260.7% | 268.9% | 277.1% | 285.3% | 293.5% | 301.7% |
| 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier (Ether) | 135.9% | 148.3% | 160.7% | 173.1% | 185.5% | 197.9% | 210.3% | 222.7% | 235.1% | 247.5% | 259.9% | 272.3% | 284.7% | 297.1% | 309.5% | 321.9% |
| 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier (Ether) | 135.9% | 148.3% | 160.7% | 173.1% | 185.5% | 197.9% | 210.3% | 222.7% | 235.1% | 247.5% | 259.9% | 272.3% | 284.7% | 297.1% | 309.5% | 321.9% |
| 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier (Ether) | 407.7% | 444.8% | 481.9% | 519.0% | 556.1% | 593.2% | 630.3% | 667.4% | 704.5% | 741.6% | 778.7% | 815.8% | 852.9% | 890.0% | 927.1% | 964.2% |
| 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier (Ether) | 59.6% | 62.4% | 65.2% | 68.0% | 70.8% | 73.6% | 76.4% | 79.2% | 82.0% | 84.8% | 87.6% | 90.4% | 93.2% | 96.0% | 98.8% | 101.6% |
| 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier (Ether) | 59.6% | 62.4% | 65.2% | 68.0% | 70.8% | 73.6% | 76.4% | 79.2% | 82.0% | 84.8% | 87.6% | 90.4% | 93.2% | 96.0% | 98.8% | 101.6% |
| 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier (Ether) | 178.7% | 186.9% | 195.1% | 203.3% | 211.5% | 219.7% | 227.9% | 236.1% | 244.3% | 252.5% | 260.7% | 268.9% | 277.1% | 285.3% | 293.5% | 301.7% |
Dodge2
Dash Attack: Firepower Offensive
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 55.1% | 60.2% | 65.3% | 70.4% | 75.5% | 80.6% | 85.7% | 90.8% | 95.9% | 101.0% | 106.1% | 111.2% | 116.3% | 121.4% | 126.5% | 131.6% |
| Daze Multiplier | 27.6% | 28.9% | 30.2% | 31.5% | 32.8% | 34.1% | 35.4% | 36.7% | 38.0% | 39.3% | 40.6% | 41.9% | 43.2% | 44.5% | 45.8% | 47.1% |
| Dash Attack: Overwhelming Firepower | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 | Level 7 | Level 8 | Level 9 | Level 10 | Level 11 | Level 12 | Level 13 | Level 14 | Level 15 | Lv. 16 |
| DMG Multiplier (Physical) | 53.7% | 58.6% | 63.5% | 68.4% | 73.3% | 78.2% | 83.1% | 88.0% | 92.9% | 97.8% | 102.7% | 107.6% | 112.5% | 117.4% | 122.3% | 127.2% |
| Daze Multiplier (Physical) | 59.6% | 62.4% | 65.2% | 68.0% | 70.8% | 73.6% | 76.4% | 79.2% | 82.0% | 84.8% | 87.6% | 90.4% | 93.2% | 96.0% | 98.8% | 101.6% |
| DMG Multiplier (Ether) | 135.9% | 148.3% | 160.7% | 173.1% | 185.5% | 197.9% | 210.3% | 222.7% | 235.1% | 247.5% | 259.9% | 272.3% | 284.7% | 297.1% | 309.5% | 321.9% |
| Daze Multiplier (Ether) | 59.6% | 62.4% | 65.2% | 68.0% | 70.8% | 73.6% | 76.4% | 79.2% | 82.0% | 84.8% | 87.6% | 90.4% | 93.2% | 96.0% | 98.8% | 101.6% |
Dodge Counter: Fire Blast
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 176.8% | 192.9% | 209.0% | 225.1% | 241.2% | 257.3% | 273.4% | 289.5% | 305.6% | 321.7% | 337.8% | 353.9% | 370.0% | 386.1% | 402.2% | 418.3% |
| Daze Multiplier | 161.4% | 168.8% | 176.2% | 183.6% | 191.0% | 198.4% | 205.8% | 213.2% | 220.6% | 228.0% | 235.4% | 242.8% | 250.2% | 257.6% | 265.0% | 272.4% |
Assist2
Quick Assist: Covering Shot
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 51.4% | 56.1% | 60.8% | 65.5% | 70.2% | 74.9% | 79.6% | 84.3% | 89.0% | 93.7% | 98.4% | 103.1% | 107.8% | 112.5% | 117.2% | 121.9% |
| Daze Multiplier | 51.4% | 53.8% | 56.2% | 58.6% | 61.0% | 63.4% | 65.8% | 68.2% | 70.6% | 73.0% | 75.4% | 77.8% | 80.2% | 82.6% | 85.0% | 87.4% |
Assist Follow-Up: Defensive Counter
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 355.8% | 388.2% | 420.6% | 453.0% | 485.4% | 517.8% | 550.2% | 582.6% | 615.0% | 647.4% | 679.8% | 712.2% | 744.6% | 777.0% | 809.4% | 841.8% |
| Daze Multiplier | 308.6% | 322.7% | 336.8% | 350.9% | 365.0% | 379.1% | 393.2% | 407.3% | 421.4% | 435.5% | 449.6% | 463.7% | 477.8% | 491.9% | 506.0% | 520.1% |
Special Attack2
Special Attack: Buckshot Blast
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 18.4% | 20.1% | 21.8% | 23.5% | 25.2% | 26.9% | 28.6% | 30.3% | 32.0% | 33.7% | 35.4% | 37.1% | 38.8% | 40.5% | 42.2% | 43.9% |
| Daze Multiplier | 18.4% | 19.3% | 20.2% | 21.1% | 22.0% | 22.9% | 23.8% | 24.7% | 25.6% | 26.5% | 27.4% | 28.3% | 29.2% | 30.1% | 31.0% | 31.9% |
EX Special Attack: Full Barrage
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 587.4% | 640.8% | 694.2% | 747.6% | 801.0% | 854.4% | 907.8% | 961.2% | 1014.6% | 1068.0% | 1121.4% | 1174.8% | 1228.2% | 1281.6% | 1335.0% | 1388.4% |
| Daze Multiplier | 480.0% | 501.9% | 523.8% | 545.7% | 567.6% | 589.5% | 611.4% | 633.3% | 655.2% | 677.1% | 699.0% | 720.9% | 742.8% | 764.7% | 786.6% | 808.5% |
| Energy Cost | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Chain Attack2
Chain Attack: Eradication Mode
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 587.5% | 641.0% | 694.5% | 748.0% | 801.5% | 855.0% | 908.5% | 962.0% | 1015.5% | 1069.0% | 1122.5% | 1176.0% | 1229.5% | 1283.0% | 1336.5% | 1390.0% |
| Daze Multiplier | 148.6% | 155.4% | 162.2% | 169.0% | 175.8% | 182.6% | 189.4% | 196.2% | 203.0% | 209.8% | 216.6% | 223.4% | 230.2% | 237.0% | 243.8% | 250.6% |
Ultimate: Max Eradication Mode
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv.2 | Lv.3 | Lv.4 | Lv.5 | Lv.6 | Lv.7 | Lv.8 | Lv.9 | Lv.10 | Lv.11 | Lv.12 | Lv.13 | Lv.14 | Lv.15 | Lv. 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Multiplier | 1977.6% | 2157.4% | 2337.2% | 2517.0% | 2696.8% | 2876.6% | 3056.4% | 3236.2% | 3416.0% | 3595.8% | 3775.6% | 3955.4% | 4135.2% | 4315.0% | 4494.8% | 4674.6% |
| Daze Multiplier | 125.1% | 131.3% | 137.6% | 143.9% | 150.1% | 156.4% | 162.7% | 169.0% | 175.3% | 181.6% | 187.9% | 194.2% | 200.5% | 206.8% | 213.1% | 219.4% |
Core Skill1
Core Passive: Special Ops Ammunition
| Lv | Lv.1 | Lv. | Lv.3 (B) | Lv.4 (C) | Lv.5 (D) | Lv.6 (E) | Lv.7 (F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Increased DMG | 20.0% | 23.3% | 26.6% | 30.0% | 33.3% | 36.6% | 40.0% |
| CRIT DMG | - | 9.6% | - | 9.6% | - | 9.6% | - |
| Base ATK | - | - | +25 | - | +25 | - | +25 |
Mindscapes — how far is worth it?
When Zhu Yuan activates a Chain Attack/Ultimate, she gains the Quick Reload effect. When Zhu Yuan has the Quick Reload effect and uses up all Enhanced Shotshells, the Quick Reload effect will be consumed to instantly gain 6/9 Enhanced Shotshells. Zhu Yuan once competed in the Janus Quarter's Public Security Officer Contest, clinching first place with her extraordinary reloading techniques. Her colleague commented: "It's nothing but sheer practice."
In Suppressive Mode, Zhu Yuan's Anti-Interrupt level is increased and DMG taken reduced by 10%. When Zhu Yuan hits an enemy with Enhanced Shotshells, the target takes 10% more Ether DMG from Basic Attack: Please Do Not Resist and Dash Attack: Overwhelming Firepower, stacking up to 5 times and lasting for 5s. Each shot adds one stack of this effect, and repeated triggers reset the duration. Zhu Yuan is equipped with Ether bullets specially designed by Public Security, which cause irreversible corruption upon hitting the enemy. This is why Zhu Yuan always warns her enemies to surrender and stop resisting before she fires. It really is for their own health and safety...
Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2 As an elite Public Security Officer, Zhu Yuan's training focused on a single objective: to enhance all aspects of her combat abilities within the Hollow, ensuring she could outmatch any criminal.
When Zhu Yuan hits an enemy with Enhanced Shotshells, her Basic Attack: Please Do Not Resist and Dash Attack: Overwhelming Firepower ignore 25% of the target's Ether RES. When in battle, the gangs in the Hollows often try to quietly calculate how many bullets their enemies have left. What they don't know is that Zhu Yuan's custom magazine can recharge itself with the Ether in the air...
Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2 A seasoned Public Security Officer excels at reading the battlefield, striking precisely and maximizing combat efficiency. Sometimes, one stern look is enough to make her enemies think twice about putting up a fight.
When Zhu Yuan consumes a total of 12 Enhanced Shotshells, she receives the Ether Afterglow effect, and the Energy cost of the next EX Special Attack is reduced by 30. Launching an EX Special Attack will consume Ether Afterglow and shoot an additional 4-bullet Ether Buckshot. Each extra bullet deals DMG equal to 220% of Zhu Yuan's ATK. Zhu Yuan often worries about her gear's remaining battery, getting nervous when the power dips into the red zone and consciously saving power. Public Security finally equipped her with an energy pack that offered both high capacity and long-lasting endurance.
Stats & Materials by Ascension Milestone
| Lv. | Before | After | Materials for this milestone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv.1 | HP: - ATK: - DEF: - [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
HP: 602 ATK: 132 DEF: 48 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
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| Lv.10 | HP: 1336 ATK: 204 DEF: 106 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
HP: 1749 ATK: 251 DEF: 106 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
Denny ×24,000
Basic Offense Certification Seal ×4
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| Lv.20 | HP: 2566 ATK: 332 DEF: 205 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
HP: 2979 ATK: 380 DEF: 238 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
Denny ×56,000
Advanced Offense Certification Seal ×12
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| Lv.30 | HP: 3795 ATK: 461 DEF: 304 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
HP: 4208 ATK: 508 DEF: 337 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
Denny ×120,000
Advanced Offense Certification Seal ×20
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| Lv.40 | HP: 5024 ATK: 588 DEF: 402 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
HP: 5436 ATK: 635 DEF: 436 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
Denny ×200,000
Pioneer's Certification Seal ×10
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| Lv.50 | HP: 6253 ATK: 716 DEF: 502 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
HP: 6666 ATK: 763 DEF: 535 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
Denny ×400,000
Pioneer's Certification Seal ×20
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| Lv.60 | HP: - ATK: - DEF: - [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
HP: 7482 ATK: 844 DEF: 600 [Recommended] CRIT Rate: - [Recommended] CRIT DMG: - |
Total materials across the whole ascension path
Materials Needed to Lv60
Total Denny for the character alone (ascension + basic skills + core skill A→F): about 1,706,000 Denny — W-Engine and Drive Discs not included.
Official Name in Other Languages
Banner History
It's been 489 days since Zhu Yuan's banner last closed — no new rerun announced yet.
Alongside: Trigger
Voice Actors & Character Info
Background & Lore
More unlocks as Trust with this character increases in-game.
How to read this build page
Every Agent build page has 4 parts: a stat table by level, W-Engine/Drive Disc suggestions, a Mindscape roadmap, and recommended teams. Read them in that order — stats tell you "what you need", gear tells you "where to get it", Mindscape tells you "is it worth pulling", teams tell you "who to pair with". The section below explains how to read each part, and it applies the same way to every character on the site.
How to read the stat table and level
The stat table shows values at the ascension breakpoints (usually the final one, e.g. Lv60) — these are BASE stats with no gear added, useful for comparing Agents or checking whether you've ascended far enough. CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG are shown separately because they set the damage ceiling once Drive Disc substats stack on top. If your real stats are lower than the table, you likely haven't fully ascended or leveled yet — it's not a build mistake.
Why the W-Engine and Drive Disc picks make sense
Most Agents have a "signature" W-Engine designed for their exact role, plus a few cheaper standard-banner substitutes. Missing the signature isn't a dead end — most Agents keep most of their power with a well-matched substitute, just short by some amount of total damage.
- Drive Disc sets (2pc + 4pc) are picked for the set effect that fits that Agent's playstyle (mono-element, Anomaly, stun, and so on).
- Substats follow a priority that changes by role: Attack-type Agents usually chase CRIT Rate/CRIT DMG before ATK%; Anomaly-type Agents add Anomaly Proficiency to that mix; Stun/Support roles often value survivability or energy stats over pure CRIT.
These weights differ per character — follow the exact substat priority table above rather than applying one formula to every role.
Is Mindscape worth chasing
General rule: M0 (no duplicates) already clears the game's hardest content, even for S-rank Agents. Mindscape is a duplicate-fueled upgrade system, and each level costs more resources for a smaller power gain. For most Agents, the best value stop is usually M1–M2 (where some key effects unlock), while M6 is almost always for players chasing the absolute ceiling, not a requirement. Check the Mindscape section in the table above for that specific Agent's numbers.
Skill priority by role
There's no single order for every Agent, but the general pattern by role is:
- Attack: level the main damage skill first (Basic or Special Attack depending on kit), Dash/Dodge last.
- Stun: prioritize whichever skill builds Daze/Stun fastest, since the stun window is where the whole team dumps damage.
- Support: prioritize buff or energy-generating skills over personal damage — this role's value comes from lifting the whole team.
- Anomaly: prioritize the skill that stacks anomaly buildup, since most of the damage comes from the triggered effect, not the direct hit.
Always level the Core Skill steadily alongside the rest — it's a baseline stat that affects the whole rotation, not just one move.
Where to dig deeper
This section only teaches you how to read the page — for deeper comparisons, use the dedicated tools:
- Tier list to see where this Agent stands against the full roster.
- Teams for full in-game comps, including Bangboo and rotation order.
- Disc score to check how your current gear scores against the benchmark.
Agents of the same attribute
Zhu Yuan FAQ
What is the best W-Engine for Zhu Yuan?
Zhu Yuan performs best with Cordis Germina. See alternatives and required stats in the Gear section above.
Is Zhu Yuan worth pulling?
Zhu Yuan is still a heavy-hitting Ether burst DPS with a stunner + Nicole by her side — the stun window is when she tears everything apart. She's been slightly power-crept and is very team-dependent (needs stun + DEF shred), so she falls off solo or in the wrong team. With Nicole, she's very much worth investing in.
What is the best team for Zhu Yuan?
Zhu Yuan works best in the Standard Police team. Full members and rotation are in the Teams section.
Who voices Zhu Yuan in Zenless Zone Zero?
Zhu Yuan (faction Criminal Investigation Special Response Team, birthday Oct 4) is voiced according to the official credits published on the HoYoverse Wiki. See the full English/Japanese/Korean/Chinese voice actor list in the "Voice Actors & Character Info" block above — this data is pulled directly from the official wiki, not guessed.
Which Mindscape of Zhu Yuan is worth investing in?
Zhu Yuan has 6 Mindscape tiers (M1-M6), each unlocking its own effect detailed in the "Mindscape" block above (official wording). Mindscapes cost Mindscape Cinema currency farmed from limited banners, so weigh it against your budget — F2P players usually stop at M0-M1 and prioritize W-Engine and Drive Discs before pushing Mindscape higher.
How much Denny and how many materials to level Zhu Yuan to Lv60?
Leveling Zhu Yuan to max Lv60 (ascension + basic skills to 12 + core skill A→F) costs roughly 1,706,000 Denny, plus role-specific ascension materials, attribute-specific skill chips, high-dimensional data, and weekly boss drops — see the full list with exact quantities in the "Materials Needed" block above, sourced from the game's official leveling tables.
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