Burnice Photo Event Guide & Pull Advice

Overview

Burnice is causing chaos again in New Eridu. This time, the Sons of Calydon pyromaniac is on a mission to snap a photo of a particularly elusive cat. According to leaked in-game dialogue, she’s been chasing a feline that moves faster than a Golden Bangboo — and players can help her complete the shot. The event appears tied to her birthday, offering commemorative photos and exclusive rewards.

This guide covers everything you need to know about the photo event, an evaluation of Burnice as an agent, and whether you should pull for her on her next rerun banner. For the full library of Zenless Zone Zero guides, visit the Zenless Zone Zero game hub.

At a Glance

• Event Type: Limited-time photo challenge (unconfirmed duration)
• Objective: Capture a photo of a special cat by sending three birthday specials its way
• Rewards: Commemorative shot, Polychrome, and event-exclusive materials
• Related Agent: Burnice (Fire Anomaly, Sons of Calydon)
• Prerequisites: Unlock the corresponding story quest or event tab (details not fully stated in official materials)

Event Details

From the source dialogue, the photo event kicks off with Burnice complaining about a cat that initially knocks her phone away. She then found a workaround: sending three birthday specials to the cat to secure the commemorative shot. This suggests players may need to gather or create birthday specials — likely using event currency — and interact with the cat multiple times.

Note: As of this writing, the exact start and end dates have not been confirmed. Keep an eye on official channels for the event schedule. The event is likely time-gated, so prioritize participation once it goes live.

Should You Pull for Burnice?

Burnice remains one of the strongest Fire Anomaly agents in Zenless Zone Zero, especially in disorder teams. Her ability to quickly apply Fire anomaly and trigger Afterburn makes her a top-tier DPS and sub-DPS. If you lack a strong fire character or want to optimize disorder compositions, she is a valuable investment.

Pros:
– Excellent fire application and anomaly damage
– Works well in Burn and Disorder teams
– Flexible role: can be main DPS or sub-DPS

Cons:
– Requires specific team members (e.g., Lucy, Jane, or other anomaly agents) to maximize potential
– Her signature W-Engine significantly boosts performance, but F2P alternatives exist (e.g., The Vault or other anomaly W-Engines)

For F2P players, Burnice is worth pulling if you have a premium anomaly unit like Jane Doe or plan to build a disorder team. Low-spenders can aim for her base copy; constellations (C1, C2) are nice but not mandatory.

Unconfirmed — subject to change: The photo event may run concurrently with her rerun banner, making it an ideal time to acquire her.

Burnice Teams and Synergies

Burnice excels in teams that can quickly trigger Disorder. Below are recommended team compositions at different budget levels.

Team Variant	Characters	Role	Reasoning
Premium Disorder	Burnice, Jane Doe, Caesar / Lucy	Main DPS & Sub-DPS	Rapid anomaly buildup and Disorder spam
F2P Fire	Burnice, Soldier 11, Lucy	Hypercarry	Soldier 11 provides consistent fire damage; Lucy buffs team
Budget Anomaly	Burnice, Piper, Soukaku	Sub-DPS & Support	Flexible, uses accessible 4-star agents

For a deeper look at team compositions, check other Zenless Zone Zero guides.

Materials Table

To upgrade Burnice fully, you’ll need the following materials. Note: exact numbers may vary per patch.

Material	Source	Quantity
Fire Anomaly Chips	Weekly Boss: Notorious Hunt	~9 chips
Enemy Drops (e.g., Phantom items)	Routine missions, HIA	~25 per rarity tier
Anomaly Skill Books	HIA Simulation	~40+
Denny	Various activities	~2 million
Exclusive W-Engine (if pulling)	Banner	1 copy

Materials can be pre-farmed; start collecting during the event downtime.

FAQ

Q: How long does the photo event last?
A: Not stated in official materials. Likely 1–2 weeks like most limited events.

Q: Is Burnice worth pulling if I have Soldier 11?
A: Yes. Burnice fills a different role as an anomaly agent rather than pure DPS. She enables disorder teams, which are meta in higher difficulties.

Q: Can F2P players build Burnice effectively?
A: Absolutely. Craft her best F2P W-Engine (like Rainforest Gourmet) and farm her drive discs from the same domain. She remains strong with base investment.

Q: What are the recommended drive discs?
A: 4pc Freedom Blues + 2pc Chaos Jazz or 4pc Chaos Jazz depending on team role.

Q: Do I need to use the birthday specials multiple times?
A: The dialogue hints that three specials are needed. Repeat interactions may be required over several in-game days.

Conclusion

Burnice continues to be a high-value agent in Zenless Zone Zero, and the photo event adds a fun layer of lore and rewards to her story. Whether you’re pulling for her or just participating in the event, the tips above will help you maximize your time and resources. Stay tuned for official confirmation of banner dates and event schedules.