Zenless Zone Zero 2.6 – Angels of Delusion Release & Events

Angels of Delusion Arrive with Zenless Zone Zero 2.6

Zenless Zone Zero is gearing up for a pivotal update. Version 2.6, titled Encore for an Old Dream, goes live globally on 2024-02-06 (UTC, server reset). This breather update spotlights the long-awaited debut of idol group Angels of Delusion, injects two fresh agents—Sunna and Aria—into the roster, and ushers in the festive Gilded Carrot Day event. For any player debating their next pulls or prepping for meta shifts, this patch matters.

Curious about the ongoing story, team synergy, and what deserves your priority? Here’s what to expect, with details pulled directly from official patch notes and event previews. For background and future updates, bookmark our Zenless Zone Zero news hub.

At a Glance: ZZZ 2.6 Highlights

• Release Date: 2024-02-06 (all servers)
• New Agents: Sunna (S-Rank Physical Support) and Aria (Ether Anomaly, dual-form)
• Idol group debut: Angels of Delusion perform at 404 Error venue
• Main event: Gilded Carrot Day festival with login, task, and draw rewards
• New modes: "A Harmony of Delusions" event minigames; Operation Matrix for Hollow Zero
• Gameplay polish: Sweep function for faster daily farming
• Permanent rewards: Includes Polychrome, materials, daily bonuses

Banner & Agent Updates: Who’s Joining the Fray

The headline of version 2.6 is character-driven: two new agents join New Eridu’s ever-expanding roster.

• Sunna (S-Rank, Physical Support):

  • Excels at boosting allies, leveraging a system of enemy marks and powerful chain assists
  • Key for team comps needing reliable backline sustain or set-ups for burst damage
  • Will debut on her signature character banner for Phase 1, but exact end date not stated in official materials

• Aria (Ether Anomaly):

  • Unique dual-form playstyle: swaps between Construct mode (hard-hitting technician) and Idol mode (projection-based Ether DPS)
  • Speculated to fit well with status-based teams; details are official, but optimal synergies always take time to shake out

No rerun specifics or precise gacha rates for this patch were included in initial materials—expect standard S-Rank banner rules unless otherwise stated by devs.

Should You Pull Sunna or Aria?

Both newcomers shake up existing team options, and their roles aren’t overlapping:

• Sunna is particularly compelling for physical-core players. Her supporting skillset and marked-enemy mechanics mean she synergizes best in setups where allies deal burst damage off her enabled procs. Her S-Rank kit also lines up with top-tier supports from previous patches in both general play and event-specific meta. If you’ve been waiting for a flexible backliner who isn’t locked into a narrow synergy, Sunna is worth a close look for all players, F2P included.

• Aria’s Ether Anomaly role, meanwhile, is more niche—best for veterans or meta-chasers building around Ether status effects and flexible field time. Her split between Construct and Idol projection allows creative rotations, but could face some on-field competition with established DPS units. If your roster is lacking in Ether or you enjoy flexible technical play, Aria is a valid priority, though riskier for beginners.

Free-to-play and low-spend players should weigh the overall account balance—if you’re content with current supports/DPS, saving for future reruns or anniversary banners may be optimal.

Banner Table (unofficial, always check in-game)

Banner	Start Date	Headline Agent	Notes
Encores: Sunna	2024-02-06	Sunna (S-Rank)	Phase 1; support focus, ends TBA
Rhythm Reverie	2024-02-06	Aria	Ether Anomaly specialist, ends TBA

Not stated in official materials: Banner end dates, rerun info, or future signature weapon details.

Events & Rewards: Gilded Carrot Day and More

The Gilded Carrot Day festival sets New Eridu abuzz with new content and opportunities for Polychrome and resource gain.

• A Harmony of Delusions (main festival minigame):

  • Manage idol training, handle social presence, and play rhythm-based performances—unique among previous Zenless Zone Zero events
  • Rewards include event currency, upgrade mats, login bonuses, and a Polychrome lucky draw later in the patch

• Operation Matrix (Hollow Zero expansion):

  • Rotational mode with fresh mechanics and team constraints for meta experimentation
  • Designed to encourage broader agent usage, potentially affecting who belongs in your upgrade queue

• Daily Play Bonuses:

  • Festive logins and sweep function for less grind
  • Emphasis on repeatable rewards to ease F2P/low-effort engagement without sacrificing resource income

See Zenless Zone Zero codes before logging in for a patch—updated regularly for Polychrome boosts.

Teams & Synergy Impacts

• Sunna creates space for new physical teams, replacing or supplementing classic backliners.
• Aria’s kit and event-specific boosts hint at Ether meta rise, but testing is needed before she’s crowned universal DPS.
• Multi-role events like Operation Matrix nudge players to diversify builds and avoid hyper-focusing on single meta comp.

For the latest theorycrafting and team building, consult our Zenless Zone Zero tier lists and meta overviews as event meta settles.

Conclusion: What to Prioritize This Patch

Version 2.6 is as much about festivals and story as it is about meta shake-ups. Prioritize:

• Logging in during event windows to maximize Gilded Carrot Day rewards
• Spending gacha currency thoughtfully—Sunna is safer for general support, Aria for Ether specialists
• Testing new event mechanics, especially Operation Matrix for expanded rewards and experience

As always, keep up with confirmed news and meta shifts via the Zenless Zone Zero guides here at EarlyGG. For now, idols are in the spotlight, but account strategy stays king.