ZZZ 3.3 Is Live: Phoenix & Velina Banners

Version 3.3 Now Live: What Proxies Need to Know

Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.3 "Journey to the Sky" is now live, bringing two new S-Rank Agents, their signature W-Engines, a new Main Story chapter, and a pair of limited-time events. For Proxies deciding where to spend Polychromes, the banner lineup is the immediate priority. For everything else in the patch, keep an eye on our Zenless Zone Zero news hub.

At a Glance

• New S-Rank Agents: Phoenix (Fire – Anomaly) and Velina (Wind – Anomaly)
• New S-Rank W-Engines: Plume of Rebirth (Anomaly) and Joyau Dore (Anomaly)
• New Main Story Chapter: "Journey to the Sky"
• Themed Event: "Spooky Funhouse Tales"
• Limited-Time Event: "Cyber Miracle Healer, on Duty!"
• Launch Date: 2026-10-21 (per prior official announcement)

Banner Schedule and Featured Units

Both new Agents headline their own limited-time channels. Exact phase durations and pity carryover are not stated in official materials for this launch post, so check the in-game banner details for precise end dates and time zones.

Both W-Engines are Anomaly-type, matching their respective Agents. If you are pulling for either character, their signature engine is the natural pairing, but budget accordingly—weapon banners typically require separate pity tracking.

Should You Pull?

Phoenix (Fire – Anomaly) adds another Fire Anomaly option to the roster. Fire teams have leaned on Disorder and Burn-centric setups, and Phoenix could slot into those compositions depending on their kit multipliers and anomaly buildup. Without official numbers, treat this as a speculative fit rather than a confirmed meta shift.

Velina (Wind – Anomaly) is the first limited Wind Anomaly Agent in recent memory. Wind has lacked a dedicated Anomaly driver, so Velina may open new team archetypes. Again, exact performance is Unconfirmed — subject to change until community testing.

F2P and low-spend advice: If you already have a functional Anomaly team, neither banner is mandatory. Prioritize the character whose element you lack. If you are new or returning, Phoenix offers a more familiar Fire toolkit, while Velina is a higher-risk, higher-reward investment. Do not pull on both banners unless you have saved at least 180 pulls for a guaranteed S-Rank.

Events and Rewards

Two events arrive with 3.3:

• "Spooky Funhouse Tales" – a themed event. Task structure, rewards, and end date are not stated in official materials in the provided source.
• "Cyber Miracle Healer, on Duty!" – a limited-time event. Same caveat: check in-game event menu for exact objectives and Polychrome payouts.

Historically, ZZZ events award Polychromes, Dennies, and upgrade materials. Plan to clear the earliest stages of both events before the first weekend to avoid missing time-gated rewards.

Teams and Synergies

Anomaly Agents thrive in Disorder compositions. Phoenix (Fire) pairs naturally with other Fire or Ether Anomaly units to trigger consistent attribute procs. Velina (Wind) is more experimental—Wind Anomaly has limited support, so you may need to rely on generic Anomaly buffers or future releases.

Both Agents benefit from Anomaly Proficiency and Anomaly Mastery stats. If you pull either, check your W-Engine and drive disc inventory for Anomaly-focused sets before spending resources on new ones.

Pre-Patch and Day-1 Priorities

If you have not updated yet, finish any lingering limited-time content from 3.2 before maintenance. After updating, claim compensation rewards (if any) and check the new story chapter unlock requirements. For a deeper look at the narrative, see our ZZZ 3.3 Story ‘Journey to the Sky’ Explained.

Also, review the ZZZ 3.3 Update: Maintenance, Banners & Rewards for compensation details and any schedule adjustments.

Conclusion

Version 3.3 is a character-focused patch. Phoenix and Velina offer two distinct Anomaly playstyles, but without official kit numbers, cautious spending is wise. Clear the new story and events first, then decide if either banner fits your roster. For more breakdowns, including the Special Program recap, stay tuned to EarlyGG.