ZZZ Carrot Smuggling Event Guide: Dates & Rewards

Zenless Zone Zero's latest limited-time event sends Proxies on a detective-style investigation alongside Crowe and Hobble. The Carrot smuggling case event runs from 2026-10-03 10:00 to 2026-10-19 03:59 (server time), offering Polychromes, Boopons, and upgrade materials for those who participate.

If you're looking for more Zenless Zone Zero news, this event is part of the Version 3.2 cycle, which launched on 2026-09-09 with new Agents and story content. Here's everything you need to know about the event, from unlock requirements to reward breakdowns.

At a Glance

• Event Duration: 2026-10-03 10:00 – 2026-10-19 03:59 (server time)
• Requirements: Inter-Knot Lv. 20 and Main Story Chapter 1 – Intermission completed
• Key Characters: Crowe and Hobble (detective agency)
• Commissions: 5 total — "Secret Contact," "Logistics Spy," "Port of Entry Investigation," "Boo-Controlled Arrest," and "Pins and Truth"
• Rewards: Polychromes, Boopons, upgrade materials

Event Details

The event unfolds across five commission incidents. You'll team up with Crowe and Hobble to investigate a Carrot smuggling operation, uncovering clues and confronting suspects. Each commission unlocks sequentially: you must complete the previous one and reach a specified time before the next becomes available. This time-gating means you can't rush through all five in one sitting, so plan your play sessions accordingly.

The commissions are:

1. Secret Contact
2. Logistics Spy
3. Port of Entry Investigation
4. Boo-Controlled Arrest
5. Pins and Truth

Not stated in official materials: the exact time intervals between unlocks or the specific enemies you'll face. Expect a mix of combat and investigation phases, typical of ZZZ's event design.

Rewards Breakdown

Completing the event commissions yields a standard but valuable reward pool:

• Polychromes — the premium currency for pulls
• Boopons — used for Bangboo gacha
• Upgrade materials — likely character and W-Engine ascension items

The exact quantities are not stated in official materials, but based on similar events, you can expect a few hundred Polychromes total. For F2P players, this is a solid opportunity to stock up for future banners. If you're saving for upcoming Agents, don't skip this.

Participation Tips

• Check your progression: You need Inter-Knot Lv. 20 and Chapter 1 – Intermission done. If you're a new player, prioritize the main story to unlock the event.
• Log in daily: Since commissions unlock over time, spreading your play sessions helps you stay on track.
• Team synergy: Crowe and Hobble are likely trial characters or story NPCs, but you can use your own roster. Bring a balanced team with a mix of damage and support to handle unknown enemy types.
• Resource planning: The upgrade materials can help build the new 3.2 Agents like Roxy or Promeia. If you pulled them, this event can accelerate their progression.

For more on the 3.2 update, see our ZZZ 3.2 Banners: Roxy & Promeia Guide and ZZZ 3.2 'Their Secret Histories': Banners, Events & Rewards.

Conclusion

The Carrot smuggling event is a straightforward, rewarding activity for Proxies who meet the requirements. With Polychromes and Boopons on the line, it's worth clearing all five commissions before 2026-10-19. Keep an eye on unlock timers and enjoy the detective work with Crowe and Hobble.