ZZZ Tier List 2.6: Best Characters & Meta Guide

Zenless Zone Zero Tier List 2.6: The Best Agents Right Now

Zenless Zone Zero version 2.6 has settled, and the meta has shifted once again. With the Angels of Delusion faction now in the roster, players are reassessing which Agents deserve their Polychromes and which are best left on the bench. This tier list reflects performance in the current endgame modes—Shiyu Defense, Hollow Zero, and high-difficulty commissions—based on testing across all available characters.

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At a Glance

• S+ Tier dominates with Astra Yao, Dialyn, Miyabi, Trigger, Vivian, Ye Shunguang, Yixuan, and Yuzuha.
• Aria debuts in S Tier, but her full potential is locked behind future allies.
• Rupture and Anomaly teams remain top-tier, but require specific supports.
• F2P-friendly options like Nicole, Soukaku, and Lucy still hold value in A Tier and below.

S+ Tier: The Meta-Defining Agents

These characters define the current endgame. They either enable entire team archetypes or provide unmatched utility.

Astra Yao

ZZZ's first dedicated healer, Astra Yao remains the premier support. Her Idyllic Cadenza state grants teamwide buffs and converts quick assists into chain attacks, skipping daze buildup. She fits almost any comp but shines with Miyabi + Yanagi or Jane + Burnice.

Dialyn

Dialyn is the ultimate enabler for crit-based Attack and Rupture Agents. Her seven-part combo builds Daze and converts chain attacks into ultimates, extending stun windows. She pairs best with Yidhari, Evelyn, Hugo, and especially Yixuan.

Miyabi

Miyabi remains the undisputed burst DPS queen. Her Frost attribute inflicts Frostbite, Freeze, and Shatter, and her damage ceiling is unmatched. She demands heavy investment and specific supports like Soukaku or Nicole, but the payoff is immense.

Trigger

Trigger is the quintessential off-field Stun unit. She builds Daze with charged shots and provides Aftershock support, making her ideal for Miyabi or Soldier 0 – Anby. Her consistency and ease of use keep her at the top.

Vivian

Vivian bridges sub-DPS and support for Anomaly teams. Her Featherbloom attacks scale with the Anomaly proficiency of the trigger character, making her a force multiplier for Alice, Yanagi, Jane Doe, and Burnice.

Ye Shunguang

As a Void Hunter, Ye Shunguang brings the unique Honed Edge attribute and the Enlightened Mind state, unleashing a 16-second barrage of empowered attacks. She synergizes with Dialyn and Zhao for devastating results.

Yixuan

Yixuan is the first Rupture and Auric Ink Agent, dealing Sheer damage that ignores defense. Her dual ultimates and EX specials make her a complex but rewarding hypercarry. She requires Pan Yinhu, Ju Fufu, Astra Yao, or Trigger to function optimally.

Yuzuha

Yuzuha is a top-tier buffer for Anomaly teams. Her Tanuki Wish grants teamwide attack and anomaly buffs, while Sweet Scare provides off-field follow-up attacks. She pairs excellently with Miyabi, Jane, and Yanagi.

S Tier: Strong and Versatile

These Agents are excellent but may require specific teammates or investment to reach their peak.

• Alice: Physical Anomaly DPS with easy Assault triggers. Best with Vivian or Yuzuha.
• Aria: Ether Anomaly sub-DPS. Her Fandom Power mechanic is strong, but she lacks ideal partners outside the Angels of Delusion.
• Evelyn: Fire Attack with high skill ceiling. Needs Astra Yao and Lighter for optimal performance.
• Ju Fufu: Fire Stun with off-field Daze and Aftershock. Tailored for Yixuan but works elsewhere.
• Lighter: Fire/Ice Stun support. Extends stun duration and buffs team damage.
• Lucia: Rupture buffer. Essential for Yixuan teams but niche otherwise.
• Orphie & Magus: Versatile duo with on-field and off-field DPS. Synergizes with Seed and Soldier 0 – Anby.
• Seed: Electric Attack that buffs other Attack Agents. Best with Orphie & Magus.
• Sunna: Physical Support for Ether Veil teams. Ideal for Ye Shunguang, Zhao, and Aria.
• Yanagi: Anomaly DPS with Polarity Disorder. Complex but powerful.
• Yidhari: Ice Rupture that sacrifices HP for damage. Needs Lucia and Lycaon.
• Zhao: Off-field support for Ye Shunguang. Provides teamwide damage buffs.

A Tier: Solid but Situational

These characters are viable but often outclassed or require specific comps.

• Banyue: Fire Rupture with a technical kit. High skill ceiling, limited synergy.
• Burnice: Off-field Anomaly sub-DPS. Excellent with Jane Doe.
• Ellen: Ice Attack with a 2.0 rework. Improved but still niche.
• Hugo: Ice burst DPS for stun teams. Needs double Stun supports.
• Jane Doe: Physical Anomaly DPS. Fast and deadly but resource-hungry.
• Lycaon: Ice Stun with high Impact. Reliable but overshadowed.
• Manato: Fire Rupture with HP consumption. Needs Lucia.
• Nicole: Ether support with crowd control. Great for Zhu Yuan.
• Qingyi: Electric Stun with high multiplier. Demands on-field time.
• Soldier 0 – Anby: Electric Attack with Aftershock. Versatile and beginner-friendly.
• Soukaku: Ice support with Fly the Flag. Strong AoE but low personal damage.

B Tier: Niche or Outclassed

These Agents can work but are generally not worth heavy investment unless you lack better options.

• Caesar: Physical Support with shields. Defensive but slows rotations.
• Harumasa: Electric Attack with AoE quivers. Free but needs Stun support.
• Pan Yinhu: Physical Defense for Rupture teams. Only for Yixuan.
• Piper: Physical Anomaly with spin attacks. Good for Assault.
• Pulchra: Physical Support for Aftershock. Niche but useful with Soldier 0 – Anby.
• Rina: Electric Support with PEN buff. Slow but versatile.
• Soldier 11: Fire Attack with high crit. Good for Burn.
• Zhu Yuan: Ether Attack with ranged burst. Synergy with Nicole.

C Tier: Falling Behind

These characters struggle in current endgame content.

• Anton: Electric Attack with Burst Mode. Energy-reliant.
• Billy: Physical AoE with revolvers. Fragile and outclassed.
• Grace: Electric Anomaly with grenades. Slow but can Shock.
• Lucy: Fire Support with Guard Boars. Decent buffs but low damage.
• Nekomata: Physical Attack with high crit. Needs Daze support.

D Tier: Bottom of the Barrel

These Agents are not recommended for serious investment.

• Anby: Electric Stun. Beginner-friendly but outclassed.
• Ben: Fire Defense. High DEF but slow.
• Corin: Physical Attack. Fragile and single-target.
• Seth: Electric Defense. Shield support for Anomaly but slow.

Teams & Synergies

Top Meta Comps

• Miyabi Hypercarry: Miyabi + Astra Yao + Yanagi (or Soukaku/Nicole for budget).
• Yixuan Rupture: Yixuan + Pan Yinhu + Ju Fufu (or Lucia/Astra Yao).
• Ye Shunguang Void: Ye Shunguang + Dialyn + Zhao.
• Anomaly Disorder: Jane Doe + Burnice + Vivian (or Yuzuha).

F2P-Friendly Teams

• Soldier 0 – Anby: SAnby + Nicole + Lucy (or Anby).
• Ellen: Ellen + Soukaku + Lycaon.
• Harumasa: Harumasa + Anby + Nicole.

Should You Pull?

With 2.6 banners featuring Aria and reruns, consider your account needs:

• Aria: Strong Ether Anomaly sub-DPS, but her best team (Angels of Delusion) is incomplete. Pull if you invest in Anomaly or plan to build Sunna and future allies.
• Reruns: If you lack Astra Yao, Miyabi, or Yixuan, prioritize them over new DPS. They are account-defining.
• F2P: Save for 2.7 if you can't guarantee a limited S-Rank. Aria is not mandatory for current content.

Conclusion

The ZZZ 2.6 meta rewards players who invest in synergistic teams. S+ Tier Agents like Astra Yao, Miyabi, and Yixuan remain the safest pulls, while Aria is a future investment. For more detailed builds and banner analysis, see our ZZZ 2.6 banner guide and 2.5 banner breakdown.