Zenless Zone Zero's Yixuan: Abilities Deep Dive
Get ready to meet Yixuan, the highly anticipated new character coming to Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ)! Leaks from the beta version have revealed a fascinating kit, hinting at a powerful and versatile character. Let's break down her abilities.
Basic Attacks and Dodges
Yixuan's basic attacks are a series of five strikes, dealing Ether DMG. A particularly interesting mechanic is her ability to trigger a Perfect Dodge during her fifth attack. This dodge isn't just for evading attacks; it also activates the Grand Tai Chi Formation, a powerful follow-up attack also dealing Ether DMG. An even stronger version, the Enhanced Grand Tai Chi Formation, can be triggered under specific conditions, offering increased energy recovery, interruption resistance, and even Extreme Vision status.
Special Attacks: Wing Explosion and More
Yixuan's special attacks are equally impressive. Her regular special attack also deals Ether DMG and allows for a Perfect Dodge. But the real highlight is her EX Special Attacks: "Wing Flap," a charging uppercut attack that provides protection while charging, and "Gather Tai Chi Ball," a continuously charging attack that also allows for a Perfect Dodge before entering Extreme Vision.
Core Skills and Ultimate Abilities
Yixuan's core passive abilities are key to understanding her playstyle. Her Sheer Force scales with her maximum HP, allowing for increased damage output. She also has impressive energy recovery mechanics, both in and out of combat, but entering a Depletion state if she runs out of energy. However, this state isn't entirely negative, as it unlocks a special ultimate attack and energy regeneration options.
Her ultimate ability involves a flurry of wing attacks. Interestingly, when triggered, she distributes HP amongst her party members. Furthermore, accumulating Talisman Value via energy consumption allows her to unleash another ultimate, the Thousand Talisman Attack, offering invulnerability. She also boasts additional abilities which trigger based on party composition, providing energy and damage boosts.
Chain Attack and Sheer DMG
Yixuan's chain attack is a powerful Ether DMG dealing wing explosion. Notably, many of her attacks — Enhanced Grand Tai Chi Formation, EX Special Attacks, Chain Attack, and Ultimate — are classified as Sheer DMG, ignoring enemy defense and receiving a substantial damage bonus.
While these abilities are based on beta leaks, they paint a picture of a compelling and versatile character. The exact specifics might change before her official release, but one thing is clear: Yixuan is shaping up to be a force to be reckoned with in Zenless Zone Zero.
Source: Destructoid