Astra Yao, the renowned singer from the Stars of Lyra faction, is set to join the roster of Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) as an S-Rank Ether Support Agent on January 22, 2025, coinciding with the game’s Version 1.5 update.
Astra Yao’s Abilities and Playstyle
Astra Yao introduces a unique blend of offensive buffs and healing capabilities, marking her as the game’s first healer. Her signature mechanic, Idyllic Cadenza, allows her to boost the damage and critical damage of all allies while in this state. During Idyllic Cadenza, Astra remains on the field even when other agents are active, providing continuous support. She can enter this state by using her Special Attack, and holding it with sufficient energy creates Chord, enabling Quick Assists and Tremolo attacks. Her Ultimate ability deals Ether damage to enemies and heals all squad members, further enhancing her support role.
Optimal Build for Astra Yao
To maximize Astra Yao’s potential, consider the following build components:
- W-Engines:
- Elegant Vanity (S-Rank): This is Astra’s signature W-Engine, offering a substantial attack boost and energy regeneration, which synergizes well with her abilities.
- Kaboom the Cannon (A-Rank): A viable alternative that provides an attack buff to the team and enhances energy regeneration.
- Drive Discs:
- Four-piece Astral Voice and two-piece Swing Jazz: This combination increases attack and energy regeneration, aligning with Astra’s need for high attack stats and frequent ability usage.
Team Compositions Featuring Astra Yao
Astra Yao’s versatility allows her to fit into various team setups. Notable compositions include:
- Disorder Team:
- Agents: Miyabi, Yanagi, and Astra Yao
- Synergy: Astra’s buffs enhance the damage output of Miyabi and Yanagi, facilitating smooth quick-swap rotations and maximizing disorder triggers.
- Fire Quickswap Hypercarry:
- Agents: Evelyn, Lighter, and Astra Yao
- Synergy: Astra’s damage and critical buffs amplify Evelyn’s fire-based attacks, while Lighter provides additional fire buffs and debuffs, creating a powerful offensive trio.
Promotion Materials for Astra Yao
To fully upgrade Astra Yao, players will need the following materials:
- Total Promotion Materials:
- Basic Support Certification Seal x4
- Advanced Support Certification Seal x32
- Ruler Certification Seal x30
- Denny x800,000
- Total Skill Upgrade Materials:
- Basic Ether Chip x5
- Advanced Ether Chip x15
- Specialized Ether Chip x50
- Hamster Cage Pass x1
- Denny x500,000
- Total Core Skill Upgrade Materials:
- Notorious Hunt Material x9
- Expert Challenge Material x60
- Denny x400,000
These materials are essential for enhancing Astra Yao’s performance and unlocking her full potential.
Astra Yao’s introduction to Zenless Zone Zero brings a fresh dynamic to team compositions with her unique support and healing abilities. Players should prepare to integrate her into their squads to take advantage of her versatile skill set upon her release.
