Zenless Zone Zero Next Banner Revealed: Shocking Roster Shakeups and Missing Roles
By Alexander Ross
Tracking the cadence of Exclusive Channels reveals how HoYoverse distributes combat roles across seasonal cycles. The historical data underscores an ongoing emphasis on Attack and Stun archetypes, contrasted against dry spells for niche battlefield classes.
| Patch Cycle & Phase | Featured S-Rank Agent | Featured A-Rank Lineup | Primary Role Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Version 2.0 (Phase 1) | Yixuan | Ben Bigger, Soukaku | Rupture / Shield Defense |
| Version 2.0 (Phase 2) | Caesar (Rerun) | Lucy, Piper | Defense / Physical Anomaly |
| Version 2.2 (Current) | Manato | Billy Kid, Anby | Single-Target Attack / Stun |
| Upcoming Phase | Unannounced Exclusive S-Rank | Nicole, Anton | Ether Crowd Control / Electric Burst |
The pipeline highlights clear operational habits. Attack and Support combinations cycle through steady rotations every two versions, whereas specialized archetypes appear intermittently. For players managing limited free-to-play currencies, this pacing dictates strict pull discipline.
Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.
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