Optimizing Zuyu: Build and Strategy Overview

Aug 19, 2024

Lecture Notes: Zuyu Character Build and Strategy

Introduction

  • Focus: Optimal build for Zuyu, the new ether-type unit in the game.
  • Goal: Maximize Zuyu's damage potential.
  • Importance: Efficiently manage Zuyu's skills and build to enhance gameplay.

Zuyu's Kit Breakdown

Basic Attack

  • Functionality:
    • Basic attack deals both physical and ether damage.
    • Ether damage is the primary damage source.
    • Each basic attack counts as a dash, useful for avoiding enemy attacks.
  • Shotgun Mechanic:
    • Holding attack button allows firing shotgun shells.
    • Shotgun mode requires building up bullets through skills or attacks.

Skills and EX Skill

  • Basic Skill:
    • Can be used three times, provides anti-interrupt state.
  • EX Skill:
    • Launches explosive ether damage and regenerates bullets for suppressive fire mode.
  • Ultimate Move:
    • Fires lasers and rockets, offering enhanced shotgun shells.
    • Core passive enhances damage when using shotgun shells, especially on stunned enemies.

Core Skills

  • Core Passive:
    • Damage boost for using enhanced shotgun shells on stunned enemies.
    • Additional ability: 30% crit rate increase if a support character or same faction character is present.

Best W Engines

  • Signature Weapon: Best in slot.
  • BP Weapon (Cannon Rotor): Provides crit rate, attack, and significant damage buff.
  • Starlight Stint: Universal option, provides attack boosts with dodge countering.
  • B Rank W Engine: Good for early to mid-game; provides attack and damage increase on chain/ultimate moves.

Best Disk Drives

  • Chaotic Metal: Best 4-piece set, focuses on ether damage and crit damage.
  • Woodpecker Electro: Provides crit rate and attack boosts, universal for DPS characters.
  • Jazz Set: Focus on energy regen, useful for maximizing enhanced buck shots.

Recommended Stats

  • Main Stats:
    • Focus on crit rate, crit damage, and attack percentage.
    • Ensure at least 70% crit rate.
  • Sub Stats:
    • Penetration ratio, crit rate, crit damage, attack percentage.

Best Team Composition

  • Primary Team: Zuyu, Nicole, and MBE - free-to-play friendly.
  • Alternative Team: Hybrid ice team with Lycon and Reena for enhanced pin ratio and damage.

Future Prospects

  • Zuyu's potential to improve as more ether characters are introduced.

Conclusion

  • Zuyu has a promising strategic role with the right build and team setup.
  • Future updates and additional characters will enhance her capabilities.

Reflection

  • The lecture provided a detailed guide on optimizing Zuyu for maximum efficiency.
  • Understanding her complex kit and choosing appropriate gear are crucial for gameplay success.
  • The focus was also on flexible team compositions to complement her strengths.

Note: The speaker concluded by inviting feedback on the presentation and suggestions for future content.