Zenless Zone Zero Ellen Joe Character Guide: Build, Skills, and Team Compositions

Ellen Joe, an S-Rank Ice DMG DPS in Zenless Zone Zero, excels as a hypercarry with straightforward mechanics and devastating burst potential. This guide covers optimal builds, team synergies, and strategies to maximize her performance.  

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1. Ellen Joe Overview  

- Role: Ice-Attuned Main DPS (Hypercarry)  

- Strengths:  

  - High sustained and burst damage through empowered Normal Attacks and Ultimate.  

  - Simple playstyle focused on spamming Normal Attacks under "Frigid" buffs.  

  - Versatile in both mono-Ice and hybrid teams.  

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2. Skill Priority  

Prioritize leveling these skills for maximum efficiency:  

1. Normal Attack (Lv. 10): Primary source of damage, especially when enhanced by Frigid stacks.  

2. Ultimate (Termination Skill) (Lv. 10): Massive AoE burst with high multipliers; grants Ice DMG buffs.  

3. Special Skill (Lv. 8): Enhances survivability and provides interrupt resistance.  

4. Dodge (Lv. 6): Unlocks Frigid stacks and improves mobility.  

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3. Best Weapons (Sonumbra)  

- ★★★★★ [S-Rank] Deep-Sea Visitor (Best-in-Slot):  

  - Boosts Ice DMG by 25% and increases CRIT Rate after Normal/Evasion Attacks.  

- ★★★★☆ [A-Rank] Cannon Rotor:  

  - Grants CRIT Rate and bonus DMG on CRIT hits (ideal for F2P or early game).  

- ★★★ [B-Rank] Lunar Phase - Waxing:  

  - Enhances Energy Regen and Normal Attack DMG (budget option).  

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4. Driver Set Recommendations  

- Optimal Set:  

  - 4-Piece Arctic Heavy Metal: +30% Ice DMG and +25% Normal Attack DMG.  

  - 2-Piece Woodpecker Electro: +15% CRIT Rate.  

- Main Stats:  

  - IV Slot: CRIT DMG  

  - V Slot: Ice DMG%  

  - VI Slot: ATK%  

- Substats: CRIT Rate/DMG > ATK% > PEN.  

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5. Team Compositions  

Mono-Ice Team (Endgame Focus)  

- Ellen Joe (DPS): Core damage dealer.  

- Von Lycaon (Sub-DPS): Applies crowd control and Freeze for Ellen’s CRIT DMG bonuses.  

- Soukaku (Support): Provides ATK buffs and Energy regeneration.  

Early-Game Team  

- Ellen Joe (DPS): Primary carry.  

- Anby (Free unit): Shielder/Sub-DPS for survivability.  

- Soukaku (Support): Buffs and Energy support.  

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6. Advanced Tips  

- Frigid Stack Management: Use Evasion and Special Skills to maintain Frigid stacks, empowering Normal Attacks.  

- Ultimate Timing: Activate after applying Freeze (via teammates) to maximize burst damage.  

- Constellations:  

  - A1 (Frostbite Omen): Reduces Frigid stack consumption and boosts CRIT Rate.  

  - B2 (Glacial Predator): Enhances Special Skill combos for higher DPS.  

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7. Why Invest in Ellen Joe?  

Despite Ice’s current meta limitations, Ellen’s raw damage and ease of use make her a top-tier pick. Her ability to shred enemies with minimal setup ensures relevance in both PvE and PvP content.