Summary
A recent leak fromZenless Zone Zerois hinting at the variety of buffs players will be able to utilize in the Version 1.5 rotations of Shiyu Defense. HoYoverse’s newest urban action RPG has introduced several different forms of endgame content since its July launch, ranging from roguelike dungeons to combat challenges.The Hollow Zero game modetasks players with navigating mazes in the Hollow, acquiring different buffs along the way, while game modes like Deadly Assault feature some of the most powerful enemies in the game. New leaks are now showcasing the next rotation of a popular endgame challenge.
Shiyu Defense serves asZenless Zone Zero’s traditional endgame gauntlet, similar to game modes from HoYoverse’s past titles. Shiyu Defense offers a rotating lineup of powerful enemies for players to challenge, often adding newer enemies and bosses to the game mode with each update. The game mode also provides unique buffs to specific playstyles, often catered towards empowering the game’s most recent character releases. Now, Version 1.5’s rotation of Shiyu Defense is seeing its unique buffs teased.
Zenless Zone Zero Leak Shows Buffs for 1.5 Shiyu Defense
A new update shared by prominentZenless Zone Zeroleaker New Eridu News Stand is showcasing thedifferent buffs for Version 1.5’s Shiyu Defense. According to the post, the first rotation will feature the “Short-Range Combat” buff, boosting Crit DMG by 20% and increasing ATK teamwidewhen triggering Quick Assist. “Unbeatable Stance” will come during the second rotation, increasing Fire and Ice damage by 20% and buffing the damage and Energy provided by Chain Attacks. The final rotation, “Lightning Quick,” increases Impact by 25% and reduces enemies' Defense when hit by Chain Attacks.
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As with past updates, Version 1.5’s Shiyu Defense looks to heavily benefitZenless Zone Zero’s newest characters. Astra Yao is expected to make heavy use of Assists and Chain Attacks through her kit, likely seeing significant benefits from the boosts coming to Shiyu Defense. Evelyn will also debut as a new Fire Attack character, benefitting from the Fire and Crit bonuses available during the first two rotations. The Version 1.5 update is currently expected to launch on January 22, with Astra Yao rumored to appear in the first half of the update and Evelyn in the second half.
Zenless Zone Zero’s Version 1.5 will look to follow up one of the largest patches since the urban action RPG’s release. Version 1.4 saw the debut of two of the game’s most highly-anticipated characters in Hoshimi Miyabi and Asaba Harumasa, alongside the conclusion to the “first arc” ofZenless Zone Zero’s story. The update also introduceda major expansion to Hollow Zeroalongside new game modes like the previously mentioned Deadly Assault and “Array Mode” within the game’s Story missions. Version 1.5 looks to continueZenless Zone Zero’s momentum with new characters and game mode updates.
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WHERE TO PLAY
Don’t go into the Hollows.I know, I know, there’s Ether in the Hollows, bizarre creations, even heritage of the old civilization, all precious treasures. But don’t forget, there’s also spatial disorder, monsters and mutants running rampant, and ultimately, a disaster that could swallow the world. They are not a place where ordinary people should go.So don’t go into Hollows.Or at least, don’t go in alone.If you insist on getting into danger, go to New Eridu first.This city where the good and the bad mix has many people who need the Hollows: Powerful wealthy tycoons, gangs that stalk the streets, conspiracy nuts, and ruthless officials.Make your preparations there, find strong allies, and most importantly—Find a “Proxy”.Only they can guide people out of the maze-like Hollows.Good luck!
