Zenless Zone Zero 2.3: Lucia, Yidhari, & Timesworn Hills Arr
Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.3 brings Lucia, Yidhari, new gameplay modes, and major events. See banners, event priorities, and expert F2P advice now.
Tyler Smith Lucia Headlines ZZZ 2.3: Why This Patch Changes Everything
Zenless Zone Zero ushers in a transformative update with Version 2.3 "Memories of Dreams Bygone". The arrival of Lucia (Support – Ether) and Yidhari (Rupture – Ice) as new S-rank units—alongside a sprawling Timesworn Hills exploration region—marks a true meta shift. For Proxies seeking to keep up, grasping the new event cycle and optimizing pull strategies is essential as banners, modes, and F2P priorities evolve between 2025-10-15 and 2025-11-26 (UTC+8).
Here’s your expert EarlyGG breakdown of every essential change, event, and gacha consideration in ZZZ 2.3—with actionable advice for both spenders and F2P players.
At a Glance: V2.3 Highlights
- Start: 2025-10-15 06:00 (UTC+8) | Update Duration: ~5 hours
- New S-Rank Agents: Lucia (Support, Ether), Yidhari (Rupture, Ice)
- A-Rank Addition: Komano Manato (Rupture, Fire) — permanent pool from 2.4 onward
- Exploration: Unlocks Timesworn Hills; new enemy types, events, and achievements
- Major Events: Multiple login, accessory, and banner-linked task events
- Primogem Equivalent (Polychrome): Up to 600 via compensation
Banner Schedule & Featured Units
| Phase | Start (UTC+8) | End (UTC+8) | Banner Name | Rate-ups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 2025-10-15 06:00 | (Not stated officially) | Wandering Night Lantern | Lucia (S, Ether, Support) + W-Engine |
| Phase 2 | (Not stated officially) | 2025-11-26 06:00 | Alone in a Shared Dream | Yidhari (S, Ice, Rupture) + W-Engine |
| Equipment | See above per phase | See above | Dissonant Sonata & Dazzling Choir | Dreamlit Hearth, Kraken’s Cradle |
- A-Rank Komano Manato added to the "Star-Studded Cast" pool in 2.4+
- Exact split dates for banner phases not stated in official materials
Should You Pull? — F2P & Optimal Guidance
Lucia brings the most potent Ether support kit to date, increasing Sheer Force and team HP, effectively redefining high-value cores around Ether damage and sustained pushes. Yidhari functions as a high-risk, high-reward Rupture DPS, scaling damage based on low HP and offering unique synergy if played aggressively with proper heal rotations or shields.
| Player Type | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| F2P | Pull for Lucia if your roster lacks Ether support or team HP boosters. Her banner is likely the safest all-round investment, as her support makes future high-damage comps more accessible. |
| Low/Mid Spend | Strongly consider at least one round of pulls for Lucia; whale pulls on Yidhari for DPS collectors, but beware overlap with reruns. |
| Meta Optimizers | Plan Signal Search and Master Tape usage ahead; weigh upcoming rerun cycles (unconfirmed at the time of publication). |
Banner Currency Notes
- Main banners are Signal Search, with S-rank pull rates set at 0.6% (unconfirmed; check in-game rate card).
- Compensation grants: 600 Polychrome (split across update and issue fix; claim before 2025-11-14 23:59 UTC+8).
- A-Rank Komano Manato and Grill O’Wisp added to stable pools from 2.4 onward for currency efficiency.
Teams & Synergy Snapshots
- Lucia (Support – Ether) thrives beside Burn or Electric main DPS agents, grouping and buffing teams with active healing and HP scaling, perfect for deep Hollow Zero runs.
- Yidhari (Rupture – Ice) best suits aggressive sub-cores (shielders or revivers preferred); scale up risk for higher DPS numbers in time-attack content.
- Komano Manato (Rupture – Fire): strong F2P pick, pairs with units needing Blazing Heart or Fire procs; survivability covers auto and manual modes well.
Events, Rewards, and Key Timelines
| Event | Eligibility/Reqs | Reward Highlights | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signal Search Thank-You Gift | Spend Encrypted Master Tapes in any limited Channel | Vivian outfit, Proxy accessories | End of 2.4 |
| The Inverted Night Lantern | Lv. 15+, “Mole in the Hole (I)” complete | Lucia TV schedule, progression | 2025-11-24 03:59 (server time) |
| When Dreams Remain Unfinished | Lv. 15+, Agent Story | Materials, Polychrome | 2025-11-24 03:59 |
| SNAP! Shining Strike | Lv. 15+, Agent Story | Event mats, badges | 2025-11-10 03:59 |
| En-Nah Into Your Lap | Lv. 8+, Event unlocked | Boopon x10 (pull currency) | 2025-11-25 03:59 |
| Chronicle of Counseling | Lv. 15+, Agent Story | Miscellaneous | 2025-11-17 03:59 |
- For all timed mail, rewards expire after 30 days—plan logins accordingly.
New Modes, Quality-of-Life, and Systems
Gameplay
- Silver Blade Unleashed: Player-facing overhaul for Soldier 0 – Anby; unlock new skills, combos, and enhanced passives (requires ownership).
- Threshold Simulation: Branching Echoes: High-level, puzzle-combat mode—unlocked at Inter-Knot Lv. 55.
- Timesworn Hills: Open-world zone with region events and new enemy types; accesses from new Main Story content.
Shiyu Defense & Deadly Assault
- Outpost Archives: Track stats for 6 recent runs. Badge displays added for both PvE and challenge modes.
- Balance tweaks impact CRIT/Sheer/Ether scaling per phase (listed above in patch notes summary).
General QoL
- UI: Navigation, event calendar, and inventory sorting streamlined.
- New collectibles, avatars, and animated wallpapers for featured characters.
- Voice acting, skill description, and translation updates (all languages).
Essential Pre-Patch Checklist
- Hit Inter-Knot Lv. 4 before 2025-10-15 06:00 (UTC+8) for compensation.
- Clear up to Main Story S2 Chapter 3—required for new story unlocks.
- Stockpile Tapes, Boopon, and upgrade mats for banner launches.
Day-1 Priorities After Maintenance
- Claim update and fix compensation ASAP (expires in 30 days).
- Check event availability; prioritize login and Tape-spend tasks for maximal currency return.
- Begin explorations in Timesworn Hills and engage new challenge bosses for achievements and mats.
- Plan Signal Search pulls, especially if targeting Lucia or Yidhari.
Unconfirmed — Subject to Change
No leaks or unverified features discussed in official materials as of writing. Where banner splits or rates aren’t given in official sources, always refer to in-game banners and rate-up pages on day one for confirmation.
Conclusion & What’s Next
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 lays the groundwork for months of game-changing team comps, open-world activities, and generous event rewards. The debut of Lucia and Yidhari, plus system expansions and new F2P-friendly A-rank additions, should keep all player types busy well into 2.4. As always, check EarlyGG’s Zenless Zone Zero guides for real-time banner updates, composition theorycrafts, and detailed patch analysis as the version matures.