Nangong Yu stands out among Stun agents in Zenless Zone Zero because she blends Anomaly scaling with traditional Impact-based gameplay. Unlike standard stunners, she converts Anomaly stats into raw stun power while buffing the entire squad.
This Nangong Yu build guide in Zenless Zone Zero will help you build her properly so you can maximize stun uptime, boost your team’s damage, and avoid common mistakes.
Nangong Yu Overview and Playstyle in Zenless Zone Zero
Image via HoYoverse
Nangong Yu is an S-Rank Ether Stun agent who functions as a hybrid support. Instead of stacking pure Impact, she leans heavily into Anomaly stats, which then convert into Impact through her kit.
You are not just stunning enemies faster, you are also enabling stronger Anomaly damage and longer stun windows for your DPS.
She usually works best with short field time. Bring her in briefly, apply Daze, then swap to your main DPS during the stun window.
Her kit revolves around converting Anomaly stats into Impact while triggering Abloom and Disorder effects. At the same time, she improves team damage and overall stun efficiency, which is why she performs so well in Anomaly-focused teams.
Because of that, building her like a standard Stun unit will noticeably hurt her performance.
Best W-Engines for Nangong Yu in Zenless Zone Zero
Image via HoYoverse and Zenless Zone Zero wiki
W-Engine choice matters more here because her scaling works differently from most Stun units.
Neon Fantasies is her best overall option, mainly because it directly boosts both her Anomaly scaling and team buffs. If you don’t have it, Steam Oven works as a solid F2P alternative thanks to its Impact scaling from Energy.
Here’s a quick comparison:
| W-Engine | Why It Works |
| Neon Fantasies (S-Rank) | Best synergy with her Anomaly scaling and team buffs |
| Hellfire Gears (S-Rank) | Strong Impact boosts and good off-field energy regen |
| The Restrained (S-Rank) | Reliable stun-focused option |
| Steam Oven (A-Rank) | Best budget pick for Impact stacking |
| Six Shooter (A-Rank) | Decent fallback for early builds |
If you plan to use her long-term, her signature is worth picking up since no other Stun weapon scales this well with Anomaly.
Best Drive Discs and Main Stats for Nangong Yu
Image via HoYoverse
This is where most builds for Nangong Yu in Zenless Zone Zero usually go wrong. Even though she is a Stun unit, her best setup still starts with Anomaly stats rather than pure Impact.
The most consistent setup uses a mix of Phaethon’s Melody and Freedom Blues. You can run either 4-piece Phaethon’s Melody with 2-piece Freedom Blues or flip the combination depending on your available stats.
Both combinations work. The goal is simple: stack as much Anomaly Mastery and Proficiency as possible.
Main Stat Priority:
- Slot 4: Anomaly Proficiency
- Slot 5: Ether DMG% or ATK%
- Slot 6: Anomaly Mastery
This works well because her passive already turns extra Mastery into Impact, so the build gets value from both sides.
How to Play Nangong Yu
Her kit looks complicated at first, but the upgrade order is simple.
You should prioritize her Core Skill first, followed by Basic Attack, then Chain and Special Attacks. Assist and Dodge can be upgraded last since they have minimal impact on her overall performance.
The Core Skill matters the most since it unlocks her Anomaly-to-Impact conversion and team buffs.
Tips to Use Her Efficiently
- Always enter fights with her buffs ready, then swap out
- Use charged Basic Attacks to apply strong Daze
- Save EX Special for team buff windows
- Pair her with Anomaly DPS for maximum value
Note: A common mistake is keeping her on-field longer than needed. She performs better as a burst support stunner, not a main carry.
Best Teams for Nangong Yu
Image via HoYoverse
In Zenless Zone Zero, Nangong Yu fits best in Anomaly teams and Angels of Delusion lineups.
- Nangong Yu + Aria + Sunna
- Nangong Yu + Hoshimi Miyabi + Sunna
- Nangong Yu + Aria + Yuzuha
The Aria & Sunna core is her cleanest setup. It lets Aria take full advantage of Nangong Yu’s stun window and support buffs.
You can also run her with premium Anomaly carries. She works especially well with characters that rely on Disorder or burst damage during stun windows.
Editor Reommendation’s:
- How to Break Mewgenics with Blood Frenzy?
- How to Unlock the Jester Class in Mewgenics
- Every Zenless Zone Zero 2.7 Code and How to Redeem Them
FAQs
Is Nangong Yu a DPS or support?
She is primarily a support and stun hybrid character. Her role is to enable DPS units, not replace them.
Is Nangong Yu a DPS or support?
Neon Fantasies is the best choice due to its Anomaly scaling and team buffs.
Should I build Impact or Anomaly stats?
Anomaly stats come first because they feed directly into her Impact scaling.
Is Nangong Yu good for F2P players?
Yes. With Steam Oven and proper Drive Discs, she performs very well even without premium gear.
What team works best with Nangong Yu?
Aria + Sunna + Nangong Yu is her most reliable team for general use.
Which skill should I upgrade first?
Focus on her Core Skill, then Basic Attack. These provide the biggest performance boost.
Can Nangong Yu work without Anomaly teammates?
She can, but her full potential is unlocked when paired with Anomaly-based DPS units.
