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With over a dozen characters inZenless Zone Zeroto play, you might be at a loss for which characters to build first. There’s a lot to understand about each character and how they work, but we’ll help you get started with the best gear and equipment, along with what skills should be prioritized.
Nekomiya Mana, known as Nekomata, is a great agent to have in your party. However, she requires careful building to make the msot of her abilities. We’ll break down how she works and how to amplify her skills in combat so you can tackle any enemies that cross your path.
Best Builds For Nekomata
Nekomata is a ferocious feline character thatemphasizes Physical DMG and Attack prowess. Nimble and aglie, she’ll bolt around the field totackle enemies from behindand tear them apart.
That is, of course, if you’vegiven her the right equipmentto do so. Not all gear is designed to compliment her skills, but we’ve broken down withthe best W-Engines and Drive Discsfor Nekomata.
Below, you’ll find out top recommendations to have Nekomatadealing lots of damagein a short amount of time:
1
Steel Cushion
AsNekomata’s signature W-Engine, this is the perfect equipment for her. Itincreases the Physical DMGshe does while giving her asignificant increase when attacking from behind.
2
The Brimstone
This W-Engine willincrease Nekomata’s ATKwhen most of her attacks hit an enemy, making her deal more damage in combat.
3
Starlight Engine
Nekomata will enjoy aboost to her ATK when she uses a Dodge Counter or Quick Assist, though it won’t last for long.
4
Street Superstar
UsingChain Attacks will build charges, which can be used to make Nekomata’s Ultimate attack even more powerful when fully stacked.
5
Cannon Rotor
With a flatincrease to ATK, Nekomata will hit harder and gain anadditional bonus from dealing a critical hitto enemies unfortunate to cross her path
Synergy With Nekomata
Woodpecker Electro
As a four-piece set, Nekomata’sCRIT Rate will be boosted, along with her ATK whenever she lands a critical hit on enemies using specific attacks.
Fanged Metal
As a two-piece set, Fanged Metal will give Nekomata a much-appreciatedboost to her Physical DMG.
Puffer Electro
As a four-piece set, Puffer Electroincreases Nekomata’s PEN Ratio and Ultimate DMG. Pair this with a two-piece set of Woodpecker for an added bonus.
Best Bangboo For Nekomata
Bangboos are little helpers thatsupport your teamin combat. From healing the party to dealing damage to enemies,every Bangboo in Zenless Zone Zerois a useful ally when paired with the right agent.
Below are the best Bangboos to bring along with Nekomata:
Amillion
Amillion is afierce fighting machinethat builds a tiny machine gun thatcontinuously deals Physical DMGas it sprays enemies with bullets.
Avocaboo
When your focus is on dealing damage, you won’t spend much time watching your health. Avocaboo canhelp you with healingby shooting juice bubbles at the squad.
Exploreboo
Exploreboo is a curious little fellow thatbuffs the squad with a random effect, whether it’s generating a shield, healing, or increasing your Energy Regen. If you bring aSupport character, like Nicole,the buffs will get stronger.
Sumoboo
Sumoboo is great atinterrupting different attacksfor Nekomata to swoop in and deal damage. If you bring aStun character, like Anby,you’ll enjoy an increase to your Daze as well.
Nekomata Skill Overview And Priority
Building Nekomata is more than just giving her great equipment and knowing how to use her kit. You’ll also need toupgrade vital skillsthat compliment her fighting style to get the most out of every hit.
HerCore Skill is incredibly importantto upgrade, as itincreases the DMG boostshe enjoys from her Dodge Counter and Quick Assist. Since she moves quickly, this should be your top priority.
Her other skills are important, but almost none are as impactful as her passive skill.
Below is the best order to upgrade Nekomata’s skills to get the most of your resources without wasting them:
Nekomata’s Special Attack is useful, but you likely won’t be using it as much as other abilities and attacks. HerChain Attack is vital to max outas soon as you can after her Basic Attack since it willamplify the damage from her Ultimateas well.
Building Nekomata properly will help hercarry your team through difficult battles, so if you’re lucky enough to pull Nekomata, make sure to use her to the best of your ability in combat.
