Soldier 11, an S-Rank Fire character with Attack Speciality in Zenless Zone Zero, is a powerful addition to your team. You can obtain her through the Star-Studded Cast Banner or as a free regular S-Rank character after 300 pulls. This guide will provide insights into the best Soldier 11 build, including Drive Discs, weapons, and team compositions to maximize her potential.
Why Build Soldier 11?
Understanding Soldier 11’s strengths and how to utilize her kit effectively will enable you to unleash her full power, dealing significant Fire damage and optimizing your team’s performance.
Best Soldier 11 Build Overview
Here’s a quick look at the optimal build for Soldier 11:
- Best Weapon: S-Rank The Brimstone
- Best Drive Disc Set: 4-piece Inferno Metal and 2-piece Swing Jazz
- Best Team: Koleda and Ben
How to Play Soldier 11
Soldier 11’s gameplay revolves around mastering her attack combo and leveraging her Fire Suppression Core Passive. Here are the key aspects to focus on:
- Trigger Fire Suppression frequently: Perform a precise four-hit combo or hit an enemy after a successful dodge. Timing is crucial; slow down your attacks, with roughly half a second between taps. Audio cues can help: listen for the sound of a regular sword slash, a gunshot/sharp wind, and a whip. These sounds indicate the correct timing to press the attack button.
- Maximize damage against stunned enemies: After activating her EX Special Attack and Ultimate, all Basic and Dash Attacks trigger Fire Suppression for up to 15 seconds or eight times.
For a detailed tutorial, check out YouTuber MyBed Ch’s video on mastering Soldier 11’s attack combo.
Best Soldier 11 Teams
Soldier 11 pairs best with Koleda and Ben:
- Koleda: A Fire Stun character who boosts Soldier 11’s Fire damage against stunned enemies.
- Ben: Enhances Koleda’s attacks and the Daze multiplier on her Basic Attack, making him an excellent support for Soldier 11.
If you lack Ben, Lucy is a good substitute due to her team-wide attack buff and sub DPS capabilities. Ensure Lucy is built correctly to compensate for the missing Ben boost.
Alternative team members include:
- Lycaon or Anby: Use these if you don’t have Koleda, though future Fire or Obols Squad characters with stun capabilities will synergize better with Soldier 11.
- Anby: Can work, but her Electric stun abilities and Cunning Hares Faction alignment won’t activate Soldier 11’s additional Core Passive unless paired with another Fire or Obols Squad character.
Best Soldier 11 Drive Discs
The 4-piece Inferno Metal set is optimal for Soldier 11:
- 2-piece bonus: Increases Fire damage.
- 4-piece bonus: Boosts Soldier 11’s Crit Rate for eight seconds when hitting a burning enemy, enhancing her Fire attack frequency.
Alternatively, the 4-piece Hormone Punk set provides a general attack buff if it has better substats.
For the 2-piece set, consider:
- Hormone Punk: For a general attack boost.
- Inferno Metal: For additional Fire damage.
- Puffer Electro: For increased Penetration Ratio.
- Swing Jazz: For Energy Regeneration.
Choose based on which set offers the best substats for your build.
Best Soldier 11 Weapons
The best weapon for Soldier 11 is the S-Rank The Brimstone:
- Provides a passive attack boost.
- Stackable increase to attack when using a Basic Attack, Dash Attack, or Dodge Counter.
Other viable options include:
- S-Rank Steel Cushion: As a Crit Rate ‘stat stick’.
- A-Rank Starlight Engine: For a significant attack boost with Dodge Counter or Quick Assist.
Alternative A-Rank options are:
- Street Superstar: Ideal if your squad performs many Chain Attacks.
- Cannon Rotor: Effective if Soldier 11’s Crit Rate is high, as it increases damage on Crit Hits.
Until you obtain these, use the B-Rank Lunar Pleniluna for a damage increase with Basic Attack, Dash Attack, or Dodge Counter, or Lunar Decrescent to boost damage after a Chain Attack.
Conclusion
Building Soldier 11 effectively in Zenless Zone Zero involves strategic selection of weapons, Drive Discs, and team members to fully exploit her Fire damage and attack capabilities. Follow this guide to enhance Soldier 11’s performance and dominate your battles in the game!