Yuzuha stands out in Zenless Zone Zero as a dedicated support Agent specializing in boosting Anomaly damage and enabling consistent team rotations. Picking the right W-Engine is crucial to unlock her full potential. Let’s dive into the best W-Engines for Yuzuha, whether you’re aiming for top-tier performance or building on a budget.
Why W-Engines Matter for Yuzuha
Yuzuha’s entire playstyle revolves around supporting Anomaly-focused teams. She enhances Anomaly Buildup Rate and provides significant buffs through her Core Passive, which scales with two key stats:
- ATK (target ~3,000)
- Anomaly Mastery (target ~200)
However, achieving these stats is challenging because Yuzuha also needs high Energy Regeneration (ER) to maintain her frequent EX Special Attacks and Aftershock triggers. This makes her choice of W-Engine extremely important.
Yuzuha must balance Anomaly Mastery (ideally ~200) and Energy Regen. Because Drive Discs often lock Slot 6 into Anomaly Mastery, many players rely on W-Engines for sufficient Energy Regen to avoid interrupting Yuzuha’s rotations.
See also: Zenless Zone Zero Yuzuha Build Guide: Best W-Engines, Drive Discs, Stats, and Anomaly Teams
Best W-Engines for Yuzuha
Here are the top W-Engines you should consider for Yuzuha, ranked from best-in-slot to solid alternatives.
Metanukimorphosis (S-Rank) – Best-in-Slot
- Base ATK: 713
- Bonus Stat: +60% Energy Regen
- Effect:
- When Yuzuha’s EX Special Attack or Ultimate deals Physical DMG, her Anomaly Mastery increases by 30 for 40 seconds.
- When her Aftershock hits an enemy, all squad members gain +60 Anomaly Proficiency for 40 seconds.
Metanukimorphosis is Yuzuha signature weapon and sits at the very top of her options. It directly boosts her Anomaly Mastery, helping her hit the 200 threshold essential for maximizing her Additional Ability buffs. The high Energy Regen also ensures she can fire off her EX Special Attack frequently, keeping her rotation smooth and the team fully buffed.
This W-Engine is practically irreplaceable for maximizing Yuzuha’s contribution to Anomaly-focused squads.
Metanukimorphosis also strengthens Yuzuha’s Core Passive, Tanuki Wish, which increases the squad’s ATK and boosts Anomaly and Disorder damage. Raising her Anomaly Mastery with this W-Engine directly increases the effectiveness of these buffs.
Metanukimorphosis was featured in the Dissonant Sonata banner alongside Yuzuha’s debut during Version 2.1, starting July 16, 2025.
Elegant Vanity (S-Rank)
- Base ATK: 713
- Bonus Stat: +30% ATK
- Effect:
- Gains 5 Energy whenever a squad member enters via Quick Assist, Chain Attack, Defensive Assist, or Evasive Assist (once every 5 seconds).
- Consuming 25 Energy or more increases all squad members’ DMG by 10% for 20 seconds, stacking up to two times.
Elegant Vanity is a strong alternative if you can’t secure Metanukimorphosis. It offers a high base ATK and contributes to team damage buffs. However, it doesn’t directly boost Anomaly Mastery, which makes it slightly less ideal for pure Anomaly teams. It still shines thanks to its synergy with Quick Assists, which are central to Yuzuha’s kit.
Weeping Cradle (S-Rank)
- Base ATK: 684
- Bonus Stat: 24% PEN Ratio
- Effect:
- While off-field, increases Energy Regen by 0.6/s.
- Attacks boost team DMG against the target by 10% for 3 seconds, with potential additional scaling up to 20.2% over time.
Weeping Cradle offers solid off-field utility for Yuzuha, enhancing both her Energy Regen and the team’s damage. Although the PEN Ratio stat isn’t ideal for Yuzuha’s primary support role, Weeping Cradle’s ability to boost damage while Yuzuha remains off-field fits her playstyle. It’s a good pick if you’re seeking versatility.
Weeping Cradle’s off-field damage buffs synergize well with Yuzuha’s Aftershock attacks, which continue dealing damage while she’s off the field.
Kaboom the Cannon (A-Rank)
- Base ATK: 624
- Bonus Stat: +50% Energy Regen
- Effect:
- When any squad member hits an enemy, all squad members’ ATK increases by 4% for 8 seconds, stacking up to 4 times.
Kaboom the Cannon is widely considered the best A-Rank W-Engine for Yuzuha, especially for free-to-play players. It offers strong Energy Regen, which Yuzuha desperately needs, and provides a scalable ATK buff for the entire team. At higher refinement levels (R5), Kaboom becomes a serious contender even against some lower-refinement S-Rank options.
Kaboom’s power scales significantly with refinements. At R5, it can rival certain S-Rank weapons thanks to its higher ATK% buffs. Players with lower refinements may see less consistent results.
Its main drawback is the lack of direct Anomaly Mastery bonuses, but for budget builds, it’s an excellent choice.
See also: Jane Doe Guide Zenless Zone Zero: Best Builds, Teams, Skills & How to Play
Bashful Demon (A-Rank)
- Base ATK: 624
- Bonus Stat: +25% ATK
- Effect:
- EX Special Attacks increase all squad members’ ATK by 3.2% for 12 seconds, stacking up to 4 times.
Bashful Demon is sometimes suggested as an alternative A-rank W-Engine. However, its focus on Ice damage and crit mechanics doesn’t fully align with Yuzuha’s Anomaly-focused role. It offers some ATK buffs, but Kaboom the Cannon remains a more reliable option for Yuzuha due to Energy Regen and broader synergy.
[Reverb] Mark II (B-Rank)
- Base ATK: 475
- Bonus Stat: +40% Energy Regen
- Effect:
- Launching an EX Special Attack or Chain Attack increases all squad members’ Anomaly Mastery and Anomaly Proficiency by 16 for 10 seconds (once every 20 seconds).
While [Reverb] Mark II has significant limitations due to its low Base ATK, it’s one of the few affordable ways to increase both Anomaly Mastery and Anomaly Proficiency. This can help Yuzuha reach critical thresholds for her Additional Ability buffs. Still, players should only use it if higher-rarity options are unavailable, as it severely limits her ability to hit the 3,000 ATK benchmark.
Note: Reverb’s buffs cannot stack across multiple copies or units due to shared passive names.
How to Choose the Right W-Engine
When deciding on a W-Engine for Yuzuha, consider the following priorities:
Energy Regen → Crucial for maintaining frequent EX Special Attacks and buffs.
Anomaly Mastery → Helps Yuzuha hit the key 200 Anomaly Mastery threshold.
Base ATK → Essential for reaching the ~3,000 ATK needed to maximize her Core Passive.
Team Buffs → Many of Yuzuha’s weapons also enhance overall squad performance.
Due to Yuzuha’s demanding ATK and Energy Regeneration needs, Kaboom the Cannon is widely regarded as her best A-rank W-Engine, with Bashful Demon serving as a niche alternative in specific team setups.
Recommended W-Engine Rankings
Here’s a quick reference for Yuzuha’s best W-Engines:
| W-Engine | Base ATK | Bonus Stat | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metanukimorphosis | 713 | +60% Energy Regen | S+ | Best Anomaly synergy, high ER, boosts Anomaly Mastery |
| Elegant Vanity | 713 | +30% ATK | S | High ATK, good team buffs, Quick Assist synergy |
| Weeping Cradle | 684 | +24% PEN Ratio | S- | Good off-field damage buffs, moderate ER |
| Kaboom the Cannon | 624 | +50% Energy Regen | A | Great ER, scalable team ATK buff, accessible for F2P |
| Bashful Demon | 624 | +25% ATK | A- | Decent ATK buffs but lower synergy with Anomaly focus |
| [Reverb] Mark II | 475 | +40% Energy Regen | B | Affordable Anomaly stats, but low Base ATK |
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Choosing the right W-Engine is the key to unlocking Yuzuha’s potential as one of the most powerful supports in Zenless Zone Zero. While Metanukimorphosis is unmatched for pure Anomaly synergy, solid alternatives like Elegant Vanity and Kaboom the Cannon ensure even budget players can make Yuzuha shine. Focus on balancing Energy Regen, Anomaly Mastery, and Base ATK to keep Yuzuha’s buffs flowing and your team’s damage at its peak.
Whether you’re aiming for top meta builds or simply looking to maximize your F2P options, understanding the strengths of each W-Engine ensures Yuzuha becomes a future-proof asset in any squad.
