As players anticipate the arrival of Vivian in Zenless Zone Zero, it’s prudent to begin amassing the necessary materials for her ascension. Given that farming these items can be time-intensive, proactive collection is advisable. Resources from beta tests, including details shared by third-party sites like Hakush.in, provide insights into what players will need. As an S-rank Anomaly agent associated with the Ether element, her ascension will rely on specific resources.
This article elaborates on the leaked materials required for Vivian in Zenless Zone Zero.
Essential Materials and Ascension Requirements for Vivian in Zenless Zone Zero
The recent Zenless Zone Zero marketing campaign has officially introduced Vivian, slated to debut in patch 1.7. Players eager to summon her can start pre-farming the following materials, according to leak information:
| Promotion Level | Materials Required | Dennies Required | Rewards |
| 20 | Basic Anomaly Certification Seal x4 | 24,000 | N/A |
| 30 | Advanced Anomaly Certification Seal x12 | 56,000 | 1x Master Tape |
| 40 | Advanced Anomaly Certification Seal x20 | 120,000 | N/A |
| 50 | Controller Certification Seal x10 | 200,000 | 1x Master Tape |
| 60 | Controller Certification Seal x20 | 400,000 | N/A |
The following table outlines the materials required to enhance Vivian’s abilities based on the leaks:
| Skill Level | Required Materials | Required Dennies |
| 2 | Basic Ether Chip x2 | 2,000 |
| 3 | Basic Ether Chip x3 | 3,000 |
| 4 | Advanced Ether Chip x2 | 6,000 |
| 5 | Advanced Ether Chip x3 | 9,000 |
| 6 | Advanced Ether Chip x4 | 12,000 |
| 7 | Advanced Ether Chip x6 | 18,000 |
| 8 | Specialized Ether Chip x5 | 45,000 |
| 9 | Specialized Ether Chip x8 | 67,500 |
| 10 | Specialized Ether Chip x10 | 90,000 |
| 11 | Specialized Ether Chip x12 | 112,500 |
| 12 | Specialized Ether Chip x15, Hamster Cage Pass x1 | 135,000 |
To unlock Vivian’s core skills, players will need to gather the following materials, according to the leaked data:
| Core Skills | Required Materials | Required Dennies |
| A | N/A | 5,000 |
| B | Higher Dimensional Data: Thunderous Dragon x2 | 12,000 |
| C | Higher Dimensional Data: Thunderous Dragon x4 | 28,000 |
| D | Sycophant’s Refinement x2, Higher Dimensional Data: Thunderous Dragon x9 | 60,000 |
| E | Sycophant’s Refinement x3, Higher Dimensional Data: Thunderous Dragon x15 | 100,000 |
| F | Sycophant’s Refinement x4, Higher Dimensional Data: Thunderous Dragon x30 | 200,000 |
Where to Source Vivian’s Materials in Zenless Zone Zero
Basic, Advanced Anomaly, and Controller Certification Seals
Players can obtain Basic and Advanced Anomaly, as well as Controller Certification Seals, by using Battery Charges at the Anomaly Drill. Access this combat simulation via the VR device located at the HIA club in ZZZ.
Basic, Advanced, and Specialized Ether Chips
To collect various rarities of Ether Chips, initiate the Resonance Test through the same VR device. Defeat waves of enemies during the test until you gather the necessary resources.
Hamster Cage Pass
The Hamster Cage Pass can be secured by reaching Level 35 in the New Eridu City Fund (Battle Pass). Occasionally, this item is also awarded through limited-time events.
Higher Dimensional Data: Thunderous Dragon
This resource is exclusively dropped by the Thracian boss. Players can challenge this formidable foe via the Expert Challenge console available at the HIA Club.
Sycophant’s Refinement
To obtain Sycophant’s Refinement, defeat the Sacrifice – Bringer, a weekly boss found in the Notorious Hunt. Access this encounter via the Scott Outpost console.