Zenless Zone Zero 1.7 Banner Schedule and Release Order

The highly anticipated Zenless Zone Zero 1.7 banners were unveiled during a livestream event on April 11, 2025. This upcoming update features exciting S-Rank units, with Vivian and Hugo taking center stage. Additionally, players can look forward to a rerun of Jane Doe and Lighter, providing further summoning options for enthusiasts.

Fans got an in-depth look at Vivian and Hugo’s abilities during the event, offering crucial insights for players deciding whom to summon in the next patch. This article will elaborate on the Zenless Zone Zero 1.7 banner schedule and the characters included in each phase.

Overview of Zenless Zone Zero 1.7 Banners

Phase 1: Vivian and Jane Doe

Vivian banner preview (Image via HoYoverse)
Vivian banner preview (Image via HoYoverse)

Vivian will debut in the first phase of the update on April 23, 2025. As an Ether Anomaly agent, she excels at inflicting Corruption and Disorder on her enemies, making her a versatile option for players looking to enhance their sub-DPS roles.

Joining her in this phase is Jane Doe on a rerun banner. The character lineup for Phase 1 includes:

  • Vivian (S-Rank): Ether, Anomaly fighting style
  • Jane Doe (S-Rank): Physical, Anomaly fighting style
  • Piper (S-Rank): Physical, Anomaly fighting style
  • Seth (A-Rank): Electric, Defense fighting style

Phase 1 will also introduce these W-Engines:

  • Flight of Fancy (S-Rank, Anomaly)
  • Sharpened Stinger (S-Rank, Anomaly)
  • Roaring Ride (A-Rank, Anomaly)
  • Peacekeeper – Specialized (A-Rank, Defense)

Phase 2: Hugo and Lighter

Hugo banner preview (Image via HoYoverse)
Hugo banner preview (Image via HoYoverse)

Hugo is set to launch as a prominent character in the second phase of Zenless Zone Zero 1.7. However, the specific dates for these banners have yet to be disclosed, leaving players eager for updates.

As an Attack specialist wielding the Ice attribute, Hugo is expected to be a powerful DPS character capable of delivering substantial AoE damage. He will be joined by Lighter, who will also make a comeback during this phase.

Here’s a summary of the characters available in Phase 2:

  • Hugo (S-Rank): Ice, Attack fighting style
  • Lighter (S-Rank): Fire, Stun fighting style
  • Soukaku (S-Rank): Ice, Support fighting style
  • Anton (S-Rank): Electric, Attack fighting style

The W-Engines featured in this phase will include:

  • Myriad Eclipse (S-Rank, Attack)
  • Blazing Laurel (S-Rank, Stun)
  • Bashful Demon (A-Rank, Support)
  • Drill Rig – Red Axis (A-Rank, Attack)

With new strategies and characters on the horizon, Zenless Zone Zero 1.7 is set to enhance the gameplay experience significantly. Players will need to stay tuned for further information regarding Phase 2 to make informed decisions about their summons!

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