The wait is almost over! Following her intriguing appearance as an NPC in Version 1.7, the enigmatic Yixuan is officially joining the playable roster of Zenless Zone Zero! Hoyoverse has finally pulled back the curtain, revealing her impending arrival and giving us a tantalizing glimpse at what she’ll bring to the fight.
Yixuan’s Potential Release Date: June 4, 2025
Mark your calendars, Agents! According to the official reveal on social media and HoYoLAB, Yixuan is currently slated for a potential release date of June 4, 2025. This aligns with Zenless Zone Zero’s typical update schedule, but as always, we’ll keep you locked in for any official confirmations.
From Yunkui Summit Master to Playable Powerhouse
For those who followed the gripping narrative of Season 1, Yixuan will be a familiar face. She made her debut in Version 1.7, extending an invitation to the resourceful Phaethon siblings to her domain at Yunkui Summit. As the master of this mysterious location, it’s fitting that her Faction is simply listed as “Yunkui Summit.”
Unveiling the Unknown: Attribute and Specialty
While we’ve gotten our first official look at Yixuan as a playable character, some key details remain shrouded in mystery. Currently, both her Attribute and Specialty are unconfirmed. However, keen-eyed Agents have already begun speculating! Given her connection to a unique location and potentially distinct powers, her Attribute is theorized to be a specialized version of Ether, much like Miyabi’s Frost Attribute is a variation of Ice. While her rarity hasn’t been officially announced, the emblem beside her name strongly suggests she will be a powerful S-rank unit, similar to other significant characters in the game.
A Brand New Specialty Emerges!
Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of Yixuan’s reveal is the confirmation that her Specialty is entirely new to Zenless Zone Zero! She doesn’t fall into any of the currently established categories: Attack, Anomaly, Support, Stun, or Defense. This signals the introduction of a completely fresh playstyle and strategic possibilities. What unique role will this new Specialty allow Yixuan to fulfill on our teams? The anticipation is building!
The Mark of Significance: The Emblem Beside Her Name
Eagle-eyed players will have noticed a unique emblem displayed next to Yixuan’s name in her Agent Record, a visual cue shared by the powerful Hoshimi Miyabi. While the emblems differ in design, their presence signifies Yixuan’s importance and strength within both the game’s narrative and her potential in combat. This visual marker further reinforces the expectation that she will be a force to be reckoned with.
A Feathered Companion: The Qingming Bird
Adding another layer of mystique to Yixuan’s character is the mention of her bird familiar, the “Qingming Bird.” This connection was revealed through a quote from Pan Yinhu, another member of Yunkui Summit who was announced as a playable character alongside Yixuan. The presence of this familiar hints at potential unique skills or lore connections that could further define Yixuan’s playstyle and background.
Yixuan’s arrival in Version 2.0 is shaping up to be a significant event for Zenless Zone Zero. With a potentially unique Attribute, a brand-new Specialty, and the mark of a powerful Agent, she is poised to introduce exciting new dynamics to team compositions and combat strategies. Get ready to welcome the Master of Yunkui Summit to your ranks, Agents! The wait until June 4th (potentially!) just got a whole lot more exciting!
