Hugo Vlad is generating a lot of buzz in the Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) community! Here’s a breakdown of the leaks surrounding this upcoming character:
Who is Hugo Vlad?
Hugo Vlad is an upcoming S-Rank Ice Attack Agent set to debut as a playable character in Version 1.7.1 He’s associated with the Mockingbird faction and wields a transforming briefcase-scythe, effective in both melee and ranged combat.
Leaked Kit Overview
Here’s a look at Hugo’s leaked abilities:
- Basic Attack: A four-hit combo dealing Physical and Ice damage.2 The fourth hit can be charged.
- Enhanced Basic Attack: After the fourth hit or a Dodge Counter, Hugo throws his scythe and fires a shot, dealing Ice damage.
- Special Attack: A slash attack dealing Ice damage. Enhanced versions offer massive Ice damage and invincibility.
- Chain Attack: A dash and slash combo, ending with a powerful blow. Offers invincibility.
- Ultimate: Attacks a large area with massive Ice damage. Consumes Charge stacks to restore energy.
- Core Skill: If Hugo’s Charged EX Special hits a Disrupted enemy, it triggers “Final Calculation,” increasing damage based on the remaining Disruption time.
- Synergy: Hugo’s kit is designed to work well with Stun/Disruption mechanics, rewarding team synergy.3
Signature W-Engine: Myriad Eclipse
This engine boosts Crit DMG by 45%. Using EX Special, Chain, or Ultimate for Ice DMG grants “Absolute Zero Death Sentence,” allowing Hugo to ignore 25% of enemy DEF for 3 seconds.4
Model Changes (Leaked)
Hugo’s model is undergoing some changes in Version 1.7, including:
- Bigger, vampire-like ears
- Fluffier hair
- Brighter colors
- A smaller scarf
- A more slender look
These changes aim to give him a more slender vampire aesthetic.
Release Timeline
Hugo is expected to become playable with ZZZ Version 1.7, likely around April 23, 2025.
Note: All details are based on leaks and may change before official release.
Player Reactions to Model Changes
Players have mixed feelings about Hugo’s new design.
- Some dislike the “twinkification” or slimming down of his model.
- Others feel it makes him look too youthful or less fitting for his character.
- Some criticize the redesign as unnecessary.
- Others appreciate the developers’ receptiveness to feedback.
Overall, the redesign has sparked debate within the ZZZ community.
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