Zenless Zone Zero: Guide to Building Caesar

With the arrival of the 1.2 update in Zenless Zone Zero, players are introduced to more of the Sons of Calydon faction, initially highlighted through characters like Piper and Lucy. This update expands the faction with the introduction of two new limited S-rank Agents: Caesar and Burnice. Among these, Caesar shines as the first-ever S-Rank Defense unit, making her a perfect fit for various team combinations due to her adaptability.

However, Caesar isn't just a defensive powerhouse. Her skill set allows her to mitigate damage while also acting as a hybrid stunner, particularly through her Impact stat. This dual functionality of shielding and crowd control makes Caesar a valuable asset for any team. To unlock her full potential, here’s a detailed guide on how to build Caesar for maximum effectiveness in Zenless Zone Zero.

Caesar’s Best Build in Zenless Zone Zero

Caesar’s Skills Explained

Though classified as a Defense unit, Caesar primarily fills the role of a Stun character rather than a traditional support, thanks to her scaling with the Impact stat. Her abilities revolve around creating shields for the entire team, with added protection from interruptions. Caesar excels at stacking Daze value with her Special EX attacks and defensive assists, making her a hybrid defender and crowd controller. Additionally, her kit includes perfect block mechanics, and with the right setup, her defensive assists can inflict a debuff on all enemies within a small radius. This debuff boosts the damage enemies take by 25% for 30 seconds within a 7-meter radius, massively enhancing team DPS.

Caesar’s shield mechanic is also distinct. It not only covers the entire party but also grants a 1,000 ATK buff while active. This combination of defense and offense makes her a versatile hybrid character. Caesar’s gameplay focuses on her Special ATK combos and defensive assists, allowing her to protect the team, stun enemies, and increase overall damage output, all while being easy to integrate into various team compositions.

Best W-Engines for Caesar in Zenless Zone Zero

Not surprisingly, Caesar’s best W-Engine is Tusk of Fury, her signature option. This W-Engine significantly boosts her shielding abilities, making her even better at sustaining the team. Additionally, it enhances both team damage and Daze output whenever a perfect dodge or interrupt is triggered. As the only S-Rank Defense W-Engine currently available, it’s the top choice for any defense-focused character, and its versatility isn’t limited by specific stats like Impact, ATK, or HP.

For those seeking alternatives, Original Transmorpher (Ben’s signature W-Engine) is worth considering. It boosts both Impact and HP, stats that directly benefit Caesar’s playstyle. Surprisingly, the best options after these are generally Stun W-Engines, as they provide valuable Impact stat boosts. Among these, the S-Rank Stun W-Engines outperform lower-tier alternatives, making them great secondary choices.

Players may also look at the BP option, Spring Embrace. However, while it’s a Defense W-Engine, its stats don’t synergize as well with Caesar’s kit compared to the previously mentioned options.

Best Drive Discs for Caesar in Zenless Zone Zero

Unfortunately, players won’t be able to pre-farm the ideal 4-piece Drive Disc set for Caesar at her release, as the 1.2 update introduces two new sets: Proto Punk and Chaos Jazz. Of these, the 4-piece Proto Punk set is Caesar’s top choice. This set enhances her shield effectiveness and, with its 4-piece bonus, boosts the entire squad’s DMG by 15% whenever a Defensive Assist or Evasive Assist is triggered by any team member, making it the best fit for Caesar’s kit.

For those using Caesar alongside anomaly units like Jane, the Freedom Blues set can also be effective. In these cases, focusing on building Anomaly Mastery for Caesar becomes essential, though Proto Punk remains the superior option for most teams.

If you’re looking for a 2-piece option, Shockstar Disco is your best bet, as it provides a 6% Impact boost, a key stat for Caesar. If players lack the ideal pieces for Shockstar Disco, Swing Jazz or Fanged Metal can serve as temporary alternatives.

Recommended Stats and Sub-Stats for Caesar

When choosing stats for Caesar, prioritize Crit Rate/DMG on her 4-slot (or Anomaly Proficiency for anomaly teams), Physical DMG, ATK%, or PEN on the 5-slot, and Impact on the 6-slot, as it is Caesar’s most important stat, which doesn’t appear as a sub-stat.

For sub-stats, focus on Crit Rate, Crit DMG, ATK%, PEN, and ATK. While perfect sub-stats are always a bonus, Caesar’s overall performance won’t be significantly impacted by less-than-ideal rolls, as her main stats and set effects will be more influential in her build.

By following this guide and fine-tuning Caesar’s setup, players can ensure they maximize her potential as a versatile and powerful unit in Zenless Zone Zero.