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Nekomata full body splash art — Zenless Zone Zero Physical Attack agent
Cunning Hares

Cunning Hares

Nekomata

A-Rank
Physical
Attack
RoleA-Rank Physical AttackBest W-EngineSteel CushionDrive DiscPuffer Electro 4pcTop substatCRIT RATE

Best W-Engines

Steel CushionS
BiSSteel CushionS1

With Pawpad Ambush on Potential Unlock, every attack counts as a Back Attack, so Nekomata's Signature runs at full effect permanently. Its Base ATK is lower than limited alternatives, but the large DMG% gains still put it ahead as her go-to choice.

Usage 89.85%Shiyu 32264DA 34109
100%
Heartstring NocturneS
AltHeartstring NocturneS1

Evelyn's Signature is a generic stat stick, but the CRIT Rate mainstat and unconditional CRIT DMG make it a competitive limited option for Nekomata. It still trails her own Signature.

Usage 2.64%Shiyu 35253DA 33330
99.64%
Cordis GerminaS
AltCordis GerminaS1

Seed's Signature brings high CRIT Rate that makes building Nekomata much easier. Its DEF Ignore doesn't apply to Dodge Counters but is still a real gain, and it performs above its listed value alongside other DEF Shred sources such as Nicole or Sunna M1.

Usage 0.43%Shiyu 0DA 0
96.62%
Severed InnocenceS
AltSevered InnocenceS1

Soldier 0 - Anby's Signature is a generic stat stick packed with a very high amount of CRIT DMG. Keeping 2 stacks requires the occasional regular Special, but the long duration makes upkeep easy.

Usage 0.56%Shiyu 26713DA 21039
92.97%
Starlight EngineA
BudgetStarlight EngineS5

Nekomata's best A-Rank. The Combat ATK% buff is always welcome, and since her Potential Unlock lets her Dodge Counter even during stun, it can stay active for most of the fight. Activate the buff before stun starts if you plan to use her enhanced Dodge Counter later.

87.23%

Percentages are full-team damage calculations relative to the best W-Engine at S1 (100%) — team used: Dialyn (Yesterday Calls) + Sunna (Thoughtbop). Calc data via Prydwen, 2026-08-23.

Best Drive Discs

Main Stats

Disc 44
CRIT Rate% = CRIT DMG%

CRIT Rate% = CRIT DMG%

Disc 55
PEN Ratio% >= Physical DMG% = ATK%

PEN Ratio% >= Physical DMG% = ATK%

Disc 66
ATK%

ATK%

Substat Priority

#1
CRIT RATE

CRIT RATE

#2
CRIT DMG

CRIT DMG

#3
ATK%

ATK%

#4
PEN

PEN

#5
ATK

ATK

Skill Priority

1
Special Attack

Special Attack

2
Chain Attack

Chain Attack

3
Basic Attack

Basic Attack

4
Dodge

Dodge

5
Assist

Assist

Best Teams

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Build Summary

Nekomata Build Summary — ZZZ A-Rank Physical Attack

✓ Verified buildT1 (Crit DPS) — Aug 2026

The best Nekomata build in Zenless Zone Zero (Version 3.1) is Steel Cushion with Puffer Electro 4-piece and Woodpecker Electro 2-piece, CRIT Rate% = CRIT DMG% / PEN Ratio% >= Physical DMG% = ATK% / ATK% main stats. Prydwen's 19 Aug 2026 tier list ranks Nekomata T1.

The best W-Engine for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero is Steel Cushion — With Pawpad Ambush on Potential Unlock, every attack counts as a Back Attack, so Nekomata's Signature runs at full effect permanently. Its Base ATK is lower than limited alternatives, but the large DMG% gains still put it ahead as her go-to choice. If you don't have it, Heartstring Nocturne, Cordis Germina, Severed Innocence, Starlight Engine are solid alternatives.

For Drive Discs, run 4-piece Puffer Electro with 2-piece Woodpecker Electro, using Disk 4 — CRIT Rate% = CRIT DMG%, Disk 5 — PEN Ratio% >= Physical DMG% = ATK%, Disk 6 — ATK% as main stats, and prioritise CRIT RATE and CRIT DMG on substats.

Level Special Attack first, then Chain Attack, Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist.

The best Nekomata team (Dialyn + Sunna) pairs Nekomata with Dialyn, Sunna. SD Rank 176 — App. rate 0.07% | Avg. time 28,468

Role
A-Rank Physical Attack
Tier List Rank
T1 (Crit DPS) — Aug 2026
Faction
Cunning Hares
Best W-Engine
Steel Cushion
Alternative W-Engines
Heartstring Nocturne, Cordis Germina, Severed Innocence, Starlight Engine
Best Disc Sets
Puffer Electro (4pc) + Woodpecker Electro (2pc)
Alternative Disc Sets
Woodpecker Electro, Branch & Blade Song, Fanged Metal, Astral Voice, Puffer Electro
Main Stats
Disk 4 — CRIT Rate% = CRIT DMG%, Disk 5 — PEN Ratio% >= Physical DMG% = ATK%, Disk 6 — ATK%
Substats Priority
CRIT RATE > CRIT DMG > ATK% > PEN > ATK
Skill Priority
Special Attack > Chain Attack > Basic Attack > Dodge > Assist
Best Team — Dialyn + Sunna
Nekomata + Dialyn + Sunna
Other Teams
Seed + Dialyn · Norma + Sunna
Release Date
2024-07-04
Last Updated
2026-08-21

Nekomata Build FAQ

What is the best W-Engine for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero?

The best W-Engine for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero is Steel Cushion. With Pawpad Ambush on Potential Unlock, every attack counts as a Back Attack, so Nekomata's Signature runs at full effect permanently. Its Base ATK is lower than limited alternatives, but the large DMG% gains still put it ahead as her go-to choice.

What is the best Drive Disc set for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero?

The best Drive Disc build for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero is 4-piece Puffer Electro with 2-piece Woodpecker Electro.

What are the best main stats for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero?

Main stat priority for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero: Disk 4 — CRIT Rate% = CRIT DMG%; Disk 5 — PEN Ratio% >= Physical DMG% = ATK%; Disk 6 — ATK%.

What is the substat priority for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero?

Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero prioritizes CRIT RATE > CRIT DMG > ATK% > PEN > ATK substats.

What is the skill priority for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero?

Skill upgrade priority for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero: Special Attack > Chain Attack > Basic Attack > Dodge > Assist.

What is the best team for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero?

The best team for Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero pairs Nekomata with Dialyn and Sunna. SD Rank 176 — App. rate 0.07% | Avg. time 28,468

What tier is Nekomata in the ZZZ tier list?

Prydwen's 19 Aug 2026 tier list places Nekomata in Zenless Zone Zero at T1 as a Crit DPS.

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Strengths

  • +Mobile Physical DPS with strong behind-enemy bonus DMG synergy
  • +Good anti-interrupt and mobility tools for consistent damage uptime
  • +Fanged Metal 4pc provides Physical DMG + Assault bonus naturally

Weaknesses

  • −Outclassed by newer Physical DPS agents in later patches
  • −Behind-enemy bonus is inconsistent against large bosses or multi-target
Prydwen T1 (Crit DPS) — Aug 2026

Skills

Unleashes up to 5 slashes, dealing Physical DMG. On the last hit, there is a 33.33% chance to repeat this hit 3 times.

Physical DMG5-Hit ComboRNG Repeat
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Bird Hunter

When Nekomata hits an enemy from behind, she ignores 16% of her target's Physical RES. If the enemy is Stunned, all of Nekomata's attacks against them are considered back attacks. While Nekomata lacks strength due to her small size, she has the perceptiveness and agility required to locate her enemies' weaknesses and strike right where it hurts most.

Skill Upgrade Priority

01Special AttackSpecial AttackPriority
02Chain AttackChain Attack
03Basic AttackBasic Attack
04DodgeDodge
05AssistAssist

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