Zero — Tier, Build & Team Fit
A tier · Anima · Main DPS. CN meta · verified · 2026-05-30
Free from story progression — no pulls needed. Build him as a secondary carry or Nanally substitute.
Zero is a free Anima DPS who comes from story progression, making him the most accessible carry in the game. His dual-form kit is versatile for both boss and mob content. Not as strong as Nanally at peak, but costs zero premium currency.
Character Overview
| Tier | A |
|---|---|
| Element | Anima |
| Role | Main DPS |
| Data confidence | verified |
| Last verified | 2026-05-30 |
Skills & Role Summary
Zero is a free Anima main DPS with a dual-form combat system — switching between Melee and Ranged modes via his Skill. Melee form deals rapid Anima multi-hits at close range; Ranged form fires Anima projectiles with wider AoE. His Ultimate transforms him into a berserker state, converting all attacks into enhanced Anima strikes with increased CRIT DMG. The core loop is: swap forms to match encounter → build meter → Ultimate in berserker mode for burst. He's the most accessible carry in the game — free from story progression and versatile for both boss and mob content.
Recommended Build
Anima DMG bonus applies to both Melee and Ranged forms. Best generalist Arc for his dual-form kit.
Zero's berserker Ultimate has built-in CRIT DMG scaling — stacking CRIT Rate maximizes the value of his burst window.
Free from early story. Works fine for Melee form basics until you pull a 4-star Arc.
Recommended Teams
Nanally and Zero swap-burst during Sakiri's ATK buff window. Jiuyuan groups mobs for AoE coverage. Triple Anima stacking chains Blossom reactions. Zero handles Melee form for single targets, Ranged for mobs.
Zero as Anima carry with Haniel (Psyche support) for Blossom reaction. Fadia charges Esper Cycle, Adler shields. Good balance of damage and survivability.
Other Anima Characters
Zero FAQ
What is Zero's best build in NTE?
Stack Anima DMG and CRIT Rate. Use 4-star Anima Arc + CRIT Rate Module. His berserker Ultimate has built-in CRIT DMG, so CRIT Rate is more valuable.
Who are the best teammates for Zero?
Sakiri (ATK buffer), Nanally (swap-burst partner), and Jiuyuan (AoE grouper). For F2P, pair with Adler and Mint.
Is Zero better than Nanally?
Nanally has higher burst ceiling with Underboss. Zero is more versatile with dual-form and is free. Use both together in Anima teams.
How do I get Zero for free?
Complete story chapter 1. Zero is a guaranteed free unit from main story progression — no gacha required.