Billy vs Zhu Yuan
Billy vs Zhu Yuan — two Attack agents competing for the same roster slot.
TL;DR — Quick Pick
Pick Billy if…
- You need a Physical Attack agent and Billy's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer DPS gameplay over Zhu Yuan's DPS identity.
- Billy is a solid, accessible Physical attacker who excels at mid-to-long-range sustained damage.
Pick Zhu Yuan if…
- You need a Ether Attack agent and Zhu Yuan's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer DPS gameplay over Billy's DPS identity.
- Zhu Yuan is currently the premier Ether damage dealer in Zenless Zone Zero, offering unparalleled burst potential against stunned enemies.
Billy and Zhu Yuan are both Attack investments that answer different account needs. Billy (Physical, DPS) shines when Billy is a solid, accessible Physical attacker who excels at mid-to-long-range sustained damage. Zhu Yuan (Ether, DPS) is the better commit when Zhu Yuan is currently the premier Ether damage dealer in Zenless Zone Zero, offering unparalleled burst potential against stunned enemies. Compare signature builds, team requirements, and your existing supports before pulling either.
At a Glance
Strengths & Weaknesses
Billy
- Safe mid-to-long-range attack distance
- High AoE damage potential with piercing shots
- Increased damage output while in Crouching Shot
- Stationary playstyle leaves him vulnerable to knockback
- Core passive damage buff lost if repositioning incorrectly
- Requires proper team synergy to maximize Ultimate potential
Zhu Yuan
- High burst damage potential when enemies are stunned
- Invulnerability frames during core animations like EX Special and Ultimates
- Strong synergy with Ether-based support units
- Damage output drops significantly outside of Suppressive Mode
- Requires careful management of shotshell resources
- Heavily reliant on specific support teammates to trigger additional abilities
Shared Team Members
Best Builds (Signature)
W-Engine
The Brimstone(S5)
Disk Set
Woodpecker Electro(4-PC)
Disk 4
CRIT Rate%
Disk 5
Physical DMG%
Disk 6
ATK%
Substats
CRIT Rate >= CRIT DMG = ATK%
W-Engine
Cordis Germina
Disk Set
Chaotic Metal(4-PC)
Disk 4
CRIT DMG% = CRIT Rate%
Disk 5
ATK% > Ether DMG% = PEN Ratio%
Disk 6
ATK%
Substats
CRIT Rate >= CRIT DMG = ATK%
Who Should You Pull?
- You need a Physical Attack agent and Billy's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer DPS gameplay over Zhu Yuan's DPS identity.
- Billy is a solid, accessible Physical attacker who excels at mid-to-long-range sustained damage.
- He is a great investment for new players needing a reliable main DPS before pulling for high-tier limited units.
- Safe mid-to-long-range attack distance.
- You need a Ether Attack agent and Zhu Yuan's kit matches your account gap.
- You prefer DPS gameplay over Billy's DPS identity.
- Zhu Yuan is currently the premier Ether damage dealer in Zenless Zone Zero, offering unparalleled burst potential against stunned enemies.
- Her ability to consistently generate Enhanced Shotshells makes her essential for top-tier endgame content.
- Zhu Yuan is a stronger general pull priority (YES) for your roster.