As Lighter prepares to join the action-packed world of Zenless Zone Zero, learning the optimal build for this versatile character will be essential for unlocking his full potential. Lighter is the latest member of the Sons of Calydon faction, and while he might appear more subdued than his biker companions, he is just as formidable. Although the current meta seems to favor Anomaly units, Stun units will always hold an important place in ZZZ, thanks to their S-Rank stunners who can enhance damage in significant ways.
Lighter’s damage-oriented abilities are closely tied to his passive skills and the Morale Eruption state. He accumulates Morale points—up to a maximum of 100—through dealing damage or utilizing energy. Once he reaches 80 Morale points, he transitions into the Morale Eruption state, which amplifies both his Impact and overall effectiveness. Enemies struck by Lighter during this phase will experience a decrease in both Fire and Ice resistance, while their stun duration will also be extended. This mechanic is vital, as Lighter’s additional passive skill allows him to stack Uplifting on allies—up to 20 stacks—each time he attacks foes, boosting his team’s Fire and Ice damage output.
Best W-Engine for Lighter
The Optimal Choice Among Limited Options
If the initial details are accurate, Lighter’s optimal W-Engine, Blazing Laurel, stands out as his best option. Currently, it’s known that utilizing Quick or Defensive Assists will amplify the user’s Impact, and landing basic attacks can generate stacks—up to 20—that enhance critical damage for any Fire or Ice attacks made by the team. This engine perfectly complements Lighter’s playstyle and team synergy.
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When it comes to the other Stun W-Engines available, Lighter has a mixed bag of choices, with his second best option being Lycaon’s signature engine, The Restrained. While this engine provides a 6% increase in Daze for Basic Attacks on hit for a period of eight seconds—stacking up to five times—it lacks further benefits. Moreover, it’s one of the many S-Rank engines featured in the Standard Banner, which makes it less desirable.
For A-Rank options, Lighter is best suited with either Six Shooter or Precious Fossilized Core.
Six Shooter offers a significant boost to Lighter’s EX Special Attack with added Daze once charges are filled, whereas Precious Fossilized Core grants Daze bonuses against high-health targets. Given his skill set and limited choices, it’s advisable to go for Lighter’s main W-Engine if he’s going to be fully utilized and developed.
Top Drive Discs for Lighter
Shockstar Stands Out
To match top Stun Unit Qingyi, Lighter will also benefit from using the Shockstar Disco set. This set increases Impact by 6% when two pieces are equipped and enhances Daze damage for Basic Attacks, Dash Attacks, and Dodge Counters by 20%. Until a more favorable option arrives, this set is the definitive choice for any Stun Unit. It provides crucial stats while still allowing for further gains with the additional two-piece effect.
As for the two-piece set, it’s largely a matter of preference, but Swing Jazz is frequently chosen to boost Energy Regeneration for Stun units. Other viable options for Lighter include Hormone Punk for Attack boosts or Inferno Metal to amplify Fire damage. Any other choices would be nearly ineffective for Lighter and should only be reserved for minor stat improvements.
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Disk 4 |
Critical Rate |
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Disk 5 |
Fire Damage |
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Disk 6 |
Impact |
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Sub-stats |
Critical Rate, Critical Damage, Attack%, Penetration |
As a Stun Unit, Impact should be prioritized on Disk 6. Disk 4 needs to focus on Crit Rate, while Disk 5 should include a Fire Damage Bonus, allowing Lighter to contribute some damage of his own. The sub-stats should continue this emphasis, focusing on Crits, Penetration, and Attack Percentage.
Ideal Teams for Lighter
The Fire and Ice Expert
Stun units offer a unique dynamic in team compositions, functioning in both universal and niche roles. For instance, Lycaon excels with Ice teams, while Qingyi can adapt to multiple setups. In this context, Lighter is best teamed with Fire or Ice Attack units. This makes him an ideal asset for players who enjoy using characters like Ellen Joe or Soldier 11.
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Combining Lighter with the best Ellen Joe build alongside Soukaku creates an exceptionally strong team, as a well-constructed Lighter can surpass Lycaon’s effectiveness. Furthermore, he adds significant value to Soldier 11 teams and any newly released Fire Attack units, who previously relied on Koleda or Caesar for stunning capabilities. However, Koleda’s slower stun durations can make her less efficient, while Caesar, as a limited-access Defender, depends heavily on counter-attacks for swift stunning.
Lighter’s strengths allow him to integrate easily into a variety of teams, utilizing his rapid Daze application and unique gameplay. However, he will shine brightest in a team that leverages his passive advantages along with those contributed by his W-Engine. Fortunately, Lighter also remains adaptable for any upcoming Fire or Ice Attack units. His synergy with ZZZ‘s leading Fire support character, Lucy, provides both of them easy access to their beneficial passives.
Overall, Lighter is another exciting addition to Zenless, demonstrating the game’s shift toward characters with diverse playstyles that go beyond narrow niches. Although his team possibilities may currently seem limited, the future looks bright for Lighter, making it a priority for players to focus on cultivating and building him effectively in Zenless Zone Zero.
