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CARDZenless Zone Zero 3.2 Maintenance Today! 600 Polychrome Compensation Now Available – How to Best Plan the 42-Day Version?
Have you ever forgotten to pre-download before a version update, only to watch the progress bar freeze at 99% after the servers open while everyone else is showing off their pulls in chat? And there you are, still waiting for the update package to finish unpacking~
Pre-download ended at 5:50 a.m. The PC version is 6 GB, while the mobile version is 5 GB. If you missed it, downloading after maintenance ends will probably mean facing an overcrowded network right at launch; make sure you know this before reading on.
Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.2, “Her and Her Hidden Story,” entered scheduled maintenance today, September 9, at 06:00 (UTC+8), and is expected to finish at 11:00. The total maintenance compensation is 600 Polychromes, and Version 3.2 will last 42 days. The new specialty class “Edgeguard” and two new S-Rank Agents are being added at the same time. This guide covers the maintenance compensation, pre-download reminders, new class, and banner information so you can quickly grasp the key points of the update.
600 Polychromes in compensation—don’t claim only half and leave
The maintenance compensation totals 600 Polychromes, but many players will miss the second payment~
Maintenance compensation: 300 Polychromes, sent directly by mail. You can claim it if your Inter-Knot Level was at least 4 before 6:00 on September 9.
Issue-fix compensation: 300 Polychromes. You must apply manually, and the deadline is 23:59 on October 9.
The claim windows are different. The application entrance for the second payment is in the in-game announcement—open it and follow the instructions. Don’t wait until the final day to remember. Also, if you are on a new account and your Inter-Knot Level has not reached 4, you cannot claim the first 300 Polychromes. Push your level up as soon as the servers open; you still have time before Version 3.2 ends~
One small detail: after claiming the mail, the compensation goes directly into your account. You do not need to copy and paste anything on a redemption-code page, which is more convenient than in some other games.
How to plan a 42-day version? Two key milestones
Version 3.2 runs from today through October 21, lasting about a month and a half~
First-half banner: Clarae (Electric · Edgeguard) + Nangong Yu rerun, available until September 30
Second-half banner: Roxy (Wind · Anomaly) + Promeya rerun, starting September 30
The two new characters are split between the first and second halves, giving you nearly three weeks to observe Clarae’s performance before deciding whether to pull for Roxy in the second half. If you care about meta strength, don’t rush to spend everything in the first half—wait for detailed Clarae reviews, find out whether the new Edgeguard class can really perform, and then allocate your resources~
In-depth Edgeguard breakdown: why it changes build logic
Clarae is the first main DPS in the entire roster who scales with DEF. All of her skill multipliers are calculated from DEF, making ATK completely useless for her!!
【Specifically】
Sharpened damage: All skill damage uses DEF as its base stat, so ATK substats are basically blank stats~
Critical overcap mechanic: Once your CRIT Rate reaches 100%, any extra amount is not wasted. It is converted into a second Sharpened Crit check. If your stat screen shows 200% CRIT Rate, it effectively means 100% CRIT Rate + 100% Sharpened Crit Rate~
Scar and Rupture loop: Hitting enemies with Sharpened damage builds Scar. Once full, the enemy enters the Scar state, up to 3 stacks. Using a specific skill triggers Rupture and deals an additional high-damage AoE hit······
【Impact on builds】
Choose CRIT Rate for Slot 4 and try to cap it; choose DEF% for Slot 5, since DEF functions as ATK for her; choose Energy Regen for Slot 6 to maintain her rotation, or stack more DEF. Substat priority: CRIT Rate ＞ Sharpened Crit DMG ＞ DEF% ＞ flat DEF ＞ PEN~
Key Mindscape value assessment:
● M0 has the complete kit and unlocks the core gameplay, so free-to-play players can stop here~
● M1 increases Scar accumulation speed and adds CRIT Rate stacking, improving her feel to play~
● M2 is the major power spike—it ignores 35% of the enemy’s Electric RES and restores energy when Rupture is triggered!!
● M6 unlocks her maximum endgame damage ceiling, making it a whale toy~
Progression advice: Clarae’s promotion and skill materials must be farmed again; you cannot simply use stockpiled universal materials to fill the requirements. For the next few days, avoid spending all your Battery Charge before the update. Confirm her material needs after launch and then farm efficiently. The Hollow Zero: Lost Void mode includes playable content for Clarae, so prioritize clearing it—the rewards provide considerable help with her progression~
Free outfit roadmap: two available now, one coming in 3.3
All three “Fantasy Angel” outfits can be obtained for free, without spending a single cent~
First outfit: Complete the 14-day login event “Surprise Screening Project” and choose one outfit.
Second outfit: Complete the challenge mode of “Pinball Hero: Bang Bang!” and claim it from the “Angel Support Plan” page.
Third outfit: To be completed in Version 3.3.
If you only plan to get one, it is recommended that you wait until the unlock conditions for the second outfit are available before choosing. Don’t rush to pick one as soon as you finish the login event—what if you prefer the other one later???
Polychrome top-ups for international servers: Kardz direct top-up tips
The version lasts 42 days and features back-to-back banners, so the Polychrome pressure is significant. If you play on an international server, Kardz is one option to consider~
First, understand the difference between the two modes:
Kardz supports both self top-up and login top-up for Zenless Zone Zero~
Self Top-Up: You only need to provide your game UID, then sign in with your own Google account to complete the transaction. Everything is done on your own device, and you do not need to give your account password to anyone. This is the recommended option, and delivery usually takes 3–5 minutes~
Login Top-Up: You need to provide your Google account and password to Kardz customer service, who will log in and complete the operation. This method usually arrives 15–30 minutes after placing the order, but you must change your password immediately afterward. Unless self top-up cannot handle your situation, this method is not recommended~
Self top-up process:
● Search for “Zenless Zone Zero” or “绝区零” on the Kardz website
● Select your server, such as Global, Asia, or America
● Enter your game UID—it can be found on the right side of your profile page after tapping your avatar in the upper-left corner of the game
● Choose a Polychrome denomination or Inter-Knot Membership and pay
● The purchase usually arrives within a few minutes, and direct top-up is generally faster than login top-up~
● Price reference: the monthly pass, or Inter-Knot Membership, has the largest discount at about 39% off; larger packs are around 28%–31% off. First orders also receive an extra discount, so don’t waste it on a small purchase~
Common pitfalls:
1: Entering the wrong UID is the most common problem!! Once the platform has topped up the UID you entered, refunds are generally impossible. Check every digit carefully before ordering~
2: Do not log in to the game immediately after payment, or the order may become stuck~
3: Platforms often offer limited-time deals around major version updates, so check whether there are coupons available before placing your order~
The version has just launched and the banners are now live, so most players are waiting to see Clarae’s real-world performance. If you want to pull for her, it is recommended that you wait two days—let the first wave of detailed reviews come out and confirm the strength of the Edgeguard system before spending. It is safer than going all-in on the first day~
Also, 42 days is not a short version period, but the next update may not be far away. Plan carefully, or you may finish pulling Clarae only to discover that Roxy in the second half is the character you really needed—that feeling is painfully familiar~
Good luck with your Version 3.2 pulls, Proxies!!
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