ZZZ 3.2: Claret arrives, a new specialty changes the game
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ZZZ 3.2: Claret arrives, a new specialty changes the game

Alexandre Alexandre Jollier v3.2
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In brief

Zenless Zone Zero 3.2 welcomes Claret, the first character stamped with the Armorer specialty, an unprecedented specialty that redefines combat mechanics. With phase 1 banners pairing Claret (Electric-Armorer) and Nangong Yu (Ether-Stun), followed by phase 2 with Roxy and Promeia's rerun, this update promises to redistribute team compositions around new synergies.

ZZZ 3.2 plays its trump card: Claret, the first character branded as an Armorer specialty, a completely unprecedented role in the roster. After Wind was introduced with Velina in 3.0, HoYoverse continues to expand the combat mechanics rather than simply stacking up classic DPS units. On paper, this is the most structural change in this update.

On the banners side, phase 1 pairs Claret (Electric-Armorer) with the rerun of Nangong Yu (Ether-Stun), still solid as a control unit. Phase 2 follows up with the arrival of Roxy and a new rerun for Promeia. A small detail that matters for W-Engine and Bangboo collectors: the game now allows customizing the rate-up for A-Rank Agents, so there's no specific A-Rank featured on this banner. For exact release times, see our dedicated article on 3.2 launch hours.

For the average player, the stakes are simple: Claret introduces a new way to play that could reshuffle team compositions around the already established Wind and Anomaly mechanics. For the competitive player, the real question will be whether the Armorer specialty brings a genuine defensive tool or just another gadget in an already packed roster. Early community feedback on the kits and Deadly Assault tests will quickly settle the matter once the live version is out.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Claret truly the game's first Armorer?
Yes, Claret is the first character stamped with the Armorer specialty. It's a completely new specialty in the roster, marking a turning point in the diversification of combat mechanics beyond the classic DPS formula.
When does 3.2 launch exactly?
Zenless Zone Zero 3.2 will be available on September 8, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET (UTC-4). A 5-hour maintenance precedes the launch, starting at 6:00 PM ET on the same day.
Who is featured in phase 2 banner?
Phase 2 introduces Roxy as a new recruit and features Promeia's rerun. Unlike phase 1, no specific A-Rank is in the spotlight since the game now allows players to customize the rate-up of A-Rank Agents.
Does Armorer really change the meta of team compositions?
That's the central question: Claret could redistribute compositions around Wind and Anomaly already in place, but only early testing in Deadly Assault and community feedback once the version goes live will determine if it's a true game-changer or just another gadget.

Key takeaways

  • Claret inaugurates the Armorer specialty, the only structural novelty in 3.2 after the Wind specialty introduced by Velina in 3.0.
  • The phase 1 banner couples Claret with Nangong Yu (Ether-Stun), while phase 2 shifts to Roxy and Promeia's rerun.
  • HoYoverse now lets players customize the rate-up of A-Rank Agents, so no specific A-Rank is featured this time.
  • The real competitive question will be whether Armorer provides a solid defensive tool or just a cosmetic gadget against an already oversaturated roster.

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