Introduction
Nekomiya Mana is an S-rank Physical character in Zenless Zone Zero. Nekomiya Mana's specialty is Attack. Faction: Cunning Hares.
On our Zenless Zone Zero tier list Nekomiya Mana is S tier, 16th of the 57 characters ranked, from where 2 current tier lists put Nekomiya Mana.
Other Physical characters in Zenless Zone Zero: Alice Thymefield, Billy Kid, Caesar King, Corin Wickes, Dialyn, Jane Doe and 7 more.
Is Nekomiya Mana good?
A standard Physical attacker built around Dodge Counters: after her Potential Awakening she stores Purr Energy and spends it on a souped-up Dodge Counter nearly as strong as her Ultimate, entering Paw Ambush for Crit DMG, guaranteed Back Attacks and extra damage ticks. She doesn't depend on one partner and can match or beat many limited attackers, so losing a 50/50 to her stings less.
Keeping her Additional Ability up while saving Purr Energy is hard, her Crit Rate needs are steep, and her best form needs Mindscapes and W-Engine copies.
Strengths
- Easy to obtain
- Not tied to one partner
- Damage rivals limited attackers
- Scales well with copies
Weaknesses
- Hard to juggle her Additional Ability and Purr Energy
- Steep Crit Rate requirements
- Big gap between M0 and M6
Profile
Nekomiya Mana is a female Thiren. Her birthday is July 30th, and she stands 148 cm (4'10") tall. Nekomiya Mana is voiced by Hualing (花玲) in Chinese, Alice Himora in English, Hara Sayuri (原 紗友里) in Japanese, and Lee Bo-hee (이보희) in Korean. Nekomiya Mana was released on 4 July 2024.
Background
The best mackerel is always the one you haven't eaten yet~
Nekomiya Mana, better known by her nickname Nekomata, is a playable Agent in Zenless Zone Zero, and a member of the Cunning Hares.
She was formerly a member of the Red Fang Gang.
"The best mackerel is always the one you haven't eaten yet~" — Nekomiya Mana
Spirited and mischievous, she likes to play tricks on others.
Your wallet is her wallet. (Really... It's hers now.)
Athletic and daring, no Hollow is too dangerous for her.
"Cats love fish" is actually an incorrect stereotype.
But Nekomata does love fish...
She's seen a lot of cat-astrophy and "curiosity killed the cat" moments, and seen many a secret that can't be told.
Her introduction on the Official Website.
An extremely energetic girl whose mischievous side sees her play the occasional trick, though only occasionally~
Incredibly curious, with a real love for mackerel.
Get to know her, and you'll find she's hiding something behind that cheerful exterior.
The gratitude of a cat is always so touching...
except when they give a dead mouse.
Despite leaving the Red Fang Gang for a while, Nekomata still commands respect within the gang
The stray cat finally has a place it can come back to, a place to call "home."
Nekomiya Mana's family name, 猫宮, is translated as "cat shrine," whilst in her given name 又奈, 又 means "again" and 奈 means fruit tree.
It can be assumed that her name and surname were chosen so that the first kanji of each would form the Japanese word 猫又.
Nekomiya Mana's nickname is a reference the mythical Japanese creature 猫又, a 妖怪 that can take the shape of a cat with two tails.
Stories
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Nekomiya Mana. Refers to herself as "Nekomata."
A cat Thiren with feline traits, possessing great dexterity when hunting and an insatiable curiosity about the outside world.
Sometimes mischievous, she engages in harmless pranks. But when she sets her sights on a target, her feline-like agility and focus are enough to leave others in awe.
She's most interested in other people's wallets.
Recommendation: Always keep an eye on your wallet when Nekomata is around.
In the past, Nekomata was a member of the long-standing Red Fang Gang. Its leader, Miguel Silver, took on a fatherly role in her life.
Nonetheless, due to differing beliefs from the gang, she opted to part ways and go it alone.
Following certain encounters involving Nicole and others, she eventually opted to enlist in Gentle House, thus becoming the third member of the team.
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Additional Note: Within the Gentle House, Nekomata seems to hold a significant interest in Nicole, much to Anby's displeasure. The likely reason for this could be summed up as: "I was here first..."
Cooperation Notes:
Belle
Kitty cat! Who doesn't like kitty cats!
Ohhh, I want to touch Nekomata's tails! She's got two, that's double the fun!
Wise
Take it easy... She's not some harmless little kitten on the street in New Eridu...
When dealing with Nekomata, the most important thing is keeping an eye on your wallet...
Stats
- HP7,560
- ATK835
- DEF587
At level 60. Each bar is measured against the highest value in the Zenless Zone Zero roster.
Skills
20Basic Attack: Kitty Slash
Basic AttackPress Basic Attack to activate: Unleashes up to 5 slashes, dealing Physical DMG. On the last hit, there is a 33.33% chance to repeat this hit 3 times. 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier: 111.3% 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 125.3% 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 146.4% 4th-Hit DMG Multiplier: 340.7% 5th-Hit DMG Multiplier: 247.9% 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier: 27.9% 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 55.8% 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 70.9% 4th-Hit Daze Multiplier: 156.5% 5th-Hit Daze Multiplier: 88.6%
At skill level 12
Basic Attack: Crimson Blade
Basic AttackHold Basic Attack during the first 3 hits of Nekomata's Basic Attack to activate: Slashes enemies in front and passes through them, dealing Physical DMG. Upon activation, there is a 33.33% chance to repeat this attack 3 times. DMG Multiplier: 144.4% Daze Multiplier: 88.6%
At skill level 12
Dodge: Can't Touch Me-ow~
DodgePress Dodge to activate: A rapid dodge. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Dash Attack: Over Here!
DodgePress Basic Attack during a dodge to activate: Slashes enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG. DMG Multiplier: 70.3% Daze Multiplier: 26.4%
At skill level 12
Dodge Counter: Phantom Claws
DodgePress Basic Attack during a Perfect Dodge to activate: Slashes enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG: Multiplier: 456.7% Daze Multiplier: 299.6%
At skill level 12
Quick Assist: Cat's Paw
AssistWhen the on-field character is launched, press Assist to activate: Slashes enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 189.1% Daze Multiplier: 141.80%
At skill level 12
Defensive Assist: Desperate Defense
AssistWhen the character on field is about to be attacked, press Assist to activate: Parries the enemy's attack, dealing massive Daze. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. Light Defensive Daze Multiplier: 388.8% Heavy Defensive Daze Multiplier: 491.2% Chain Defensive Daze Multiplier: 239.6%
At skill level 12
Assist Follow-Up: Shadow Strike
AssistPress Basic Attack after a Defensive Assist to activate: Charge and slash enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 601.80% Daze Multiplier: 387.9%
At skill level 12
Special Attack: Surprise Attack
Special AttackPress Special Attack to activate: Unleashes a downward strike, dealing Physical DMG. Anti-Interrupt level is increased while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 94.6% Daze Multiplier: 71.5%
At skill level 12
EX Special Attack: Super Surprise Attack!
Special AttackWith enough Energy, press EX Special Attack to activate: Unleashes a powerful falling slash that deals massive Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 1079.80% Daze Multiplier: 683.1% Energy Cost: 40
At skill level 12
Chain Attack: Claw Swipe
Chain AttackWhen a Chain Attack is triggered, select the character to activate: Unleashes a powerful slash at enemies ahead in a large area, dealing massive Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 1073% Daze Multiplier: 239.5%
At skill level 12
Ultimate: Claw Smash
Chain AttackWhen Decibel Rating is at Maximum, press Ultimate to activate: Unleashes powerful slashes at enemies ahead in a large area, dealing massive Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 3143% Daze Multiplier: 177.5%
At skill level 12
Core Passive: Stealthy Paws
Core SkillWhen Nekomata's Dodge Counter or Quick Assist hits an enemy, her DMG increases by 30% for 6s. *Stats shown are at Base level. DMG Increase: 60%
At skill level 7 (F)
Additional Ability: Catwalk
Core SkillWhen another character in your squad shares the same Attribute or Faction: After any character inflicts Assault, increases the DMG of Nekomata's next EX Special Attack by 35%, stacking up to 2 times.
Bird Hunter
Mindscape 1When Nekomata hits an enemy from behind, she ignores 16% of her target's Physical RES. If the enemy is Stunned, all Nekomata's attacks are considered back attacks.
Cat & Mouse
Mindscape 2When there's only one enemy on the field and Nekomata is in combat, her Energy Generation Rate is increased by 25%.
Curious Left Tail
Mindscape 3Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2
Sharpen Claws
Mindscape 4When Nekomata uses her EX Special Attack, her CRIT Rate increases by 7% for 15s, stacking up to 2 times, with each stack's duration being calculated separately.
Lucky Right Tail
Mindscape 5Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2
Predator Lineage
Mindscape 6When Nekomata launches a Chain Attack or uses her Ultimate, her CRIT DMG increases by 18%, stacking up to 3 times. The effect expires when she's no longer in-combat. This effect gains maximum stacks immediately on defeating an enemy.
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