
Introduction
Nicole Demara is an A-rank Ether character in Zenless Zone Zero. Nicole Demara's specialty is Support. Faction: Cunning Hares.
On our Zenless Zone Zero tier list Nicole Demara is B tier, 31st of the 57 characters ranked, from where 18 current tier lists put Nicole Demara.
Other Ether characters in Zenless Zone Zero: Aria, Astra Yao, Lucia Elowen, Nangong Yu, Pyrois, Vivian Banshee and 2 more.
Is Nicole Demara good?
A free A-rank Ether support and one of the strongest buffers in the game. Spending bullets on her empowered attacks applies a 40% DEF Shred and gives allies 25% extra Ether damage on that target, her Energy Field pulls enemies together, and M6 adds Crit Rate.
She spends little time on field and can swap in mid-stun or trigger Quick Assists easily. The DEF Shred only lasts 3.5 seconds, so it needs constant upkeep, and it works against Rupture agents and lowers the value of PEN Ratio.
Strengths
- Huge DEF Shred
- Groups enemies with her Energy Field
- Low field time and easy swaps
- Free and cheap to build
Weaknesses
- Short DEF Shred uptime needs constant upkeep
- Clashes with Rupture agents and PEN Ratio
Best build for Nicole Demara
From 3 guidesW-Engine
5 options- 13 of 3
- 22 of 3
- 32 of 3
- 42 of 3
- 52 of 3
Main stats
- Disc 4
- Anomaly Proficiency
- Disc 5
- Ether DMG
- Disc 6
- Energy Regen
/ATK% - Substats
- Anomaly Proficiency
>ATK% >PEN
Drive Disc (4-piece)
3 options- 12 of 3
Moonlight Lullaby(4) - 22 of 3
Astral Voice(4) - 32 of 3
Swing Jazz(4)
Drive Disc (2-piece)
7 options- 12 of 2
Hormone Punk(2) - 21 of 2
Chaotic Metal(2)
Show 5 more set optionsShow fewer
- 31 of 2
Phaethon's Melody(2) - 41 of 2
Astral Voice(2) - 51 of 2
Swing Jazz(2) - 61 of 2
Chaos Jazz(2) - 71 of 2
Freedom Blues(2)
Profile
Nicole Demara carries the title "The Gravity Warden". Nicole Demara is a female Human. Her birthday is November 11th, and she stands 165 cm (5'5") tall. Nicole Demara is voiced by Chen Tingting (陈婷婷) in Chinese, Nadia Marshall in English, Serizawa Yū (芹澤 優) in Japanese, and Shin Na-ri (신나리) in Korean. Nicole Demara was released on 4 July 2024.
Background
The leader of the odd-job agency the Cunning Hares, who accept all kinds of Hollow-related commissions.
She's been on the streets for many years, and has a reputation among her peers as being exceedingly cunning.
She's been blacklisted by many clients due to her all-or nothing approach.
She loves money, but is surprisingly bad at managing it, leaving the Cunning Hares constantly on the edge of bankruptcy and owing many debts.
Her introduction on the Official Website.
Nicole is the founder of the New Eridu Odd-Job Agency the Cunning Hares.
After years on the streets, Nicole's crafty and cunning behavior has earned her a reputation among her peers as "Even more cunning than a hare".
Despite the agency's high commission fee, the Cunning Hares financial situation is constantly in the red...
Her introduction on HoYoLab.
Time is money — so even if I don't do anything, you better pay well~
178, 179, 180... What am I counting, you ask?
My appearance fee, of course, 10 Dennies per second~
Her introduction on Twitter.
Nicole's afraid of ghosts... Perhaps because of a guilty conscience?
The usually stingy Nicole is generous when treating the orphanage kids.
Nicole is a genius when it comes to business.
No matter how poor she may be, she is still a genius
Nicole's design aesthetic bears a resemblance to the Gyaru subculture of Japanese fashion, which is to express the non-conformist attitude of young girls, mixing with Japanese Kawaii culture.
There are some specific details referencing the style:
Her outfit with shorts, ripped stockings and platform shoes.
Her brightly dyed hair, decorated nails and phone.
According to Venus, Nicole's moniker is "the Gravity Warden."
Nicole's surname, Demara, is a reference to the American imposter Ferdinand Waldo Demara, who is known for various impersonations throughout his life.
Stories
2Details
Database search: Nicole. Returned results:
"Boss of the odd-job agency, the Cunning Hares," "Streetwise," "Orphan, parents unknown."
Nicole's agency was originally called Gentle House, but due to her reputation of being cunning, it gained the nickname the Cunning Hares.
"She's really into money! I don't know what she's doing with it all though, seems like she's doing nothing."
— The above is a quote from a popular post on Inter-Knot: "Her odd-job agency is outrageous. I've never encountered a boss who knows how to turn everything into profit!"
The individual involved responded, "This, this is a false accusation! I, Nicole, have never been skilled at making money — mainly because I don't have any money to begin with!"
According to reliable sources, the Cunning Hares are constantly in debt, and their "careful budgeting" seems to have no effect on the organization.
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During her early years, Nicole spent a good amount of time in an orphanage.
There are rumors that Nicole once reached an adoption agreement with a prominent family. Yet, shortly afterward, she reappeared by herself somewhere in New Eridu, and has been out around the streets ever since.
Cooperation Notes:
Belle
Turns out Nicole is more famous in the biz than I thought huh!
Wise
Instead of these astute comments, I’m more interested in seeing a comprehensive list of everything Nicole owes us.
Stats
- HP8,145
- ATK574
- DEF622
At level 60. Each bar is measured against the highest value in the Zenless Zone Zero roster.
Skills
20Basic Attack: Cunning Combo
Basic AttackPress Basic Attack to activate: Unleashes up to 3 strikes, dealing Physical DMG. 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier: 78.5% + 18.2%*3 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 71.6% + 18.1%*4 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 248.6% + 18%*20 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier: 29.4% + 10.6%*3 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 44.4% + 10.5%*4 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 157.1% + 10.4%*20
At skill level 12
Basic Attack: Do As I Please
Basic AttackAfter using a Special Attack, EX Special Attack, Chain Attack, or Ultimate, Nicole can reload, and her Basic Attack and Dash Attack are enhanced, increasing the power of her bullets. 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier: 78.5% + 32.9%*3 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 71.6% + 32.9%*4 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 248.6% + 32.9%*20 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier: 29.4% + 10.6%*3 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 44.4% + 10.5%*4 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 157.1% + 10.4%*20
At skill level 12
Dodge: Speed Demon
DodgePress Dodge to activate: A rapid dodge. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. Drag the the movement stick to dodge, then hold Dodge to reload while dodging, enhancing Basic Attacks and Dash Attacks up to 8 times.
Dash Attack: Jack in the Box
DodgeWhen dragging the the movement stick during a dodge, press Basic Attack: Dashes in the target direction and strikes nearby enemies, dealing Physical DMG. When not dragging the the movement stick during a dodge, press Basic Attack: Vaults backward and launches a ranged strike against enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG. Automatically reloads after the attack to enhance her Basic Attack and Dash Attack, up to 8 times. Forward Dash DMG Multiplier: 83% + 18%*13 Backward Dash DMG Multiplier: 120.5% Forward Dash DMG Multiplier: 44.4% + 5.2%*13 Backward Dash Daze Multiplier: 90.8%
At skill level 12
Dodge Counter: Diverted Bombard
DodgePress Basic Attack during a Perfect Dodge to activate: Dodge backwards and send a ranged strike at enemies in front, dealing Ether DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. Automatically reloads after the attack to enhance Basic Attack and Dash Attack up to 8 times. DMG Multiplier: 365% Daze Multiplier: 247%
At skill level 12
Quick Assist: Emergency Bombard
AssistWhen the on-field character is launched, press Assist to activate: Dodge backwards and send a ranged strike at enemies in front, dealing Ether DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. Automatically reloads after the attack to enhance Basic Attack and Dash Attack up to 8 times. DMG Multiplier: 127.2% Daze Multiplier: 96.4%
At skill level 12
Defensive Assist: The Hare Strikes Back!
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: 371.0% Heavy Defensive Daze Multiplier: 467.9% Chain Defensive Daze Multiplier: 227.6%
At skill level 12
Assist Follow-Up: Window of Opportunity
AssistPress Basic Attack after a Defensive Assist to activate: Charge forward and bombard enemies, dealing Ether DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 754.4% Daze Multiplier: 496.4%
At skill level 12
Special Attack: Sugarcoated Bullet
Special AttackPress Special Attack to activate: Unleashes a ranged strike against enemies in front, dealing Ether DMG. Anti-Interrupt level is increased while using this skill. Automatically reloads after the attack to enhance Basic Attack and Dash Attack up to 8 times. DMG Multiplier: 105.4% Daze Multiplier: 76.4%
At skill level 12
EX Special Attack: Stuffed Sugarcoated Bullet
Special AttackWith enough Energy, press EX Special Attack to activate: A powerful ranged strike, generating an energy field that pulls enemies towards its center to deal Ether DMG. Hold EX Special Attack down to charge up this attack, during which a small energy field is generated at the muzzle as Energy is consumed, dealing bonus DMG to enemies nearby. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. A Quick Assist is triggered when this skill hits an enemy. Automatically reloads after the attack to enhance Basic Attack and Dash Attack up to 8 times. Charged Attack DMG Multiplier: 430.6% Bombard DMG Multiplier: 430.6% Energy Field DMG Multiplier: 774.2% Charged Daze Multiplier: 270.0% Bombard Daze Multiplier: 270.0% Energy Field Daze Multiplier: 486.4%
At skill level 12
Chain Attack: Ether Shellacking
Chain AttackWhen a Chain Attack is triggered, select the character to activate: Unleashes a powerful ranged strike at enemies in a small area, generating an energy field that pulls enemies towards its center to deal Ether DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. A Quick Assist is triggered when this skill hits an enemy. Automatically reloads after the attack to enhance Basic Attack and Dash Attack up to 8 times. Bombard DMG Multiplier: 420.8% Energy Field DMG Multiplier: 566.8% Bombard Daze Multiplier: 76.4% Energy Field Daze Multiplier: 101.6%
At skill level 12
Ultimate: Ether Grenade
Chain AttackWhen Decibel Rating is at Maximum, press Ultimate to activate: Unleashes a powerful ranged strike at enemies in a small area, generating an energy field that pulls enemies towards its center to deal Ether DMG. When using this skill, other squad members recover 10 Energy. The next character to switch in gains an additional 20 Energy. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. A Quick Assist is triggered when this skill hits an enemy. Automatically reloads after the attack to enhance Basic Attack and Dash Attack up to 8 times. Bombard DMG Multiplier: 1293.6% Energy Field DMG Multiplier: 1746.6% Bombard Daze Multiplier: 54.7% Energy Field Daze Multiplier: 73.9%
At skill level 12
Core Passive: Mechanical Case
Core SkillAfter hitting an enemy with a Special Attack, EX Special Attack, Chain Attack, or Ultimate, Nicole can reload, enhancing her Basic Attack and Dash Attack. When her enhanced bullets or Energy Field hits an enemy, the target's DEF is reduced by 20% for 3.5s. *Stats shown are at Base level. Target's DEF reduced: 40%
At skill level 7 (F)
Additional Ability: Hare of Many Burrows
Core SkillWhen another character in your squad shares the same Attribute or Faction: When Nicole's Core Passive: Mechanical Case applies a debuff to an enemy, all squad members deal 25% more Ether DMG to the target for 3.5s.
Supercharged Bomb
Mindscape 1The DMG and the Anomaly Buildup inflicted by Nicole's EX Special Attack increases by 16%. For each additional 0.1s of charging when Nicole activates her EX Special Attack, the duration of the energy field created at the target location increases by 0.15s
Charging Device
Mindscape 2Nicole recovers 5 Energy when Core Passive: Mechanical Case's debuff is triggered. This effect can trigger once every [ ]s.
A Hare's Cunning
Mindscape 3Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2
Field Expansion
Mindscape 4When Nicole uses her EX Special Attack, Chain Attack, or Ultimate, the diameter of the energy field generated at the target location is increased by 3m.
Industry Star
Mindscape 5Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2
Corrupting Energy Field
Mindscape 6When Nicole's energy fields deal DMG to an enemy, all squad member's CRIT Rate against that enemy increases by 1.5%, stacking up to 10 times, and lasting 12s. The duration of each stack is calculated separately.
How to get Nicole Demara
Completing the Prologue Chapter of Phaethon's Story: Business x Strangeness x Justness
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