Ye Shunguang

S-Rank Agent

Ye Shunguang

/Physical/Attack

Yunkui Summit

Stier

Introduction

Ye Shunguang is an S-rank Physical character in Zenless Zone Zero. Ye Shunguang's weapon type is Honed Edge and specialty is Attack. Faction: Yunkui Summit.

On our Zenless Zone Zero tier list Ye Shunguang is S tier, 11th of the 57 characters ranked, from where 8 current tier lists put Ye Shunguang.

Other Physical characters in Zenless Zone Zero: Alice Thymefield, Billy Kid, Caesar King, Corin Wickes, Dialyn, Jane Doe and 7 more.

Is Ye Shunguang good?

Ye Shunguang's Basic Attacks turn devastating once she enters Enlightened Mind, and her Ultimate hits hard too, all in a kit that's easy to learn since her innate crit rate means gearing focuses mostly on crit damage. We rank her S tier; the gap between her signature W-Engine and other options is fairly steep, and her damage outside Enlightened Mind stays merely decent rather than exceptional.

Pairs well with: Dialyn; Sunna.

Strengths

  • Basic Attacks hit extremely hard during Enlightened Mind
  • Strong Ultimate damage on top of that
  • Easy kit to learn
  • Innate crit rate makes gearing simpler than most units

Weaknesses

  • Big performance gap between her signature W-Engine and other options
  • Damage outside Enlightened Mind is just decent, not standout

Best build for Ye Shunguang

From 3 guides

W-Engine

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Skill priority

  1. 1
    Basic AttackChain AttackCore Skill
  2. 2
    Special Attack
  3. 3
    AssistDodge

Drive Disc (4-piece)

  1. White Water Ballad(4)
    3 of 3

Drive Disc (2-piece)

6 options
  1. 1
    Branch & Blade Song(2)
    2 of 2
  2. 2
    Woodpecker Electro(2)
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    Puffer Electro(2)
    1 of 2
  2. 4
    Astral Voice(2)
    1 of 2
  3. 5
    Hormone Punk(2)
    1 of 2
  4. 6
    Fanged Metal(2)
    1 of 2

Main stats

Disc 4
CRIT DMG/ATK%
Disc 5
ATK%/PEN Ratio/Physical DMG
Disc 6
ATK%
Substats
CRIT Rate >CRIT DMG=ATK% >ATK >PEN

Profile

Ye Shunguang is a female Thiren. Her birthday is January 20th, and she stands 162cm (5'4") tall. Ye Shunguang is voiced by Tao Dian (陶典) in Chinese, Kristen McGuire in English, Ichimichi Mao (M・A・O) in Japanese, and Kim Ha-ru (김하루) in Korean. Ye Shunguang was released on 30 December 2025.

Background

Ye Shunguang

I shall wield my blade and shatter every thread of fate.

is a playable Agent in Zenless Zone Zero, and a member of Yunkui Summit.

After the events of Season 2 Chapter 6, she was awarded the title of "Void Hunter: Qingming Arbiter" for her efforts.

"So, you're Shifu's new apprentice."

"Since senior Fufu is your most senior sister, that makes me your second senior sister."

"Among all our fellow disciples, you're the only one who calls me senior sister!"

"If you need any help, I'll be more than happy to lend a hand!"

Void Hunter Description

In the Agent menu, in place of a brief name most Agents have, Ye Shunguang has Void Hunter Void Hunter: Qingming Arbiter, which, if interacted with, gives the following passage.

The Void Hunters represent the highest honor and strongest force in all of New Eridu.

The mayor will bestow each of them a unique title before their name.

This title not only commends and represents their irreplaceable and impressive feats, but also immortalizes the resolve unique to each Void Hunter.

As for Ye Shunguang, her title is the "Qingming Arbiter."

This symbolizes the fact that Ye Shunguang is no longer constrained by, nor is a victim of, the Qingming Sword, but rather its master and is able to harness its power.

It not only cements the fact that Ye Shunguang holds dominion over the Qingming Sword, but also serves as a reminder to all that behind this honor lies an unrelentless and ongoing sacrifice.

Every time she slashes her sword, the sands of her memories silently fall.

Every time she shields another, her senses gradually fade.

This is the Qingming Arbiter of New Eridu.

She is no divine being, yet she holds unimaginable strength.

Consequently, she also bears a burden so heavy that it stirs the heavens.

Thus, when you see the blinding flash of her sword streaking through the night, never forget:

That light represents the young lady's devotion and protection through self-sacrifice.

Though her road is lined with thorns, she continues to sow seeds that symbolize hope.

Fate may be unpredictable, but she's willing to shoulder the burdens of the world.

She walked alone through the dark night — until she took your hand.

Stories

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Details

Ye Shunguang is the Sword Keeper of Yunkui Summit's treasured Qingming Sword, a disciple of Yixuan, and the younger sister of Ye Shiyuan, as well as a swordswoman blessed with extraordinary talent. She enjoyed a happy childhood until the fall of the old capital, when her parents lost their lives rescuing others, bringing all her happiness to an abrupt end. From then on, she relied solely on her brother — up until Yixuan took them in, bringing them into Yunkui Summit. Later, she was chosen by the Qingming Sword, taking up the mantle and duty of Sword Keeper. Rumor has it that the Qingming Sword's favor is less a blessing and more a kind of curse. Though it gives its Sword Keeper Void Hunter level power, it extracts a harsh cost — the loss of one's memories and five senses. In order to subdue this side effect, Yixuan Shifu crafted a custom sword case for Ye Shunguang. It appears effective for the moment, but the true nature of the weapon is still shrouded in mystery.

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When Ye Shunguang first took up the Qingming Sword, she was still just a child, suddenly burdened with responsibilities far beyond her age. She wasn't allowed to own toys, was constantly pushed to be mature, and made to undertake constant sword training... The weight of it all pressed down on her, and she simply had to accept it. After an emotional outburst, she once fled the sect and wandered across Failume Heights — where you appeared and handed her a small packet of osmanthus candy, offering a rare moment of warmth. Addition: her favorite pastry now is osmanthus cake, perhaps for this very reason.

Cooperation Notes:

Belle

So, uh... can Xiao'Guang visit the video store every day? Eous and I both really miss her!

Wise

Xiao'Guang is endlessly kind and reliable. Anything you entrust to her gets handled flawlessly... Hmm... so this is what people mean by "the perfect child your parents always compare you to," huh?

Void Hunter: Qingming Arbiter

The Void Hunters represent the highest honor and strongest force in all of New Eridu.

The mayor will bestow each of them a unique title before their name.

This title not only commends and represents their irreplaceable and impressive feats, but also immortalizes the resolve unique to each Void Hunter.

As for Ye Shunguang, her title is the "Qingming Arbiter."

This symbolizes the fact that Ye Shunguang is no longer constrained by, nor is a victim of, the Qingming Sword, but rather its master and is able to harness its power. It not only cements the fact that Ye Shunguang holds dominion over the Qingming Sword, but also serves as a reminder to all that behind this honor lies an unrelentless and ongoing sacrifice.

Every time she slashes her sword, the sands of her memories silently fall.

Every time she shields another, her senses gradually fade.

Stats

  • HP7,673
  • ATK863
  • DEF606
  • Impact83

At max level. Each bar is measured against the highest value in the Zenless Zone Zero roster.

Skills

35
  • Basic Attack: Swiftedge

    Basic Attack

    Press Basic Attack to activate: Launches up to four forward slashes, dealing Physical DMG. Can be chained into Dash Attack: Phantasm Dash after the 4th hit. 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier: 159.7% 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 488.3% 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 250% 4th-Hit DMG Multiplier: 736.5% 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier: 40.8% 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 117.1% 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 54.1% 4th-Hit Daze Multiplier: 161.2%

    At skill level 12

  • Basic Attack: Cloudstream Sword Will

    Basic Attack

    Hold Basic Attack to activate: Launches a flurry of blade shockwaves, dealing Physical DMG. Hold to extend the attack. Anti-Interrupt Level is increased during this skill. Individual Blade Energy DMG Multiplier: 33.4% Individual Blade Energy Daze Multiplier: 7.9%

    At skill level 12

  • Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Splitting Currents

    Basic Attack

    While in the Enlightened Mind state and on the ground, press Basic Attack to activate: Performs up to three forward slashes, dealing Physical DMG. If struck by an enemy attack during the 3rd hit, triggers a block, negating that instance of DMG. If she possesses Qingming Sword Force, the 3rd hit is replaced with Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Skyward Ascent. 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier: 225.9% 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 312.1% 3rd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 433.3% 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier: 54.5% 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 74.8% 3rd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 104%

    At skill level 12

  • Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Skyward Ascent

    Basic Attack

    While in the Enlightened Mind state and with Qingming Sword Force, after the 2nd hit of Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Splitting Currents, press Basic Attack to activate: Launches a swift rising attack, dealing Physical DMG and entering an airborne state. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 182.3% Daze Multiplier: 54.5%

    At skill level 12

  • Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight Maximum

    Basic Attack

    After activating Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight Annihilation, and with Qingming Sword Force, press Basic Attack to activate: Launches a wide sweeping slash forward, dealing massive Physical DMG. On hit, 1 point of Qingming Sword Force is consumed. If struck by an enemy during the skill, triggers a block, negating that instance of DMG and increasing the skill's Interrupt Level. After using this skill and with Qingming Sword Force, press EX Special Attack to consume 1 point of Qingming Sword Force and launch a hit of EX Special Attack: Enlightened Mind - Soaring Light. This skill is automatically followed up with Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Skyward Ascent, and Ye Shunguang enters an airborne state. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 1209.8% Daze Multiplier: 115.5%

    At skill level 12

  • Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight

    Basic Attack

    In the Enlightened Mind state, and while airborne, press Basic Attack to activate: Launches up to two downward slashes in front, dealing Physical DMG. Ye Shunguang will not exit the Enlightened Mind state during this skill. Press EX Special Attack or Dodge to follow up with Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight Annihilation. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. 1st-Hit DMG Multiplier: 241.7% 2nd-Hit DMG Multiplier: 313.8% 1st-Hit Daze Multiplier: 51.6% 2nd-Hit Daze Multiplier: 66%

    At skill level 12

  • Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight Annihilation

    Basic Attack

    After the 2nd hit of Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight, press Basic Attack to activate: Performs a falling attack in front, entering a grounded state, and dealing Physical DMG. When launching this skill with 2 or more points of Qingming Sword Force, Ye Shunguang will perform a downward falling strike across a large area in front instead, dealing massive Physical DMG. On hit, 2 points of Qingming Sword Force are consumed, granting the Culmination effect. After using this skill, if Ye Shunguang possesses Qingming Sword Force, press EX Special Attack to consume 1 point of Qingming Sword Force and launch a hit of EX Special Attack: Enlightened Mind - Soaring Light, which can be quickly followed up with Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight Maximum. Ye Shunguang will not exit the Enlightened Mind state during this skill. During this skill, if attacked by enemies, triggers a block, negating that instance of DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier With Qingming Sword Force: 1783.3% Daze Multiplier With Qingming Sword Force: 87.5% DMG Multiplier Without Qingming Sword Force: 320.5% Daze Multiplier Without Qingming Sword Force: 68.1%

    At skill level 12

  • Culmination

    Basic Attack

    During EX Special Attack: Enlightened Mind - Soaring Light, each time Qingming Sword Force is consumed while Culmination is active, the Qingming Sword Force cost is replaced by consuming Culmination instead. This effect does not stack, and lasts until the current Enlightened Mind ends.

  • Dodge: Leave No Trace

    Dodge

    Press Dodge to activate: A quick dash dodge. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. During the Enlightened Mind state, and if a Perfect Dodge is triggered, press Basic Attack to activate Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Skyward Ascent.

  • Dodge: Wandering Cloud

    Dodge

    While tilting the the movement stick, hold Dodge to activate: Enters a high-speed movement state. Steer with the the movement stick, and release the the movement stick to stop.

  • Dash Attack: Phantasm Dash

    Dodge

    Press Basic Attack during a dodge to activate: Slashes enemies in front, dealing Physical DMG.

  • Dodge Counter: Swallow Strike

    Dodge

    Press Basic Attack during a Perfect Dodge to activate: Leaps into the air and thrusts forward, dealing Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.

  • Entry Skill: Illuminating Darkness

    Assist

    With 6 Qingming Sword Force and while not in the Enlightened Mind state, hold Basic Attack to activate, or press Assist while in combat and switch on-field from off-field to activate: Enters the Enlightened Mind state and activates Ether Veil: Verdict. Deals Physical DMG to enemies in a large area in front. Activating this skill is considered as activating a Quick Assist. Enters the airborne state after using this skill. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.

  • Quick Assist: Support Guard

    Assist

    When the active character is launched, press Assist to activate: Leaps into the air and thrusts forward, dealing Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 161.9% Daze Multiplier: 48.2%

    At skill level 12

  • Assist Follow-Up: Cease Hostility

    Assist

    Press Basic Attack after a Defensive Assist to activate: Deals massive Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.

  • Defensive Assist: When I Return

    Assist

    When the on-field character 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: 293.2% Heavy Defensive Daze Multiplier: 311.7% Chain Defensive Daze Multiplier: 179.7%

    At skill level 12

  • Quick Assist: Enlightened Mind - Tactical Support

    Assist

    While in the Enlightened Mind state, when the active character is launched, press Assist to activate: Launches a forward slash, dealing Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.

  • Assist Follow-Up: Enlightened Mind - Unification

    Assist

    While in the Enlightened Mind state and after a Defensive Assist, press Basic Attack to activate: Deals massive Physical DMG. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.

  • Special Attack: Guiding Tides

    Special Attack

    Press Special Attack to activate: If a dodge is available, 1 dodge chance is consumed, and the action is counted as activating a Dodge. I f no dodge is available or a Perfect Dodge is not triggered, launches a quick sword energy attack that deals Physical DMG. If a Perfect Dodge is triggered at this time, launches a flying sword attack, dealing Physical DMG, and immediately follow up with the 2nd hit of Basic Attack: Swiftedge. Character is briefly invulnerable during the skill. DMG Multiplier: 197.9% Daze Multiplier: 37.5% Perfect Dodge Triggered DMG Multiplier: 632.7% Perfect Dodge Triggered Daze Multiplier: 199.2%

    At skill level 12

  • EX Special Attack: Gale Suppression

    Special Attack

    With enough Energy, press EX Special Attack to activate: Launches a rushing slash and a flying sword attack at the enemy, dealing massive Physical DMG. Enemy attacks can be dodged during this skill. After this skill is used, gain 1 point of Qingming Sword Force. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.

  • Special Attack: Enlightened Mind - Clean Exit

    Special Attack

    While in the Enlightened Mind state and grounded, press EX Special Attack to activate: Performs a swift backstep slash, dealing Physical DMG. If a dodge is available, 1 dodge chance is consumed, and the action is counted as activating a Dodge. If a Perfect Dodge is triggered at this time, press Basic Attack to quickly activate Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight Maximum and enter Vital View. After this Enlightened Mind - Sunderlight Maximum activates, it can be immediately followed up with Basic Attack: Enlightened Mind - Skyward Ascent. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 142.5% Daze Multiplier: 26.3%

    At skill level 12

  • EX Special Attack: Enlightened Mind - Soaring Light

    Special Attack

    In the Enlightened Mind state and with Qingming Sword Force, hold EX Special Attack to activate: Performs quick consecutive slashes, dealing massive Physical DMG while rapidly consuming Qingming Sword Force until none remains. The skill ends early if Qingming Sword Force is insufficient or if EX Special Attack is released. Ye Shunguang will not exit the Enlightened Mind state during this skill. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. 1 Qingming Sword Force Consumed DMG Multiplier: 352.7% 1 Qingming Sword Force Consumed Daze Multiplier: 27.2% 6 Qingming Sword Force Consumed DMG Multiplier: 2116.2% 6 Qingming Sword Force Consumed Daze Multiplier: 163.2%

    At skill level 12

  • EX Special Attack: Enlightened Mind - Return to Dust

    Special Attack

    In the Enlightened Mind state, press Ultimate or hold EX Special Attack when all Qingming Sword Force is expended to activate: Deals massive Physical DMG to enemies in a large area. Ye Shunguang will not exit the Enlightened Mind state during this skill. After using this skill, Ether Veil: Verdict is removed and the Enlightened Mind state ends. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 2322.7% Daze Multiplier: 209.8%

    At skill level 12

  • Chain Attack: Smite the Wicked

    Chain Attack

    When 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: 1743.9% Daze Multiplier: 272.8%

    At skill level 12

  • Ultimate: Chasing Storms

    Chain Attack

    When Decibel Rating is at Maximum, press Ultimate to activate: Summons a sword formation and enter the Enlightened Mind state, activating an Ether Veil: Verdict while also gaining 6 Qingming Sword Force. This skill deals massive Physical DMG. Upon activating this skill, if Decibels are consumed, press Ultimate while in this Enlightened Mind state to launch an Ultimate: Cleaving Heavens that doesn't consume Decibels. Enter the airborne state after using this skill. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 3850% Daze Multiplier: 82.5%

    At skill level 12

  • Chain Attack: Enlightened Mind - Lure Thunder

    Chain Attack

    While in the Enlightened Mind state, and when 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. Ye Shunguang will not exit the Enlightened Mind state during this skill. Enter the airborne state after using this skill. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 1817.2% Daze Multiplier: 206.8%

    At skill level 12

  • Ultimate: Cleaving Heavens

    Chain Attack

    After consuming Decibels to launch Ultimate: Chasing Storms and while in the Enlightened Mind state, press Ultimate or hold EX Special Attack when all Qingming Sword Force is expended to activate: Summons a massive blade, dealing massive Physical DMG to enemies. Ye Shunguang will not exit the Enlightened Mind state during this skill. After using this skill, the Enlightened Mind state ends, and Ether Veil: Verdict is removed. This skill doesn't consume Decibels. Character is invulnerable while using this skill. DMG Multiplier: 6168.7% Daze Multiplier: 227.2%

    At skill level 12

  • Core Passive: Burning Clarity

    Core Skill

    When not in the Enlightened Mind state and with fewer than 6 points of Qingming Sword Force, certain attacks slowly build Qingming Sword Force. Whenever Qingming Sword Force is gained by any means, each 1 point of Qingming Sword Force that exceeds the limit is converted into 1 stack of Bearer, stacking up to 3 times. Upon leaving the Enlightened Mind state, all Bearer stacks are consumed to grant the same number of Qingming Sword Force stacks. Upon entering the battlefield, gain Unity, increasing CRIT Rate by 15% and DMG by 10%. When Ultimate: Chasing Storms or Entry Skill: Illuminating Darkness is unleashed, Ye Shunguang enters the Enlightened Mind state and activates Ether Veil: Verdict. Ether Veil: Verdict has the same duration as Enlightened Mind. The duration lasts 16s, and the duration timer pauses while she is off-field. During the Enlightened Mind state, Ye Shunguang's skills are enhanced, all Physical DMG dealt by her skills becomes Honed Edge DMG. While Ether Veil: Verdict is active, when an enemy enters Ether Veil: Verdict, they gain a Veil Vulnerability effect based on their current Stun DMG Multiplier. During this, when Ye Shunguang deals DMG to enemies with her skills, enemy Stun DMG Multiplier is ignored and replaced with the Veil Vulnerability bonus. Veil Vulnerability caps at 110%. The effect is removed when Ether Veil: Verdict ends. *Stats shown are at Base level. On entry, CRIT Rate increases: 30% On entry, DMG increases: 25%

    At skill level 7 (F)

  • Additional Ability: Shadowtrace Flight

    Core Skill

    When another character in your squad is a Support or Defense character: When a squadmate activates any Ether Veil, gain 3 points of Qingming Sword Force. If already in the Enlightened Mind state, this is instead converted into 3 stacks of Bearer.

  • Dreambound Self

    Mindscape 1

    Upon entering the battlefield, gains 6 Qingming Sword Force. This effect can trigger once every 180s in Investigation Zone mode. The Unity effect from Core Passive: Burning Clarity increases DMG dealt by an additional 10%, and they ignore 20% of the target's DEF.

  • Light & Shadow

    Mindscape 2

    The max stack count of Bearer increases to 6, and Culmination can stack up to 9 times. While in the Enlightened Mind state, each point of Qingming Sword Force consumed grants 1 stack of Culmination. EX Special Attack: Enlightened Mind - Soaring Light and Ultimate: Cleaving Heavens's DMG ignore 40% of the target's DEF.

  • Swordswoman

    Mindscape 3

    Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2

  • Together into the Dust

    Mindscape 4

    Upon entering the battlefield, gains 1,000 Decibels. In Investigation Zone mode, this effect can trigger once every 180s. The Vulnerability bonus provided by Ether Veil: Verdict is increased to a maximum of 200%.

  • Guiding Glimmer

    Mindscape 5

    Basic Attack, Dodge, Assist, Special Attack, and Chain Attack Lv. +2

  • Lantern Wish

    Mindscape 6

    Upon entering the battlefield, gains 2 stacks of Lantern Wish. When entering the Enlightened Mind state, gains 1 stack of Lantern Wish, stacking up to 1 times. With 4 stacks of Lantern Wish, EX Special Attack: Enlightened Mind - Return to Dust is replaced with Ultimate: Cleaving Heavens. When this Ultimate: Cleaving Heavens is activated, it consumes 3 stacks of Lantern Wish. The last hit of Enlightened Mind - Return to Dust and Ultimate: Cleaving Heavens deal 1,500% of ATK as additional Physical DMG.

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