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"Astra Yao's Dramatic Short Film in Zenless Zone Zero 1.5"

Author:Kristen Update:Apr 14,2025

"Astra Yao

Zenless Zone Zero introduces an exciting new narrative twist, focusing on the enigmatic past of Astra Yao, the beloved singer and part-time on-air support. The developers at miHoYo (HoYoverse) continue to captivate the community with fresh content, and this time, they delve into Astra Yao's history through a compelling animated short. The story unfolds as Astra participates in a benefit concert, commemorating a cavernous disaster. The narrative takes a poignant turn following a tense exchange with a journalist, shifting the focus to the dramatic events of her past.

Astra Yao takes center stage in the first character banner of Zenless Zone Zero's 1.5 update, while Evelyn Chevalier graces the second banner, offering players a chance to add these characters to their roster. The 1.5 update, now available, brings new content and rewards to the game. In line with tradition, miHoYo (HoYoverse) generously distributes Polychromes, granting 300 for bug fixes and another 300 for technical enhancements related to the ZZZ 1.5 update. Players can claim these rewards through their in-game mail.

Astra Yao emerges as a formidable new agent, classified as an S-rank support character. Beyond her role as a singer, Astra Yao excels as a powerful support agent, capable of restoring allies' HP and providing significant damage boosts. When her abilities are strategically utilized, squad members can initiate attack chains and quick assists more frequently, inflicting substantial damage on enemies. This makes Astra Yao an invaluable addition to any team, enhancing both survivability and offensive capabilities.