Velina Airgid is the first S-Rank Wind Anomaly Agent in Zenless Zone Zero. She leads the External Strategy Department in Roscaelifer and debuts in Version 3.0 Phase 1 on June 17, 2026.

As a stylish Anomaly DPS, she excels at applying Windswept, triggering the new Vortex status through attribute infusion, and maintaining constant field pressure with her Gale Field. Her kit rewards quick-swap rotations, Assist Point management, and team synergy with other Anomaly or support units.

This pre-release guide compiles the best available builds, teams, and tips based on early access data. Expect minor adjustments after launch.

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Velina Overview

  • Rarity: S-Rank
  • Attribute: Wind (new element)
  • Specialty: Anomaly
  • Faction: External Strategy Department
  • Playstyle: Off-field pressure Anomaly DPS with strong quick-swap and hybrid anomaly support capabilities

Velina uses elegant fan-based combos, EX Special cyclones, and Gale Field to deal repeated Wind damage while reducing enemy Anomaly Buildup Resistance. She shines in double Anomaly teams and benefits greatly from Energy Regen for frequent EX Specials and Gale Field uptime.

Playstyle and Key Mechanics

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Velina flows between Basic Attacks (Fan Dance), Assist Follow-Ups, and EX Special Attacks to build Wind Energy. At high Wind Energy she summons Gale Field for continuous AoE Wind damage and Quick Assist triggers.

Her core strength lies in:

  • Applying Windswept (Wind Anomaly)
  • Infusing attacks with other attributes to trigger Vortex instead of Disorder
  • Accumulating Windbite stacks to upgrade Condensed Cyclones into powerful Sweeping Cyclones
  • Contamination debuff that lowers Anomaly Buildup RES
  • Abloom extra damage when Gale Field hits Wind-anomalized enemies
  • Strong defensive tools including invulnerable EX Specials and Assist Follow-Ups

Skill Priority: Core Passive > Special Attack > Chain Attack / Ultimate > Assist > Basic Attack / Dodge

Best W-Engines

Signature: Joyau Dore

Increases Anomaly Proficiency. On EX Special Attack dealing Wind DMG, boosts Vortex and Windswept DMG (stacks up to 2). At 2 stacks, grants team-wide Anomaly Proficiency. Perfect for her rotation and team support role.

Strong Alternatives:

  1. Flamemaker Shaker — Excellent Energy Regen and DMG stacking, especially strong off-field.
  2. Fusion Compiler — Reliable Anomaly Proficiency stacking on Special/EX Special Attacks.
  3. Rainforest Gourmet (A-Rank) — Great for frequent Energy spending and ATK stacking.
  4. Electro-Lip Gloss — Solid when enemies are already anomalized.

Best Drive Discs

4-Piece: Wuthering Salon

  • 2-Piece: +10% Wind DMG
  • 4-Piece: Anomaly Proficiency on EX Special (stacks), plus DMG bonus after triggering Windswept.

2-Piece Options: Swing Jazz (+20% Energy Regen) or Moonlight Lullaby (+20% Energy Regen)

Main Stats:

  • Slot 4: Anomaly Proficiency
  • Slot 5: Wind DMG%
  • Slot 6: Energy Regen%

Substats Priority: Anomaly Proficiency > ATK% > Energy Regen > Pen Ratio / Crit (if needed)

Recommended Teams

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Premium Anomaly Team (Best Performance)
Velina + Yuzuha (Support) + Promeia (Anomaly)
Bangboo: Knightboo (or Booressure / Avocaboo)

Flexible Double Anomaly
Velina + Vivian + Yuzuha

F2P Friendly
Velina + Nicole (Support) + Anby (Stun)
Bangboo: Knightboo

Mindscapes (Cinema)

  • M1: Extra battlefield Energy + Vortex/Windswept ignore 15% All-Attribute RES.
  • M2: Easier Windbite generation and attribute Anomaly buildup on Dyed Gale Field.
  • M3/M5: Skill level boosts.
  • M4: ATK bonus + Assist Point restoration on Vital View.
  • M6: Strong Abloom multiplier and Anomaly Buildup bonuses against Wind-anomalized enemies.

Materials (Pre-Release Estimates)

Promotion: Anomaly Certification Seals + Controller Seals + Denny

Skill Upgrades: Windbite Chips (Basic/Advanced/Specialized) + Hamster Cage Pass + Denny

Core Skill: Timeworn Husk + Higher Dimensional Data (Deep Erosion Circuit) + Denny

Quick Rotation Tips

  1. Build Wind Energy with Basic Attacks and EX Specials.
  2. Summon Gale Field when ready for pressure and Quick Assists.
  3. Use EX Special cyclones to apply Windswept and set up Vortex.
  4. Quick-swap frequently to maintain field presence and trigger Assist Follow-Ups.
  5. Time Ultimate for burst windows or to grant extra Enhancement points.

Final Verdict

Velina looks like a meta-defining addition for Anomaly teams in Version 3.0. Her unique Wind mechanics, strong off-field pressure, and team-wide buffs make her highly valuable even at M0W1. She rewards good rotation knowledge and pairs beautifully with existing Anomaly supports.