Dialyn vs. Banyue: Who Should You Pull in Zenless Zone Zero 2.4 — “On the Precipice of the Abyss”? The Ultimate Banner Guide

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The launch of Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.4 "On the Precipice of the Abyss" has given Proxies a tough decision:

Dialyn, the masterful Stun specialist, or Banyue, the fiery Rupture powerhouse?

Both S-Rank agents have game-changing potential, but your limited Polychromes make this decision critical for team building, long-term account value, and endgame efficiency.

Whether you’re just starting out or a veteran meta chaser, this guide will help you make the best pull choice for your roster.

Banner Schedule & Quick Overview

Phase 1 (Nov 26 – Dec 17)

  • Dialyn (New: Physical/Stun) + Hugo (Rerun)

  • Weapons: Yesterday Calls + Myriad Eclipse

Phase 2 (Dec 17 – Dec 29)

  • Banyue (New: Fire/Rupture) + Ellen (Rerun)

  • Weapons: Wrathful Vajra + Deep Sea Visitor

Character Breakdown: Know Your Options

Dialyn: The Masterful Support Enabler

Dialyn vs. Banyue: Who Should You Pull in Zenless Zone Zero 2.4 — “On the Precipice of the Abyss”?

Dialyn isn’t just support—she’s a battle conductor, orchestrating damage across your team.

Core Mechanics:

  • Builds "Positive Review" stacks; at 90 stacks, converts Chain Attacks into an extra Ultimate

  • Extends enemy stun windows

  • Provides team-wide damage amplification

  • Flexible across multiple team compositions

Optimal Build Priorities:

  • ≥400 Impact for reliable stun

  • 1.5/s Energy Regen

  • 60–65% CRIT Rate

  • Drive Discs: 4-piece King of the Summit + 2-piece Woodpecker Electro

Banyue: The Fire Rupture Juggernaut

Banyue is the apex Fire DPS, with high skill ceiling and huge burst potential.

Core Mechanics:

  • Converts Fire DMG → DEF-ignoring Sheer DMG

  • Manages "Wrathful Fire" and "Rage" for Visage of Wrath state

  • Scales extremely well with support and W-Engine investment

Optimal Build Priorities:

  • 45,000–50,000 Max HP for scaling

  • 70% CRIT Rate with ≥180% CRIT DMG

  • Drive Discs: 4-piece Yunkui Tales

  • Signature W-Engine: Wrathful Vajra recommended

Team Synergy: Who Fits Your Roster?

Dialyn’s Best Teams

Premium Team:

  • Dialyn + Banyue + Lucia

    • Synergy within Krampus Compliance Authority trio

    • Dialyn enables Banyue, Lucia buffs both

F2P-Friendly Options:

  • Dialyn + Hugo + Piper

  • Dialyn + Yixuan + any strong Attack agent

  • Dialyn + Ellen + support

Key Takeaway: Dialyn enhances whatever teammates you already have.

Banyue’s Essential Teams

Must-Have Partners:

  • Lucia: HP, Sheer Force, CRIT DMG buffs

  • Stun/Assist Agent: Dialyn, Ju Fufu, Lighter

Optimal Teams:

  • Banyue + Lucia + Dialyn (Premium)

  • Banyue + Lucia + Ju Fufu (Strong Alternative)

  • Banyue + Ellen + Lighter (Hybrid Composition)

Key Takeaway: Banyue requires specific teammates, but rewards skillful play with massive damage output.

Pull Value Analysis: Strategic Investment

Pull for Dialyn If:

  • You need flexibility across teams

  • Missing a premium Stun agent

  • Prefer supporting existing DPS

  • Value utility over raw damage

  • Want future-proof versatility

Pull for Banyue If:

  • You need Fire coverage

  • Can invest in support setup and Wrathful Vajra

  • Enjoy high-skill, high-reward rotations

  • Already have key supports built (Lucia, Stun/Assist agents)

Verdict: Making Your Final Decision

New Players → Dialyn

  • Immediate value and roster flexibility

  • Remains relevant as your account grows

Veterans → Consider Your Gaps

  • Missing Stun? → Dialyn

  • Need Fire DPS? → Banyue

  • Have Lucia ready? → Banyue

  • Want future-proof flexibility? → Dialyn

Meta Chasers → Dialyn (Slight Edge)

  • Enhances any DPS; value grows as new characters release

  • Banyue is a phenomenal carry but competes with other top DPS

Weapon Banner Considerations

  • Banyue’s performance is enhanced by Wrathful Vajra

  • Dialyn performs well even with alternative W-Engines

  • Resource-efficient choice: Dialyn if you can only pull for one character

Final Thoughts: Trust Your Playstyle

  • Dialyn: Strategic, team-enabling, versatile

  • Banyue: High skill, explosive DPS, requires specific supports

Both are top-tier S-Ranks and will power up your account for Version 2.4 challenges.  

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