Alright, listen up, fellow Proxies! It's 2026, and the hype train for Zenless Zone Zero's version 2.2 is barreling down the tracks. The big news? Our newest dynamic duo, Orphie & Magus, is finally making their grand entrance, most likely in the first half of the patch. I've been staring at that reveal art for ages—just look at them!—and let me tell you, if you want to unleash this fiery pair the second they drop, you better start grinding those materials now. Trust me, future-you will thank past-you for not having to scramble while everyone else is already showing off their maxed-out Orphie in co-op. So, grab your notepads (or just bookmark this), and let's break down everything you need to know to get them battle-ready from day one.
Meet the Firepower: Orphie & Magus
First things first, who are these two? They're our latest Attack Agent, and from the looks of it, they're here to set the Hollow ablaze. As a Fire attribute agent, Orphie is all about that sweet, sweet damage. Think of her as that friend who always brings the heat to the party—literally. Her kit seems built for dishing out pain, and paired with Magus? Oh boy, it's gonna be a spectacle. But before we can enjoy the fireworks, we gotta do the homework. No pain, no gain, right?
The Level-Up Grind: Promotion Materials
Let's talk about getting Orphie from a fresh recruit to a level 60 powerhouse. The good news? Her promotion path is pretty straightforward for an Attack Agent. She's got a simple palate:
- Attack/Pioneer's Certification Seals: Yep, that's the main course. You'll need a bunch of these to push her to the max level. No fancy, hard-to-find seals here, just the classic Attack Agent staples. It's like she's saying, "Keep it simple, stupid." I can respect that.
So, where do you get these? You know the drill:
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Daily Commissions & Resource Stages: Your bread and butter.
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Event Shops: Always keep an eye out; they love tossing these in as rewards.
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Hollow Exploration: Sometimes you just get lucky!
Pro-tip: Start stockpiling these now. When 2.2 hits, the demand for these common seals will spike, and you don't want to be stuck in a queue. Been there, done that, got the t-shirt... it's not fun.
Unlocking True Potential: Talent Materials
Now, this is where the real customization begins. Leveling up Orphie's talents (or "Seeds," as the game calls them) is what will make her truly shine. You might not need to max every single talent right away—pick your priorities based on your playstyle. But here’s the shopping list for the dedicated farmers among us.
Orphie, being the fiery lady she is, has a very specific diet for her talents:
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Burn Chips: Duh. She's a Fire agent. You're gonna need a mountain of these. Farm them from any Fire-attribute resource stage or specific challenge domains that drop elemental chips. My advice? Run these on days with drop rate bonuses. Your sanity will thank you.
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Scarlet Engines: Ah, the weekly boss special. These come from the Pompey weekly challenge. You know, that big, loud mechanical menace that makes your controller vibrate? Yeah, that one. You get a limited number of attempts per week, so start this weekly grind immediately. Don't wait for Orphie's release! If you've been slacking on your Pompey runs, consider this your wake-up call. Every week you miss is a week of delay for your future DPS queen.
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Higher Dimensional Data: Miasmic Elytron: This one comes from the Avarus Expert Challenge. Here's a fun piece of trivia for you: this is the same boss that drops materials for Yixuan and other members of the Suibian faction. So, if you've been building any of those characters, you might already have a head start! If not, well, time to get acquainted with Avarus. It's a tough fight, but the rewards are worth it. Think of it as an investment in your future arsenal.
Let me put this in a table so it's crystal clear:
| Material | Purpose | Source | Pro-Tip |
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| Attack/Pioneer's Seals | Agent Promotion to Lv. 60 | Daily Missions, Resource Stages | Hoard them like a dragon! |
| Burn Chips | Leveling Fire Talents | Fire Attribute Stages | Farm on bonus days. Seriously. |
| Scarlet Engines | High-Level Talent Ascension | Pompey (Weekly Boss) | Never skip your weekly boss runs. |
| Miasmic Elytron | High-Level Talent Ascension | Avarus Expert Challenge | Also used for Yixuan & Suibian crew. |
Why Pre-Farming in 2026 is Non-Negotiable
Look, the meta in 2026 is faster than ever. By the time you finish reading this guide, someone has probably already theory-crafted three optimal builds for Orphie. If you wait until release day to start farming, you'll be weeks behind. Pre-farming is the ultimate power move. It lets you:
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Instant Max Potential: Log in, claim Orphie, and upgrade her immediately. The feeling is... chef's kiss.
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Focus on Fun: Instead of grinding old content, you can jump straight into new story quests, events, and testing her out in the latest Hollow chaos.
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Resource Management: You can spend your fresh 2.2 Energy Cells (or whatever the stamina is called then) on new, exciting content and maybe even snag her signature W-Engine if you're lucky.
Final Thoughts & A Little Pep Talk
So there you have it. The roadmap to welcoming Orphie & Magus in style. It seems like a lot, but break it down week by week. Do your Pompey run every week. Clear your Avarus challenges. Spend a bit of stamina each day on those Burn Chips and Seals. Before you know it, you'll have a tidy little stockpile ready to go.
Remember, Orphie shares some material paths with existing characters, so if you've been playing for a while, you might be closer than you think. That's the beauty of a well-connected game world.
I, for one, cannot wait to see what this DPS duo brings to the table. Will they be meta-defining? Will they have hilarious banter? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure: I won't be waiting around to find out. My material bags are already getting full. Are yours?
Happy farming, Proxies! See you in the Hollow when 2.2 drops. Let's make it a hot one! 🔥