If you’ve been waiting for a serious comeback from Ellen in Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ), version 2.0 might be your moment. With this update, Ellen—nicknamed “Shark Girl” by the community—received one of the most comprehensive reworks in the game’s recent history. The changes hit almost every major pain point from her original design, and the result? A high-skill, high-reward main DPS who is now a true contender for the meta.
So how strong is she now? Is she worth pulling or dusting off from your archive? Let’s dive into everything that’s changed, what it means for her performance, and how you can make the most of her upgrades.
New Mechanics: Frostfang & Invincibility Frames Everywhere
One of the most impactful additions to Ellen’s skillset is Frostfang, a new projectile that fires automatically after certain actions:
- Third hit of basic attacks
- Second hit of her EX special
- Dodge counters
- Assist follow-ups
What makes Frostfang so powerful isn’t just the added damage—it’s the invincibility window that triggers when it’s released. Ellen can now phase through attacks while dishing out icy pain. On larger enemies, Frostfang even deals multiple hits of cryo damage. And she gains Quick Charge, improving her skill rotation speed dramatically.
Iceblade Surge: New Combo Opportunity
When Ellen has an Ice Charge (visible under her portrait), she can now activate Iceblade Surge—a powerful 4-hit combo that links seamlessly from:
- Third basic attack
- Charged scissors (EX skill)
- Dodge counter
- Quick Assist
This combo is smooth, stylish, and most importantly, fully invincible during all four hits. It’s not just flashy—it’s functionally superior in both solo play and boss encounters.
Charged Scissors: From Niche to Core Combo Tool
What was once a clunky skill has become a central combo starter. Ellen’s Charged Scissors now:
- Blocks all incoming attacks, even elite enemies
- Auto-chains into Iceblade Surge
- Leads into spin attack + Frostfang for a full combo string
Only the final animation frame lacks invincibility. Everything else is covered, giving Ellen a reliable, powerful defensive-offensive combo.
Advanced Rotations: Using Parry Loops
Can’t stagger elites with scissors? Try this:
Charged Scissors → Dodge Counter → Frostfang → Iceblade Surge → Spin Attack → Frostfang again.
This sequence creates a loop that maximizes i-frames and burst output, particularly useful for content like Hollow Zero or high-difficulty trials.
Real DPS: Testing vs Star Player Corin
We tested Ellen’s revamped kit against one of the fairest bosses in the current meta: Pompeii. The results were surprising:
- Standard meta team with Corin: 100% benchmark
- Ellen variant (Ellen/Anby/Ben): 96.7% damage output
- Budget Ice comps: 67%–74%
That’s within 5% of Corin’s output—without any additional environmental buffs. Ellen is now a true top-tier contender.
Should You Build Ellen in ZZZ 2.0?
If you already have Ellen sitting at S0 or S1, now’s the time to bring her back into your lineup. Her rework rewards skillful play and elevates her to a high-performing main carry. Her combat loop is smoother, visually satisfying, and strategically flexible.
Whether you’ve been a fan of her design or simply need an ice-based DPS, Ellen now stands strong in the ZZZ roster.
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Ellen’s Complete Rework Puts Her Back in the Spotlight as a Viable High-Tier Ice DPS in Zenless Zone Zero 2.0
With her rework in version 2.0, Ellen has transformed from an underwhelming launch unit into a viable main carry. Her new mechanics introduce creative offensive strategies with generous invincibility frames, making her more reliable in high-difficulty content. She is not only stylish but now equally effective.
If you’ve held off on building her or doubted her potential, now is the time to reconsider. The Ice Shark Queen is back—and ready to dominate.
