Zhu Yuan Complete Build Guide

Overview

Zhu Yuan is an S-Rank Ether Attack character from Criminal Investigation Special Response Team. She excels at dealing massive burst damage through her unique "Enhanced Shotshell" mechanic.

Why Zhu Yuan is S+ Tier

• Extremely high burst damage
• Unique ammo management gameplay
• Strong Ether application
• Excellent in boss content

Best Drive Disc Sets

1. Chaotic Metal (4pc) - Best in Slot

• 2pc: Ether DMG +10%
• 4pc: When hitting enemies with Ether attacks, gain Ether DMG bonus based on hits
• Why: Perfect for her multi-hit playstyle

2. Alternative Options

• 4pc Woodpecker Electro (CRIT focused)
• 2pc Chaotic Metal + 2pc Fanged Metal

Drive Disc Slots

Slot	Main Stat
4	CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
5	Ether DMG%
6	ATK%

Substat Priority

1. CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
2. ATK%
3. PEN (Penetration)
4. Flat ATK

Best W-Engines

1. Riot Suppressor Mark VI (Signature) - Best overall
2. The Brimstone - Strong alternative
3. Starlight Engine (A-Rank) - F2P friendly
4. Street Superstar (A-Rank) - Budget option

Team Compositions

Zhu Yuan Hypercarry

• Zhu Yuan + Nicole + Anby
• Nicole for DEF shred and Ether resonance
• Anby for stun support

Zhu Yuan with Qingyi

• Zhu Yuan + Qingyi + Nicole/Seth
• Qingyi provides massive stun and buffs

Budget Team

• Zhu Yuan + Anby + Nicole
• All obtainable early game

Gameplay Tips

1. Enhanced Shotshells: Collect 8 shells before unleashing damage
2. Rotation: Basic > Special (collect shells) > Enhanced attacks
3. Burst Window: Save Enhanced attacks for stunned enemies
4. Supports First: Use Nicole's DEF shred before Zhu Yuan's burst

Core Skill Priority

1. Basic Attack
2. Special Attack
3. Chain Attack
4. Dodge Counter