For fans of furry companions, Nekomata, also known as Nekomiya Mana, in Zenless Zone Zero is a character you won’t want to miss. This guide delves into the Nekomiya materials you’ll need to enhance her power.

Nekomiya Mana is a vibrant young woman brimming with infectious energy. A playful spirit often leads her to engage in lighthearted mischief, but her actions are rarely malicious.

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Beneath her cheerful facade lies a layer of hidden complexity, waiting to be revealed to those who earn her trust.

If you’re looking to add Nekomata to your party and unlock her full potential, this guide details all the necessary Nekomata materials. We’ll cover materials needed for her character promotion, talent level-up, and skill enhancement.

Who is Nekomiya Mana in Zenless Zone Zero?

In Zenless Zone Zero, Nekomiya Mana is an S-Rank Physical agent specializing in attack, particularly slash type.

She belongs to the Cunning Hares faction, a small-scale human resource dispatch agency in New Eridu.

RARITY/RANKCHARACTERATTRIBUTESTYLEFACTION
SNekomiya ManaPhysicalAttack, SlashCunning Hares
Zenless Zone Zero agent Nekomiya Mana
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How to get Nekomiya Mana in Zenless Zone Zero

Nekomiya Mana can be obtained through Zenless Zone Zero’s standard banner, Stable Channel: Star-Studded Cast.

What’s more, after completing 300 Signal Searches on this channel, you get to choose any S-Rank agent to join your team and she’s one of them.

Nekomiya materials for character promotion

NEKOMIYA LEVEL NEKOMIYA MATERIALS FOR PROMOTION DENNIES REQUIRED
10 4 Basic Offense Certification Seal 
Basic Offense Certification Seal in Zenless Zone Zero
24,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
20 12 Advanced Offense Certification Seal 
Advanced Offense Certification Seal in Zenless Zone Zero
56,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
30 20 Advanced Offense Certification Seal
Advanced Offense Certification Seal in Zenless Zone Zero
120,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
40 10 Pioneer’s Certification Seal
Pioneer's Certification Seal in Zenless Zone Zero
200,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
50 20 Pioneer’s Certification Seal
Pioneer's Certification Seal in Zenless Zone Zero
400,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero

All Nekomiya skills

Taking a look at her kit, Nekomata is a melee fighter who excels at close-quarters combat. This agent is a damage dealer who can get close, dish out a lot of punishment, and avoid enemy attacks with dodges and counters.

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Both her Basic Attacks have a chance to be repeated, allowing her to rack up damage quickly. Additionally, her Special Attacks and Chain/Ultimate attacks are powerful single-target and area-of-effect attacks, respectively.

Nekomata is a high-risk, high-reward character. Her kit allows her to deal massive physical damage at close range while offering tools to stay alive in the fight.

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However, she relies heavily on being in the thick of combat, so mastering dodges and counters is crucial if you want to maximize her effectiveness.

NEKOMIYA SKILLSDESCRIPTION
Core Passive: Stealthy PawsWhen Nekomata’s Dodge Counter or Quick Assist hits an enemy, her damage increases by 30% for 6s.
Additional Ability: CatwalkWhen another character in your squad shares the same Attribute or Faction: After any character inflicts Assault, increases the damage of Nekomata’s next EX Special Attack by 35%, stacking up to 2 times.
Basic Attack: Kitty SlashUnleashes up to 5 slashes, dealing Physical damage. On the last hit, there is a 33.33% chance to repeat this hit 3 times.
Basic Attack: Crimson BladeSlashes enemies in front and passes through them, dealing Physical damage. Upon activation, there is a 33.33% chance to repeat this attack 3 times.
Dodge: Can’t Touch Me-ow~Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Dash Attack: Over Here!Slashes enemies in front, dealing Physical damage.
Dodge Counter: Phantom ClawsSlashes enemies in front, dealing Physical damage. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Quick Assist: Cat’s PawSlashes enemies in front, dealing Physical damage. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Defensive Assist: Desperate DefenseParries the enemy’s attack, dealing massive Daze. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Assist Follow-Up: Shadow StrikeCharge and slash enemies in front, dealing Physical damage. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Special Attack: Surprise AttackUnleashes a downward strike, dealing Physical damage. Anti-Interrupt level is increased while using this skill.
EX Special Attack:Unleashes a powerful falling slash that deals massive Physical damage. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Chain Attack: Claw SwipeUnleashes a powerful slash at enemies ahead in a large area, dealing massive Physical damage. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.
Ultimate: Claw SmashUnleashes powerful slashes at enemies ahead in a large area, dealing massive Physical damage. Character is invulnerable while using this skill.

Nekomata materials for skill enhancement

NEKOMIYA SKILLSNEKOMIYA SKILL MATERIALS FOR ENHANCEMENTTOTAL
Basic Attack
Basic Attack icon in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 1 to 2 – 2x Basic Physical Chip
Level 2 to 3 – 3x Basic Physical Chip
Basic Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 3 to 4 – 2x Advanced Physical Chip 
Level 4 to 5 – 3x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 5 to 6 – 4x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 6 to 7 – 6x Advanced Physical Chip
Advanced Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 7 to 8 – 5x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 8 to 9 – 8x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 9 to 10 – 10x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 10 to 11 – 12x Specialized Physical Chip
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 11 to 12 – 15x Specialized Physical Chip, 1x Hamster Cage Pass
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero Hamster Cage Pass in Zenless Zone Zero
5x Basic Physical Chips
15x Advanced Physical Chips
50x Specialized Physical Chips
1x Hamster Cage Pass
500,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
Dodge
Dodge icon in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 1 to 2 – 2x Basic Physical Chip
Level 2 to 3 – 3x Basic Physical Chip 
Basic Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 3 to 4 – 2x Advanced Physical Chip 
Level 4 to 5 – 3x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 5 to 6 – 4x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 6 to 7 – 6x Advanced Physical Chip
Advanced Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 7 to 8 – 5x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 8 to 9 – 8x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 9 to 10 – 10x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 10 to 11 – 12x Specialized Physical Chip
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 11 to 12 – 15x Specialized Physical Chip, 1x Hamster Cage Pass
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero Hamster Cage Pass in Zenless Zone Zero
5x Basic Physical Chips
15x Advanced Physical Chips
50x Specialized Physical Chips
1x Hamster Cage Pass
500,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
Assist
Assist icon in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 1 to 2 – 2x Basic Physical Chip
Level 2 to 3 – 3x Basic Physical Chip 
Basic Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 3 to 4 – 2x Advanced Physical Chip 
Level 4 to 5 – 3x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 5 to 6 – 4x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 6 to 7 – 6x Advanced Physical Chip
Advanced Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 7 to 8 – 5x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 8 to 9 – 8x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 9 to 10 – 10x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 10 to 11 – 12x Specialized Physical Chip
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 11 to 12 – 15x Specialized Physical Chip, 1x Hamster Cage Pass
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero Hamster Cage Pass in Zenless Zone Zero
5x Basic Physical Chips
15x Advanced Physical Chips
50x Specialized Physical Chips
1x Hamster Cage Pass
500,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
Special Attack
Special Attack icon in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 1 to 2 – 2x Basic Physical Chip
Level 2 to 3 – 3x Basic Physical Chip 
Basic Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 3 to 4 – 2x Advanced Physical Chip 
Level 4 to 5 – 3x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 5 to 6 – 4x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 6 to 7 – 6x Advanced Physical Chip
Advanced Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 7 to 8 – 5x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 8 to 9 – 8x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 9 to 10 – 10x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 10 to 11 – 12x Specialized Physical Chip
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 11 to 12 – 15x Specialized Physical Chip, 1x Hamster Cage Pass
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero Hamster Cage Pass in Zenless Zone Zero
5x Basic Physical Chips
15x Advanced Physical Chips
50x Specialized Physical Chips
1x Hamster Cage Pass
500,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
Chain Attack
Chain Attack icon in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 1 to 2 – 2x Basic Physical Chip
Level 2 to 3 – 3x Basic Physical Chip 
Basic Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 3 to 4 – 2x Advanced Physical Chip 
Level 4 to 5 – 3x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 5 to 6 – 4x Advanced Physical Chip
Level 6 to 7 – 6x Advanced Physical Chip
Advanced Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 7 to 8 – 5x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 8 to 9 – 8x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 9 to 10 – 10x Specialized Physical Chip
Level 10 to 11 – 12x Specialized Physical Chip
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero
Level 11 to 12 – 15x Specialized Physical Chip, 1x Hamster Cage Pass
Specialized Physical Chip in Zenless Zone Zero Hamster Cage Pass in Zenless Zone Zero
5x Basic Physical Chips
15x Advanced Physical Chips
50x Specialized Physical Chips
1x Hamster Cage Pass
500,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
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Nekomiya talents in Zenless Zone Zero

NEKOMIYA TALENTSDESCRIPTION
ACrit rate increases by 4.8%
Core Passive: Stealthy Paws skill level +1

When Nekomata’s Dodge Counter or Quick Assist hits an enemy, her damage increases by 35% for 6s.
BBase attack increases by 25
Core Passive: Stealthy Paws skill level +1

When Nekomata’s Dodge Counter or Quick Assist hits an enemy, her damage increases by 40% for 6s.
CCrit rate increases by 4.8%
Core Passive: Stealthy Paws skill level +1

When Nekomata’s Dodge Counter or Quick Assist hits an enemy, her damage increases by 45% for 6s.
DBase attack increases by 25
Core Passive: Stealthy Paws skill level +1

When Nekomata’s Dodge Counter or Quick Assist hits an enemy, her damage increases by 50% for 6s.
ECrit rate increases by 4.8%
Core Passive: Stealthy Paws skill level +1

When Nekomata’s Dodge Counter or Quick Assist hits an enemy, her damage increases by 55% for 6s.
FBase attack increases by 25
Core Passive: Stealthy Paws skill level +1

When Nekomata’s Dodge Counter or Quick Assist hits an enemy, her damage increases by 60% for 6s.

Nekomiya materials for unlocking talent

NEKOMIYA TALENTSNEKOMIYA MATERIALS FOR TALENTDENNIES REQUIRED
AN/A5,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
B2x Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe
Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe in Zenless Zone Zero
12,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
C4x Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe
Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe in Zenless Zone Zero
28,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
D2x Ferocious Grip, 9x Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe
Ferocious Grip in Zenless Zone Zero Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe in Zenless Zone Zero
60,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
E3x Ferocious Grip, 15x Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe
Ferocious Grip in Zenless Zone Zero Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe in Zenless Zone Zero
100,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero
F4x Ferocious Grip, 30x Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe
Ferocious Grip in Zenless Zone Zero Higher Dimensional Data: Crimson Awe in Zenless Zone Zero
200,000 Dennies
Dennies in Zenless Zone Zero

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