Nicole Demara is an A-Rank agent from the faction Cunning Hares. Channeling Ether-based skills, she acts as an excellent support unit for Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ). The best part is that you can unlock her for free after completing the Hare and the Proxy Main Commission. However, to make Nicole shine on the battlefield, you need to build her skillfully.
In this guide you will find the most compatible Drive Discs, W-Engine Weapons, and team members for Nicole.
Nicole’s Abilities in Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ)
Nicole specializes in lowering the enemy defenses and buffing her allies’ Ether damage in Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ). In addition to this, she can create energy fields and pull enemies together. Here are Nicole’s main damage-dealing and dodging skills. Except for the Cunning Combo, all the other listed skills result in enhanced Basic and Dash attacks for up to eight moves.
| Move | Skill Type | Description |
| Cunning Combo | Basic Attack | Use to deploy up to three strikes. |
| Do As I Please | Basic Attack | Can be used after Nicole uses Special Attack / EX Special Attack / Chain Attack / Ultimate. This skill enhances Basic and Dash attacks. |
| Speed Demon | Dodge | This move makes the character avoid enemy hits and also enhances Basic and Dash attacks for up to 8 times. |
| Jack in the Box | Dash Attack | This move makes the agent dash forward to attack the enemies, resulting in Physical Damage. |
| Diverted Bombard | Dodge Counter | This is a very effective move that lets the character dodge the enemy attacks while inflicting an Ether Damage to them simultaneously. |
| Sugarcoated Bullet | Special Attack | A specialized Ether Damage attack move that hikes the anti-interrupt level. |
| Stuffed Sugarcoated Bullet | EX Special Attack | This move can be deployed after enough energy is stored. Using this special attack causes an enemy-pulling Ether blast. |
| Ether Shellacking | Chain Attack | This attack lets Nicole deploy a ranged attack that results into an enemy pulling energy field. |
| Ether Grenade | Ultimate | On reaching the maximum Decibel Rating you can create enemy-pulling Ether blast, heal allies, boost assist, and reload enhanced attacks for up to 8 times. |
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Best Drive Discs Gear Sets For Nicole
Since Nicole is a support character, using disc gears with higher critical damage dealing capabilities makes her more effective. Another factor you want to consider is the energy regeneration as Nicole actively buffs her allies. These are the most recommended Drive Discs for her:
- 4 Pc Chaotic Metal
- 4 Pc Swing Jazz
- 2 Pc Freedom Blues
- 2 Pc Woodpecker Electro
- 2 Pc Hormone Punk
Best W-Engines Weapons For Nicole Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ)
Weeping Cradle is the most compatible W-Engine Weapon for Nicole due to its exceptional energy regeneration and damage dealing capabilties. However, if you are not able to grab this S Tier weapon, you can go for these weapons:
- The Vault
- [Reverb] Mark II
- [Reverb] Mark III
Best Team Composition For Nicole Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ)
Since Nicole is an excellent Support and debuffer, teaming her up with a strong DPS agent will result in great balance. Soukaku, Ellen, and Soldier 11 are ideal to fill in the attacker spot in your Nicole team. Since no other Ether characters are available in ZZZ, you can choose any strong stun character to back Nicole.
You can also ditch the innovative approach and just select the classic Cunning Hares Team:
- Anby (Stun)
- Nekomata / Billy (Attack)
- Nicole (Support)
While this trio isn’t as effective as with Soukaku or Ellen in the team, it is a decent alternative for players with a preference for faction aesthetics.
