Zenless Zone Zero Day of Brilliant Wishes Guide: Introduction

“The Day of Brilliant Wishes” is a limited-time event in Zenless Zone Zero, bringing the festive energy of New Year’s celebrations to the heart of New Eridu. This special event immerses players in the city’s traditions, allowing them to take part in its lively festivities alongside Eous. As the central figure of the event, Eous is guided through a variety of engaging activities, including beauty contests, thrilling obstacle courses, and cultural showcases that highlight the unique spirit of New Eridu.

Players actively participate in the event by helping Eous navigate challenges, making strategic choices, and interacting with different characters to shape the celebration’s outcome. Each event segment is designed to test different skills, from agility and quick thinking in obstacle courses to style and presentation in beauty pageants. As the event unfolds, players will experience the deeper traditions of New Eridu, gaining insight into the customs, beliefs, and aspirations of its people.

The event is recorded in the Ridu Chronicles, a detailed archive that preserves the history of this grand celebration. Through these chronicles, players can relive key moments, track their progress, and uncover hidden details that enrich the lore of Zenless Zone Zero. With unique rewards, engaging gameplay, and a festive atmosphere, The Day of Brilliant Wishes offers an unforgettable experience that captures the heart of New Eridu’s New Year traditions.

Event Details

The Day of Brilliant Wishes event runs from January 23, 2025, to March 10, 2025 (server time), giving players plenty of time to experience its festive challenges and earn exclusive rewards. To participate, players must meet specific requirements, including reaching Inter-Knot Level 15 and completing the Agent Story Mole in the Hole (I). While not mandatory, it is strongly recommended to complete Chapter 5, A Storm of Falling Stars, and the Special Episode Astra-nomical Moment beforehand to avoid potential spoilers.

As a Proxy, you’ll be teaming up with Astra Yao at Starloop Tower to help guide Eous through Ridu’s Got Boo, a talent competition where contestants showcase their charm, skills, and stage presence. The event introduces unique gameplay elements that test your ability to support Eous in various challenges, including making strategic choices that impact performance and audience reactions.

New event stages will unlock progressively, adding fresh layers of competition and story development. As the competition heats up, players will navigate unexpected twists, rivalries, and special performances that bring the world of New Eridu to life. The deeper you engage with the event, the more you’ll uncover about the culture of Ridu, its traditions, and the aspirations of those participating.

How to Participate

Participation in The Day of Brilliant Wishes involves a variety of engaging activities that immerse players in the festive spirit of New Eridu. To progress through the event, players must complete special event commissions, which not only advance the storyline but also unlock additional content and gameplay features. These commissions introduce unique challenges and interactions that deepen the connection to the event’s characters and themes.

One of the standout activities is the Bangboo Beauty Contest, where players must carefully dress up Eous according to specific themes. Choosing the right accessories and outfits ensures Eous stands out in the competition, impressing judges and earning higher scores. Attention to detail is key, as different contest rounds may have varying requirements that test your ability to coordinate styles effectively.

Another core event challenge involves navigating a series of obstacle courses designed to test agility and precision. Successfully completing these courses rewards players with event tokens, which can be exchanged for valuable rewards. These challenges provide a dynamic change of pace, requiring quick reflexes and strategic movement to avoid hazards and reach the finish line. By participating in all aspects of the event, players can fully experience the New Year festivities and earn exclusive rewards while guiding Eous to victory.

Day of Brilliant Wishes Quests

The event follows a structured schedule, with new daily quests unlocking progressively, each offering distinct challenges and rewards. Players will engage in a mix of main quests that push the storyline forward and side quests that provide deeper insights into the characters and their New Year traditions.

On Day 1 (January 23, 2025), the event kicks off with the Day of Brilliant Wishes Qualifiers, marking the beginning of the competition. Alongside the main quest, players can take on side quests like The Young Lady’s New Year Family Affairs, Executive Officer’s New Year Preparations, and Public Security Officer’s New Year Nightmare, each revealing different aspects of how New Eridu’s citizens celebrate the occasion.

As the event continues into Day 2 (January 24, 2025), the stakes rise with the Group Match and Quarterfinals of the Day of Brilliant Wishes competition. These main quests require players to help Eous advance through the rounds, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges ahead. Side quests like A Soldier’s New Year Traditions and Pink Bunny’s New Year Reward add further variety, offering interactions with other characters and unique event-themed activities.

On Day 3 (January 25, 2025), the event reaches its climax with the Semifinals and Finals of the Day of Brilliant Wishes competition. Players must guide Eous through the final stages of the contest, facing the toughest opponents yet. Meanwhile, the side quest A Maid’s New Year Commemoration provides a moment of reflection on the meaning of the holiday, rounding out the event’s narrative.

By completing these quests, players will experience the full scope of The Day of Brilliant Wishes, from lighthearted celebrations to high-stakes competitions, all while earning valuable rewards for their efforts.

Qualifiers Quest Walkthrough

The Day of Brilliant Wishes Qualifiers mark the beginning of the event, setting the stage for the competition ahead. To progress, players must complete a series of tasks that introduce key characters and mechanics. The journey starts with a shopping trip to Lumina Square, where players search for accessories and Bangboo parts to help Eous prepare for the contest. Along the way, they will interact with Astra Yao, Nicole, and Evelyn, each playing a role in ensuring Eous is ready for the challenge. After acquiring the necessary items, players must register for the event with Paige, the event guide, before engaging in conversations with Astra and Nicole to wrap up the preparations.

During the qualifiers, players face off against Amillion in a competition where the goal is to outperform the opponent based on the event’s scoring system. Victory conditions vary, with three possible objectives: earning 2,000 more points than the opponent, 1,000 more points, or achieving an equal score. Since the theme for the qualifiers is Fairytale, players must carefully select Eous’s outfit, ensuring all three pieces of attire are labeled with the “Fairytale” tag to maximize their score. Completing these tasks successfully will allow players to advance further in the Ridu’s Got Boo competition, bringing Eous one step closer to victory.

Group Match

The Group Match is the next stage in the Day of Brilliant Wishes competition, introducing a new challenge and testing your ability to style Eous appropriately. The theme for this round is Primal, meaning Eous must be dressed in all three outfit pieces labeled with the “Primal” tag to maximize their score and stay competitive. Outfit selection is crucial, as properly themed attire directly impacts the performance in the contest.

In this stage, players will also encounter Fever Time, a special mechanic that requires precise timing and quick reflexes. Unlike previous rounds, where a single key press was enough, this phase introduces a more advanced challenge—players must press two keys simultaneously when prompted. Successfully executing these inputs will boost the overall score, making it easier to secure victory over opponents. Mastering both the styling aspect and the Fever Time mechanic is key to progressing beyond the Group Match and moving one step closer to the championship.

Rewards

Participating in The Day of Brilliant Wishes event offers a wealth of rewards, ranging from limited-time exclusives to permanent additions that can be accessed later through the Ridu Chronicles. Players can earn a variety of resources, currency, and unique items by progressing through the event, completing challenges, and participating in the themed contests.

Limited-Time Rewards include exclusive items that may not be obtainable once the event ends. These include a new skin for Nicole Demara, 1,230 Polychromes, and event-specific materials such as 10 Specialized Ether Chips, 10 W-Engine Energy Modules, and 20 Senior Investigator Logs to aid in character and W-Engine progression. Additionally, players can obtain 300,000 Dennies for upgrades, 80 Original Chips for enhancements, 10 Bangboo System Widgets, and a Hamster Cage Pass for special interactions.

Permanent rewards are accessible even after the event concludes through the Ridu Chronicles, allowing players to revisit and claim them at their own pace. These include 1,100 Inter-Knot Credit, 50 Original Chips, and 450 Polychromes, all of which can be used for various in-game purchases, upgrades, and character enhancements. The Inter-Knot Credit serves as a valuable resource for acquiring materials, while Original Chips are essential for upgrading key equipment.

Additionally, players will receive a Heartfelt Wish collectible, a decorative item that can be placed on the Display Stand in their room. This unique keepsake not only adds a personal touch to the player’s space but also serves as a lasting memento of their participation in this special New Year’s celebration in New Eridu.