As New Eridu steps into the height of summer and the streetlights grow ever brighter, the second half of Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.8 is finally set to kick off at noon on May 27. Whether you're a rookie Ropebearer just starting out or a seasoned veteran who's braved the Hollows for a long time, this phase, which runs until June 16, holds plenty of surprises in store.

Naturally, the most anticipated part of the second half is the new faces in the Frequency Modulation Warps. The brand-new S-Rank Agent  Billy (Physical·Shieldbreak) will make his official debut in his gleaming armor. What makes him truly unique is that all his Physical Damage is directly treated as Stun Damage, meaning his damage ceiling is no longer solely dependent on Attack Power but is instead firmly tied to his Max HP. Some of his skills also come with self-healing effects, making him both tanky and high-damage—a true standout in Shieldbreak team comps. The featured A-Rank Agents Pan Yinhu and Komano Mato will also make expanding your roster much easier. The simultaneously rate-up S-Rank W-Engine is tailor-made for him, further amplifying his Shieldbreak traits. On the other side, the ace Fire Strike Agent Orpheus & Will-o'-the-Wisp will have a limited-time rerun with their exclusive W-Engine. Their blazing, dazzling combat style presents the perfect opportunity for fire team enthusiasts to fill the gaps in their rosters.

After checking out the warp details, players will inevitably start calculating whether they have enough Film and Master Tape on hand. With two sets of S-Rank lineups available at the same time, you can't afford to be careless with your resources if you want to secure the characters you want. In such times, a safe channel for quick supplies becomes especially thoughtful—and COCODP is the choice of many Ropebearers during version transitions. It's easy to use and delivers reliably, acting as a solid safety net for your warp plans.

In terms of cosmetics, Hoshimi Miyabi's brand-new outfit Silver Garden Messenger is now available. It can be purchased for just 1350 Film Negatives during the event period, and the price will revert to 1680 Film Negatives after the event ends. The elegant Japanese-style patterns paired with redesigned combat effects add a touch of crisp, composed grace to every one of Miyabi's strikes in the Hollows. However, this also means you'll have to make a small trade-off between pulling for characters and getting the new outfit. If you want to get everything you want in one go without any regrets, stocking up on Film Negatives in advance through COCODP is a very practical solution—not only will you not have to stretch your resources thin for warps, but you'll also be able to add Miyabi's new outfit to your wardrobe with ease.

Overall, the second half features both powerful characters and limited cosmetics worth pulling for, as well as plenty of solid login rewards. Whether you're a meta player or a collector, you'll find something to suit your interests.