Pan Yinhu Build Guide: W-Engine, Drive Discs & Teams｜Zenless Zone Zero

Hey, Proxies! The“Kung Fu Panda”Pan Yinhu from Yunkui Summit is crashing onto the scene in Zenless Zone Zero version 2.0! This brand-new A-rank Physical Defense character isn't just a total cutie—he's also a massive foodie with some serious battlefield chops.

In this guide, we're going all-in on Pan Yinhu's ultimate build plan. We'll cover everything from skill upgrade priorities to W-Engine picks, Drive Disc setups, Team comps, and more. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, this guide will help you craft the perfect setup for our lovable“Bun Hero.”So, grab a snack, and let's get started on building your unstoppable“Kung Fu Panda”!

 

Pan Yinhu Overview

Attribute: Physical    Specialty: Defense    Faction: Yunkui Summit

Pan Yinhu is an A-rank Physical Defense character hailing from Yunkui Summit in Zenless Zone Zero. As a Defense-type Agent, he's all about keeping his team safe with beefy shields and slick control effects, while shrugging off damage like it's no big deal.

His signature move, “lron Shoulder Strike”, dishes out Physical damage and racks up “Qi Force” points. These points let him trigger Quick Assists, boosting his teammates' Penetration stats. Pan Yinhu shines as a support, pumping up your squad's damage output and survivability.

He's a perfect match for Penetration-reliant characters like the white-haired master - Yixuan. Curious about the materials you'll need to max him out? Don't sweat it—I've got all the details ready for you!

 

Skill Priorities

Getting Pan Yinhu's skills in the right order is key to unlocking his full potential on the battlefield. Based on how his kit works, here's the upgrade priority you'll want to follow:

Core Skill > Special Skill = Assist Skill

When Pan Yinhu unleashes his Enhanced Special Skill, he slams forward with a heavy strike, gaining 3 Qi Force points. This triggers a Quick Assist, swapping him out for the previous character in your lineup. Even from the backfield, Pan keeps swinging, burning through his Qi Force to pummel enemies.

As long as he’s got Qi Force, the character swapped in via his Quick Assist gets a sweet Penetration buff based on a chunk of Pan Yinhu’s Attack stat. If your team includes Break-focused characters or others from the same faction, they’ll also slap a debuff on the enemy, cranking up the whole squad’s DMG.

In short, Pan Yinhu’s game plan revolves around his Special Skill to juice up Penetration buffs. He’s got some imbalance scaling and survival perks thrown in too. Want the deep dive on his more kit mechanics? I’ve got you covered!

 

W-Engine Recommendations

Picking the right W-Engine can make or break Pan Yinhu’s performance. Here’s a rundown of the best options to strap onto our Kung Fu Panda:

Top Choice

Tusks of Fury
	Rank: S Base ATK: 713 Specialty: Defense Impact: 18%

Effect (R5):

The Shield value provided by the equipper increases by 60%. When any squad member triggers Interrupt or Perfect Dodge, all squad members' DMG increases by 36% and Daze dealt increases by 24% for 20s. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.

Tusks of Fury edges out Pan Yinhu’s signature W-Engine as the top pick. It beefs up his shields for better staying power and pumps up the whole team’s damage and imbalance output. It’s a perfect fit for his playstyle.

Alternative W-Engines

Pan Yinhu’s Signature W-Engine—Tremor Trigram Vessel
	Rank: A Base ATK: 624 Specialty: Defense ATB%: 25%

Effect (R5):

Boosts [Enhanced Special Skill] and [Ultimate] damage by 40%. When any teammate takes damage or heals, the wearer recovers 3.2 energy (once every 5 seconds max).

This signature W-Engine hands Pan Yinhu a solid Attack boost—great for juicing up his Penetration buffs—plus energy recovery to keep his skills spinning faster. It’s a reliable choice if you want him popping off Enhanced Specials left and right.

Spring Embrace
	Rank: A Base ATK: 594 Specialty: Defense ATB%: 25%

Effect (R5):

Reduces DMG taken by 12%. When attacked, the equipper's Energy Generation Rate increased by 16% for 12s. When the equipper switches off-field, this buff will be transferred to the new on-field character with its duration refreshed. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.

Spring Embrace brings Attack, damage reduction, and energy efficiency to the table. The buff transferring to the next character when Pan swaps out pairs beautifully with his Quick Assist shenanigans.

Peacekeeper - Specialized
	Rank: A Base ATK: 624 Specialty: Defense ATB%: 25%

Effect (R5):

While Shielded, the equipper's Energy Regen increases by 0.64/s. The Anomaly Buildup of EX Special Attacks and Assist Follow-Ups increases by 55%.

This W-Engine provides a higher attack power bonus to Pan Yin Jiu. If you have a shield, you can also trigger a subclause that gives you a boost to your energy, a special skill, and an increase in your accumulation speed.

 

Drive Disc Recommendations

Top Choice

Recommended LV: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Proto Punk （4-Pc）	2-Pc: Increases Shield effect by 15%. 4-Pc: When any squad member triggers a Defensive Assist or Evasive Assist, all squad members deal 15% increased DMG, lasting 10s. Passive effects of the same name do not stack.
Swing Jazz （2-Pc）	2-Pc: Energy Regen increases by 20%.

Proto Punk’s 4-piece set is Pan Yinhu’s dream setup. The 2-piece buffs his shields, while the 4-piece dishes out a team-wide damage boost when Assists pop off. Pair it with Swing Jazz’s 2-piece for that sweet energy regen to keep him rolling.

Alternative

Recommended LV: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Astral Voice （4-Pc）	2-Pc: ATK +10%. 4-Pc: Whenever any squad member enters the field using a Quick Assist, all squad members gain 1 stack of Astral, up to a maximum of 3 stacks, and lasting 15s. Repeated triggers reset the duration. Each stack of Astral increases the DMG dealt by the character entering the field using a Quick Assist by 8%. Only one instance of this effect can exist in the same squad.
Swing Jazz （2-Pc）	2-Pc: Energy Regen increases by 20%.

Astral Voice can deliver a huge improvement, but Pan Yinhu’s Enhanced Special Skill guzzles 60 energy, so you might miss Quick Assists and drop the buff. Swing Jazz’s energy regen helps patch that up and keeps him in the game.

Main Stats

• Slot 4: Attack
• Slot 5: Attack
• Slot 6: Energy Regeneration

Sub-stats

Attack > Everything Else

Pan Yinhu needs to hit 3000 Attack to max out his Penetration buff, so stack Attack sub-stats like your life depends on it!

 

Mindscape vs Signature Weapon Pull Recommendation

Both Mindscape Cinema and his signature W-Engine can level up Pan Yinhu’s support game, but they lean in different directions:

• Mindscape Cinema: Boosts skill effects and passives—like bigger Penetration buffs or shorter cooldowns. Suitable for teams that require frequent use of skills, but you’ll need heavy investment (think M6) to really shine. Unless you’re swimming in resources, the payoff’s a bit meh.
• Signature W-Engine: Delivers Attack and energy regen, pumping up Penetration values and skill uptime. It’s the better bang-for-your-buck pull, giving Pan Yinhu an instant power spike.

Right now, Pan Yinhu’s a tailor-made support for Yixuan. Pulling 0+1 is plenty to hold your own in the current meta.

 

Pan Yinhu Teams and Bangboo

Optimal Team

With Yixuan as the only Break-focused main DPS right now, Pan Yinhu slots right into the master-apprentice squad as a top-tier support:

DPS	Stun	Support	Bangboo
Yixuan	Ju Fufu	Pan Yinhu	Belion

Yixuan thrives on Penetration, so Pan Yinhu’s buffs are a match made in heaven. Ju Fufu adds extra support and control, tying it all together. With two Yunxi Mountain faction members, your Bangboo gets a skill boost too!

Alternative Team

DPS	Stun	Support	Bangboo
Yixuan	Pan Yinhu	Astra Yao	Belion

In this setup, Yixuan remains the main damage dealer, with Pan Yinhu focusing on stacking Qi Force to max out penetration and crank up Yixuan’s damage output. Astra Yao’s there to keep the team alive and kicking.

 

Burst True Damage Team

DPS	Stun	Support	Bangboo
Vivian	Jane Doe	Pan Yinhu	Robin

This lineup mixes flaw exploitation, Penetration shredding, and dual anomaly stacking. It’s a boss-melting machine, especially against mechanical foes.

 

Physical Team

DPS	Stun	Support	Bangboo
Nekomiya Mana	Anby Demara	Pan Yinhu	Paperboo

 

Conclusion

Pan Yinhu is a powerhouse A-rank Physical Defense character. With the right skill upgrades, W-Engine, Drive Discs, Mindscape tweaks, and team setup, you can transform this “Kung Fu Panda” into an unkillable force that dominates the battlefield. This guide lays out everything you need to master Pan Yinhu and make him the backbone of your squad.

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