Zenless Zone Zero’s second anniversary just dropped, and Version 3.1 “The Long Goodbye” hands every player something rare in a HoYoverse game: a completely free limited S-Rank Agent of your choice, plus that character’s signature W-Engine. The catch? You can only pick one from Jane, Soldier 0 – Anby, Hugo, Trigger, or Lucia — and it’s irreversible. Choose wrong and you’re watching an idle character sit in your roster for a year. So let’s get it right.
Quick answer: For most players, Lucia or Jane is the best pick. Lucia is the strongest long-term choice — she’s the premier support for the Rupture archetype and stays relevant across future patches. Jane is the best universal pick and pairs perfectly with Remielle, this patch’s new banner Agent, to form a top-tier Anomaly duo. Pick Lucia for future-proof value, Jane if you’re pulling Remielle, and read on if you already own one of them — because the selector doubles as a Mindscape 2 unlock.
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What You Actually Get From the Anniversary
Before the pick itself, here’s the full haul so you know what’s landing in your account this patch. The 3.1 anniversary is HoYoverse’s biggest ZZZ reward drop to date:
- One free limited S-Rank Agent — your choice of Jane, Soldier 0 – Anby, Hugo, Trigger, or Lucia
- That Agent’s signature W-Engine — the matching five-star weapon, which normally costs a separate banner pull to chase
- 1,600 Polychrome from login rewards
- 30 pulls’ worth of Encrypted Master Tapes and Boopons across the version’s events
- A free anniversary avatar and title
- Redemption code for bonus Polychrome and upgrade materials (redeem in-game via the inbox/settings code field — anniversary codes expire fast, so grab it now)
The claim window runs the entire patch, so there’s no need to rush the Agent decision on day one. Take the time to pick right — but do redeem the code immediately, since those expire on a much shorter timer than the selector.
The signature W-Engine is what makes this reward genuinely huge. A free limited S-Rank is great; a free limited S-Rank with their best-in-slot weapon is the kind of value that normally takes two separate banners to assemble.
Which Agent Should You Pick? Decision Table
Your right pick depends on two things: what your roster already has, and who you’re pulling this patch. Here’s the fast answer:
| Your Situation | Pick |
|---|---|
| You want the best long-term value | Lucia |
| You’re pulling Remielle this patch | Jane |
| You already own a Rupture DPS (Yixuan, etc.) | Lucia — completes the team |
| New player with no main DPS | Hugo — transitional carry |
| You already own Jane / Hugo / Soldier 0 Anby at M0 | That same Agent — unlocks their Mindscape 2 power spike |
| You need an Electric Attacker | Soldier 0 – Anby |
Notice the pattern: there’s no single “correct” answer for everyone, but Lucia and Jane cover the most accounts. If you’re overwhelmed and just want the safe default, Lucia is the pick that ages best.
Every Agent, Ranked for the Selector
Lucia — Best Overall Pick
Lucia is the strongest choice in the pool for long-term value. She’s the premier support for Rupture teams — one of ZZZ’s newest and most future-proofed archetypes — supercharging Rupture damage and shredding enemy Resistance. Because she enables an entire archetype rather than just dealing damage herself, she stays relevant across patch cycles as HoYoverse releases more Rupture DPS built around her. If you don’t have a specific reason to pick someone else, pick Lucia.
Jane — Best Universal Pick
Jane Doe is the most balanced option and the timeliest one this patch. She’s a top-tier Anomaly DPS, and she pairs directly with Remielle — the new Lumiflux Agent on 3.1’s banner — to form one of the version’s strongest team compositions. If you’re pulling Remielle, Jane is the obvious pick; the two together are the meta Anomaly duo. Even without Remielle, Jane is a reliable carry who fits a wide range of teams.
Hugo — Best for New Players
Hugo delivers respectable Ice burst damage and works well as a transitional carry for newer accounts without a main DPS. The caveat: his rotation speed can feel sluggish, and his spot in the Ice meta faces pressure from hyper-carries arriving later in 3.1. He’s a solid “get me a functional DPS now” pick, but veterans with an established roster get more from Lucia or Jane.
Soldier 0 – Anby — Situational
Soldier 0 – Anby is a powerful Electric Attack Agent with excellent personal damage, but she’s primarily a straightforward DPS rather than an archetype-enabler, so she offers less account value than Lucia or Jane. That said, Electric Attackers are rare in ZZZ, so if that’s a hole in your roster, she’s a perfectly reasonable pick.
Trigger — Lowest Priority
Trigger is an easy-to-play Stunner with team-wide Defense shred, but her high-end performance leans heavily on securing her signature W-Engine — which, conveniently, the selector provides. Still, if you’re already planning to pull upcoming premium supports, Trigger becomes redundant fast. She’s the hardest pick to justify for most accounts.
The Mindscape 2 Angle Most Players Miss
Here’s the pro move if you already own one of the selector Agents at Mindscape 0. Instead of grabbing a new idle character, use the selector to pick the same Agent you already have — this pushes them to Mindscape 2, a significant power spike for Hugo, Soldier 0 – Anby, and Jane in particular.
For an Agent you already play and invest in, an M2 upgrade almost always beats adding a brand-new character who’ll sit unused. A maxed, higher-Mindscape Agent in your active rotation is worth more than a fresh S-Rank you don’t have a team for. Check your roster before you pick — if one of these five is already carrying you, doubling down is often the smartest value.
Don’t Let FOMO Waste Your Pick
The single biggest mistake players make with a free selector is claiming immediately out of excitement. Don’t. The claim window runs the whole patch, so map out your pull plans first. If you’re planning to summon Remielle, that changes your answer. If you’re building toward a Rupture team, that changes it too. Your roster gaps matter more than any community tier list — including this one.
The only thing you should rush is the redemption code, which expires far sooner than the selector. Everything else can wait until you’ve thought it through.
Claim Your Free Agent — Then Make It Count
A free S-Rank and signature W-Engine is a massive head start, but a character sitting at level one with no discs isn’t winning you anything — the real power comes from actually building them.
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Conclusion
The 3.1 anniversary selector is the most generous reward ZZZ has ever handed out, and the right pick comes down to your account. Lucia is the best all-round choice thanks to her future-proof Rupture support role. Jane is the universal pick and the obvious call if you’re pulling Remielle. Hugo bridges the gap for new players, Soldier 0 – Anby fills an Electric slot, and if you already own one of these Agents, the selector doubles as a Mindscape 2 power spike.
Whatever you choose, don’t rush it — the window’s open all patch. Grab the code now, plan your pulls, then claim the Agent that actually fits your team. Happy anniversary, Proxy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which free S-Rank should I pick in ZZZ 3.1?
For most players, Lucia or Jane is the best pick. Lucia offers the strongest long-term value as the premier Rupture support, staying relevant across future patches. Jane is the best universal choice and pairs with Remielle, the 3.1 banner Agent, for a top-tier Anomaly team. If you already own one of the five selector Agents, picking the same one unlocks their Mindscape 2 power spike instead.
Is the ZZZ anniversary selector agent permanent?
Yes. The free S-Rank Agent you select from the Version 3.1 anniversary event is permanent and comes with that Agent’s signature W-Engine. The choice is irreversible, so it’s worth planning around your roster and pull plans before claiming. The claim window stays open for the entire patch, so there’s no need to rush the decision.
Should I pick Lucia or Jane in ZZZ 3.1?
Pick Lucia for the best long-term value — she enables the Rupture archetype and stays useful as HoYoverse releases more Rupture DPS. Pick Jane if you’re pulling Remielle this patch, since the two form one of Version 3.1’s strongest Anomaly team compositions. If you own neither and want a safe future-proof default, Lucia is the stronger pick.
Can I pick an agent I already own in the ZZZ selector?
Yes, and it’s often the smartest move. If you already own one of the five selector Agents (Jane, Soldier 0 – Anby, Hugo, Trigger, or Lucia) at Mindscape 0, choosing that same Agent pushes them to Mindscape 2 — a significant power spike, especially for Hugo, Soldier 0 – Anby, and Jane. An M2 upgrade on an Agent you already play usually beats adding a new idle character.
What W-Engines come with the ZZZ 3.1 selector?
Each Agent comes with their signature W-Engine: Sharpened Stinger (Jane), Severed Innocence (Soldier 0 – Anby), Spectral Gaze (Trigger), Dreamlit Hearth (Lucia), and Myriad Eclipse (Hugo). The free signature weapon is a major part of the reward’s value, since it normally requires a separate banner to obtain.
How long do I have to claim the free ZZZ agent?
The free S-Rank Agent selector claim window runs for the entire Version 3.1 patch, so you have weeks to decide. However, the anniversary redemption code for bonus Polychrome and materials expires much sooner, so redeem the code immediately even if you wait on the Agent choice.
Sources & Methodology
Agent recommendations and reward details reflect Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.1 “The Long Goodbye,” launched July 29, 2026, compiled from HoYoverse’s official anniversary announcements and community meta consensus as of 29 July 2026. Agent tier positions reflect the Version 3.1 meta and may shift as new Agents release later in the patch cycle. W-Engine names and reward quantities are per official HoYoverse listings; pick recommendations are based on current archetype strength and account-value analysis.
- GosuGamers — ZZZ 3.1 anniversary free Agent selector analysis
- MMOS.com — Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.1 free S-Rank selector overview
Zenless Zone Zero is a trademark of HoYoverse (COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.). This article is independent analysis and is not affiliated with or endorsed by HoYoverse. Agent balance and the meta change with updates; details reflect the date of publication.