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Zenless Zone Zero Steel Cushion is an S-rank W-Engine, tailored for physical attackers. It enhances CRIT Rate and boosts Physical Damage significantly. Its passive, Metal Cat Claws, increases damage dealt from behind, making it ideal for agile characters like Nekomata. With high Base ATK and strong synergy with stealthy or flanking playstyles, Steel Cushion excels in maximizing burst damage from positional strikes.
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Level 1
Base ATK
46
Crit Rate
9.60%
Level 60
Base ATK
684
Crit Rate
24%
Zenless Zone Zero Steel Cushion Guide: Update Levels and Effects
| Lv. | Steel Cushion W-Engine Effect |
|---|---|
| 1★ | Increases Physical DMG by 20%. The equipper’s DMG increases by 25% when attacking the enemy from behind. |
| 2★ | Increases Physical DMG by 25%. The equipper’s DMG increases by 31.5% when attacking the enemy from behind. |
| 3★ | Increases Physical DMG by 30%. The equipper’s DMG increases by 38% when attacking the enemy from behind. |
| 4★ | Increases Physical DMG by 35%. The equipper’s DMG increases by 44% when attacking the enemy from behind. |
| 5★ | Increases Physical DMG by 40%. The equipper’s DMG increases by 50% when attacking the enemy from behind. |
Zenless Zone Zero Steel Cushion Guide: Modifications and Stats
| Mod Level | Level Range | Base ATK | CRIT Rate | Modification Costs |
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| 0 | 0/10 | 46 | 9.6% |  x12,000 x4 |
| 10/10 | 118 | 9.6% | ||
| 1 | 10/20 | 159 | 12.5% | x28,000 x12 |
| 20/20 | 231 | 12.5% | ||
| 2 | 20/30 | 272 | 15.4% | x60,000x20 |
| 30/30 | 344 | 15.4% | ||
| 3 | 30/40 | 385 | 18.2% | x100,000 x10 |
| 40/40 | 457 | 18.2% | ||
| 4 | 40/50 | 498 | 21.1% | x200,000x20 |
| 50/50 | 570 | 21.1% | ||
| 5 | 50/60 | 611 | 24.0% | — |
| 60/60 | 684 | 24.0% |
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| 400,000 | 4 | 32 | 30 |
Zenless Zone Zero Steel Cushion Guide: Signature Weapon for Nekomata
S Rank
Physical
Attack
Cunning Hares AKA Gentle House
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Zenless Zone Zero Steel Cushion Guide: Stats
| Lv. | Base ATK | Adv.Stat (CRIT Rate) |
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| Base | 46 | 9.60% |
| 10 | 159 | 12.50% |
| 20 | 272 | 15.40% |
| 30 | 385 | 18.20% |
| 40 | 498 | 21.10% |
| 50 | 611 | 24.00% |
| MAX | 684 | 24.00% |
Zenless Zone Zero Steel Cushion Guide: Conclusion
Zenless Zone Zero Steel Cushion stands out as a top-tier W-Engine for Physical DPS agents, especially those who excel at flanking or fast-paced combat like Nekomata. Its strong CRIT and back-attack bonuses make it a deadly tool when used effectively. While situational in passive activation, in the right hands and team setup, it delivers consistent high damage. Players seeking to maximize Physical damage potential will find Steel Cushion a reliable and potent choice.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Qs)
❓How can I obtain it?
It can be obtained via the W-Engine gacha (Signal Search) and from the Signal Shop using Residual Signals, especially when Nekomata is on rate-up.
❓Can non-Attack specialty agents use it?
No, its effects only activate when equipped by Attack-type agents, making it unsuitable for agents with Support, Stun, or Anomaly specialties.
❓What is its in-game rating or tier?
It is widely rated Tier 1 in W-Engine rankings for Physical Attack agents due to its high stat bonuses and damage amplification.
❓What is the name of its passive effect?
The passive effect of Steel Cushion is called Metal Cat Claws. It provides powerful conditional bonuses based on attack direction and damage type.
