Ellen TV Schedule - The Troubles of Ellen the Shark - Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) - Version 1.5

Ellen TV Schedule - The Troubles of Ellen the Shark - Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) - Version 1.5

"The Troubles of Ellen the Shark" is a TV Schedule Event featured in Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) Version 1.5, centered around Ellen Joe, a popular shark-themed character from the Victoria Housekeeping Co. faction. This limited-time event, which ran from January 22, 2025, to March 10, 2025 (server time), offers players a mix of narrative storytelling and combat challenges, providing insight into Ellen's character while rewarding participants with in-game items like Polychromes and upgrade materials.
Event Overview
Availability: January 22, 2025, 10:00 (GMT+8) – March 10, 2025, 03:59 (server time).
Requirements: Reach Inter-Knot Level 15 and complete the Agent Story "Mole in the Hole (I)" to unlock participation.
Access: The event is accessible via the TV in Random Play’s workshop, under the "Special Play" section, with some content unlocking progressively during the event period.
Event Structure
The event combines Ellen’s Agent Story, titled "It’s Me... Leave a Message," with a series of combat-focused Special Play stages. The story explores Ellen’s laid-back personality and her relationships with friends, wrapped in a lighthearted, anime-inspired high school narrative. The combat challenges, meanwhile, test players’ skills using Ellen as the sole playable character, tasked with protecting Astra Yao from enemy waves.
Story: "It’s Me... Leave a Message"
Premise: Ellen, a shark Thiren balancing school and maid duties, navigates her friendships and personal struggles. The story emphasizes themes of effort and connection, particularly through her interactions with Astra Yao, who commissions Victoria Housekeeping to gather Crystal Flowers for a handmade gift.
Progression: The narrative unfolds over multiple days, with key stages unlocking at specific dates (e.g., "Fragrant Gift" on January 25, 2025). It’s accessible via the TV or Video Archive in Random Play’s workshop after completing Chapter 3, "The Midnight Pursuit."
Special Play Combat Challenges
Objective: Protect Astra Yao while defeating enemies that prioritize her as their target. Ellen is the only controllable character, with Astra providing support via an Ally Skill.
Key Mechanics:
Astra’s Ally Skill: Grants invulnerability to both Ellen and Astra for 5 seconds and boosts Ellen’s damage by 50% for 8 seconds (unlocked via "Vocal Range Protection" effect in later stages).
Polar Shark Hunter: Enhances Ellen’s attacks (e.g., third Basic Attack, EX Special Attack) with an Icy Blade effect for increased Ice damage.
Stages: Four challenges escalate in difficulty, featuring waves of melee enemies, enhanced mobs, and elites. Success requires maintaining Astra’s HP above thresholds like 70% for S-Rank rewards.
Rewards
Completing the event, including both story and combat stages, grants:
Polychromes: In-game currency for pulls.
Upgrade Materials: Various items to enhance characters and gear.
Narrative Rewards: Completing the optional "It’s Me... Leave a Message" Special Episode maximizes rewards.
Tips for Success
Combat Strategy: Use Ellen’s mobility (Dash Attacks, Roaming State) to group enemies away from Astra. Prioritize weaker foes first, then focus on elites. Activate Astra’s Ally Skill during heavy enemy waves or when her HP is at risk.
Timing: Check the event page regularly, as additional stages or bonuses may unlock over time.
As of today, March 9, 2025, the event is in its final hours (ending at 03:59 server time, approximately 11:59 PM GMT+8, or 5:59 PM UTC). If you haven’t participated yet, there’s still a narrow window to dive in and experience Ellen’s story and challenges before it concludes!