Elpis Ultimate Angler Championship Event - Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) - Version 1.5

Elpis Ultimate Angler Championship Event - Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) - Version 1.5

The Elpis Ultimate Angler Championship is a limited-time event introduced in Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) as part of the Version 1.5 update. This event revolves around a fishing competition set in Port Elpis, where players (referred to as Proxies) can participate to earn rewards, level up their Fishing Permit, and engage in a unique storyline involving characters like Qingyi from Public Security. Below is a detailed breakdown of the event based on available information and its context within the game.
Event Overview
Duration: The event ran from February 14, 2025, 10:00 (server time) to March 10, 2025, 03:59 (server time). As of today, March 9, 2025, the event is in its final day, so players have only a few hours left to participate and claim time-limited rewards.
Location: Port Elpis, a coastal area in New Eridu, the game's futuristic city setting.
Theme: A fishing tournament with a mix of competitive gameplay, story quests, and side activities, tied into an underlying narrative about art thieves operating by sea.
Prerequisites:
Reach Inter-Knot Level 23.
Complete Main Story Chapter 2 - Intermission.
For the best experience, it’s recommended (but not required) to complete Main Story Chapter 5 - A Storm of Falling Stars.
How to Start
Meet Qingyi: Head to Sixth Street near the noodle shop to interact with Qingyi, who recruits the Phaethon twins (Belle and Wise) for the event under the pretense of a fishing competition. She has an ulterior motive—tracking down art thieves.
Travel to Port Elpis: After accepting the invitation, proceed to Port Elpis and speak to McDunn, the event organizer, to officially begin participation.
Fishing Tutorial: Qingyi and the staff provide a brief tutorial on the fishing mechanics, kicking off the event.
Gameplay Mechanics
The event combines fishing minigames, story commissions, and side content to earn Angler Points, which increase your Fishing Permit level and unlock rewards. Here’s how it works:
Fishing Minigame
Location: Fishing spots are marked by a warning sign with a tentacle at the pier in Port Elpis.
Steps:
Interact with the fishing spot to cast your line.
When a pink-purple circle aligns with an on-screen button, press it to hook the fish.
Follow on-screen prompts (mash or hold buttons) to reel in the fish, depleting its stamina gauge.
Successfully depleting the stamina catches the fish.

Tips:
Different fish appear at various times and locations. Adjust the in-game time or try multiple spots to catch rare species.
Higher Fishing Permit levels (earned via Angler Points) grant buffs like increased stamina or better odds for rare fish.
Event Structure
Main Story Quests: Three key commissions drive the narrative:
Ridu Fishing Festival: An introductory match where you must place in the top three by catching at least two fish within a time limit.
Truth Beneath the Water: Continues the investigation into the art theft, blending fishing with Hollow exploration and combat.
Elpis’ Ultimate Angler: The final quest, culminating in a competition to become the top angler, followed by a resolution with Qingyi and a firework cutscene.
Port Anecdotes: Optional side stories featuring characters like Lycaon, Rina, and various Bangboo, offering additional Angler Points and lore.
Fish Encyclopedia: Catching new fish logs them here, earning bonus Angler Points at specific star thresholds.

Rewards:
Completing event tasks grants a variety of rewards, including:
Exclusive Dynamic Wallpaper: "Bangboo Angler Club" (time-limited).
Polychromes: Up to 1,200 (used for pulling characters/weapons), a significant draw for players.
Tuning Calibrator: For gear enhancement.
Upgrade Materials: Various resources for character and equipment progression.
Fishing Permit Perks: Buffs like improved fishing odds, combat ATK boosts, and access to night fishing at Reef Island (unlocked by restoring the Port Elpis lighthouse).
Note: Time-limited rewards must be claimed before the event ends on March 10, 2025, at 03:59 (server time). After this, the event moves to Ridu Chronicles, where the story remains playable, but limited rewards are no longer available.

Story Context:
The event ties into the broader narrative of Zenless Zone Zero. Qingyi recruits the Phaethon twins to join the championship, but her real goal is to investigate art thieves using the sea routes around Port Elpis. The story unfolds across the three main quests, blending fishing with Hollow-based combat and exploration. Side content (Port Anecdotes) adds depth with character interactions, while the fishing competition itself offers a lighter, relaxing contrast to the game’s usual high-energy action.