Esper Zero
"The Appraiser"
Overview
Esper Zero is the S-Rank Cosmos Solid protagonist of Neverness to Everness. As the only Esper undetectable under the Wertheimer Index, Zero possesses the unique ability to sense and locate Anomaly Nexuses. Players can choose between Male or Female versions. Zero excels as a versatile DPS with strong burst damage and team healing utility.
Skills
Basic Attack: Appraisal - Severance
Channels energy through the weapon, performing up to 5 consecutive attacks that deal Cosmos DMG.
Appraise and Engrave
Performs 3 consecutive weapon strikes, leaps into the air to charge, then fires an Esper Cannon dealing 1 instance of Cosmos DMG to an area. Deals additional damage to enemies below Zero's level.
Divide by Zero
Sweeps away the unseen lines connecting the Nexus in a dance of blades. Deals multiple instances of Cosmos DMG to an area.
Rift Blossom
Slashes through space and detonates a rift, dealing 2 instances of Cosmos DMG in an area.
Appraiser
Charge Enhancement: Restores HP equal to 50% of Zero's Base ATK when the active character gains Ultimate Energy. Anomaly Perception: Ultimate damage increased by 25%.
Overview
Esper Zero is the main character of Neverness to Everness — an already-awakened Esper discovered near the core of a major Anomaly incident in New Helios. With no memory of the past and completely undetectable under the Wertheimer Index, Zero serves as the “Appraiser” who can sense and locate Anomaly Nexuses.
Players can freely choose between Male and Female versions early in the story (changeable later in settings under “Others” tab).
Build Priority
Stat Priority
| Priority | Stat | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ATK% | Scales all damage and passive healing |
| 2 | CRIT DMG | Burst amplification for Ultimate |
| 3 | CRIT Rate | Consistent damage output |
| 4 | Cosmos DMG% | Elemental damage bonus |
Best Cartridge: Lost Radiance
Provides Cosmos DMG amplification that synergizes with Zero’s burst-focused kit.
Alternative: Shadow Creed
Key Mechanics
Appraiser Passive
Zero’s passive provides team-wide healing whenever any active character gains Ultimate Energy. This makes Zero a pseudo-healer in addition to being a DPS, reducing the need for a dedicated healer in some team compositions.
Anomaly Perception
A flat 25% Ultimate damage increase makes Zero’s burst window extremely potent. Prioritize building Ultimate energy for maximum damage output.
Gameplay Tips
- Zero fits into almost any team as a flexible Cosmos DPS
- The passive healing from Appraiser reduces team healing requirements
- Rift Blossom (Support Skill) deals 2 instances of damage — strong for reaction triggers
- Ultimate has a 25% innate damage bonus — save it for burst windows
- Zero can ride a motorcycle in the overworld (one of only two characters)
Trivia
- Esper Zero is the only Esper undetectable under the Wertheimer Index
- Was initially suspected to have ties to The Circle
- Found with no memory near the core of a major Anomaly incident
- Placed under observation on Groth Island in the Jail of Hethereau
- Known as the “Appraiser” due to exceptional sensitivity to anomalies