Zenless Zone Zero relies on a unique in-game social and progression hub known as the Interknot. As proxy investigators operating out of the Random Play video store on New Eridu, players climb the Interknot ladder to unlock high-level commissions, trust events, and endgame hollow exploration.
The competitor page discusses a fictional "system of 400 Interknots" with made-up nodes like "Glimmering Oasis" and "Stormy Peak". That content is entirely fabricated AI-slop disconnected from HoYoverse's actual game design. In reality, the Interknot serves as New Eridu's premier online forum for proxies, functioning as your player-level progression tracker, commission board, and community lore repository.
Understanding the Interknot Proxy Ranks
Progression in Zenless Zone Zero ties directly to your Interknot Level (IK Level). Raising this rank opens up new chapters of the main story, unlocks hard combat modes, and grants access to advanced Hollow Zero sectors.
- Level 1 to 30 (Early Game): Focuses on basic commission board requests, unlocking standard hollow investigations, and meeting core agents like Anby, Nicole, and Billy.
- Level 31 to 50 (Mid Game): Unlocks expert challenges, higher-tier drive disc farming, and advanced proxy commission chains from mysterious clients.
- Level 50 and Above (Late Game): The endgame grind where players optimize agent builds for Shiyu Defense and critical Hollow Zero hazard zones.
You raise your Interknot Level by completing main storyline commissions, daily engagement tasks, combat simulations at the HIA Club, and side errands found around Lumina Square and Sixth Street.
Commission Types on the Interknot Board
The Interknot board is divided into distinct categories that dictate what kind of gameplay you'll encounter. Knowing how to filter these requests saves time when grinding for Polychromes and Denny.
Combat commissions drop you directly into hollow combat zones where agents fight through corrupted ether mutants. Exploration commissions emphasize puzzle-solving, board navigation with Bangboos, and avoiding dangerous ether corruption meters. Special errands often involve interacting with New Eridu citizens, uncovering urban legends, or triggering character-specific trust dialogues.
Trust Mechanics and Agent Interactions
Beyond serving as a quest board, the Interknot acts as a social network where citizens and agents post public threads. Building relationships with agents requires monitoring your direct messages and Interknot notifications.
- DM Notifications: Agents will message your proxy account when specific time-of-day conditions or IK levels are met.
- Trust Events: Meeting agents in person at locations like the random play store counter, Coffee Shop, or Arcade boosts their trust rank.
- Visual Rewards: Maxing out an agent's trust unlocks custom wallpaper for your desktop, specialized chat avatars, and passive combat buffs in specific modes.
Common Mistakes Proxy Players Make
Many players stall their progression because they ignore secondary board tasks or mismanage daily stamina (Battery Charge).
Don't ignore low-level side commissions thinking they lack value; uncompleted board requests often lock out subsequent high-tier chain quests. Avoid spending your Battery Charges on low-tier material drops early on. Wait until your Interknot level hits thresholds that guarantee high-grade component rewards from HIA training courses. Make sure to check the in-game clock and weather systems, as certain agent interactions only trigger during specific times of day.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check my current Interknot level?
Open your main menu or pause screen. Your current Interknot Level and exact experience progress bar display prominently in the top right corner next to your profile card.
Why are certain Interknot commissions locked?
Most locked commissions require reaching a specific Interknot Level, completing preceding story chapters, or finishing prerequisite character trust events. Check the commission details screen for specific requirements.
Can I replay completed Interknot story missions?
Yes. Once you complete major storyline arcs, you can access the HoYoverse archives or specific terminal replay features in your hideout to experience cutscenes and combat stages again.
Do Interknot levels scale enemy difficulty?
Overworld enemies and commission opponents scale based on your overall progression milestones rather than direct level-scaling penalties, ensuring your built agents remain viable.
