Understanding ZZZ Bangboo Banner Pity Mechanics
Bangboo Banner unlocks at Inter-Knot Level 20 as a permanent exclusive channel. Uses Encrypted Master Tapes or Boopons—completely separate from Agent/W-Engine currency.
Pity thresholds:
- Hard pity: 80 pulls (guaranteed S-Rank)
- Base S-Rank rate: 1% (2% total with cumulative probability)
- A-Rank rate: 15% (hard pity at 10 pulls)
- B-Rank rate: 84%
Current S-Rank pool: Agent Gulliver, Amillion, Bangvolver, Belion, Birkblick, Butler—all permanently available.
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Bangboo vs Agent Banner Differences
Independent tracking: Each channel maintains separate pity. You could be at 70 pity on Bangboo Banner and 0 on Agent Banner—neither affects the other.
Exclusive units: Bangboo-specific units (Butler, Safety, Sharkboo, Amillion, Plugboo) only drop from Bangboo Banner.
Currency separation: Bangboo uses Encrypted Master Tapes/Boopons exclusively, preventing accidental resource mixing.
Soft Pity vs Hard Pity
Hard pity (80 pulls): Absolute guarantee. Your 80th pull without an S-Rank will produce one.
Soft pity (60-70 pulls): Increased drop rates begin around pull 60-70. Most players get S-Ranks in the 65-75 range, but it's not guaranteed until 80.
Budget for 80 pulls to guarantee acquisition, but expect earlier drops due to soft pity.
Does Pity Carry Over to Version 1.6?
Yes—completely. Pity never resets during version updates. Your progress from version 1.5 transfers intact to 1.6 (releasing March 12, 2025, 11 AM UTC+8).
What carries over:
- Pull count toward next S-Rank
- Guarantee status from lost 50/50
- All accumulated progress
What resets: Only obtaining an S-Rank resets your counter to zero. Version updates, banner rotations, and maintenance have no impact.
Official Retention Mechanics
No pity resets occur during version transitions. The game treats updates as content additions, not gacha resets. Bangboo Banner operates continuously with rotating featured units—the channel never ends, so pity persists indefinitely.
Version 1.6 introduces no changes to gacha mechanics. All established rules continue operating identically.
How to Check Your Pity Counter
No visible counter exists in-game. Manual tracking required:
- Open Signal Search → Bangboo Banner
- Click Details or History button
- Find your last S-Rank (gold/orange highlight)
- Count each pull from that S-Rank to current position
- If no S-Rank ever: count all displayed pulls
Pro tip: Screenshot your history regularly. Create a spreadsheet tracking pull dates and acquisitions for backup records.
History displays 6-month records—sufficient for most tracking needs. Every pull counts toward S-Rank pity regardless of rarity obtained.
The 50/50 System Explained
When you pull an S-Rank:
- 50% chance: Featured rate-up unit
- 50% chance: Off-banner S-Rank from permanent pool
Losing 50/50: Activates guarantee for next S-Rank. This guarantee persists across all banner rotations until consumed.
Winning 50/50: Get featured unit, return to 50/50 status for next S-Rank.
Guarantee Mechanics
Guarantee carries over indefinitely. Lose 50/50 in version 1.5, wait until 1.6—your guarantee remains active.
Guarantee locks to featured unit category, not specific Bangboo. If you lose 50/50 during Birkblick's banner but pull during Sprout's banner, you'll get Sprout.
Strategic waiting: Use guarantee status to target desired units. Wait for optimal banner rotation before pulling.
Checking Guarantee Status
No in-game indicator exists. Track manually:
- Last S-Rank was featured unit → You're on 50/50
- Last S-Rank was off-banner → You have guarantee
Maintain external records of S-Rank pulls, especially if taking breaks.
Bangboo vs Standard Banner
Completely separate pity systems. Standard Banner pulls don't affect Bangboo pity at all.
Key differences:
- Standard: No featured units, equal probability across pool
- Bangboo: Featured rate-up with 50/50 + guarantee system
- Bangboo-exclusive units never appear in Standard Banner
Never use Encrypted Master Tapes on Standard Banner. Wastes premium currency on inferior probability distribution. Bangboo Banner guarantees targeted acquisition within 160 pulls max (80 + 80 if you lose 50/50).
Boopons Exchange System
Boopons accumulate from duplicate Bangboos. Use as alternative currency for pulls.
Long-term value: Even unlucky sessions generate Boopons. Save them for high-priority banners—80 Boopons = guaranteed S-Rank without spending Polychrome.
Common Pity Misconceptions
Myth: Pity resets when featured S-Rank changes False. Pity persists across all banner rotations. Only obtaining an S-Rank resets your counter.
Myth: Standard Banner pulls affect Bangboo pity False. Channels are completely independent. 1,000 Standard pulls = zero impact on Bangboo pity.
Myth: Soft pity guarantees S-Rank within 10 pulls False. Soft pity increases probability but guarantees nothing until pull 80. You could reach pull 79 without an S-Rank—only 80 is absolute.
Version 1.6 Preparation
Version 1.6 releases March 12, 2025. Same pity mechanics continue: 80-pull hard pity, 50/50 system, full carryover.
Pull Strategy by Current Pity
70+ pity: Consider completing now if current featured S-Rank has value. You're in soft pity range with high probability.
40-69 pity: Strategic decision point. Want current unit? Pull. Prefer waiting for 1.6? Save—your pity carries forward.
0-39 pity: Save for 1.6 unless current featured S-Rank is essential. Low pity = minimal pressure to pull immediately.
Pull Now or Wait?
Pull now if:
- Within 20 pulls of pity
- Current featured S-Rank addresses critical roster need
- You're on guarantee status and want this unit
Wait for 1.6 if:
- Low-to-medium pity (0-60)
- Current featured S-Rank doesn't improve roster significantly
- You're on guarantee and want to target 1.6's featured unit
Resource Management
Per pull cost: 1 Encrypted Master Tape or 80 Polychrome
Guaranteed S-Rank: 6,400 Polychrome (80 pulls max)
Worst-case (lose 50/50): 12,800 Polychrome (160 pulls)
F2P Income
Monthly earnings: ~1,800 Polychrome from daily commissions + weekly activities
Per version cycle (6 weeks): 3,300-4,300 Polychrome (41-53 pulls)
Annual F2P rate: 2-3 guaranteed S-Ranks through consistent engagement
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Polychrome Conversion Timing
Convert immediately before pulling—not during accumulation. Polychrome maintains flexibility for any banner type. Encrypted Master Tapes lock to exclusive banners only.
Exception: Convert during limited-time bonuses if offered.
Expert Strategies
The 70-Pull Rule
Stop at 70 pity before version updates if uncertain about current featured S-Rank. Positions you in soft pity range while maintaining flexibility for 1.6's featured unit. Need only 10 more pulls to reach hard pity when you identify your target.
Risk: Potentially miss S-Rank from soft pity on current banner. Use this strategy when current featured unit doesn't meet needs.
Multiple S-Rank Acquisition
Sustained rhythm: 40-50 pulls per version × 8-9 versions yearly = 2-3 guaranteed S-Ranks for F2P
After obtaining S-Rank: Immediately save for next guarantee. Resist casual pulling—every pull delays next guaranteed acquisition.
Strategic spending: One resource pack (20-30 pulls) accelerates cycle by ~1 version, enabling 3-4 S-Ranks annually.
FAQ
Does Bangboo banner pity carry over to version 1.6? Yes, completely. Pull count and guarantee status persist across all version updates. Only obtaining an S-Rank resets pity.
How many pulls guarantee an S-Rank Bangboo? 80 pulls maximum. Soft pity increases probability from ~60-70, but only 80 is absolute guarantee.
Does losing 50/50 give a guarantee? Yes. Obtaining off-banner S-Rank activates guarantee for next S-Rank pull. Persists across all banners until consumed.
Is Bangboo pity separate from Agent pity? Yes. Each channel tracks independently. Pulls on one banner have zero impact on others.
How do I check my pity count? Access Signal Search history, find last S-Rank, manually count pulls to current position. No visible counter exists.
Can I save guarantee for future banners? Yes. Guarantee persists indefinitely. Wait for desired featured S-Rank, then use guarantee strategically for maximum value.
