When Zenless Zone Zero introduced Alice Thymefield in the second half of version 2.1, many players immediately started comparing her to Jane Doe. After all, both are S-rank thiren agents who lean into anomaly-based gameplay. But Alice brings her own flavor to the table, and it is worth taking a closer look at what makes her tick.

Alice Thymefield hails from the Spook Shack faction, standing alongside Yuzuha and Komano. Her debut arrived on August 6 in the second half of the 2.1 update, right after Yuzuha made her own entrance. For anyone who enjoys graceful swordplay and anomaly teams, this thiren gal quickly became a talking point. Is she just another pretty face in New Eridu, or does her kit actually deliver? Based on her reception, players leaned toward the latter.

Her background is just as stylish as her combat stance. Alice belongs to the noble Thymefield family, a detail that already sets her apart from many street-level agents. She wears a mix of tactical gear and a formal uniform, which creates a distinctive look. Her weapon of choice is an extendable sword, and the way she moves feels less like brawling and more like a refined dance. Interestingly, her character introduction hints that she knows Lucy de Montifio. That little connection gives lore fans something extra to chew on, doesn't it?

In terms of gameplay, Alice is an S-rank anomaly agent with the physical attribute. For players who love watching disorder reactions melt enemy health bars, she fits right in. Her anomaly specialty means she focuses on building up physical anomaly and triggering effects rather than relying purely on critical hits. The extendable sword allows her to keep a comfortable range while still delivering precise, elegant slashes. One might ask whether she can replace Jane Doe in anomaly teams. The answer is not so black and white—Jane still excels at burst windows and dodge-heavy play, while Alice leans into consistent sword combos and team synergy.

When building a squad around Alice, Yuzuha is a natural starting point because they share faction and thematic ties. But beyond that, any anomaly agent can work. Her best teammates tend to be Burnice, Vivian, Yanagi, or Jane. Each one offers different advantages:

• Burnice adds off-field fire anomaly pressure.

• Vivian provides strong anomaly support and lets Alice trigger disorder more often.

• Yanagi can extend anomaly windows and chip in with electric damage.

• Jane can operate as a secondary anomaly threat, though running both might be overkill for some players.

Can Alice slot into a mono-physical team? She can, but she shines brightest when paired with agents who help her trigger disorder. Players should think about their current roster before pulling.

Her signature W-engine, Practiced Perfection, is the best option by design. It boosts her anomaly stats and complements her physical damage output. If players miss that banner, Jane Doe's W-engine is a solid alternative because both characters share similar anomaly-focused needs. The standard banner Fusion Compiler also gives good results, especially for those who already have it lying around. A quick comparison might look like this:

W-Engine	Priority	Notes
Practiced Perfection	Best	Signature option, tailored to her kit
Jane Doe's W-engine	Good	Strong alternative for anomaly play
Fusion Compiler	Good	Standard banner fallback

Voice acting can make or break a character's personality. Alice currently has two known voice actors. In Chinese, Duoduo brings her to life—the same Duoduo who voices Paimon in Genshin Impact and Bailu in Honkai Star Rail. That is a pretty versatile range. The Korean voice is handled by Park Shi-yoon, known for Nahida in Genshin Impact and Sushang in Honkai Star Rail. It is nice to see familiar talent across HoYoverse titles.

As of 2026, Alice Thymefield remains a fun and stylish option for anomaly-focused teams. Her release might feel like it happened a while ago, but the graceful swordplay and solid kit have kept her relevant in many player discussions. Is she a must-pull? That depends on what kind of account you are running. If you already have strong anomaly agents like Burnice or Yanagi, she can be an excellent addition. If you are still building up your roster, grabbing some extra polychromes and checking your team needs first is a smart move.

With Spook Shack continuing to develop in the story, Alice may get even more chances to shine. For now, she is a charming, deadly, and elegantly designed thiren agent who adds a lot of personality to Zenless Zone Zero.