Zinman is a “Marksman” hero in Whiteout Survival. He belongs to the “Growth” sub-class because two of his expedition skills are growth-driven.
Unlockable through: Lucky Wheel, Hall of Heroes, Arena Shop, Foundry Shop, Daily Deals
Appearance
Zinman appears rugged and ready for action. He’s clad in a brown outfit with white fluffy edges, giving him a tough yet approachable look.
In his hands, he carries a nail gun, large and crafted from wood and metal, which is hooked up to a cylinder on his back.
This setup suggests he’s prepared for some serious construction or combat. His belt is equipped with handy pouches, and his boots look like they can handle any terrain.
Star Levels
| Star Level | Tier 1 | Tier 2 | Tier 3 | Tier 4 | Tier 5 | Tier 6 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 20 |
| 2 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 15 | 40 |
| 3 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 40 | 115 |
| 4 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 100 | 300 |
| 5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 600 |
| Total | – | – | – | – | – | – | 1075 |
Exploration
Hero Attack: 2,697
Hero Defense: 2,220
Hero Health: 16,650

Nail Scatter
Zinman covers the target in a stream of nails, each dealing Attack * 75% damage and a 2-second stun.
Upgrade Preview:
Damage Up: 55% / 60% / 65% / 70% / 75%

Quick Defense
Zinman works well under pressure, fortifying his position under 50% Health with a +150% boost to his Defense.
Upgrade Preview:
Defense Up: 50% / 75% / 100% / 125% / 150%

Robust
Zinman’s energetic poise provides a +30% Attack Speed boost.
Upgrade Preview:
Attack Speed Up: 10% / 15% / 20% / 25% / 30%
Expedition
Marksman Attack: +200.16%
Marksman Defense: +200.16%

Implacable
Zinman the master builder understands what is required of a strong defensive line, increasing all troops’ Defense by 10% and Health by 10%.
Upgrade Preview:
Defense Up: 2% / 4% / 6% / 8% / 10%
Health Up: 2% / 4% / 6% / 8% / 10%

Bastionist
Zinman’s skillful control of the construction workflow reduces basic resource consumption (Meat, Wood, Coal, Iron) by 15% and increases Building Upgrade speed by 15%.
Upgrade Preview:
Construction Cost Down: 3% / 6% / 9% / 12% / 15%
Construction Speed Up: 3% / 6% / 9% / 12% / 15%

Positional Batter
Zinman masterfully manipulates the battlefield, increasing damage dealt by 25% for all troops.
Upgrade Preview:
Damage Up: 5% / 10% / 15% / 20% / 25%
Nail Gun – Exclusive Gear
| Attack | Defense | Health | Marksman Lethality | Marksman Health |
| 546 | 450 | 3,375 | +50% | +50% |
| Skill Name | Description | Upgrade Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Overclocked Nail Gun | Zinman’s Nail Gun enters Overcharged Mode, increasing his Attack by 24%. | Attack Up: 8% / 12% / 16% / 20% / 24% |
| Defend to Attack | Zinman builds Archer Towers, increasing Defender Troops’ Attack by 15%. | Construction Cost Down: 5% / 7.5% / 10% / 12.5% / 15% |
Notes
- Zinman is a must-have hero because of the boost he provides to the upgrade speed of buildings and reduces construction cost.
- Zinman’s “Bastionist” skill doesn’t reduce the Fire Crystals required for an upgrade.
- It is sufficient to upgrade Zinman to star level 4. This allows you to maximize his construction perk skills.
- Zinman can work great in Arena until Generation 3. It is recommended to place him in the last row of your exploration lineup.
