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Wuthering Waves Character Builds

Character builds list

Brant

Brant

Builds and Recommendations

Fusion DPS Build

Best Weapon
Unflickering ValorUnflickering Valor
Alternative Weapons
Red SpringRed Spring
Blazing BrillianceBlazing Brilliance
Emerald of GenesisEmerald of Genesis
Notes

Set: Tidebreaking Courage 5-piece which provides attribute DMG bonus if you reach 250% Energy Regen. This is easily achievable with Unflickering Valor but challenging with other weapons. Focus on main and substats that provide Energy Regen, Crit Ratio, and Basic Attack DMG%. Balance Crit Rate and aim for high Energy Regen for optimal scaling.

Calcharo

Calcharo

Builds and Recommendations

Electro DPS Build

Best Weapon
Verdant SummitVerdant Summit
Alternative Weapons
Lustrous RazorLustrous Razor
AutumntraceAutumntrace
Helios CleaverHelios Cleaver
Notes

Verdant Summit is best-in-slot, providing CRIT DMG and overall damage boost.
Lustrous Razor boosts Energy Regen and Resonance Liberation DMG.
Fallback weapons with CRIT or ATK% also viable.

Camellya

Camellya

Builds and Recommendations

Havoc Main DPS Build

Best Weapon
Red SpringRed Spring
Alternative Weapons
Emerald of GenesisEmerald of Genesis
Somnoire AnchorSomnoire Anchor
Blazing BrillianceBlazing Brilliance
Notes

Use Red Spring to maximize stacking Basic Attack DMG and boost upon Concerto Energy consumption, fitting Camellya's playstyle. Emerald of Genesis and Somnoire Anchor are solid alternatives focusing on Energy Regen and ATK buffs, respectively.

Cantarella

Cantarella

Builds and Recommendations

Havoc Sub-DPS Build

Best Weapon
Whispers of SirensWhispers of Sirens
Alternative Weapons
Rime-Draped SproutsRime-Draped Sprouts
StringmasterStringmaster
Cosmic RipplesCosmic Ripples
Notes

Optimized for Havoc damage teams using Midnight Veil set with Lorelei main echo for max Havoc DMG bonus and Basic Attack DMG bonus.

Coordinated ATK Sub-DPS Build

Best Weapon
Whispers of SirensWhispers of Sirens
Alternative Weapons
Rime-Draped SproutsRime-Draped Sprouts
StringmasterStringmaster
Cosmic RipplesCosmic Ripples
Notes

Optimized for teams relying on Coordinated Attacks, using Empyrean Anthem set with Hecate main echo. Requires ~70% Crit Rate to proc effects reliably; Moonlit Clouds can be an alternative set if Crit Rate is insufficient.

Carlotta

Carlotta

Builds and Recommendations

Glacio Main DPS Build

Best Weapon
The Last DanceThe Last Dance
Alternative Weapons
Static MistStatic Mist
ThunderboltThunderbolt
Undying FlameUndying Flame
Notes

Use The Last Dance for best DPS. Static Mist is a strong 5-star alternative for ATK% and Energy Regen. Thunderbolt and Undying Flame are strong 4-star weapons that boost Resonance Skill DMG. Aim for Frosty Resolve 5-piece sonata effect for best synergy. Tuning substats for Energy Regen can be necessary if not paired with Shorekeeper and Zhezhi.

Cartethyia

Cartethyia

Builds and Recommendations

With Ciaccona - Balanced Crit & HP

Best Weapon
Defier's ThornDefier's Thorn
Alternative Weapons
Red SpringRed Spring
Blazing BrillianceBlazing Brilliance
Unflickering ValorUnflickering Valor
Notes

Focus on a 4-4-1-1-1 cost pattern echo configuration with balanced Crit Rate and Crit DMG. Energy Regen aimed between 115% to 120% to have consistent Resonance Liberation uptime. No need for extra Aero DMG bonus as it is provided by Ciaccona and sonata effects.

Without Ciaccona - Aero DMG on 3-cost

Best Weapon
Defier's ThornDefier's Thorn
Alternative Weapons
Red SpringRed Spring
Blazing BrillianceBlazing Brilliance
Unflickering ValorUnflickering Valor
Notes

Use a 4-3-1-1-1 cost pattern echo configuration. The 3-cost echo main stat should be Aero DMG Bonus to compensate for the lack of Ciaccona. Requires good substat tuning to maintain crit ratio and maximize HP scaling.

Changli

Changli

Builds and Recommendations

Fusion DMG Build

Best Weapon
Blazing BrillianceBlazing Brilliance
Alternative Weapons
Emerald of GenesisEmerald of Genesis
Red SpringRed Spring
Commando of ConvictionCommando of Conviction
Notes

Prioritize Blazing Brilliance for best synergy with Changli's kit. If unavailable, use Emerald of Genesis for energy regeneration. Commando of Conviction is best F2P option.

Ciaccona

Ciaccona

Builds and Recommendations

Aero Erosion Sub-DPS Build

Best Weapon
Woodland AriaWoodland Aria
Alternative Weapons
Static MistStatic Mist
The Last DanceThe Last Dance
Romance in FarewellRomance in Farewell
Notes

Optimal build for sub-DPS role using Gusts of Welkin 5-piece set; balances CRIT and Aero DMG to maximize on-field and off-field damage.

Spectro Frazzle Applicator Build

Best Weapon
Static MistStatic Mist
Alternative Weapons
The Last DanceThe Last Dance
Romance in FarewellRomance in Farewell
Notes

Uses 5-piece Moonlit Clouds set to buff next Resonator and enhance energy regen; still builds Aero DMG for notable self-damage and effective Spectro Frazzle application.

Encore

Encore

Builds and Recommendations

Fusion DPS Build

Best Weapon
StringmasterStringmaster
Alternative Weapons
Rime-Draped SproutsRime-Draped Sprouts
Cosmic RipplesCosmic Ripples
AugmentAugment
Notes

Stringmaster is best in slot as it increases DMG Bonus by 12% and ATK by an additional 12% after Resonance Skill, stacking up to 2 times. Cosmic Ripples is a solid alternate if Stringmaster isn't available.

Jianxin

Jianxin

Builds and Recommendations

Crowd Control Sub-DPS

Best Weapon
Abyss SurgesAbyss Surges
Alternative Weapons
MarcatoMarcato
Gauntlets#21DGauntlets#21D
StonardStonard
Notes

Focus on upgrading Forte Circuit first for healing and shielding, then Resonance Liberation for damage and grouping enemies. Use 5-piece Moonlit Clouds set for energy regen and support. Upgrade Normal Attack after main skills. Use Impermanence Heron as the main Echo for energy regeneration and damage buff to next character.

Jinhsi

Jinhsi

Builds and Recommendations

Burst DPS Build

Best Weapon
Ages of HarvestAges of Harvest
Alternative Weapons
Lustrous RazorLustrous Razor
AutumntraceAutumntrace
Helios CleaverHelios Cleaver
Notes

Best Weapon is Ages of Harvest which boosts Resonance Skill damage significantly. Alternative weapons include Lustrous Razor, Autumntrace, and Helios Cleaver. Main Echo should be Jué for Resonance Skill DMG boost. Focus on Spectro DMG with Celestial Light 5-piece set. Prioritize upgrading Forte Circuit and Resonance Skill for damage.

Jiyan

Jiyan

Builds and Recommendations

Liberation DPS Build

Best Weapon
Verdant SummitVerdant Summit
Alternative Weapons
Ages of HarvestAges of Harvest
Lustrous RazorLustrous Razor
AutumntraceAutumntrace
Notes

Uses Verdant Summit for CRIT DMG and Heavy Attack DMG Bonus. Alternative weapons also boost various aspects such as Energy Regen and Resonance Skill DMG. Focus on boosting Heavy Attack damage and Aero DMG.

Lingyang

Lingyang

Builds and Recommendations

Glacio DPS Build

Best Weapon
Abyss SurgesAbyss Surges
Alternative Weapons
Hollow MirageHollow Mirage
StonardStonard
MarcatoMarcato
Notes

Abyss Surges is best due to synergy with constant Resonance Skill and Basic Attack switching. Alternatives either boost Resonance Skill or overall damage output.

Phoebe

Phoebe

Builds and Recommendations

Spectro Frazzle Sub-DPS Build

Best Weapon
Luminous HymnLuminous Hymn
Alternative Weapons
StringmasterStringmaster
Cosmic RipplesCosmic Ripples
AugmentAugment
Notes

Use Eternal Radiance 5-piece for best output. Achieve 125% to 130% Energy Regen from substats to maintain DPS stats. Requires Liberation skill use in rotation.

Spectro Frazzle DPS Build

Best Weapon
Luminous HymnLuminous Hymn
Alternative Weapons
StringmasterStringmaster
Cosmic RipplesCosmic Ripples
AugmentAugment
Notes

Also uses Eternal Radiance 5-piece set. Focus on Heavy Attack DMG substats and Energy Regen for Resonance Liberation access, Phoebe's main damage source applying Spectro Frazzle.

Roccia

Roccia

Builds and Recommendations

Havoc Sub-DPS Build

Best Weapon
TragicomedyTragicomedy
Alternative Weapons
Verity's HandleVerity's Handle
Blazing JusticeBlazing Justice
Abyss SurgesAbyss Surges
Notes

Tragicomedy is the signature and best weapon to maximize Roccia's damage. Abyss Surges is a great 5-star alternative for Energy Regen. Verity's Handle helps alleviate Crit Rate requirements but is sub-optimal otherwise.

Rover: Aero

Rover: Aero

Builds and Recommendations

Aero Sub-DPS Build

Best Weapon
Bloodpact's PledgeBloodpact's Pledge
Alternative Weapons
Blazing BrillianceBlazing Brilliance
Emerald of GenesisEmerald of Genesis
Fables of WisdomFables of Wisdom
Notes

Focuses on dealing damage through quick internal kit rotations and Aero Erosion.
Uses 5-piece Windward Pilgrimage echo set to maximize Aero Erosion and damage.
Main Echo: Reminiscence: Fleurdelys.

Aero Support Healer Build

Best Weapon
Bloodpact's PledgeBloodpact's Pledge
Alternative Weapons
Blazing BrillianceBlazing Brilliance
Emerald of GenesisEmerald of Genesis
Fables of WisdomFables of Wisdom
Notes

Focuses on healing capabilities with quick-swap rotations using Cloudburst Dance and Omega Storm for fast healing.
Uses 5-piece Rejuvenating Glow echo set to enhance healing and support.
Main Echo: Fallacy of No Return.

Rover: Havoc

Rover: Havoc

Builds and Recommendations

Burst DPS Build

Best Weapon
Emerald of GenesisEmerald of Genesis
Alternative Weapons
Commando of ConvictionCommando of Conviction
LuminglossLumingloss
Lunar CutterLunar Cutter
Notes

Focus on maximizing burst damage through upgrading Forte Circuit and Resonance Liberation. Use enhanced basic attacks during Dark Surge for best performance. Equip Dreamless echo for best synergy with burst skills. Emerald of Genesis is preferred for CRIT Rate and ATK buffs.

Rover: Spectro

Rover: Spectro

Builds and Recommendations

Sub-DPS Build

Best Weapon
Emerald of GenesisEmerald of Genesis
Alternative Weapons
Blazing BrillianceBlazing Brilliance
OvertureOverture
Endless CollapseEndless Collapse
Notes

Emerald of Genesis is best for extra Energy Regen for better Resonance Liberation uptime. Blazing Brilliance is a premium damage-oriented option for certain teams. Overture and Endless Collapse are good 4-star options for Energy Regen and ATK buffs.

Shorekeeper

Shorekeeper

Builds and Recommendations

Healer-Support Build

Best Weapon
Stellar SymphonyStellar Symphony
Alternative Weapons
VariationVariation
Comet FlareComet Flare
Call of the AbyssCall of the Abyss
Notes

This build maximizes Shorekeeper's healing and buffs with focus on HP% and Energy Regen. Aim for 250% Energy Regen to maximize Crit Rate and Crit DMG buffs from Stellarealm. Stellar Symphony significantly aids in reaching this ER threshold.

About Wuthering Waves Character Builds

Character builds in Wuthering Waves optimize performance through carefully selected weapons, echoes, and gear sets. The right build significantly enhances a character's combat capabilities and helps them excel in their intended role.

Each build focuses on maximizing key stats and attributes that complement the character's abilities and playstyle. Understanding stat priorities and synergies is essential for creating effective builds tailored to different content challenges.

Our character builds guide provides detailed recommendations, alternative options, and stat prioritization to help you optimize your favorite characters regardless of your account progression or available resources.