Wuthering Waves banners rotate fast — every three weeks, a new lineup takes over. Miss the window, and your only option is to wait for a rerun. Whether you're saving Astrites for a specific character or trying to figure out if the current banner is worth pulling on, keeping track of the banner schedule is the first step to managing your resources wisely.
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This guide keeps track of every current and upcoming Wuthering Waves banner, including end dates, pull recommendations, and a full banner history — so you’ll always know what’s live now, who’s coming next, and whether it’s worth spending your pulls.
Current Wuthering Waves Banners
Current Banner Schedule & End Date
Currently in version 3.3, it's the second anniversary update for Wuthering Waves divided into two phases, each lasting approximately three weeks. The first phase (Sun Snow/Morne/Ino) ended on May 21st, and the second phase's gacha pool is currently underway and will end on June 11th.
Once a limited banner ends, the featured characters will no longer be obtainable until their rerun. However, your accumulated pity progress will automatically carry over to the next limited character banner, so you don’t need to worry about losing your pulls.
Current Character Banners
3.3 Phase 1 — Apr 30 ~ May 21, 2026 Ended
Hiyuki (New)
★★★★★
Top Glacio DPS — debut banner
4★: Baizhi · Aalto · Yuanwu
✅ Highly Recommended
Mornye (Rerun)
★★★★★
Universal support — fits any team
4★: Baizhi · Aalto · Yuanwu
✅ Recommended
Iuno (Rerun)
★★★★★
Aero-specific support buffer
4★: Baizhi · Aalto · Yuanwu
⚪ Skip — Aero teams only
3.3 Phase 2 — May 21 ~ Jun 11, 2026 Active Now
Denia (New)
★★★★★
Ranged AoE DPS — debut banner
4★: TBC
⚠️ Recommended — new Fusion core
Chisa (Rerun)
★★★★★
Havoc main DPS
4★: TBC
⚠️ Recommended — Havoc team anchor
Phrolova (Rerun)
★★★★★
Havoc support buffer
4★: TBC
⚪ Skip — Havoc teams only
Current Weapon Banners
Wuthering Waves weapon banners (Absolute Pulsation) run alongside the character banners, with each phase featuring the signature weapons of the current limited characters. Unlike character banners, weapon banners do not use a 50/50 system — the featured 5-star weapon is guaranteed within 80 pulls, making the maximum cost much easier to plan around.
Should You Pull? (Current Banner Recommendations)
Version 3.3 Phase 2 is now live, featuring Denia (new Fusion character), Chisa (Havoc DPS rerun), and Phrolova (Havoc support rerun). Here’s what to prioritize based on your situation:
Limited resources / F2P players:
Denia should be your top priority. She’s the only brand-new character in this phase, and once her banner ends, you’ll have to wait for an unknown rerun date. Chisa and Phrolova are both reruns, so if your resources are tight, it’s safer to skip them for now.
Selective pulling:
If you already have a strong Fusion DPS, Chisa becomes a more valuable option. She’s one of the core damage dealers for Havoc teams and performs best when paired with Phrolova. If you’re planning to build a dedicated Havoc lineup, pulling both together makes sense. Otherwise, going for Denia alone is the safer all-around choice.
Meta-focused / willing to invest heavily:
This phase has strong overall value if you plan to commit resources. Denia paired with her signature weapon Frostburn offers some of the highest Fusion damage potential in the current version, making it one of the best long-term investments for meta players.
Next Wuthering Waves Banners
Wuthering Waves 3.4 Banners (Confirmed)
Wuthering Waves 3.4 banner is expected to launch on June 8, 2026, and will mark Wuthering Waves’ first-ever crossover collaboration — officially partnering with the Netflix anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
This update will introduce three brand-new 5-star Resonators. One important thing to note is that collaboration characters usually do not get reruns, which means Version 3.4 may be the only chance to obtain Lucy. If you’re interested, it’s highly recommended to start saving Astrites in advance.
The exact phase order and Lucy’s final element are still awaiting official confirmation from the Version 3.4 livestream. This guide will be updated as soon as new information is announced.
Upcoming Banners & Predictions (Version 3.5 and Beyond)
The information below is based on community leaks and banner pattern predictions. Everything is subject to change until officially confirmed, so treat this as a reference for long-term resource planning only.
Right now, the most talked-about character is Yangyang SP — the first-ever 5-star upgraded version of an original 4-star character in Wuthering Waves. For long-time players, she carries a lot of nostalgic and symbolic value.
If you’re a Yangyang fan or mainly play Havoc teams, it may be worth saving part of your resources during Version 3.4 instead of spending everything on the collaboration banners.
As for Version 3.6, the information is still extremely early, so it’s not recommended to make major resource-planning decisions based on those leaks yet.
If you’re waiting for a specific rerun banner, Wuthering Waves usually rotates reruns every 3–4 versions, which can help you roughly estimate how long the wait might be.
Full Banner Schedule; History
Below is the complete release history of all new limited 5-star characters introduced throughout the Wuthering Waves 3.x cycle, listed in reverse chronological order and updated regularly. If you’re looking for a specific character’s debut banner, you can simply search their name on this page.
Gacha System ; Planning Guide
After determining the banner information, it's important to understand the Wuthering Waves gacha mechanism, as this allows you to plan your resources more effectively and avoid wasting them.
How the Convene System Works
The gacha system in Wuthering Waves is called Convene. Here are the key mechanics every player should understand:
- The base drop rate for a 5★ Resonator is 0.8%, with a hard pity at 80 pulls—you are guaranteed a 5★ by the 80th pull at the latest.
- Soft pity starts around pull 70, where the 5★ rate gradually increases, reaching 100% at pull 80. In practice, most players get a 5★ between 65–75 pulls.
- 50/50 system: When you pull a 5★, there is a 50% chance it will be the featured (rate-up) character. If you lose the 50/50, your next 5★ is guaranteed to be the featured unit. In the worst case, it takes up to 160 pulls to guarantee a limited character.
- Pity carries over between banners: Your pity count and 50/50 status are shared across all limited character banners and do not reset when banners change.
- Weapon banner rules: Limited weapon banners do not have a 50/50 system. The 5★ you get is always the featured weapon, with pity at 80 pulls—making it more player-friendly than many similar games.
- 4★ guarantee: Every 10 pulls guarantees at least one 4★ character or weapon.
Currency Guide
The currency system in Wuthering Waves may seem complex at first, but there’s one key rule to remember: each type of Tide can only be used for its corresponding banner and cannot be mixed.
In the game, 160 Astrite can be exchanged for 1 Tide. There are three types of Tides, each with its own purpose: Radiant Tide is used for limited character banners, Forging Tide is used for limited weapon banners, and Lustrous Tide is used for standard and beginner banners.
A common beginner mistake is converting Astrite into Lustrous Tide for the standard banner. Since Radiant Tide is used for limited characters and offers much higher value, you should almost always prioritize converting Astrite into Radiant Tide instead.
If you’re aiming to pull your desired characters during the 3.3 anniversary, your Astrite savings will directly determine your chances. If your free resources aren’t enough, topping up Lunite to convert into Astrite can be the most efficient way to fill the gap.
Conclusion
Phase 2 of Version 3.3 officially begins today, leaving players just three weeks to make their decisions. As the only new character this phase, Denia’s rerun remains completely unknown — and if you already own Aemeath, this is almost certainly a banner you shouldn’t skip. Chisa and Phrolova, meanwhile, are more situational picks for players heavily invested in Havoc teams.
Things get even more complicated in Version 3.4. Lucy, as a collaboration character, is highly unlikely to ever rerun, meaning missing her could mean missing her forever. Lucilla, on the other hand, is the final missing piece for Hiyuki teams. Both banners point to the same conclusion: from this point forward, every Astrite should be spent with a clear purpose.
Wuthering Waves moves fast — rapid banner cycles and constant character releases are the norm. In the long run, success isn’t about going all-in on a single patch, but about making the smartest choices for your own account every version.
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FAQ
How does the pity system work in Wuthering Waves?
Wuthering Waves guarantees a 5★ within 80 pulls (hard pity), with rates increasing from pull 70 onward (soft pity). There's a 50/50 chance the 5★ is the featured character — lose it, and your next 5★ is guaranteed to be featured. Worst case: 160 pulls per limited character.
Does pity carry over between banners?
Yes. Both your pity count and 50/50 status carry over across all limited character banners automatically. However, weapon banners have a separate pity counter — progress there does not transfer to character banners, and vice versa.
What's the difference between character banners and weapon banners?
Character banners use a 50/50 system with hard pity at 80 pulls. Weapon banners skip the 50/50 — the featured 5★ weapon is always guaranteed within 80 pulls. Pity counters are separate and do not carry over between the two banner types.
What's the difference between Astrite, Lunite, and the different Tides?
Lunite is the paid currency, exchangeable for Astrite at 1:1. Astrite is the core in-game currency — 160 Astrite converts to 1 Tide. Radiant Tide is for limited character banners, Forging Tide for weapon banners, and Lustrous Tide for the standard banner.
Is it worth pulling for both a character and their signature weapon at the same time?
Only if you have plenty of resources saved. The recommended order is: character first, then key rerun teammates, then weapon. Signature weapons improve performance but are rarely a must-pull — securing the character should always be the priority.
How are collab characters different from regular limited characters?
Collab characters are typically tied to a licensing agreement, which means they are very unlikely to get reruns. Missing them often means missing them permanently. Regular limited characters will eventually return in future rerun banners.
How long does it usually take for a limited character to get a rerun?
Generally 3 to 4 versions, which translates to roughly 3 to 4 months. However, there's no fixed schedule — popular characters may return sooner, while others can take longer. It's always safer to pull during a character's debut banner.
What should new players focus on first?
Start with Rover — a free T1 character available from the beginning. Then prioritize pulling a healer like Verina from the standard banner. Only spend limited pulls on characters that fit your playstyle once you have a stable core team.
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