Hiyuki Build Guide: Best Weapons, Echoes, Teams | Wuthering Waves

Version 3.3 is coming, and if you've been saving Astrite for months, you already know why.

Hiyuki, the white-haired miko swordswoman, is the 2nd Anniversary headliner for Wuthering Waves and the first premium Glacio main DPS since Carlotta dropped over a year ago. If you're pulling for her, this guide has everything you need to get her battle-ready from day one, including optimal Echoes, team comps, farming ma,terials and Resonance Chains.

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Heads up: We'll keep updating it as new info surfaces, but please note that skill names, values, and mechanics are subject to change before the official release.

Hiyuki Character Overview

	Attribute	Details
	Rarity	5-Star
	Element	Glacio (Ice)
	Weapon	Sword
	Role	Main DPS (Burst-oriented)
	Affiliation	Special Response Force, Miko
	Signature Weapon	Frostburn
	Core Mechanic	Glacio Chafe / Glacio Bite / Dual-Form (Present Self & Foreclaimed Self)
	Banner	Version 3.3 Phase 1 (estimated April 29~30, 2026)
	Pity	80 pulls (up to 160 if losing 50/50)

Hiyuki is the dedicated carry that Glacio teams have been waiting for, with burst damage, team amplification, and a unique reaction system that rewards precise execution.

Her core mechanic applies Glacio Chafe stacks to enemies, which teammates can convert into Glacio Bite. When Bite stacks reach 10, Hiyuki detonates them with Frostblind for massive damage.

On top of that, she provides a team-wide 20% damage buff, amplifies all team Glacio DMG by 20% against debuffed targets, and her Resonance Liberation features a time-stop finisher that ranks among the most visually impressive moves in the game.

Her S0 performance is strong thanks to anniversary-level tuning: her Present Self Resonance Liberation costs no Concerto Energy, and beta data shows her damage output is competitive without duplicates.

Hiyuki Strengths & Weaknesses

Hiyuki Best Builds (Quick Reference)

Here's the quick reference. Detailed analysis for every pick follows in the sections below👇.

Main DPS Build (Recommended)

Hiyuki Talent Priority

Hiyuki Kit Breakdown

Normal Attack: Present Self

• Press Normal Attack consecutively to perform up to 3 consecutive attacks, dealing Glacio DMG. Stage 3 applies 1 stack of Glacio Chafe on hit. Heavy Attack (Present Self): Hold Normal Attack to fire 3 arrows one by one at the cost of STA, dealing Glacio DMG. Hiyuki is immune to interruptions during this sequence. When the last arrow fires, 300 Dedication is consumed and Foreclaiming: Inward Vision becomes available.

Normal Attack: Foreclaimed Self

• Performs up to 5 consecutive attacks, all dealing Glacio DMG and considered Resonance Liberation DMG. Stages 3, 4, and 5 each apply 1 stack of Glacio Chafe.
• Heavy Attack (Foreclaimed Self): Hold Normal Attack to enter Hold Breath, continuously consuming STA. On release, casts Heavy Attack dealing Glacio DMG. If Hiyuki is attacked during this window, that instance of damage is reduced by 100% and nearby targets are Stagnated.

Resonance Skill

• Two variants that share a cooldown:

  • Frostblight: Jade Cleave (Ground): Pulls nearby targets in and deals Glacio DMG.
  • Frostblight: Petalfall (Mid-Air): Pulls nearby targets and deals Glacio DMG from above.

  Both versions grant 100% damage reduction if attacked during the animation. Casting either activates "Like Reeds on Tides": increases all nearby Resonators' damage by 20% for 30 seconds.

Resonance Liberation: Iai Stance

• Hiyuki enters Iai Stance, consuming 100 Frostheart per Iai slash to deal powerful Glacio DMG. When targets have 2+ stacks of Glacio Bite, the damage counts as Resonance Liberation DMG. Key advantage: Her Present Self Resonance Liberation costs no Concerto Energy, giving exceptional rotation flexibility compared to other main DPS characters.

Forte Circuit: Dedication & Snowforged Blade

• Dedication (Max 300 points): In Present Self, Basic Attack Stage 3 restores 100 Dedication. At max Dedication, holding Normal Attack triggers the transition to Foreclaimed Self.
• Snowforged Blade: Accumulated through combat (Bitterfrost casts grant 1 stack). Each stack increases the final slash damage, giving players strategic control over burst timing.
• Glacio Bite Mechanic: Glacio Chafe applied by teammates converts to Glacio Bite. At 10+ stacks, certain skills consume them to trigger Frostblind, a powerful detonation effect.

Inherent Skills

• Light Snow: Gains combat bonuses when teammates apply Frostbite, Void Effect, or Resonance Shift. Intro Skill: Deals Glacio DMG and inflicts 1 stack of Glacio Chafe on hit. Outro Skill: Removes the "Snowfall" effect and grants Glacio DMG Bonus to the incoming Resonator.

Note: Some beta sources reference additional mechanics in the Intro Skill description, but these have not been consistently confirmed.

Best Weapons for Hiyuki

Hiyuki Weapon Rankings

Hiyuki is a Resonance Liberation-focused DPS whose damage scales heavily with Crit stats and Glacio DMG amplification. Weapons with Crit Rate, Crit DMG, or Glacio-specific passives outperform generic ATK stat sticks. Her signature weapon Frostburn is specifically designed to amplify every part of her kit.

Rank	Weapon	Rating & Why It Works
Best	Frostburn	★★★★★ - Signature Signature weapon. Base ATK 588, Crit Rate +24.3%. ATK +12%. Applying Glacio Chafe amplifies Glacio DMG by 28% and Resonance Liberation DMG ignores 10% of target's DEF for 20s. While active on field, Glacio Chafe DMG from all nearby targets is amplified by 20% for 6s. The complete package: buffs personal damage, amplifies team Glacio Chafe damage, and provides DEF penetration on her highest-scaling attacks.
2nd	Red Spring	★★★★★ - Alternative Double-crit stat stick with strong passive. If you already own this from previous banners, it is a competitive alternative that avoids the additional 80-pull weapon banner investment. The raw Crit value keeps Hiyuki's personal damage high, even without Frostburn's Glacio-specific amplification.
3rd	Emerald of Genesis	★★★★★ - Standard Standard banner 5-star sword. Accessible for players who pull it without spending on the weapon banner. Solid Crit stats with a generic but usable passive. Worse than Red Spring for Hiyuki specifically, but "free" for lucky standard pullers.
4th	Feather Edge	★★★★☆ - Budget Best 4-star option. Battle Pass sword with Crit stats. For players who cannot invest in limited 5-star weapons, this is the strongest budget choice with a reasonable cost (Battle Pass purchase). Performs surprisingly well given the Crit Rate ascension it provides.

Frostburn is the clear best-in-slot, but the gap between Frostburn and Red Spring is smaller than the gap between S0 and S2 Hiyuki. If you must choose between pulling for the weapon or pulling for constellations, prioritize S2 first (see Resonance Chain section below).

Best Echoes for Hiyuki

Hiyuki Echo Rankings

Rank	Echo Set	Set Bonuses & Rating
Best	Wishes of Quiet Snowfall x5	★★★★★ - Best-in-Slot (3.3) 2-PC: Glacio DMG +10%. 5-PC: Applying Glacio Chafe grants Glacio DMG +10% for 15s and "Snowfall" effect (triggers once every 25s). While under Snowfall: dealing Resonance Liberation DMG removes Snowfall and increases Crit Rate by 25% for 30s. Casting Outro Skill removes Snowfall and increases the incoming Resonator's Glacio DMG by 25% for 15s.
2nd	Freezing Frost x5	★★★★☆ - Transitional Standard Glacio set with consistent Glacio DMG bonuses. Easier to farm before 3.3 launches. Use as a transitional set while grinding the new domain.

Wishes of Quiet Snowfall is tailor-made for Hiyuki. It rewards her exact gameplay loop: apply Glacio Chafe (triggers set buff), deal Resonance Liberation DMG (nearly all Foreclaimed Self attacks qualify), and swap out via Outro Skill (passes Glacio DMG to the next character). Every part of this set aligns with her kit.

Hiyuki Echo Main Stats & Sub-Stats

Echo Slot	Icon	Recommended Main Stat
⬢ Cost 4 (Main Echo)		Crit DMG (strongly recommended over Crit Rate to avoid overcapping)
▲ Cost 3		Glacio DMG Bonus or ATK%
▲ Cost 3		Glacio DMG Bonus or ATK%
● Cost 1		ATK%
● Cost 1		ATK%

Sub-Stat Priority: ER ~125% > Crit DMG > Crit Rate > ATK% > Resonance Liberation DMG Bonus

Why Crit DMG on Cost 4? At S0 with Frostburn (S1), Hiyuki already reaches approximately 62.3% Crit Rate before any Echo sub-stats. The Wishes of Quiet Snowfall 5-piece adds another 25% Crit Rate when active, pushing her well over 87% without any sub-stat Crit Rate investment. A Crit Rate main stat on Cost 4 would waste a massive amount of stats through overcapping. Crit DMG is the correct choice in almost every scenario.

Main Echo Selection

Use the new 3.3 Glacio Nightmare Echo as your Cost 4 main Echo. Its Echo skill summons an Aleph construct dealing 5 hits of 21.88% + 1 hit of 164.16% Glacio DMG, and when equipped as the main Echo, grants Glacio DMG Bonus +12% and Resonance Liberation DMG Bonus +12% passively. Cooldown: 20 seconds.

Hiyuki Resonance Chain (Constellations)

Hiyuki's Resonance Chain progressively transforms her from a strong burst DPS into an overwhelming damage powerhouse. Here's a full breakdown with pull recommendations.

Resonance Chain Pull Advice

• ✦ S0: Fully functional All core DPS mechanics (dual-form, Glacio Chafe/Bite, team buff, no-energy Liberation) work at base. Beta data confirms competitive damage at S0 thanks to anniversary-level tuning.
• ✦ S2: Recommended stopping point The 140% Iai multiplier increase and out-of-combat Frostheart recovery transform her overworld gameplay from "build up resources before each fight" to "iaido slash continuously." This is the smoothest, most satisfying version of Hiyuki to play. Community consensus: S2 + Weapon > S0 + Weapon.
• ✦ S3: Team Flexibility Worth considering if you want maximum team flexibility. The change from "Hiyuki applies Glacio Chafe" to "any Resonator applies Glacio Chafe" for Bite triggers dramatically opens up team building options.
• ✦ S6: Full power +40% Crit DMG, boosted multipliers across the board, and out-of-combat Snowforged Blade recovery. For players who want to see the biggest numbers possible.

Investment conclusion: S0 + Weapon is the competitive baseline. If you have the budget, S2 + Weapon is the optimal investment target. Pull priority: S2 > Frostburn > S3.

Best Hiyuki Team Comps

Hiyuki's core team-building formula: Hiyuki + status-applying Sub-DPS + Support/Healer. Her Inherent Skill "Light Snow" triggers bonus effects when teammates apply Frostbite, Void Effect, or Resonance Shift, so teammates who provide these effects are prioritized.

Team 1: Hiyuki + Lynae + Chisa (Best Available)

Position	Character	Role & Tactical Function
Main DPS	Hiyuki	Core Glacio DMG dealer, Glacio Chafe applicator, and provides a 20% team DMG buff via "Like Reeds on Tides."
Sub-DPS	Lynae	Massive buff provider. Applies Frostbite and status effects that trigger Hiyuki's Inherent Skill: Light Snow for bonus combat effects.
Support	Chisa	"Thread of Bane" mechanic buffs teams applying negative statuses. Provides healing, defense shredding, and all-attribute damage amplification.

This is Hiyuki's strongest currently available team. Chisa is a Havoc Resonator, but her "Thread of Bane" passive specifically buffs teammates who apply negative statuses, making her the ideal support for Glacio Chafe despite the element mismatch. Lynae provides the status effects that trigger Hiyuki's Light Snow inherent skill, maximizing her DPS output.

Without Chisa, reaching 10 Glacio Chafe stacks requires a longer on-field rotation, directly capping Hiyuki's DPS ceiling. Chisa is not just "nice to have," she is a critical enabler.

Alternative: If rotations feel too long, swap Chisa for Shorekeeper for more straightforward healing and energy support.

Team 2: Hiyuki + Lynae + Mornye (Quick-Swap)

Position	Character	Role & Tactical Function
Main DPS	Hiyuki	Burst DPS and core Glacio Chafe applicator for the team.
Sub-DPS	Lynae	Provides coordinated off-field damage and serves as a primary buff provider for the main carry.
Support	Mornye	Universal buffer who synergizes with Resonance Liberation-focused characters through the Resonance Shift mechanic.

The Lynae + Mornye pairing is a proven universal support duo that can buff almost any main DPS. While Hiyuki is not directly tied to the Resonance Shift system, she benefits heavily as a Resonance Liberation-weighted DPS. This team trades Chisa's Glacio Chafe synergy for broader flexibility and easier rotations.

Team 3: Budget / F2P Team

Position	Character	Role & Tactical Function
Main DPS	Hiyuki	Core Glacio damage dealer focusing on high-frequency burst windows.
Sub-DPS Utility	Jianxin / Yangyang / Sanhua	Jianxin: Resonance Liberation DMG boost.  Yangyang: Energy regeneration for smooth rotations.  Sanhua: Fast concerto generation for quick-swap flexibility.
Healer	Verina / Baizhi	Verina: Standard BiS healer with team-wide ATK buffs.  Baizhi: Consistent F2P healing for sustained survivability.

For new players or free-to-play accounts that cannot build full 5-star teams. Standard and 4-star characters fill the support slots adequately. Hiyuki's personal damage is strong enough to carry even with budget supports.

Team 4: Future Ceiling Team: Hiyuki + Lucilla + Chisa (Version 3.4+)

Position	Character	Role & Tactical Function
Main DPS	Hiyuki	Core Glacio carry responsible for the team's primary damage output.
Sub-DPS	Lucilla	Dedicated Glacio Sub-DPS. Completes the same-element energy cycle, maximizes Glacio Chafe uptime, and inherits Hiyuki's Outro buff.
Support	Chisa	Utilizes the "Thread of Bane" mechanic to provide healing and critical defense shred for the team.

This is the theoretical highest-ceiling Glacio team. Lucilla is expected in Version 3.4 and is designed as Hiyuki's dedicated Sub-DPS partner. With two Glacio characters generating Chafe, the Glacio Bite detonation system (Frostblind) triggers far more frequently. Same-element energy cycling also means smoother rotations with less ER requirement.

If you are pulling Hiyuki with the intent to build the complete Glacio Condensation team, budget Astrite for Lucilla in 3.4 when planning your spending now.

Notable Synergies

• Shorekeeper: Universal healer/support who can slot into any Hiyuki team when Chisa is unavailable. Provides consistent healing and energy support without any anti-synergy.
• Carlotta: While both are Glacio DPS, they can coexist in certain team setups. Carlotta's off-field Glacio application can contribute to Hiyuki's Glacio Bite stacking, especially at S3 where any team member's Chafe triggers Bite DMG.

Hiyuki Materials

Version 3.3 is approaching. Farm what you can now to get Hiyuki leveled as quickly as possible on release day.

Hiyuki Total Materials (Level 0 → 90 + Max Forte)

Material	Total Needed	Source
LF Exoswarm Core	29	Enemy drop (Exoswarm creatures: Flora Reindeer, Glommoth, Ironhoof, Kronablight, Mining Reindeer, Sabercat Prowler, Flora Drone, Mining Drone)
MF Exoswarm Core	40	Enemy drop (same Exoswarm enemies, higher level) / Forgery Challenge minor drop / Oscillate Coral exchange (27 each)
HF Exoswarm Core	52	Enemy drop (Exoswarm enemies) / Synthesis from lower tier
FF Exoswarm Core	61	Enemy drop (Exoswarm enemies) / Synthesis from lower tier / Material Supply chests
Our Choice	46	Boss: Nameless Explorer (SkyArk Space Station: Starblind Crash Site, Roya Frostlands)
We Who Question	26	Weekly Boss (New in 3.3) — Cannot be farmed until 3.3 releases
Edelschnee	60	Collectible in Roya Frostlands (around Mt. Gjallar area, 53 total spawn points) / Buy at N.A.N.A. (Startorch Academy Square, 3,000 Shell Credits each, max 15/week)
Broken Wing Polarizer	25	Forgery Challenge
Monowing Polarizer	28	Forgery Challenge
Polywing Polarizer	55	Forgery Challenge
Layered Wing Polarizer	67	Forgery Challenge
Premium Resonance Potion	122	Synthesis / Enemy drops
Shell Credit	3,053,300	General currency

Frostburn (Signature Weapon) Materials (Level 0 → 90)

Material	Total Needed	Source
Fractured Exoswarm Pendant	6	Enemy drop (Roya Outcasts) / Forgery Challenge minor drop / Oscillate Coral exchange (15 each)
Worn Exoswarm Pendant	6	Enemy drop (Outcast Executioner, Thundstaff Outcast) / Forgery Challenge minor drop / Oscillate Coral exchange (27 each)
Chipped Exoswarm Pendant	10	Enemy drop (Roya Outcasts) / Synthesis from lower tier
Intact Exoswarm Pendant	12	Enemy drop (Roya Outcasts) / Synthesis from lower tier / Material Supply chests
Broken Wing Polarizer	6	Forgery Challenge
Monowing Polarizer	8	Forgery Challenge
Polywing Polarizer	6	Forgery Challenge
Layered Wing Polarizer	20	Forgery Challenge
Shell Credit	330,000	General currency

Pre-Farm Schedule

Version 3.3 Key Information (Hiyuki-Related)

Update Schedule

Version 3.3 is Wuthering Waves' 2nd Anniversary update, expected to launch around April 29~30, 2026. The Version 3.3 Preview Special Broadcast is estimated around April 19~24. Hiyuki headlines Phase 1 alongside anniversary events, login rewards, and a large-scale rerun banner.

Anniversary Bonus

Based on the 1st anniversary precedent (Version 2.3), players can expect 30~40 free pulls from anniversary login events, web events, and in-game rewards. The initial top-up bonus is also expected to reset for the anniversary, giving double Lunites on first purchase of each tier.

Banner Schedule (Predicted)

• Phase 1: Hiyuki (new) + potential reruns. Players can preview Hiyuki early through the "The Flaming Red in Memory" event on April 16.
• Phase 2: Denia (new Fusion Rectifier) + potential reruns. Top rerun candidates include Carlotta, Cartethyia, Augusta, Iuno, Zani, Aemeath, and Mornye.

New Echo Domain

Version 3.3 introduces the Wishes of Quiet Snowfall and Reel of Spliced Memories Echo sets. The new domain will be available immediately upon update. Farm Wishes of Quiet Snowfall for Hiyuki, and Reel of Spliced Memories for sub-DPS characters like Lucilla and Lynae.

Should You Pull for Hiyuki?

Astrite Budget

With the estimated 30~40 free pulls from anniversary rewards and events, the actual cost drops significantly. Players who have saved throughout Version 3.2 should be in a strong position.

Conclusion

Hiyuki is not a plug-and-play character, but within the burst DPS niche, she delivers one of the highest damage ceilings in WuWa with a visually spectacular dual-form combat system.

If you're invested in the Glacio ecosystem, she is a top-priority pull. Recommended investment: S0 + Frostburn as the baseline, S2 + Frostburn as the optimal stopping point. Lucilla in 3.4 will make her team even stronger.

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FAQ about Hiyuki

Is Hiyuki Worth Pulling at S0?

Yes. All core mechanics work at S0: dual-form combat, Glacio Chafe/Bite detonation, 20% team DMG buff, and no-energy Present Self Liberation. Beta data confirms strong S0 performance. The real QoL spike is S2 (Iai multiplier + out-of-combat recovery). Plan for at least S0 + Frostburn.

Is Frostburn (Signature Weapon) Necessary?

Frostburn is best-in-slot by a clear margin (28% Glacio Chafe amplification, 10% DEF ignore, 20% team Chafe DMG boost). Red Spring and Emerald of Genesis are usable alternatives; Feather Edge is the best 4-star. Pull priority: S2 > Frostburn > S3.

Can Hiyuki Replace Carlotta?

In Chafe/Bite teams with Chisa, Hiyuki offers a higher ceiling and more team utility. Without Chisa, Carlotta's simpler rotation yields comparable results. At S3, both can coexist since any team member's Chafe triggers Hiyuki's Bite DMG.

Who Is Hiyuki's Best Support?

Chisa. Her "Thread of Bane" buffs teams applying negative statuses, perfectly matching Glacio Chafe. She provides healing, crowd control, defense shredding, and DMG amplification. Without Chisa, use Verina or Shorekeeper as general-purpose alternatives.

What About Lucilla?

Lucilla is Hiyuki's dedicated Glacio Sub-DPS, expected in Version 3.4. She completes the optimal trio (Hiyuki + Lucilla + Chisa) with same-element energy cycling and maximum Chafe uptime. Pulling Hiyuki now secures the core piece for a team that only gets stronger.

How Much Crit Rate Does Hiyuki Need from Echoes?

Very little. S0 + Frostburn gives ~62.3% Crit Rate base. The new Echo 5-piece adds 25% more when active (~87% total). Use Crit DMG on Cost 4 to avoid overcapping, and prioritize Crit DMG in sub-stats.

Can I Pre-Farm Materials for Hiyuki?

Mostly yes. Farm Exoswarm Cores (enemy drops), Pendants (Roya Outcasts), Polarizers (Forgery Challenges), Edelschnee (Mt. Gjallar + N.A.N.A. weekly), and Our Choice (Nameless Explorer boss) now. Only "We Who Question" (26 needed) is gated behind a new 3.3 weekly boss.

Should I Pull Hiyuki or Denia?

Need a Glacio main DPS? Hiyuki is the priority as the anniversary headliner and safer standalone pick. Already own Aemeath and need a Fusion off-field support? Denia is more impactful. With limited Astrite, Hiyuki is the higher-value choice.

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