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WuWa 3.2 Qiuyuan Build Guide: Best Weapons, Echoes, and Teams
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WuWa 3.2 Qiuyuan Build Guide: Best Weapons, Echoes, and Teams

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Published 2026-03-25 04:04

Welcome to the new era, Rover! Wuthering Waves 3.2 is now live.

The Phase 1 rerun banner features Qiuyuan — a lone swordsman wandering Huanglong with sightless eyes, and a core Sub-DPS for any Echo Skill DMG team. We've put together everything you need: skill breakdown, best builds, team comps, and ascension materials, so you can field him from day one of the 3.2 update.

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Qiuyuan Character Overview

A former Captain of the Chongzhou Internal Security Agency under Mingting, now a lone swordsman wandering Huanglong with sightless eyes. In his youth, he made many enemies; in adulthood, he made a living hunting people down.

Then, without warning, he was framed and thrown in prison. Now he walks the road as a wanderer.

Qiuyuan Base Stats

※ These values do not include the Attribute Bonuses from Qiuyuan's Forte Circuit.

Is Qiuyuan worth pulling for?

The Version 3.2 Phase 1 rerun banner, [Wanderer Knows No Far and Near], is now live. It features boosted Convene rates for 5-star Qiuyuan and 4-stars Sanhua, Buling, and Yangyang, and runs until April 9, 2026. Once the banner ends, there's no telling when he'll be available again, so don't miss your window.

Eligibility requirements are straightforward: reach Union Level 5, complete the combat test in the Tides of History quest "A Fateful Encounter," or reach that stage via the quest's Quick Start feature. If you already have Galbrena, Qiuyuan is the key Sub-DPS that completes your Echo Skill DMG team.

Qiuyuan is the unrivaled buffer for Echo Skill DMG teams. If you have Galbrena, he's a strong pull to complete that comp. That said, if you already have Brant or Lupa, the gap isn't dramatic — he's best recommended for Rovers who want to push their Echo Skill DMG team to the absolute ceiling.

Note

  • Tier ratings are for reference only — Main DPS, Sub-DPS, and Support roles are evaluated on different criteria. When deciding whether to pull, factor in your personal preferences alongside raw performance.

Qiuyuan Build Guide Overview

※ This is a summary of the recommended build for Qiuyuan. Detailed breakdowns of weapon comparisons and Echo configurations are covered in the sections below.

Qiuyuan Best Weapons

Qiuyuan is a Sub-DPS focused on Heavy Attack and Echo Skill DMG output. We recommend weapons that directly boost Heavy Attack or Echo Skill DMG, or help meet his Energy Regen requirements. Here are the top weapon options for him.

Qiuyuan Best Weapon

Qiuyuan Best Echo Sets

Qiuyuan is a Sub-DPS built around Heavy Attack and Echo Skill DMG. When choosing a Sonata Effect, prioritize sets that directly boost these two damage types or help shore up his Energy Regen requirements.

Recommended Sonata Effects

Based on current player data, Law of Harmony sees by far the highest usage rate. It synergizes well with Qiuyuan's kit and helps maximize team buffs. Here are the recommended Sonata Effects.

The Law of Harmony set has the highest damage ceiling overall, but depending on your team comp (Sub-DPS vs. Main DPS) and farming situation, Moonlit Clouds and other sets are perfectly solid alternatives.

Main Echo Breakdown

The best Main Echo depends on which Sonata Effect you're running. Check the table below for the pros and cons of each option.

Law of Harmony + Reminiscence: Fenrico is the highest-ceiling combination, but if farming efficiency is a concern, Impermanence Heron or Nightmare: Feilian Beringal are both smart alternatives depending on your situation.

Qiuyuan Echo Stats

Qiuyuan's Resonance Liberation scales its team buff based on his own Crit. Rate, so hitting the right stat thresholds is essential.

To hit the maximum 30% Crit. DMG buff from his Resonance Liberation, Qiuyuan needs at least 65% Crit. Rate. Since his weapon and base stats already contribute a solid chunk of this, going with Crit. DMG on the 4-Cost Main Echo gives the highest expected damage output. Also make sure to reach 130% Energy Regen through substats to keep his Liberation available every rotation.

Qiuyuan Best Teams

Qiuyuan is a buffer and Sub-DPS who massively amplifies Echo Skill DMG for the team. He shines brightest when paired with a Main DPS that relies heavily on Echo Skill casts. Sigrika, who joined in Version 3.2, and Galbrena are both ideal partners for him.

1. Echo Skill DMG Hypercarry

Sigrika

Sigrika (Main DPS)

Qiuyuan

Qiuyuan (Sub-DPS)

Shorekeeper

Shorekeeper (Support)

The highest-ceiling team pairing Sigrika, who joined in Version 3.2, with Qiuyuan. Qiuyuan is the core buffer here, providing the Echo Skill DMG amplification that Sigrika's kit depends on so heavily. Shorekeeper rounds out the team as the best support choice, bringing strong Crit buffs, All-Type DMG Amplification, and reliable healing.

2. Fusion Echo Skill Team

Galbrena

Galbrena (Main DPS)

Qiuyuan

Qiuyuan (Sub-DPS)

Shorekeeper

Shorekeeper (Support)

The top-tier Echo Skill DMG team before Sigrika's arrival. Qiuyuan's Echo Skill DMG amplification and Crit. DMG buffs funnel directly into Galbrena for explosive output. The key to this team is smooth rotation — transitioning cleanly between Qiuyuan and Galbrena's combos and timing Shorekeeper's Stellarealm detonation.

Echo Skill DMG Team Rotation

  1. Start with Shorekeeper and build up her Resonance and Concerto gauges. Once ready, cast Resonance Liberation to deploy Stellarealm and activate her Echo Skill, then swap to Qiuyuan.
  2. After Qiuyuan's Intro, land two Basic Attacks to fill his Forte, Swordster's Soliloquy, to max stacks. Then cast Echo Skill and Resonance Liberation.
  3. Hold the Heavy Attack button to perform the 3-hit combo that consumes his Forte stacks for enhanced damage. Finish with Resonance Skill, then swap to Galbrena (or Sigrika) via Outro to pass on the Echo Skill DMG Amplification buff.
  4. With Galbrena on the field, cast Echo Skill and land 6 Basic Attacks to build her Forte, then activate Resonance Skill.
  5. Cast Resonance Liberation for a burst of damage and follow up with 7 Basic Attacks to fully deplete her Forte gauge.
  6. Once Galbrena's Concerto is full, swap back to Shorekeeper to detonate Stellarealm. Repeat this cycle until all enemies are down.

3. Qiuyuan Main DPS (S3+)

Qiuyuan

Qiuyuan (Main DPS)

Iuno

Iuno / Mortefi (Heavy Attack Buffer)

Shorekeeper

Shorekeeper / Verina (Support)

At S3, Qiuyuan unlocks his Main DPS potential. Since Heavy Attack is the backbone of his damage output, pairing him with a Heavy Attack DMG buffer like Iuno or Mortefi is essential. The third slot goes to a general support like Shorekeeper or Verina to keep the team stable.

4. Havoc Echo Skill Team

Phrolova

Phrolova (Main DPS)

Cantarella

Cantarella (Sub-DPS)

Qiuyuan

Qiuyuan (Sub-DPS / Buffer)

Qiuyuan slots into Phrolova and Cantarella's Havoc team to amplify their Echo Skill DMG significantly. He boosts both Phrolova's off-field Hecate attacks and Cantarella's sustained Echo Skill output. Every member of this team passes a buff to the next in a seamless chain, making for a tightly interlocking rotation.

Havoc Team Rotation

  1. Start with Phrolova and build up her Volatile Notes to 6 stacks using Basic Attacks and Resonance Skill combos.
  2. Cast Resonance Liberation to summon Hecate, then swap to Qiuyuan via Outro to pass on the Heavy Attack DMG Amplification buff.
  3. After Qiuyuan's Intro, land two Basic Attacks to fill Swordster's Soliloquy to max stacks, then cast Echo Skill and Resonance Liberation.
  4. Hold Heavy Attack to perform the 3-hit Forte combo, then cast Resonance Skill and swap to Cantarella via Outro — passing the 50% Echo Skill DMG Amplification buff to her.
  5. With Cantarella on the field, immediately cast Resonance Skill and Resonance Liberation to reach max Trance stacks, staggering enemies and healing the team.
  6. Once Cantarella's Concerto is full, swap back to Phrolova to receive her Havoc and Resonance Skill DMG buff. Continue cycling to maximize Hecate's off-field attacks, which are powered up by both Qiuyuan and Cantarella's Echo Skills.

Qiuyuan Skill Analysis

Skill Level-Up Priority

Qiuyuan's primary damage comes from the Forte-consuming Heavy Attack combo in his Forte Circuit, so max this out first. Resonance Liberation is second priority as the source of his team-wide Crit. DMG buff. After that, level Resonance Skill and Normal Attack evenly since both appear in his rotation.

Active Skills and Mechanics

Forte Gauge

Qiuyuan generates Swordster's Soliloquy from Basic Attack Stage 3 and Dodge Counter. At 200 / 400 / 600 points, he unlocks Thus Spoke the Blade: Inkwash, Bamboo's Shade, and the Inksplash of Mind state respectively.

While in Inksplash of Mind, he can no longer gain Swordster's Soliloquy, but consuming it powers up his attacks for significantly higher damage.

Inherent Skills

Resonance Chain

Standard Rotation (Sub-DPS / Buffer)

Standard Combo: Intro → Basic Attack (x2) → (Echo Skill) → Resonance Liberation → Hold Heavy Attack (3-hit string) → Resonance Skill → Outro (swap to next Resonator)

  1. Enter via Intro Skill to instantly gain 400 pts of Swordster's Soliloquy, then land 2 Basic Attacks to push the gauge to a full 600 pts.
  2. Cast Resonance Liberation to apply the team-wide Crit. DMG buff. If running Law of Harmony, use your Echo Skill here as well.
  3. Hold Heavy Attack to unleash the 3-hit Echo Skill DMG combo, consuming all Forte stacks. This also fills the majority of your Concerto gauge.
  4. Spend any remaining time with Resonance Skill, then exit via Outro Skill to pass the 50% Echo Skill DMG Amplification buff to your main DPS.

Qiuyuan Materials

A full breakdown of every material needed to ascend Qiuyuan and upgrade his skills (Forte Circuit), including totals, per-rank costs, and where to farm each one.

Qiuyuan Ascension Materials — Total (Lv.1 ➔ 90)

Ascension Materials Per Rank

Qiuyuan Forte Upgrade Materials — Total

Forte Node Summary

Main Node — Materials per Level (Lv.1 ➔ 10)

Finally Thoughts

Qiuyuan is an irreplaceable sub-DPS and buffer in Echo Skill DMG-focused teams, and his value absolutely lives up to that role. His damage cycle is easy enough for beginners to pick up, but mastering Swordster's Soliloquy gauge management and nailing the right timing for swapping in his Intro Skill adds a satisfying layer of depth to his gameplay.

His versatile kit slots naturally into just about any team composition. Thinking of pulling for him? Use GamsGo's WuWa top-up service to stock up on Astrite ahead of his limited banner. Happy grinding!

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Qiuyuan FAQ

How much Energy Regen does Qiuyuan need?

Aim for around 130%. He functions as a sub-DPS who burns through his gauge in a short burst before swapping out, so hitting this threshold is essential to reliably activate his Resonance Liberation every rotation.

Why is Crit. Rate important for Qiuyuan?

It comes down to his Resonance Liberation passive. For every 1% of Crit. Rate Qiuyuan has over 50%, all nearby active Resonators gain 2% Crit. DMG (up to a maximum of 30%). This makes hitting at least 65% Crit. Rate — through Echo sub-stats and weapon choice — the cornerstone of a well-built Qiuyuan.

How much Astrite do I need to guarantee Qiuyuan?

To be safe in the worst case, aim to save at least 160 pulls (roughly 25,600 Astrite). If you're also going for his signature weapon, budget for an additional 240–320 pulls on top of that. Plan smart by factoring in the Astrite and pulls distributed through events and login rewards during the banner period.

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