Hey Resonators! It's your friendly neighborhood gacha guide here, back with the latest intel on all the banners in Wuthering Waves for 2026. As a day-one player who's navigated every banner since launch, I know how crucial it is to plan your precious Tides. Let's dive deep into the current and upcoming character and weapon events, break down the permanent pools, and strategize your pulls for maximum efficiency. Whether you're saving for the new Aero sword user or chasing a signature weapon, this guide has got you covered.

Next Banners: Phase 2 of Version 2.7 is Here!

The current Phase 1 banners are wrapping up, and the hype for Phase 2 is real! Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 30th—that's when the new banners drop. Thanks to the official drip marketing, we already know who's coming.

Next Banner Event Characters:

• Qiuyuan - The Wandering Blade (NEW 5★)

  • Element/Weapon: Aero / Sword

  • Banner: Wanderer Knows No Far and Near

  • Get ready for some swift, wind-based swordplay! Qiuyuan's design is absolutely stunning.

  

• Zani - The Radiant Brawler (Rerun 5★)

  • Element/Weapon: Spectro / Gauntlets

  • Banner: Between Light and Shadow

  • A fantastic rerun for anyone who missed this powerful Spectro DPS the first time around!

Next Weapon Banners:

The weapon banner, Absolute Pulsation, refreshes alongside the characters. For Phase 2, the featured 5-star weapons will be:

• Emerald Sentence (5★ Sword) - Qiuyuan's signature weapon.

• Blazing Justice (5★ Gauntlets) - Zani's signature weapon.

If you're committing to pulling for Qiuyuan or Zani, saving your Forging Tides for their signature weapons is a top-tier move to maximize their potential.

Beyond 2.7: A Glimpse into Version 2.8!

Looking even further ahead, the social media teasers have given us a sneak peek at the Version 2.8 characters. No concrete dates yet, but the excitement is building!

• Chisa (NEW 5★): A Havoc Broadblade user. She looks fierce and promises some explosive gameplay.

• Buling (NEW 4★): An Electro Rectifier user. As a new 4-star, we'll have to wait and see which banner phase she'll be rate-up on.

Start saving those Tides now if either of these characters calls to you!

Current Banners (Until Oct 30th)

Right now, we're in the final days of Phase 1 for Version 2.7. These banners feature some fiery Fusion characters.

Current Character Event Banners:

• Galbrena - From Ashes (NEW 5★)

  • Element/Weapon: Fusion / Pistols

  • A brand-new pistol-wielder with a fiery spirit. Her playstyle is super dynamic!

  

• Lupa - Roar of Triumph (Rerun 5★)

  • Element/Weapon: Fusion / Broadblade

  • A powerhouse rerun for fans of heavy-hitting broadblade users.

Boosted 4-Star Characters (on both banners):

✅ Sanhua

✅ Mortefi

✅ Lumi

Current Weapon Event Banners:

The featured weapons for Galbrena and Lupa are available now!

• Lux and Umbra (5★ Pistols) - Galbrena's signature.

• Wildfire Mark (5★ Broadblade) - Lupa's signature.

Boosted 4-Star Weapons:

✅ Novaburst (Pistols)

✅ Helios Cleaver (Broadblade)

✅ Fusion Accretion (Rectifier)

Permanent & Special Banners You NEED to Know About

Beyond the limited-time events, there are crucial permanent banners that form the backbone of your gacha strategy.

1. Limited-time Beginner's Choice Banner (FREE 5★!)

This was a special apology banner for launch issues. If you logged in before May 22nd, 2025 and reached Union Level 8, you received a Voucher of Reciprocal Tides. This let you instantly claim one 5-star character of your choice from:

• Verina

• Encore

• Calcharo

• Jianxin

• Lingyang

2. Utterance of Marvels (The Novice Banner)

This is the FIRST banner you should pull on with your Lustrous Tides!

• Why? A 20% discount on 10-pulls (costs 8 Tides for 10 pulls).

• Guarantee: A 5-star character within 50 total pulls (effectively 40 Tides).

• 5-Star Pool: Verina, Encore, Calcharo, Jianxin, Lingyang.

• Disappears after 50 pulls or when you get your 5-star, unlocking the next banner.

3. Beginner's Choice Banner (Permanent)

Unlocks after you finish the Novice Banner.

• Mechanic: You choose your desired standard 5-star character.

• Guarantee: You are guaranteed your chosen character after 80 pulls.

• Choice Pool: Same as the Novice Banner (Verina, Encore, Calcharo, Jianxin, Lingyang).

4. Tidal Chorus (Standard Character Banner)

The main permanent banner for characters. All standard 5-stars and 4-stars are here.

• Pity: Guaranteed 5-star character every 80 Lustrous Tides.

• 4-Star Guarantee: At least one 4-star (character or weapon) every 10 pulls.

5. Drawn Edges (Standard Weapon Banner)

The permanent banner where you can target a specific standard 5-star weapon.

• Mechanic: You choose your desired 5-star weapon.

• Guarantee: You get your chosen weapon after 80 pulls.

• Weapon Pool Includes:

  • Emerald of Genesis (Sword)

  • Lustrous Razor (Broadblade)

  • Static Mist (Pistols)

  • Abyss Surges (Gauntlets)

  • Cosmic Ripples (Rectifier)

My Pull Strategy & Final Tips

As a veteran player, here's my personal advice for managing your resources in 2026:

1. ALWAYS start with Utterance of Marvels. The discount and early 5-star guarantee are unbeatable value for new accounts.

2. Plan around the 3-week banner cycle. Event banners run for about 21 days. Check the timeline and decide if you want the current character or should save for the next phase.

3. Prioritize Characters over Weapons. A new 5-star character often adds more to your account flexibility than their signature weapon, especially early on. Weapon banners are for when you're really committed to min-maxing a favorite.

4. Use the Permanent Banners Wisely. The Beginner's Choice and Drawn Edges banners are your best bet for targeting a specific standard 5-star. Don't just throw Tides at Tidal Chorus hoping for someone specific!

5. Keep an eye on 4-Star Lineups. Sometimes pulling on a banner for a powerful or new 4-star character (like the upcoming Buling) can be just as valuable as the 5-star.

The banner system in Wuthering Waves offers a lot of paths to build your dream team. Whether you're hyped for Qiuyuan's elegant sword skills or are patiently waiting for Chisa's Havoc power, smart planning is key. Good luck with your pulls, and may your next 10-pull be golden! 🍀✨