Lucy is finally here with the Wuthering Waves x Cyberpunk Edgerunners collab, and honestly, I haven't been this excited about a new character in a long time. Everyone is set to grab her from the banners, and for good reason — she's an incredibly strong DPS and an absolute blast to play. But here's the catch: her build options are surprisingly few, and if you don't build her properly, expect to see a big drop in her damage output. I learned that the hard way after wasting a few hours on a suboptimal setup, so let me save you the trouble with a complete Lucy build guide covering her best teams, echoes, and weapons.
Who Is Lucy, and Why Should You Care?
Lucy is the premium 5-star character for the Wuthering Waves x Cyberpunk Edgerunners collab. She's an incredibly powerful DPS character and easily jumped to one of the top spots in our Wuthering Waves tier list. If you're pulling for her, congratulations — you now own one of the most fun and rewarding damage dealers in the game. The only real problem is that she's picky about her gear.
Lucy's Best Echo Setup
Let's get the boring but essential part out of the way first. Lucy will use the 4-3-1-1 echo setup, which means:
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1x Crit Rate cost-4 echo
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2x Spectro DMG cost-3 echoes
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2x ATK% cost-1 echoes
You can equip her with a Crit DMG cost-4 echo instead, but I'd consider that slightly worse than the Crit Rate alternative. This setup maximizes Lucy's damage output, so stick with it and don't get creative. Trust me, I tried.
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Best Weapons for Lucy
Spectral Trigger is the best weapon for Lucy in Wuthering Waves, and it's not even close. This is her signature weapon, and it skyrockets her damage output. Here's what it gives you:
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A big Crit DMG boost
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ATK% and Spectro DMG buffs
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Heavy Attack DMG buffs
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Heavy Attack DMG ignores 10% of enemy defense
There is no other weapon in the game that even comes near Spectral Trigger for Lucy. If you're not planning to invest in her signature, though, the closest alternatives are Lux & Umbra and Skull Thrasher. Other 5-star options include Phasic Homogenizer and The Last Dance. For 4-star weapons, Solar Flame and Relativistic Jet are really your only options.
| Weapon | Rarity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spectral Trigger | 5★ | Signature, best by a large margin |
| Lux & Umbra | 5★ | Closest alternative |
| Skull Thrasher | 5★ | Solid backup |
| Phasic Homogenizer | 5★ | Usable |
| The Last Dance | 5★ | Usable |
| Solar Flame | 4★ | Best budget pick |
| Relativistic Jet | 4★ | Only other 4★ option |
Main Echo and Sonata Effects
Adam Smasher is the only main echo you should be using on Lucy. This echo skill perfectly works with Lucy's kit, so there's no reason for you to look for an inferior alternative. When it comes to sonata sets, you'll be using the Shadow of the Shattered Dreams effect with Adam Smasher. For the other 2-piece sets, prioritize getting any Spectro DMG sets. Simple, right?
Best Teams for Lucy
Here's where things get a little restrictive. There are very few team options for Lucy, and that's by design.
Rebecca is Lucy's best ally and must be with her to get the most out of both their kits. As Rebecca is a free 5-star character given during this collab, building her for Lucy won't be a major issue. When it comes to the third slot, you finally have some freedom. The best character for the support slot is Mornye, as she makes it easier to break enemies. If you don't have her, you can go for Shorekeeper or Verina as well.
These are really the only team options for Lucy. Instead of playing with her alongside other characters, you can simply run a duo team with Rebecca and Lucy. Although you won't have an additional sustain to help you in a pinch, the damage output more than makes up for it. I've been running this duo in the endgame modes and the clear times speak for themselves.
Final Thoughts
Lucy rewards players who commit to her specific setup. Give her Adam Smasher, the Shadow of the Shattered Dreams sonata, a Crit Rate cost-4 echo, and Spectral Trigger if you can afford it, then pair her with Rebecca. That's the whole formula, and it works beautifully. So there you have it — this is the best Lucy build in Wuthering Waves. Have more questions about Lucy? Let me know in the comments section below! 🎮