Wuthering Waves 2.7 Pulling Guide & Complete Analysis

With the highly anticipated Version 2.7 update scheduled for October 9th, players are faced with important decisions on how to best invest their valuable Astrite and Pulls. Today LDshop breaks down the strategic value of the two new 5-star characters and the two returning characters, helping you maximize your resources and build a stronger roster efficiently.

Version 2.7 Phase 1
NEW	RERUN
Galbrena	Lupa
Version 2.7 Phase 2
NEW	RERUN
Qiuyuan	Zani

 

As the final chapter of the Rinascita storyline, Version 2.7 is naturally packed with highly appealing content. In fact, many players predicted correctly: the new characters, Galbrena and Qiuyuan, seem to be intentionally designed to avoid making the existing "Phrolova" team compositions overly dominant.

If these two new characters could again be easily leveraged by Phrolova's teams, it would create significant balance pressure for the game. Therefore, the design needs to ensure that Cartethyia, the main character of this version's story, has enough room to shine. After all, as the core of this version's narrative, her performance in practical combat, especially in content like the Tower of Adversity, must not be inferior to Phrolova's.

This article provides a detailed pulling guide based on the latest information, tailored for players with different needs.

 

Galbrena: The Dominant Fusion Pistol Main DPS

Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Element：Fusion | Weapon：Pistols

As the headline character for the first half of Version 2.7, the 5-star Fusion character Galbrena wields dual pistols. Her kit revolves around building "Sinflame" to enter the powerful "Demon Hypostasis" state, which empowers all her attacks. Her unique skill effects, featuring distinctive wings, and her heterochromatic signature weapon have already captivated many players.

For her weapon, the signature weapon "Lux & Umbra" is her best-in-slot. This weapon embodies the "rotational damage amplification" concept, fundamentally designed around a core combat loop that alternates between Echo Skills and Heavy Attacks to maintain persistent high-damage buffs, culminating in a valuable DEF Ignore effect once both bonuses are active. Its mechanics inherently guide players toward a structured "Echo Skill → Heavy Attack" rotation, making it ideally suited for characters whose damage profile relies equally on both types of attacks.

Lux & Umbra's special skill is extremely beneficial for Galbrena so if you manage to get both, make sure to equip Lux & Umbra on Galbrena. For players with limited resources, the 5-star weapon "The Last Dance" or the 4-star "Solar Flame" are solid alternatives.

Team Composition Ideas: Galbrena performs exceptionally well in a triple-Fusion team with Lupa and Brant. The simultaneous rerun of Lupa strongly suggests she is intended to be Galbrena's premier support partner. She also has strong synergy with Qiuyuan.

Galbrena	Lupa	Brant
Galbrena	Qiuyuan	Shorekeeper

As the new 5-star Fusion Main DPS in the first half of Version 2.7, Galbrena's core mechanics are speculated to be closely tied to Echo Skills, requiring teammates who can frequently use them. However, she cannot fully utilize the Outro Skill effects of characters like Roccia or Cantarella, making them suboptimal supports. It is currently theorized that her best partner might be Qiuyuan, the new character from the second half, suggesting a potential synergistic pairing.

Furthermore, Galbrena does not fit perfectly into standard triple-Fusion teams (e.g., Changli, Brant, Lupa) because she cannot maximize their Outro Skill bonuses. Among them, Lupa, due to her independent buffing capabilities, might be the only original Fusion support who can effectively assist her. In summary, players planning to pull for Galbrena should ideally also plan to pull for her key teammates—either Lupa or Qiuyuan. This requires significant resource investment and careful planning.

Galbrena has been previously regarded by the community as a low-Resonance Chain potential. However, footage from the test server suggests several areas that require strengthening, with a somewhat slow start being a point of player concern. Nonetheless, her gameplay loop is said to be quite engaging.

Qiuyuan: The Aero Sword Team Buffer

Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐｜Element: Aero｜Weapon：Sword

Qiuyuan is the new 5-star character featured in the second half of Version 2.7. He is an Aero Sword user with a distinct martial arts style, fulfilling many players' fantasies of a classic heroic swordsman. His skill animations are exceptionally stylish. His role is Sub-DPS and Support, specializing in setting up damage buffs.

His signiture weapon: Qiuyuan's unique value lies in his team-wide buffing capability. His Ultimate Skill grants all party members a Crit DMG boost based on his own Crit Rate exceeding 50% - for every 1% over 50%, it gives 2% more Crit DMG to the team, up to a maximum of 30%.

Emerald Sentence, Qiuyuan's signature 5-star sword available during Version 2.7's second phase, is meticulously designed to complement his combat style as his definitive best-in-slot weapon. Like other 5-star swords, it requires Metallic Drip materials for enhancement. For players committed to maximizing Qiuyuan's potential, obtaining this weapon is strongly advised to fully unlock his capabilities. Alternatively, Emerald of Genesis and Feather Edge are viable options as well.

Team Recommendations: Qiuyuan naturally pairs best with Galbrena. He also works well with characters like Iuno and Mortefi. For players who already have Jinhsi, Qiuyuan can also be used as a main DPS alongside her.

Qiuyuan	Galbrena	Shorekeeper
Qiuyuan	Iuno	Mortefi
Qiuyuan	Jinhsi	Verina

As the new 5-star Aero character in the second half, Qiuyuan's primary role appears to be a Sub-DPS, designed to support Galbrena. His utility in supporting Phrolova teams might be inferior to Cantarella's. Using him as a Main DPS will be challenging unless his official release strength reaches the level of top-tier carries like Ciaccona or Iuno; even at S0R1 (E0 with signature weapon), he may not be viable. A cautious approach is advised unless you specifically intend to build a team around Galbrena. 

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Lupa: The Value of a Fusion Support Rerun

Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Element: Fusion | Weapon: Broadblade

Lupa is the returning 5-star character featured in the first half alongside Galbrena. She is a Fusion Support character whose core value lies in providing strong Fusion DMG buffs for the team while also dealing respectable off-field damage.

Lupa's signature weapon, “Wildfire Mark” provides a solid 12% ATK increase while featuring a dynamic buffing mechanism: using an Intro Skill or Resonance Liberation boosts Liberation DMG by 24% for 6 seconds, extendable once by 4 seconds through a Heavy Attack. Most importantly, each extension grants the entire team a valuable 24% Fusion DMG bonus for 30 seconds. This design perfectly complements Lupa's typical rotation of using her Liberation skill before swapping out, enabling her to deliver strong personal burst damage while providing a reliable, long-lasting team buff. For alternative 5-star options, players may consider Verdant Summit or Ages of Harvest.

Team Recommendations: Lupa's rerun in Version 2.7 holds significant strategic value – she is widely speculated to be the dedicated support partner for Galbrena. She is also an excellent teammate for existing Fusion main DPS characters like Brant and Changli. For players looking to build or strengthen a Fusion team, pulling for Lupa is a high priority.

Lupa	Changli	Brant
Lupa	Galbrena	Brant
Lupa	Encore	Shorekeeper

Lupa is a dedicated support for Fusion teams, and her value is exceptional. For players who already use Brant as a Main DPS, pulling for Lupa provides a massive damage increase, with estimates suggesting a jump from around 50,000 DPS to 70,000. Therefore, she is highly recommended for players who plan to use Galbrena or currently main Brant. Players who do not use Fusion teams at all can safely skip her.

 

Zani: The Peak of Spectro DPS Output

Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Element: Spectro | Weapon: Gauntlet

Zani is the returning 5-star character featured in the second half alongside Qiuyuan. She is a Spectro Gauntlet user renowned for her Light Noise-driven burst cycles and solid survivability. Her popularity remains high, further boosted by the announcement of a new skin for her in this version.

Zani's signature weapon, "Blazing Justice," provides a straightforward 12% ATK boost while delivering specialized effects perfectly tailored to Zani's combat rhythm: using Basic Attacks activates a 6-second window where her damage ignores 8% of enemy DEF and amplifies her core Light Noise damage by 50%. The effect duration resets with each new Basic Attack, ensuring consistent uptime during her damage phases. This combination of DEF penetration and specialized damage amplification directly enhances Zani's most powerful mechanics, while the 6-second duration optimally covers her Heavy Attack combos during burst windows. As her signature weapon, it remains the most reliable long-term investment for maximizing her potential as a main DPS, though other 5-star gauntlets like Tragicomedy or Abyss Surges can serve as alternatives.

Team Composition: The combination of Zani and Phoebe is the core of the top-tier "Light Noise" team. Pairing them with a support like Shorekeeper creates one of the strongest teams in the current meta. The decision to rerun Zani alongside Qiuyuan, however, is seen by some as unexpected, with many players anticipating a Katherine rerun instead.

Zani	Phoebe	Mortefi
Zani	Rover (Spectro)	Verina
Zani	Phoebe	Shorekeeper

The Zani and Phoebe combo is undeniably one of the strongest teams in the current meta. Her crucial weakness, however, is an extreme dependency on Phoebe; her performance drops significantly without her. Using the Spectro Main Character as a substitute is far less effective. Additionally, Zani has poor overworld exploration experience, as she requires a teammate to help stack her Resonance Circuit to reach full power, making combat routines cumbersome. Therefore, she is highly recommended only for players who already own Phoebe. It's worth noting that Phoebe might receive a rerun in Version 2.8.

 

Overall Pull Recommendations: Plan Your Resources Based on Your Profile

With the rich banner lineup in Version 2.7, players at different stages should adopt specific strategies based on their current roster and resource availability:

▲ New Players: Build a Core Team with Clear Synergy

Prioritize securing the Galbrena + Lupa combination from Phase 1. This provides an immediate and synergistic core: Galbrena serves as a powerful main DPS, while Lupa acts as her premier support. This pairing offers a straightforward and effective path for early-game progression. However, be aware that this strategy requires a significant investment of pulls for both characters.

▲ Mid-Game Players: Fill Roster Gaps Based on Need

Your decision should hinge on your account's specific weaknesses:

If you lack a top-tier main DPS: Prioritize Zani in Phase 2. She is a proven, powerful carry. Crucially, this recommendation is strongest for players who already own Phoebe, as Zani's performance is severely hampered without her.

If your roster already has strong main DPS units: Consider pulling for Qiuyuan as a versatile sub-DPS/buffer. However, exercise caution unless you specifically intend to pair him with Galbrena, as his value outside of this specific synergy is less certain.

▲ Veteran Players: Deepen Investment or Prepare for Future

The goal is strategic enhancement:

• For Meta Strength: Investing in Zani's key Resonance Chains (especially S1 and S2) is highly rewarding if you already have a built Phoebe.
• For Team Diversity: Qiuyuan could lay the groundwork for future Aero teams, but he is a more speculative pull for veterans.

▲ A Perfectly Viable Strategy: Save for the Future

If the specific team compositions centered around Galbrena or Zani do not appeal to you, skipping Version 2.7 entirely is a completely reasonable option. The upcoming Version 2.8 is expected to feature the highly anticipated character Chisa, and Version 3.0 will introduce a new generation of characters. Saving your resources for these future opportunities is a wise and strategic choice.

 

Conclusion

Overall, Wuthering Waves Version 2.7 presents a compelling lineup that caters to diverse player needs, from newcomers seeking a powerful start to veterans aiming to optimize their end-game teams. The synergy between new and returning characters, particularly the Galbrena and Lupa pairing, offers strategic depth for team building. Ultimately, careful consideration of your current roster and resource allocation will be key to maximizing the value of your pulls in this story-rich update.

With limited resources, clarifying your team's needs will ensure that every pull is worth its value.

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