Luuk Herssen Weapon Guide: Best Weapon Pick & Alternatives | WuWa 3.1

Rover, I hope I haven’t let you down.

Luuk Herssen will fight side by side with you at Startorch Academy, right there with my Gauntlets in hand.

There are plenty of options for my Gauntlets, and all the best weapon pick and worthy alternatives are laid out right in this article. Rover, let’s dive in together.

 

Understanding Luuk's Needs

Rarity: ★★★★★ | Element: Spectro | Weapon: Gauntlets

Based on the analysis of Luuk Herssen's skill mechanics, his weapon selection must satisfy four core demands, which are entirely dictated by his unique playstyle centered on "aerial combat, Basic Attack DMG specialization, and Tune Strain (Interfered) optimization."

• Maximize [Basic Attack DMG] Enhancement

The vast majority of his damage is considered "Basic Attack DMG," which is the most defining characteristic that sets him apart from other characters. All forms of Aureole of Execution, Golden Impale, Ichor Deposit explosion, Gavel of Earthshaker, and Rewritten in Winter's Margins (his Ultimate) are classified as Basic Attack DMG.

• Serve the [Tune Strain (Interfered)] System

His inherent talents and mechanics are deeply tied to the "Tune Strain - Interfered" status. Maximizing the utilization of this system is key to reaching his damage ceiling. The talent Uncaused Diagnosis grants massive, independent damage amplification against enemies under Tune Strain - Interfered, based on his Tune Break Boost and the number of stacks on the target.

• Optimize [Aerial Combat] Rotation

His core damage output relies on chaining aerial skills and Normal Attacks, requiring frequent Stamina consumption and sustained aerial presence. His Mid-air Attack combos, Aureole of Execution form switching, and Radiant Reave (aerial dodge) all demand Stamina management and aerial mobility.

• Provide High [Crit/ATK] Stat Foundation

As a main DPS, superior base stats are the cornerstone of his damage, especially when balancing aerial output and unique damage multipliers. This forms the direct foundation for all his final damage numbers.

When selecting a weapon for Luuk Herssen, the following priority chain should be followed: Can it directly enhance [Basic Attack DMG] → Can it amplify gains from the [Tune Strain] system → Can it optimize [aerial rotation/Stamina] → Can it provide excellent [base stats]?

 

Best Weapon Pick

Luuk Signature Weapon - Spine of Day

Spine of Day is Luuk Herssen's signature weapon because it fulfills all four of his core demands with exceptional efficiency and forms a perfect "condition-trigger, high-multiplier conversion" loop with his skill mechanics.

• 100% Coverage of Burst Windows: Luuk's core damage outputs, Aureole of Execution (Variation Skill) and Mid-air Attack - Gavel of Earthshaker (triggered by a Variation Skill), are both classified as Basic Attack DMG. This weapon effect grants him a substantial, independent damage multiplier for his primary damage sources every time he initiates his core combo.
• Multiplier Stacking and Mechanic Unlocking: This is the "soul" of the signature weapon. First, the "Diffraction DMG Bonus" most likely refers to the independent damage amplification from his inherent talent Uncaused Diagnosis against enemies under "Tune Strain - Interfered." Second, "ignores 10% of the target's DEF" is one of the most precious damage multipliers. The signature weapon directly ties these two top-tier buffs to his Basic Attack, ensuring his main damage-dealing methods can reliably trigger their maximum benefit.
• Provides High [ATK/Crit] Stat Foundation: It offers top-tier base stats: 588 ATK and 24.3% Crit DMG, identical to the attributes of other top-tier main DPS signature weapons (like Aemeath's "Eternal Morning Star"), providing the most solid foundation for his damage.

 

Alternatives

5 Star - Pulsation Bracer

"Pulsation Bracer" is the most perfect 5-star alternative weapon for Luuk in terms of mechanics when his signature weapon is unavailable, and can be regarded as the "budget version" or "direct downgrade" of his signature weapon.

Its strength lies in the fact that its core trigger condition forms a perfect "condition-damage amplification" loop with Luuk's inherent talents and core combat rotation, a synergy that is difficult for other generalist 5-star weapons to match.

• Advantages: Within the correct team composition, the buffs it provides are extremely precise and efficient, allowing it to maintain nearly 100% uptime at full stacks. The resulting damage gain is remarkably substantial, far surpassing that of other generalist 5-star weapons.
• Disadvantages: Its effectiveness comes with prerequisites. If the team cannot sustain the "Tune Strain: Interfered" status on enemies, or when facing foes immune to this status (though such cases are exceedingly rare), its core effect becomes completely inactive.

 

5 Star - Blazing Justice

"Blazing Justice" is an exceptionally powerful 5-star generalist offensive weapon, offering top-tier crit stats and the precious "ignores DEF" multiplier. However, for Luuk, a portion of its core effect is partially "wasted."

Unconditional Trigger: It is triggered simply by using a Basic Attack, which is very easy for Luuk to achieve, allowing for high uptime with minimal effort.

However, "Spectro Frazzle DMG" most likely refers to a specific type of Spectro (light) elemental reaction damage, possibly related to "Burn" or "Overload," rather than the direct damage type of Luuk's own skills. This means that unless Luuk can consistently trigger this specific Spectro reaction, the massive 50% damage amplification may fail to activate entirely, resulting in a significant waste of the weapon's potential.

If you are willing to accept the trade-off of a partially inactive effect in exchange for the weapon's exceptional crit stats and DEF ignore property, then "Blazing Justice" remains a formidable weapon choice for Luuk.

 

4 Star - Aether Strike

"Aether Strike" is one of the best 4-star weapon choices for Luuk. The value of this weapon lies in its ability to stably enhance one of Luuk's core burst cycles in the most straightforward manner.

The trigger and coverage logic of this weapon is very clear: Immediately after Luuk casts his ultimate, Rewritten in Winter's Margins (considered Basic Attack DMG), the weapon's effect is triggered. The 15-second duration of the buff is sufficient to cover Luuk's complete core burst combo after using his ultimate: "Throw Ichor → Aerial Pursuit → Slam Detonation."

"Aether Strike" is the "late-game choice" or "ceiling choice" among Luuk's 4-star weapons. It sacrifices some stability and base ATK, funneling all its value into Critical Damage, the attribute with the highest late-game scaling.

 

Conclusion

That concludes the weapon recommendations for Luuk Herssen. These four weapons are currently the most suitable for Luuk, listed in order of descending priority. If you'd like to learn more about WuWa-related information, feel free to click on WuWa Hub to find out more~