WuWa 3.1 New Echo & Sonata : Which Resonator is the Best Match?

The Wuthering Waves Version 3.1 Preview Livestream airs on the 23rd, and three brand-new Echo Sonata Sets have been revealed so far. So which Resonator is the perfect match for each? In this article, we’ll dive into the analysis and discussion together to figure out the answers!

 

New Echo Overview

Sigillum Summon Sigillum to unleash two attacks, dealing 68.40% and 205.20% Fusion DMG respectively. When equipped in the main slot by Aemeath, it grants 25.00% Resonance Liberation DMG Bonus. CD: 20s	Nameless Explorer Summon a Nameless Explorer to attack enemies along its path, dealing 273.60% Aero DMG. The Resonator with this Echo equipped in their main slot gains 12.00% Aero DMG Bonus and 20.00% Echo Skill DMG Bonus. CD: 20s.
Kronablight Transform into a Kronablight, soar into the air to deal 67.05% Electro DMG, then dive to deal 67.05% Electro DMG 2 times and 134.10% Electro DMG 1 time. CD: 15s	Kronaclaw Transform into a Kronaclaw, soar into the air to deal 8.04% Aero DMG up to 8 times and 24.13% Aero DMG 2 times, then dive to deal 24.13% Aero DMG 1 time and 131.41% Aero DMG 1 time. CD: 15s
Glommoth Summon a Glommoth to stomp enemies, dealing 273.60% Glacio DMG. Casting Outro Skill within 15s after summoning Glommoth grants 12.00% Glacio DMG Bonus to the incoming Resonator for 15s. CD: 20s.	Iceglint Dancer Transform into an Iceglint Dancer to attack enemies, dealing 205.20% Glacio DMG. CD: 8s.
Shadow Stepper Summon a Shadow Stepper to attack enemies, dealing 129.60% Havoc DMG. CD: 8s.

 

New Sonata Overview

Trailblazing Star

• 2-Pc: Fusion DMG + 10%
• 5-Pc: Inflicting Fusion Burst or Tune Rupture - Shifting increases the Resonator's Crit. Rate by 20% and grants 20% Fusion DMG Bonus for 8s.

Chromatic Foam

• 2-Pc: Fusion DMG + 10%
• 5-Pc: When the Resonator inflicts Fusion Burst on the enemies, they gain the following effects: Gain 10% Fusion DMG Bonus for 15 s. While this effect is active, casting an Outro Skill grants the incoming Resonator 25% Fusion DMG Bonus for 15s or until they're switched out.

Sound of True Name

• 2-Pc: Aero DMG + 10%
• 5-Pc: Dealing Echo Skill DMG to enemies increases the Resonator's Echo Skill Crit. Rate by 20%, and grants 15% Aero DMG Bonus for 5s.

 

Trailblazing Star

Echo Analysis

• Attribute & Damage Type: The Resonator must be of the Fusion attribute, and their primary damage output must be Fusion DMG.
• Reaction Trigger Capability: Must be able to trigger "Fusion Burst" or "Tune Rupture - Shifting" relatively frequently to maintain buff uptime.
• Output Pattern: Suited for on-field Main DPS or Sub-DPS who require sustained field time. Since the buff affects the wearer, the character should remain on the field for most of the 8-second duration to maximize damage output.

 

Potential Resonator

• Aemeath

As a Fusion Main DPS, she can actively and frequently trigger "Fusion Burst" or "Tune Rupture - Shifting" by selecting the corresponding Resonance Mode, perfectly meeting the set's trigger condition.

And This set's 20% Crit Rate and 20% Fusion DMG Bonus directly and significantly boost her damage during her on-field burst windows. This set is considered one of her best-in-slot options.

 

• Galbrena

As an on-field Fusion Main DPS, her skill set allows her to trigger Fusion reactions frequently. Her high personal damage perfectly leverages the 20% Crit Rate and DMG Bonus for a substantial overall damage increase.

 

• Changli

Similarly a powerful Fusion Main DPS. During her 8-second burst window after triggering a reaction, this set provides a highly significant direct damage amplification.

 

Chromatic Foam

Echo Analysis

• Self-Trigger: The wearer must be able to trigger "Fusion Burst" to gain a 10% Fusion DMG Bonus for 15 seconds.
• Relay Buff: While this self-buff is active, casting an Outro Skill to switch out grants the incoming Resonator a higher 25% Fusion DMG Bonus for 15 seconds or until they are switched out.
• Tactical Core: The ultimate value of this set lies in using a single Outro Skill to simultaneously provide a dual buff for both the wearer and the next character, thereby maximizing the efficiency of the entire team's rotation.

 

Potential Resonator

• Chixia

A classic example. Her Outro Skill has high damage multipliers, allowing her to quickly complete her combo, trigger a reaction, and switch out perfectly, making her an excellent user of this set.

 

• Mortefi

A perfect candidate. His Outro Skill inherently provides the next character with a "Heavy Attack DMG Amplification" buff. When paired with this set, he can provide the Main DPS with both "Heavy Attack DMG Amp + a massive Fusion DMG Bonus", pushing his supportive capabilities to the extreme.

 

• Mornye (in "Wide Field Observation Mode")

Can be considered for specific quick-swap playstyles. However, note that this deviates from her mainstream role as a healing support and belongs to niche or experimental team compositions.

 

 

Sound of True Name

Echo Analysis

• Attribute & Damage Type: Must be an Aero attribute character, and their core damage must originate from "Echo Skill" DMG.
• Output Mechanism: Requires frequent use of Echo Skills. Because the 5-second buff needs to be refreshed and maintained through continuous skill usage, the character's skill rotation must be tight.
• Role Positioning: Best suited for characters who require sustained on-field damage output. Quick-swap characters who only use one skill before switching off-field cannot fully utilize this buff.

 

Potential Resonator

• Qiuyuan

Qiuyuan's skill kit precisely matches every requirement of this set.

Firstly, all of his skills deal Aero DMG. His Resonance Skill "Through the Groves", his Resonance Liberation "Sundering Strike", and all Heavy Attacks during his core burst state, "Inksplash of Mind", are considered Echo Skill DMG. Therefore, all of his primary damage-dealing methods can benefit from the set's bonuses.

Secondly, his output pattern is naturally designed to frequently refresh short-duration buffs like this one. He can consecutively use his Resonance Skill or unleash multiple Heavy Attack sequences (all considered Echo Skills) during "Inksplash of Mind", easily achieving a "damage-refresh-damage" cycle. This allows him to maintain the 20% Crit Rate and 15% Aero DMG Bonus with full uptime.

As an on-field Aero Main DPS, he possesses an 8-second powerful burst window upon entering "Inksplash of Mind", requiring him to stay on-field to complete his combo sequence. This is the perfect timing to maximize the utilization of the set's buffs.

 

Conclusion

Wuthering Waves 3.1 is a powerhouse update, delivering three new echo sonata sets. Whether you chase meta, explore worlds, or collect it all, this update has you covered.

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