Wuthering Waves (WuWa) Characters Tierlist - Ultimate Ranking and Analysis

Welcome to our comprehensive Wuthering Waves Characters Tierlist. Here, we rank the characters based on their abilities, strengths, and overall utility in the game. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, this guide will help you make informed decisions.

SS

shorekeeper

B

Explanation

CalcharoCalcharo

Calcharo is a powerhouse Electro Main-DPS unit, capable of unleashing a torrent of damage with both his Skill and Liberation. With the introduction of Yinlin, he has found a perfect partner to elevate his damage output to new heights.

EncoreEncore

Encore is a formidable Fusion DPS, exceling at dealing pure damage without any regard for crowd control. When she enters her Cosmos Rave state, she becomes a force to be reckoned with, dishing out an insane amount of Fusion DMG. However, her squishy nature and limited Cosmos Rave duration of 10s make her a high-risk, high-reward pick.

VerinaVerina

Verina is a versatile support unit, providing healing and buffs to her entire party. Her coordinated attacks deal Spectro DMG while healing the active character, making her a valuable asset to any team. However, she lacks the Crit Rate and Crit Damage buffs offered by the Shorekeeper, limiting her utility.

JiyanJiyan

Jiyan is a reliable DPS unit, capable of dealing impressive single-target and AoE damage. His Ultimate can group smaller enemies, providing a means of crowd control. While he may not be as effective as top-tier DPS units like Jinhsi, Jiyan's consistent damage output makes him a solid choice for most players.

Rover (Havoc)Rover (Havoc)

Rover (Havoc) is a high-damage dealer with a unique playstyle. They excel at activating their Dark Surge state, which amplifies their burst damage potential. To maximize their damage output, players must hone their dodging skills and focus on dealing Basic Attack damage during Dark Surge.

ChangliChangli

Changli is a dominant Main-DPS unit, capable of dealing massive amounts of Fusion damage with her fully-stacked Forte Circuit. She can even self-buff her ATK after using her Ultimate, allowing her to deal even more damage. While she can take on a Sub-DPS role, her true potential lies in dealing damage as a Main DPS.

MortefiMortefi

Mortefi is a valuable Sub-DPS unit, capable of dealing coordinated Fusion attacks even when off-field. This mechanic exponentially increases his value in fights, making him a great pick for players. His 4-star rarity also makes him easily accessible.

SanhuaSanhua

Sanhua is an excellent Sub-DPS unit, providing Basic Attack DMG Deepen for 14s to the next character who takes the field. She deals decent damage but relies heavily on detonating ice structures using her Heavy Attacks.

DanjinDanjin

Danjin is a high-damage DPS unit, but her HP-drain mechanic requires careful management. Players must balance her damage output with her survivability, making her a challenging but rewarding pick.

JianxinJianxin

Jianxin is a solid, middle-of-the-road unit, capable of filling both Main and Sub-DPS roles. She provides grouping and AoE damage against multiple enemies, and her Outro Skill buffs Resonance Liberation DMG. However, her lack of a defined role in the meta holds her back from reaching her full potential.

Rover (Spectro)Rover (Spectro)

Rover (Spectro) is a jack-of-all-trades unit, providing great Sub-DPS capabilities and executing time stops with her Outro Skill. She also shows glimpses of Main-DPS potential with her high-damage Resonance Liberation. However, her versatility comes at the cost of not exceling in either role.

AaltoAalto

Aalto is a decent Sub-DPS unit, capable of buffing Aero DMG while dealing decent damage. However, he is outclassed by other Sub-DPS units like Mortefi, who can deal damage even when off-field.

YuanwuYuanwu

Yuanwu is a Sub-DPS unit that follows up with coordinated Electro DMG even when off-field. He can also reduce the enemy's Vibration Strength, but this effect only applies if the enemy is within the circle of effect.

BaizhiBaizhi

Baizhi is a healer who can burst-heal using her Resonance Skill and Liberation. She can also continuously heal and buff the next character that takes the field for 36s. However, her buffs only apply to the next character, limiting the flow of switching and making her less desirable than Verina.

LingyangLingyang

Lingyang is struggling to keep up with his 5-star peers, particularly those with great AoE damage capabilities. He lacks a dedicated Glacio support, and his damage output is subpar compared to other Main-DPS units.

YangyangYangyang

Yangyang is a decent starting character, providing decent damage and utility with her Aero grouping. However, she falls off quickly once players unlock better Sub-DPS units that provide DMG buffs.

ChixiaChixia

Chixia is a DPS unit that excels against hordes of enemies due to her mobility and ease of use. She can take on single-target bosses with ease, but her effectiveness decreases when facing multiple enemies.

TaoqiTaoqi

Taoqi has found a new role as a Sub-DPS unit, providing Resonance Skill amplification and quick-switch damage with her Resonance Liberation. However, her split scaling with her Forte and Shields remains a glaring issue, holding her back from reaching her full potential.