Wuthering Waves 2.8 Recap: Chisa, Buling, & More!

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The Special Broadcast Wuthering Waves Version 2.8 is now available! They previewed new characters, new maps, new weapons, and more. With how popular last version of Wuthering Waves was, there’s a lot to anticipate from Version 2.8! Let’s see what’s releasing in this update!

New Redemption Codes

Here are all the codes containing 300 Astrites and other rewards. Don’t forget to claim it.

  • ENDLESSSUMMER
  • CRUMBLEDCITY
  • SLICEDSPACE

The Redemption Codes are valid until: 2025/11/16 08:59 (PT).

New Resonator

Resonator Information
Chisa
★★★★★
AttributeHavoc
WeaponBroadblade
AffiliationStartorch Academy

Chisa is a 5-star Havoc Broadblade user who acts as a support healer or hybrid. She balances the team’s defense and damage dealt through debuffs, making her a great choice in various teams, especially those focused on sustained damage. If you’ve got characters such as Cartethyia and Zani, be sure to pick up Chisa!

Resonator Information
Buling
★★★★
Attribute Electro
WeaponRectifier
AffiliationBlack Shores

After a long wait, there is finally a new 4-star Resonator! Buling is finally arriving in Version 2.8. She is an Electro Rectifier from Black Shores. With a strong support role in Electro buffs and healing, easy builds, and friendly team compositions, she’s great for both new and veteran players.

New 5-Star Weapon Kumokiri

Kumokiri is an upcoming 5-star weapon from the Limited Weapon Banner. It is also Chisa’s signature weapon, shaped like red scissors with a ruler engraving.

WuWa Banner Info for Version 2.8

Phase 1 Chisa & Phoebe

The first half of Version 2.8 introduces us to a new character, Chisa, as well as a returning character, Phoebe. The available 4-star companions on these banners are Taoqi, Yuanwu, and Aalto.

Phase 2 Phrolova & Cantarella

In the second half, Wuthering Waves brings back Phrolova and Cantarella. The 4-star companions present on these banners are Danjin, Buling, and Chixia.

New Echo Set

In Version 2.8, we will see the arrival of a new Echo Set, which we recommend for any Chisa players. Here are the stats for the Echo Thread of Severe Fate:

Thread of Severed Fate
3-Pc:
Inflicting Havoc Bane increases the Resonator’s ATK by 20% and grants 30% Resonance Liberation DMG Bonus for 5s.

New Area Honami City

Not only will Chisa make her debut with a Japanese schoolgirl look, but a new map called Honami will also be available in Version 2.8. Featuring a modern urban atmosphere with a touch of post-apocalyptic ruins, this will surely be an exciting area to explore!

New Main Quest

The arrival of a new map means there will definitely be new quests coming to Wuthering Waves. Here are the new Main Quests you can look forward to in Version 2.8.

Uncharted Area Chapter II

  • Act XII: Stagnant Dawn on Wastelands
  • Act XII Epilogue: Flowing Starlight in the Iris

New Events in Version 2.8

There are several exciting events with many rewards coming soon in Version 2.8. Be sure to check out Icy Veins for event coverage when they’re available!

  • Stranger Things in Honami
  • Whisper of the Waves
  • Lollo Campaign: Rising Anew
  • Gifts of Amber
  • Tactical Simulacra: Off Tune
  • Search for it! Bits of Lahai-Roi

New Deluxe Outfit for Zani

Zani – Downtown Repose

Do you have Zani? This outfit is perfect for you, with her new look: Downtown Repose! The Zani outfit has the same rarity level as the outfits owned by Changli and Carlotta.


We can’t wait for Wuthering Waves 2.8, with all the upcoming characters, new maps, exciting events, and more. Don’t miss out on Chisa and Buling‘s debuts! Additionally, returning characters such as Phoebe, Phrolova, and Cantarella are back, and all of them in this update can be considered “overpowered.” The choice is yours. See you in Version 2.8, Rover!