Wuthering Waves 3.4 Tier List: Best Character Expained

Version 3.4 of Wuthering Waves, "The Dream Not Dreamed," launches on June 8, 2026. It is shaping up to be the most ambitious update the game has seen so far, bringing the first-ever cross-IP collaboration with Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. Three new Resonators will join the roster: Lucy and Rebecca as collaboration characters, and Lucilla as the main limited banner unit. Cartethyia will also return on a rerun banner in Phase 3.

The tier list below reflects projected performance across both Tower of Adversity and Whimpering Wastes, based on confirmed kit information ahead of launch. If you are running low on Astrite, a Wuwa Top Up is the fastest way to stock up before the banners go live.

Wuthering Waves 3.4 Character Tier List

This list reflects overall performance across all endgame modes. It accounts for the new 3.4 characters and the current state of the meta heading into this version.

The biggest shift entering 3.4 is the arrival of Lucy, Rebecca, and Lucilla. Lucy slots into SS tier as a premium Spectro main DPS. Rebecca earns SS tier as a Sub-DPS amplifier, especially given her free availability, which makes her one of the highest-value characters in the patch. Lucilla enters as a top-tier Glacio support and earns SS tier specifically for accounts that run Glacio DPS teams like Carlotta.

Cartethyia's rerun does not change her ranking. She remains the best Aero DPS in the game. Shorekeeper holds the top support slot and continues to be the single most universally valuable character you can own.

Tower of Adversity Character Tier List

Tower of Adversity rewards burst damage, fast skill rotations, and the ability to delete enemies within tight time windows.

Tower of Adversity highlights for 3.4:

Based on her confirmed kit, Lucy's burst windows should align perfectly with the short-cycle demands of Tower of Adversity. Her Algorithm Compaction state delivers concentrated damage efficiently within tight rotations. Augusta's Time Stop remains the single most impactful ability in this mode. It literally pauses the timer and gives you free damage. Nothing else does that. Lynae and Mornye continue to anchor Tune Break teams with consistent Tune Rupture support at the top tier.

Brant performs better in sustained content. His buff structure is not well-matched to short Tower of Adversity cycles, so he sits a tier lower here compared to his overall ranking.

Whimpering Wastes Character Tier List

Whimpering Wastes features multi-wave mob spawns. Sustained DPS, AoE coverage, and buff uptime matter here far more than burst.

Whimpering Wastes highlights for 3.4:

Brant and Lupa both sit at SS in Whimpering Wastes because their sustained buff uptime and energy generation scale across waves. Rebecca's off-field turret and coordinated damage should make her especially strong in multi-wave scenarios based on what we know of her kit. If you want a full breakdown of how to build her for this role, check out our Wuthering Waves Rebecca Build guide. Lucy's Algorithm Compaction loop is expected to reset cleanly between waves, keeping her relevant even outside a pure burst context.

Augusta drops from SS in Tower of Adversity to S+ here. Her Time Stop is less impactful in a mode where clearing waves fast matters more than individual burst efficiency.

Top Recommended Team Comps for 3.4

Substitute note: Characters in parentheses are alternative options. The Lucy + Rebecca team has the smallest performance loss when substituting Mornye for Shorekeeper, since both provide strong team-wide buffs. The Carlotta + Lucilla team loses the most value when Lucilla is replaced, as she directly doubles Glacio Chafe application frequency.

Tier Definitions

SS - Meta-Defining (Must-Pull for the Version)

These characters define the current meta. They perform at the top across both Tower of Adversity and Whimpering Wastes without needing niche setups or excessive investment. If your resources are limited, securing at least one SS-tier main DPS is the priority.

S+ - Top Tier

Near-flawless characters with very few weaknesses. Some may require a specific partner to reach their ceiling, like Carlotta needing Zhezhi or Lucilla to maximize Glacio output. Investment efficiency is excellent and we have no hesitation recommending them.

A - Reliable Staple

Solid performers across most content. Their ceiling is slightly lower than SS or S+ characters, but they are flexible, well-rounded, and absolutely worth using if you already own them. Building them is not a waste.

B - Substitute or Transitional Pick

Fallback options when higher-tier characters are not available. Some can shine with specific team setups or favorable endgame buffs, but overall versatility is limited. Unless they are your favorite character, heavy investment is not recommended.

C - Collection or Passion Pick

These characters struggle in the current meta. They are not useless, but the same resources invested in higher-tier characters produce far better results. If you are raising them purely because you love them, that is completely valid.

3.4 New Character Deep Dive

Lucy

Core Mechanics

Lucy is the main DPS of the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners collaboration and the centerpiece of 3.4's new team. Her combat revolves around a two-state loop. In her base state, she builds TCP through Basic Attacks and Resonance Skills. Once TCP is full, she transitions into Algorithm Compaction, gaining Spectro DMG Bonus and SQL stacks. Her Basic and Heavy Attacks convert into enhanced forms inside this state. Stacking Root Access lets her chain into Heavy Attack: Multithreading, which consumes SQL for massive damage. At max stacks, she upgrades her Liberation into Old Net Deep Dive, her strongest output window.

Lucy pairs most naturally with Rebecca. Her Intro Skill enhances Rebecca's turret and triggers Overload, while Rebecca's Outro grants Lucy maximum Overlimit stacks automatically, maximizing her Heavy Attack DMG Amplification without setup. For a full breakdown of her weapons, echo sets, and optimal rotations, check out our dedicated Wuthering Waves Lucy Build guide.

Projected Performance

• In Tower of Adversity, Lucy's burst windows should align well with the short-cycle demands of the mode. Her Algorithm Compaction state is designed to deliver concentrated damage efficiently.
• In Whimpering Wastes, her loop is expected to reset cleanly between waves. She should not fall off in multi-wave scenarios the way some burst characters do.

Should You Pull?

Yes, unless you are completely satisfied with your Spectro roster and have no interest in the collaboration. Lucy is a collaboration character with a very low chance of returning on a future rerun. If you skip her now, the chance to get her later is unlikely. She is also the stronger of the two collab characters to spend pulls on, since Rebecca is available for free. Before you pull, we also recommend reading the Wuthering Waves Lucy Materials guide so you know exactly what to pre-farm before her banner goes live.

Rebecca

Core Mechanics

Rebecca is a Sub-DPS and amplifier built around two states: Huntress and Guts. She switches between them using her Resonance Skill or Intro Skill. Huntress grants Crit DMG and Guts lets her ignore a portion of enemy DEF. She builds Fervor through Normal Attacks and Skills, converting it into powerful enhanced Heavy Attacks when full.

Her most important contribution is her Outro: Preem Choom. It summons a turret and grants the next Resonator All-DMG Amplification plus stacking Heavy Attack DMG Amplification via Overlimit. Lucy receives max stacks automatically, which makes the pair almost purpose-built for each other.

Rebecca also inflicts Hack-Shifting through multiple skills, boosting the team's Tune Break Boost and feeding into the shared Tune Hack synergy of the collaboration duo. For a complete look at her best echo sets, weapon options, and team placements, head over to our Wuthering Waves Rebecca Build guide.

Should You Pull Rebecca?

Claim it through the Instant Flashlight event once 3.4 goes live on June 8. Do not spend Dreamcatcher Tide on Rebecca before securing Lucy. Once you have Lucy, test the team and decide whether additional Waveband copies are worth chasing. For most players, free Rebecca plus pulled Lucy is the correct play.

Lucilla

Core Mechanics

Lucilla operates in two Resonance Modes: Glacio Chafe and Echo Skill. The mode you choose determines her entire role. In Glacio Chafe mode, she inflicts Glacio Chafe on enemies, uses Film Roll to double allies' Chafe applications, and her Outro amplifies Glacio Chafe DMG for the incoming Resonator. This directly and significantly upgrades Carlotta teams. In Echo Skill mode, she enables repeated Echo Skill casts, grants Zoom for Echo Skill Crit DMG, and her Outro provides Echo Skill DMG Amplification.

Her core timing mechanic is the Focus Ring, deployed by holding Resonance Skill or Normal Attack during Basic Attack Stage 3. Hitting Perfect Focus deals increased Glacio DMG and restores additional Trace. Every 50 Trace generates a Photo, and Photos power her Liberation: Clear As Day. You can read everything about her weapons, echo sets, and team placements in our Wuwa Lucilla Build guide.

Should You Pull?

If you play Glacio teams, especially with Carlotta, Lucilla is one of the best upgrades in this patch. If you run Echo Skill-focused teams like Sigrika or Galbrena, she is also highly relevant. If neither applies to your account, she is still a strong long-term investment, particularly because future Glacio units will likely benefit from her kit as well. Make sure to also check the Lucilla Materials guide so you know what to farm before her banner drops on June 13.

3.4 Version Update Summary

New Characters

The headline of 3.4 is the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners collaboration, bringing Lucy and Rebecca to the game starting June 8. Both use a separate banner currency called Dreamcatcher Tide. Their pity does not share with standard limited banners. Lucilla joins on the regular limited banner in Phase 2. Cartethyia returns on a rerun banner in Phase 3, all within the same version window.

3.4 Banner Schedule

Important: Lucy and Rebecca use Dreamcatcher Tide, a separate currency from standard limited pulls. Do not pre-convert Astrite. Keep it flexible until you know which banner you are targeting.

Endgame Mode Changes

Both Tower of Adversity and Whimpering Wastes will be updated for the 3.4 season.

• Tower of Adversity: New buffs will favor Heavy Attack and Hack-Shifting damage, creating a tailored environment for Lucy and Rebecca teams.
• Whimpering Wastes: Multi-wave mob density continues to favor AoE and sustained DPS compositions.
• New Boss: Adam Smasher will arrive as a limited-time Calamity-class boss tied to the Cyberpunk collaboration.

New Features and Events

• Instant Flashlight: Claim free Rebecca before Phase 1 ends once the version goes live.
• Matrix Reform: Puzzle event featuring Cyberpunk 2077-style mechanics.
• Startorch Racing, Rerun!: Returning time-trial racing event with new multiplayer motorbike content.
• Night City Roaming: Collab task-based event active throughout 3.4.
• One-click Skill Upgrade: Multi-level skill upgrades in one action.
• Resonator Build Goals: Set farming targets and track required materials directly from the Guidebook.
• Somnoire: Night City: New explorable area featuring Cherry Blossom Market, Arasaka Headquarters, and Night City streets.

Version Update History

Update Date	Changes
June 8, 2026 (upcoming)	Lucy is expected to enter SS tier as premium Spectro Main DPS. Rebecca is expected to enter SS tier as free-accessible Electro Sub-DPS and amplifier. Lucilla is projected at SS tier for Glacio accounts, S+ for all others. Cartethyia rerun confirms her SS standing.
March 19, 2026	Sigrika added as SS Main DPS. Echo Skill DMG meta officially arrived. Qiuyuan's practical value further elevated.
February 5, 2026	Aemeath and Luuk Herssen added. Phoebe and Zani rose to T0.5 via Tune Rupture synergy. Chisa surged to T0. Jinhsi and Camellya dropped to T0.5.
December 25, 2025	Lynae added at SS tier via Tune Rupture Sub-DPS role.
November 20, 2025	Chisa debuted at A tier.
October 30, 2025	Galbrena and Phrolova rose to SS. Cantarella rose to S. Jinhsi and Camellya returned to SS as Havoc and Spectro teams matured.
September 17, 2025	Iuno debuted at SS tier.
August 28, 2025	Augusta debuted at SS tier with Time Stop mechanic.

Conclusion

This Wuthering Waves 3.4 tier list gives you a clear picture of where every character should stand when the version launches on June 8. Lucy and Rebecca look set to form the strongest new team of the patch, and Lucilla should give Glacio accounts one of their best upgrades since Carlotta launched. If you missed Cartethyia on her first run, her rerun will be a genuine opportunity worth planning for.

Remember: tier lists are tools, not rules. A well-built A-tier character you understand and enjoy will outperform an SS-tier character you built poorly. Use this list to make smarter decisions about where to invest your resources, and your teams will carry you through any endgame content Wuthering Waves puts in front of you.

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