Wuthering Waves Upcoming Banners – Complete WuWa Banner Schedule and Guide

Current Wuthering Waves Banners (Version 3.5 Phase 1)

As of mid-July 2026, we are live in Version 3.5 Phase 1, which runs from July 10 to July 30, 2026. This phase is stacked with one brand-new 5-star and two powerful reruns, plus the special Starpath Reverbs banner that lasts the entire version.

Featured Character Banners – Phase 1

Yangyang Xuanling is the clear star of Phase 1 who comes as a Havoc Sword main DPS whose kit revolves around new Echo mechanics and heavy attack amplification. Lynae remains one of the strongest Spectro supports in the game, while Luuk Herssen brings excellent Spectro Gauntlet damage and team utility. Their signature weapons (Azure Oath, Spectrum Blaster, and Daybreaker’s Spine) are running on the Absolute Pulsation weapon banners alongside them.

Special Banner: Starpath Reverbs (Entire Version 3.5)

Running from July 10 to August 19, 2026, this unique banner lets you choose one of the classic 1.x 5-stars (Jiyan, Yinlin, Jinhsi, Changli, Zhezhi, or Xiangli Yao) as your rate-up target and swap freely at any time. The first 10 pulls are completely free and it is perfect for filling Resonance Chains or grabbing a missing early-game powerhouse. A matching Tideforge Reverbs weapon banner runs in parallel.

WuWa Next Banner: Version 3.5 Phase 2 (July 30 – August 19/20, 2026)

The WuWa next banner everyone is counting down to is Phase 2, expected to begin on July 30 or 31, 2026 (depending on server maintenance). This is where the real hype peaks.

Phase 2 Character Banners

Suisui is the brand-new Glacio Rectifier support/healer and older sister of Yangyang. She brings dual-stance gameplay, strong Glacio Chafe application, massive team buffs, and reliable sustain. This is exactly what many Glacio and Negative Status teams have been waiting for. Her signature weapon Firstlight’s Herald runs alongside her.

Then, Aemeath returns for her first rerun. As one of the strongest Fusion Sword DPS units since her 3.1 debut, she remains a meta staple for many Rovers who missed her the first time. Her signature Everbright Polestar is also available. If you’re building around the new Mengzhou Echoes and Sonata sets,Suisui pairs exceptionally well with the fresh systems introduced in 3.5.

Full WuWa Banner Schedule Overview (Version 3.5 – 4.0)

The banner schedule after Version 3.5 continues the Mengzhou storyline before the game expands into a brand-new region. Below is the current community-compiled roadmap based on official drip marketing, beta data, and consistent leak patterns. All dates after 3.5 Phase 2 remain estimates until Kuro Games holds the official special program. Treat everything after mid-August 2026 as provisional.

Version 3.6 – Qingxiao & Jingran

Version 3.6 is the next major step in the Mengzhou / Xuanfang storyline and is expected to launch immediately after 3.5 ends (around August 20–21, 2026).

• Phase 1 – Qingxiao 5-star Aero Sword main DPS. She is portrayed as a reclusive sword cultivator and Paragon of Xuanfang Hold. Her combat style revolves around dual stances (Hidden Sword / Wielded Sword), resource generation (Qinxin and Sword Soul), and an enhanced “Sword Immortal” transformation that enables aerial combat and high burst Aero damage. Signature weapon is currently known as Cloud Jasper (Sword).

• Phase 2 – Jingran 5-star Fusion Broadblade main DPS. A Mengzhou-born Nethermancer who uses yin-yang state switching, self-shields, and Heavy Attack-focused damage that scales with Max HP. Signature weapon leaks point to Thousandfold Deliverance (or similar name). Expected to run alongside Hiyuki and Mornye reruns.

These two characters form the core of the 3.6 limited banners. Weapon banners will almost certainly feature their signature weapons in parallel.

Version 3.7 – Hsin & Suoming

Version 3.7 is expected to center on the Sentinel of Mengzhou.

• Hsin (also referred to as the Moon Fox / Heart Sentinel) is the most anticipated character of the current arc. Early information positions her as a high-priority limited 5-star (likely Electro, Rectifier or Sword) with a dual-mode kit and strong main-DPS potential. Many players are already saving specifically for her.

• Suoming is expected to release in the same version, most commonly described as a support or enabling unit that pairs well with Hsin (Echo-related or Electro synergy). Her exact rarity and weapon are still fluid in the leaks.

Exact phase order inside 3.7 has not been locked, but both characters are consistently placed in this patch across multiple sources.

Version 3.8 and the jump to 4.0

Version 3.8 is widely expected to be a lighter “breather” patch. Some leaks mention a possible Sanhua alternate form or one new 5-star + 4-star pairing, but nothing is confirmed. After 3.8 the game is projected to move directly into Version 4.0, which introduces an entirely new region referred to as the New Federation. Character details for 4.0 remain extremely early and should not be treated as reliable yet.

Pull Strategy & Resource Planning for Upcoming Banners

With so many strong options, for smart Rovers, it is better to approach the WuWa upcoming banners with the right resource planning and strategies. So, here is what we recommend for you:

• If you love Havoc or new DPS kits → Finish Yangyang Xuanling now, then evaluate Suisui.
• If you need a premium Glacio support/healer → Save everything for Suisui. She looks like a long-term investment.
• If you missed Aemeath → Phase 2 is your second (and possibly last easy) chance for a while.
• Starpath Reverbs → Use the free 10 pulls. It’s low-risk value.
• Weapon banners → Only pull if you already have the character and want the full power spike. Pity is separate.

Longer-term saving priorities (3.6–3.7)

• Players who want the next high-skill Aero hypercarry should start stacking for Qingxiao in 3.6 Phase 1.
• Fusion teams or HP-scaling enthusiasts should aim for Jingran in Phase 2.
• Most players saving for a major power spike or story payoff are targeting Hsin in Version 3.7. Because the schedule moves in six-week cycles, decide early whether you will pull on 3.6 or skip straight to 3.7.

Version 3.5 is generous with Astrite (around 100+ limited pulls F2P, more with Lunite Pass and Battle Pass). Still, if you’re aiming for multiple 5-stars or early Resonance Chains, a smart top-up through Enjoygm right before Phase 2 can make the difference between getting Suisui + her weapon or watching the banner end with empty hands.

For players already building Yangyang Xuanling, the materials and Echo understanding is another must-thing. So, you can go through our Yangyang Xuanling Materials Guide for that and pairing that with the new 3.5 Echo sets (especially Song of Feathered Trace) will have you ready the second Phase 2 hits.

Key Pity & Convene Rules You Must Remember

• Limited character pity carries over between banners.
• Weapon banners have completely separate pity.
• 50/50 on limited 5-stars (guaranteed next time after a loss).
• Soft pity starts around 70–75, hard pity at 80.
• Starpath Reverbs and Tideforge Reverbs share their own separate counters and let you swap targets freely.

Conclusion

That is all from the Wuthering Waves upcoming banners. The WuWa banner schedule moves fast. Version 3.5 Phase 2 is the immediate next banner, but the real planning window opens with 3.6. Qingxiao and Jingran arrive first, followed by the Mengzhou Sentinel Hsin in 3.7. Bookmark this page because we will update the exact dates and confirmed reruns as soon as the official 3.6 special program drops. Stay tuned and manage your Astrite carefully.