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Fusion Main DPS

Wuthering Waves Resonator guide

Encore build, teams, weapons, and Echoes

Comfortable ranged Fusion carry.

FusionRectifierMain DPS5★ ResonatorReviewed for Version 3.5
Best weaponStringmaster
SonataMolten Rift
Echo cost4-3-3-1-1

Skill priority

1 Resonance Liberation
2 Forte Circuit
3 Resonance Skill
4 Intro Skill

Team compositions

Best teamRecommended
Main damageEncoreLeads the damage planSetup helperChangliSets up the damage dealerSupport slotShorekeeperCompletes the team

Changli handles the main setup while Shorekeeper completes the team. Encore prefers Changli or Fusion helpers, with Sanhua as an easy-to-build quick helper.

Second-best teamStrong alternative
Main damageEncoreLeads the damage planSetup helperBrantSets up the damage dealerSupport slotVerinaCompletes the team

Brant handles the main setup while Verina completes the team. Encore prefers Changli or Fusion helpers, with Sanhua as an easy-to-build quick helper.

Easy-to-build teamFree / low-rarity
Main damageEncoreLeads the damage planSetup helperSanhuaSets up the damage dealerSupport slotBaizhiCompletes the team

Sanhua handles the main setup while Baizhi completes the team. Encore prefers Changli or Fusion helpers, with Sanhua as an easy-to-build quick helper.

Other compatible teammatesMore options

Use these grouped options to understand the wider roster around the complete teams above.

Setup optionsChoose a helper that matches the damage plan.
Support optionsChoose the sustain or final support shown in a reviewed team.

These characters appear in reviewed teams, but every possible combination is not guaranteed. Use the complete teams above as the safest starting point.

New player reading guide

If you are only checking Encore before selecting your Resonators, read the best team as a target, not a requirement. Missing Changli or Shorekeeper is normal; the team helper can turn your owned roster into a practical substitute.

BiSBest in slot: usually the strongest listed weapon for the character.SonataThe Echo set bonus you are trying to activate.Echo costThe cost pattern for your five equipped Echoes, such as 4-3-3-1-1.Main EchoThe Echo you usually place in the active main Echo slot.

Encore guide overview

Encore is a Fusion Main DPS in Wuthering Waves. Its recommended build starts with Stringmaster, while its Echo plan uses Molten Rift. The guide also covers stat priorities, compatible teammates, and a practical rotation.

Quick build

Role
Main DPS
Team type
Fusion Carry
Best weapon
Stringmaster
Alternate weapons
Rime-Draped Sprouts / Whispers of Sirens / Radiant Dawn
Sonata
Molten Rift
Echo cost
4-3-3-1-1
Main Echo
Nightmare: Inferno Rider
Main stats
CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG / Fusion DMG / ATK% or Energy Regen

Stat priority

  • Priority 1: Energy Regen until satisfied
  • Priority 2: CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG
  • Priority 3: ATK%
  • Priority 4: Basic Attack DMG Bonus
Investment guide

Sequence overview

Each Sequence level comes from duplicate copies of this Resonator. Expand a level for the exact in-game effect and use the short line for a quick read.

6Sequence nodes
Main Damage DealerPowerful damage dealerBasic Attack DMGDeals higher Basic Attack DMG
S1 to S6

Sequence effects

S1Wooly's Fairy TaleWhen Basic Attack hits a target, Encore's Fusion DMG Bonus is increased by 3%, stacking up to 4 time(s) for 6s.

When Basic Attack hits a target, Encore's Fusion DMG Bonus is increased by 3%, stacking up to 4 time(s) for 6s.

S2Sheep-counting LullabyEncore additionally restores 10 Resonance Energy when casting Basic Attack Wooly Strike or Resonance Skill Energetic Welcome.…

Encore additionally restores 10 Resonance Energy when casting Basic Attack Wooly Strike or Resonance Skill Energetic Welcome. This can be triggered once every 10s.

S3Fog? The Black Shores!The DMG multiplier of Heavy Attack Cloudy Frenzy and Heavy Attack Cosmos Rupture is increased by 40%.

The DMG multiplier of Heavy Attack Cloudy Frenzy and Heavy Attack Cosmos Rupture is increased by 40%.

S4Adventure? Let's go!Heavy Attack Cosmos Rupture increases the Fusion DMG Bonus of all team members by 20% for 30s.

Heavy Attack Cosmos Rupture increases the Fusion DMG Bonus of all team members by 20% for 30s.

S5Hero Takes the Stage!Resonance Skill DMG Bonus is increased by 35%.

Resonance Skill DMG Bonus is increased by 35%.

S6Woolies Save the World!During Resonance Liberation Cosmos Rave, Encore gains 1 stack(s) of "Lost Lamb" every time she deals damage, each stack increasing her ATK by 5% for 10s, stacking up to 5 time(s).

During Resonance Liberation Cosmos Rave, Encore gains 1 stack(s) of "Lost Lamb" every time she deals damage, each stack increasing her ATK by 5% for 10s, stacking up to 5 time(s).

Reviewed for Version 3.5 · public game data and guide references. Calculation sources are noted where they directly inform a recommendation.

Simple play pattern

  • Set up both teammates before giving Encore the main damage window.
  • Use the listed Sonata and main Echo as the first build target, then improve substats slowly.
  • If the team feels stressful, use the helper to choose a real healer or safer third slot.

Build priority

Difficulty
Beginner friendly
Safety
Bring a healer if learning
Data note
Reviewed for Version 3.5

Encore can work well, but build priority depends heavily on your owned teammates and weapons.

Encore FAQ

What is the best Encore build in Wuthering Waves?

Encore's recommended WaveKit setup is Fusion DPS Build, using Stringmaster, Molten Rift, and Nightmare: Inferno Rider as the main Echo target.

What stats should Encore use?

Start with CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG / Fusion DMG / ATK% or Energy Regen. If the rotation feels uncomfortable, improve Energy Regen or defensive comfort before chasing perfect substats.

What teams work with Encore?

A recommended team is Encore / Changli / Shorekeeper. WaveKit can also suggest owned alternatives through the team helper.

Is Encore beginner friendly?

Encore's current difficulty is listed as Beginner friendly. If you are learning, pair them with safer sustain or defensive support.