Complete Build Guide • Wuthering Waves Version 3.1 • February 2026
SS-Tier • Fusion • Sword • Main DPS • 5★ Limited Banner
Overview
Aemeath is a SS-Tier Fusion Main DPS introduced in Wuthering Waves Version 3.1 and is widely regarded as the strongest DPS unit in the current meta. She wields a sword and operates in two distinct damage modes — Tune Rupture and Fusion Burst — giving her versatility that few characters in the game can match.
Her core damage comes from a two-cast Liberation system: the first cast puts her into Mech form and builds Resonance Rate stacks, while the second cast — triggered after a full Forte gauge — delivers a massive Liberation finisher nuke that defines her damage ceiling. Paired with the right supports such as Lynae, Mornye, or Shorekeeper, Aemeath can clear all endgame content including the Tower of Adversity with ease.
Important: Aemeath has a high skill ceiling. Her rotation is complex and requires deliberate practice to execute properly at full efficiency. She is not a beginner-friendly pick, but mastering her rotation delivers top-tier results that justify the investment.
⚡ Why Aemeath Dominates Version 3.1
What separates Aemeath from every other DPS in 3.1:
- Dual damage mode flexibility — fits into Tune Rupture and Fusion Burst comps
- Liberation finisher nuke — the single highest-multiplier ability in Version 3.1
- Works at S0 — strong even without Resonance Chain investment
- Synergises with top 3.1 supports — Lynae, Mornye, Shorekeeper, Lupa all enhance her
- Mech form aerial mobility — exploration bonus unique to her kit
Strengths & Weaknesses
✓ Strengths
- ✓ Highest Liberation damage ceiling in Version 3.1
- ✓ Dual mode system — Tune Rupture and Fusion Burst
- ✓ Strong single-target and AoE damage
- ✓ Highly effective at S0 — no chains required
- ✓ Fits into multiple meta team archetypes
- ✓ Mech form offers aerial exploration advantage
✗ Weaknesses
- ✗ High skill ceiling — not beginner-friendly
- ✗ Complex rotation — mistakes cut DPS significantly
- ✗ Requires significant on-field time — not a swap DPS
- ✗ Signature weapon provides a large power spike
- ✗ Fusion Burst mode underperforms without Fusion supports
- ✗ Energy management needs practice for Liberation uptime
Dual Damage Modes
Aemeath’s defining mechanic is her ability to switch between two combat modes, each completely altering her team synergy and damage application.
▶ Tune Rupture Mode
- Applies Tune Rupture — Shifting to enemies
- Best for single-target boss fights
- Stable, consistent damage output per rotation
- Amplified by supports who trigger Tune Rupture Interfered
- Recommended mode for most endgame content
💥 Fusion Burst Mode
- Applies Fusion Burst status to enemies
- Best for multi-target and wave-based content
- Short explosive burst windows with AoE coverage
- Pair with Fusion-oriented supports for peak value
- Ideal when exploiting enemy vulnerable phases
Skill Breakdown
Standard 4-hit sword combo in human form. Switches to Mech form attacks during Liberation state. Builds Synchronization Rate (0–200 pts) for Forte Circuit activation. Essential for filling the gauge each rotation.
Activated after reaching 100 Sync Rate via Basic Attack 4. Executes a dual-form special attack, consumes all Sync Rate, and grants 1 Resonance Rate stack. Key to accumulating the 4 stacks needed for Liberation Cast 2.
Dual-gauge system — Synchronization Rate (0–200) and Resonance Rate (0–4). Filling both triggers Instant Response mode, enabling a fast-charging Heavy Attack that instantly maxes the Forte gauge for the Liberation finisher.
Two-cast system. Cast 1 puts her in Mech form and generates 2 Forte Stars. Cast 2 — after 4 Resonance Rate stacks and full Forte — delivers the massive Liberation nuke finisher. This is her primary damage window.
Triggers Starlome Acceleration, granting 2 Resonance Rate stacks immediately when followed by Liberation Cast 1. Low personal damage but critical rotation enabler — always use before Liberation every cycle.
Exits after Liberation finisher. Provides team-wide buffs based on active mode. Smooth transition back to supports to maintain rotation cycling. Keep rotations clean to access Outro quickly and pass buffs to teammates.
Skill Leveling Priority
| Priority | Skill | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| ★★★★★ 1st | Forte Circuit | Backbone of her kit — governs mode-switching and hosts the highest damage multipliers in her entire kit |
| ★★★★★ 1st | Resonance Liberation | Primary damage source — the Liberation finisher nuke is her entire power budget. Level alongside Forte |
| ★★★★ 2nd | Resonance Skill | Enhances rotation fluidity; contributes to Resonance Rate accumulation and overall DPS |
| ★★★ 3rd | Basic Attack | Required for Synchronization Rate buildup; secondary priority after main combat skills |
| ★ Last | Intro Skill | Functions as a rotation trigger only — minimal personal damage scaling, level last |
Best Weapons
| Weapon | Rarity | Substat | Key Passive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everbright Polestar | 5★ Sig | Crit Rate 24.3% | +12% All DMG. On Tune Rupture or Fusion Burst: Liberation DMG ignores 32% DEF & 10% Fusion RES for 8s |
| Blazing Brilliance | 5★ | Crit DMG | Strong Crit DMG and ATK boost passives that synergise with her Liberation-focused damage kit |
| Emerald of Genesis | 5★ | Crit Rate 24.3% | +12.8% Energy Regen. Resonance Skill grants +6% ATK ×2 stacks. Helps maintain Liberation uptime |
| Feather Edge | 4★ | Crit Rate 20.3% | On Liberation cast: +7.2% ATK and +10.8% Liberation DMG Bonus for 15s. Best non-5★ option |
⚠ Signature Weapon Priority
The signature Everbright Polestar provides a significant damage jump due to its DEF-ignore and RES-ignore effects on Liberation — these are among the rarest damage modifiers in the game. Without the signature, Blazing Brilliance and Emerald of Genesis are very close alternatives at S0 and allow competitive clearing of all content.
Best Echo Sets
Trailblazing Star
2-PC: Fusion DMG +10%
5-PC: Inflicting Fusion Burst or Tune Rupture grants +20% Crit Rate and +20% Fusion DMG Bonus for 8 seconds — perfect synergy with her mode mechanics
Molten Rift
2-PC: Fusion DMG +10%
5-PC: +40% Fusion DMG Bonus (always active). Solid fallback option; slightly lower ceiling than Trailblazing Star but easier to obtain good sub-stats on
Echo Main Stats Priority
| Echo Slot (Cost) | Main Stat | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Main Echo (4-Cost) | Sigillum Echo | Grants +25% Resonance Liberation DMG Bonus when equipped as main slot by Aemeath — non-negotiable |
| 4-Cost Echo | Crit Rate or Crit DMG | Whichever keeps your ratio closest to 1:2 (Crit Rate : Crit DMG) |
| 3-Cost Echo | Fusion DMG Bonus | Directly amplifies all Fusion-based damage from her entire kit |
| 1-Cost Echoes ×2 | ATK% | Universal scaling that benefits every part of her kit |
Echo Sub-Stats Priority
| Sub-Stat | Priority | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crit DMG | ★★★★★ Top | Primary DPS scaling stat — stack heavily once Crit Rate is secured |
| Crit Rate | ★★★★★ Top | Reach 70–80% before prioritising Crit DMG |
| ATK% | ★★★★ High | Solid filler; benefits all damage types in her kit |
| Energy Regen (120%) | ★★★ Mid | Helps maintain Liberation uptime — do not exceed 120% threshold |
| Liberation DMG Bonus | ★★★ Mid | Directly boosts her primary damage type; good if available on sub-stats |
⚠ Echo Stat Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not stack Crit DMG without securing at least 70% Crit Rate first
- Do not over-invest in Energy Regen beyond 120% — it weakens her DPS ceiling
- Avoid HP, DEF, or Healing Bonus sub-stats — they provide zero value to her kit
Optimal Damage Rotation
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Liberation Cast 1
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3× Basic Attacks
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Resonance Skill
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3× Basic Attacks
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Resonance Skill
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Hold Heavy Attack
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Instant Response Mode
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🔥 Liberation Cast 2 — NUKE
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Outro Skill
Key Notes: Intro Skill activates Starlome Acceleration, granting 2 Resonance Rate stacks immediately when Liberation Cast 1 follows. After Liberation 1, alternate 3 Basic Attacks + Resonance Skill twice to reach 4 Resonance Rate stacks. Hold Heavy Attack to trigger Instant Response for a fast-charging charged attack that instantly fills the Forte gauge. Liberation Cast 2 is the primary nuke window — ensure all buffs from supports are active before triggering it.
Best Team Compositions
★ Premium — Tune Rupture (Best)
🔥 Mono Fusion / Fusion Burst
✅ F2P / Budget Team
⚡ Negative Status Comp
Resonance Chain (Sequence Nodes)
| Node | Name | Effect | DMG Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | Stellar Cadence | Increases Tune Rupture and Fusion Burst application efficiency; additional DMG Bonus for Liberation | +~15% |
| S2 | Radiant Pulse | Removes teammate requirement from Inherent Skill — enables self-activation of 60% Crit DMG and Liberation DMG Deepen | +28.9% |
| S3 | Harmonious Arc | Increases Resonance Rate gain rate — speeds up rotation cycle considerably | +~18% |
| S4 | Ethereal Waltz on Binary Tides | Team-wide buff: boosts Fusion DMG for all members during rotation window | Team Buff |
| S6 | Starlume Zenith | Liberation DMG drastically increased. Tune Rupture and Fusion Burst can now Crit with fixed 80% Crit Rate and 275% Crit DMG | +68.9% |
✓ Recommended Sequence Priority
S0R1 > S2R1 > S3R1 > S6R1 — S2 is the strongest early breakpoint, enabling self-buff activation without teammate requirements. S6 is extremely powerful but not necessary for clearing endgame content at S0.
Ascension & Skill Materials
| Material | Quantity | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Shell Credits | 3,053,300 | General farming / Daily activities |
| LF / MF / HF / FF Exoswarm Core | 29 / 40 / 52 / 61 | Exoswarm enemies in Version 3.1 region |
| Basic / Advanced / Premium Resonance Potion | 2 / 2 / 121 | Tacet Discord drops, Synthesis |
| Broken / Mono / Poly / Layered Wing Polarizer | 25 / 28 / 55 / 67 | Weekly boss drops & elite enemies |
Should You Pull Aemeath?
🔥 Pull If…
- ✓ You want the strongest Fusion DPS in Version 3.1
- ✓ You enjoy mastering complex, rewarding rotations
- ✓ You already have Lynae, Mornye, Lupa, or Shorekeeper
- ✓ You want to excel in Tower of Adversity & endgame modes
◯ Skip If…
- ✗ You prefer simple, swap-style DPS characters
- ✗ You already have Cartethyia or Phrolova and don’t need another Fusion DPS
- ✗ You lack her core supports — Lynae and Mornye especially
The Verdict
🏆 The SS-Tier Meta Queen of Version 3.1
Aemeath earns her SS-Tier ranking as the highest Liberation damage ceiling unit in Wuthering Waves Version 3.1. Her dual damage mode system, combined with one of the game’s most impactful nuke windows, makes her the strongest Fusion DPS currently available.
What makes her exceptional: The combination of a self-sufficient two-cast Liberation nuke, flexible dual-mode synergy with both Tune Rupture and Fusion Burst teams, and strong S0 performance without requiring chain investment creates a character that rewards mastery generously.
Final Recommendation: Aemeath is a must-pull for endgame-focused players. Use Feather Edge if no 5-star is available, farm Trailblazing Star echo set, and prioritise the Lynae + Mornye team for the best Tune Rupture results. Master the rotation and she will carry you through all of Version 3.1’s hardest content.
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