Qingxiao’s banner is called Wind of Transcendence and launched on August 20, 2026 with Version 3.6 Phase 1.
Phase 1 ends around September 10, 2026 — roughly three weeks to pull.
4-star rate-ups: Yangyang, Baizhi, and Sanhua.
Her signature weapon Glint of Clouds runs on a separate Weapon Convene (Absolute Pulsation) alongside Denia’s weapon Forged Dwarf Star.
Denia reruns in the same phase — ideal timing to build the full Tune Strain core.
5-star pity is 80 pulls. Losing the 50/50 guarantees the featured character on the next 5-star pull.
Qingxiao works fine at S0 — you do not need Resonance Chains to make her effective.
Phase 2 (from Sep 10) features Jingran, Hiyuki, and Mornye — plan your Astrites carefully across both phases.

Wuthering Waves Qingxiao banner is one of the most anticipated limited-character Convenes in Version 3.6. Whether you are ready to pull right now or still deciding if she is worth your Astrites, this guide covers everything — banner dates, the pity system, 4-star rate-ups, weapon banner details, what Denia’s rerun means for your team, and a clear pull recommendation. If you want to know how to build her once you get her, read the full Qingxiao build guide and check what materials you need to farm after pulling.

You can also visit the official Wuthering Waves website for announcements, or download the game on Google Play.

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Qingxiao Banner Name and Release Date

Qingxiao’s Featured Resonator Convene is titled Wind of Transcendence. It launched on August 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM (UTC+8) as part of Version 3.6 Phase 1. Players in the Americas had access from the evening of August 19 due to time zone differences. The banner is expected to run until September 10, 2026, when Phase 2 of Version 3.6 begins.

That gives you roughly three weeks to pull Qingxiao before her banner closes. Phase 2 starts immediately after Phase 1 ends, so if you miss this window, she will not be available again until a future rerun in a later version.

Qingxiao Banner Full Details – Phase 1 at a Glance

Banner name: Wind of Transcendence
Featured 5-star: Qingxiao (new debut)
Rerun 5-star on same phase: Denia (False Promise for Tomorrow banner)
4-star rate-up Resonators: Yangyang, Baizhi, Sanhua
Phase 1 start: August 20, 2026
Phase 1 end: ~September 10, 2026
Weapon Convene (Absolute Pulsation): Glint of Clouds (Qingxiao’s signature Sword) + Forged Dwarf Star (Denia’s signature Rectifier)
4-star weapon rate-ups: Commando of Conviction, Fusion Accretion, Helios Cleaver

Qingxiao Weapon Banner – Glint of Clouds

Qingxiao’s signature weapon Glint of Clouds runs on a separate Weapon Convene called Absolute Pulsation. This is a 5-star Sword that is her best-in-slot weapon by a wide margin. It provides high Crit Rate, an ATK boost, and stacks Aero DMG Bonus each time she applies Tune Strain – Shifting — up to 5 times. At max stacks, the buff duration extends and she gains DEF ignore on all Aero damage.

Important: 5-star weapons are NOT available on the character banner (Wind of Transcendence). You must pull on the Absolute Pulsation Weapon Convene separately to get Glint of Clouds. These are two different banners that run in parallel during Phase 1, and each has its own separate pity counter.

Denia’s signature weapon Forged Dwarf Star (a Rectifier) also runs on the same Weapon Convene alongside Glint of Clouds. If you are pulling on the weapon banner, be clear about which weapon you want — the Weapon Convene does not let you choose between the two 5-stars. Both are on the same banner, and which one you get is random on your 5-star pull.

Wuthering Waves Pity System Explained

If you are new or returning to the game, here is how the pity system works for Qingxiao’s banner:

5-Star Pity

The hard pity for a 5-star is 80 pulls. You are guaranteed a 5-star at pull 80 at the latest.
There is a 50/50 system. On your first 5-star pull from the banner, you have a 50% chance of getting Qingxiao. If you lose the 50/50, the next 5-star you pull is guaranteed to be Qingxiao.
In the worst case — losing the 50/50 — you may need up to 160 pulls (two full pity windows) to guarantee Qingxiao. That is approximately 25,600 Astrite.
Pity carries over between banners. If you pulled on a previous limited banner and did not get a 5-star, those pulls count toward your current pity on the new banner.
If you previously lost your 50/50 on another limited banner, you are guaranteed the featured character on your next 5-star pull. This guarantee also carries over.

4-Star Pity

You are guaranteed a 4-star or better every 10 pulls.
There is a 50% chance that the 4-star will be one of the rate-up characters (Yangyang, Baizhi, or Sanhua). If you get an off-rate 4-star, your next 4-star is guaranteed to be one of the rate-up characters.

Weapon Convene Pity

The weapon banner operates on the same pull mechanics but with a separate pity counter from the character banner.
Weapon 5-star pity is also 80 pulls, with a 50/50 between Glint of Clouds and Forged Dwarf Star.
Weapon pulls do not share pity with the character banner. Keep your budgets separate.

What Currency Do You Need to Pull Qingxiao?

Wuthering Waves uses two main pull currencies:

Astrite — The premium currency. 160 Astrite can be converted into 1 Radiant Tide (1 pull on a limited banner).
Radiant Tides — Used specifically for Featured Resonator Convenes like Wind of Transcendence.
Forging Tides — Used for Featured Weapon Convenes like Absolute Pulsation. Do not mix these up — they are separate currencies for separate banners.
Lustrous Tides — Used for the permanent Standard Convene. Not relevant to Qingxiao’s limited banner.

Check your inventory and make sure you are spending the right tide type when pulling. Radiant Tides go on the character banner, Forging Tides go on the weapon banner. Spending the wrong currency is one of the most common mistakes in Wuthering Waves.

Denia Rerun – Why It Matters for Qingxiao Owners

One of the biggest pull-planning factors for Version 3.6 Phase 1 is that Denia is rerurning at the same time as Qingxiao. These two characters have a natural team synergy — Denia is Qingxiao’s best-in-slot sub-DPS. Her Tune Strain application, universal damage amplification, and Off-Tune Level acceleration are exactly what Qingxiao needs to maximize Mindlock stacking.

However, they are on separate character banners — Wind of Transcendence (Qingxiao) and False Promise for Tomorrow (Denia). Each has its own independent pity. Pulling for both in the same phase means you are splitting your Astrites across two banners, which significantly increases the total cost.

If you own neither character, here is the decision:

If you can only pull one: pull Qingxiao first. She is the new carry and her banner closes in Phase 1. Denia has had reruns before and will get more in the future.
If you can pull both: this is the most efficient version of the 3.6 investment. Qingxiao + Denia is her strongest team core, and getting both in Phase 1 sets you up to add Mornye from Phase 2 to complete the best team composition.
If you already own Denia: skip her rerun entirely and put all Astrites toward Qingxiao (and her weapon if budget allows).

Phase 2 Banners – What Comes After Qingxiao

Phase 2 begins around September 10, 2026, and runs until September 29–30, 2026. It is the heavier spending phase of Version 3.6, with three separate 5-star Resonator banners running at once:

Jingran — New debut. 5-star Fusion Broadblade Main DPS. His banner is called Where Santu Beckons.
Hiyuki — Rerun. 5-star Glacio Sword Main DPS built around Glacio Chafe damage. Her first rerun. Banner: Thousand Futures Mirrored in Snow.
Mornye — Rerun. 5-star Fusion Broadblade support. The best healer for Qingxiao’s team. Banner: Distant May the Starlights Be.

Phase 2 Weapon Convene features: Jingran’s signature Thousandfold Deliverance, Hiyuki’s signature Frostburn, and Mornye’s weapon Starfield Calibrator.

Phase 2 4-star rate-ups: Mortefi, Aalto, and Yuanwu.

If you are planning to pull Mornye from Phase 2 for Qingxiao’s team, save enough Astrites after Phase 1. Mornye + Qingxiao is a strong combination even without Denia, and Mornye’s S1 is a particularly large upgrade for the team.

Should You Pull Qingxiao in Version 3.6?

Yes — with clear conditions on both sides.

Pull Qingxiao If:

You want a top-tier Aero Main DPS and don’t already have one you’re happy with.
You own or plan to pull Denia or Lynae — she needs a Tune Strain applier to hit her ceiling.
You own or plan to pull Mornye from Phase 2 — she is Qingxiao’s best support.
You enjoy aerial combat mechanics and mechanically rich characters.
You want a character that performs well at S0 without needing Resonance Chains to be effective.
You are a new or mid-game player who needs a strong carry to push endgame content.

Skip or Wait If:

You do not have Denia, Lynae, or Mornye and cannot pull any of them — her damage falls off without Tune Strain support.
Your Astrite budget is limited and you are saving for a character in Version 3.7 (Hsin) or beyond.
You already have a well-invested Aero carry and do not need another DPS in the same role.
You play heavily in Whimpering Wastes — Qingxiao underperforms in wave-based content where Tune Strain is hard to maintain.
You are a new player who would benefit more from universal supports like Shorekeeper or Mornye first.

Pull Priority Order for Version 3.6

If you are trying to figure out who to pull across the full version, here is the general priority ranking based on long-term account value:

1. Mornye (Phase 2) — Universal healer and Tune Strain support. Works in almost every team in the game. Her S1 is one of the best Sequence investments available.
2. Denia (Phase 1 rerun) — Best-in-slot sub-DPS for Qingxiao and other Tune Strain carries. Pull if you don’t own her.
3. Qingxiao (Phase 1) — Premium Aero DPS. Pull if you have (or plan to pull) Tune Strain supports.
4. Jingran (Phase 2) — Strong Fusion DPS but more niche. Pull if you like HP-scaling carries.
5. Hiyuki (Phase 2 rerun) — Best Glacio DPS in the game and her first rerun. Pull if you missed her original banner.

Should You Pull Glint of Clouds (Signature Weapon)?

Glint of Clouds is Qingxiao’s best weapon by a wide margin. It provides Crit Rate, ATK%, stacking Aero DMG Bonus, and DEF ignore — all of which interact directly with her core rotation. If you plan to invest in Qingxiao long-term, this weapon is the single biggest DPS upgrade you can make after getting the character herself.

However, the weapon banner is an expensive additional investment. Here is how to decide:

Pull the weapon if: Qingxiao is your main DPS investment for the foreseeable future, you have already secured Qingxiao herself, and your Astrite budget comfortably covers both without compromising Phase 2 pulls for Mornye.
Skip the weapon if: Your Astrites are tight, you still need Denia or Mornye, or you are saving for a future character. Qingxiao is viable with free-to-play alternatives like Lumingloss or Emerald of Genesis.

The priority order is always: character first, supports second, signature weapon third. Never pull the weapon if it means missing the character or her essential teammates.

How Many Pulls Does Qingxiao Cost?

Here is a realistic breakdown of Astrite needs for different spending levels:

Minimum (win 50/50): ~80 pulls / ~12,800 Astrite to guarantee Qingxiao at soft pity.
Average (accounting for 50/50 variance): ~100–130 pulls / ~16,000–20,800 Astrite is what most players spend.
Worst case (lose 50/50): Up to 160 pulls / ~25,600 Astrite to guarantee Qingxiao.
With signature weapon (Glint of Clouds): Add another 80–160 pulls on the weapon banner for an additional 12,800–25,600 Astrite.
Pulling both Qingxiao and Denia: Budget for two separate 50/50 guarantees — treat them as independent costs because they use separate pity counters.

How to Farm Astrite Fast Before Phase 1 Ends

If you are short on pulls before Phase 1 closes, here are the fastest ways to earn Astrite in Version 3.6:

Complete all Version 3.6 events. Six events run across the full patch window. Many of them have large Astrite rewards tied to completing daily or weekly tasks. Start these immediately.
Clear new exploration content. The Ren Realm area and new Xuanfang zones have supply chests and new world quests with Astrite rewards.
Finish the 3.6 main story quests. Chapter IV Act III and Chapter IV Segue both provide completion rewards.
Complete Daily Missions and Weekly Challenges every day. Daily and weekly content is the most consistent source of Astrite over a three-week window.
Claim the login event (Gifts of Drifting Mist). The 7-day login event gives daily rewards from the moment the patch starts.
Redeem livestream codes. The 3.6 special broadcast dropped three codes — HEARTOFSWORD, ETERNALFLAME, and THEANSWER — worth a combined 300 Astrite. Redeem them through in-game Settings before they expire.
Clear Tactical Hologram and endgame content. Monthly resets on endgame modes drop Astrite for new clears.

Qingxiao Banner – Key Dates Summary

Version 3.6 launch: August 20, 2026, 11:00 AM (UTC+8)
Wind of Transcendence (Qingxiao) starts: August 20, 2026
Phase 1 ends / Phase 2 begins: ~September 10, 2026
Version 3.6 ends: ~September 29–30, 2026
Phase 2 banners (Jingran, Hiyuki, Mornye): September 10 – September 29/30, 2026

Qingxiao Banner – 4-Star Characters Guide

The three 4-star rate-up characters on Qingxiao’s banner are Yangyang, Baizhi, and Sanhua. Here is a quick summary of each and how they fit into Qingxiao’s teams:

Yangyang — 4-star Aero Sword. An early-game Aero support. She does not contribute Tune Strain synergy and is not a natural fit in Qingxiao’s optimal teams, but she is useful for newer players building their roster.
Baizhi — 4-star Glacio Rectifier healer. A good free healer for players who don’t own Verina, Mornye, or Shorekeeper. She can slot into Qingxiao’s budget team as a sustain option.
Sanhua — 4-star Glacio Sword sub-DPS. Sanhua is the most valuable 4-star on this banner for Qingxiao owners. She provides Basic Attack DMG buffs and fast rotation swaps, making her a reliable sub-DPS in Qingxiao’s hypercarry team when premium supports aren’t available.

If you are still missing Sanhua from your roster, Qingxiao’s banner is a great opportunity to obtain her through rate-up 4-star pulls.

Qingxiao Banner – Common Questions

Is Qingxiao’s banner still active?

Qingxiao’s banner (Wind of Transcendence) runs from August 20 to approximately September 10, 2026. Check the in-game banner page for the exact remaining time on your server.

Can I get Denia on Qingxiao’s banner?

No. Denia is on a separate banner called False Promise for Tomorrow. The two banners run at the same time during Phase 1 but are completely separate with their own independent pity counters. You must choose which banner to pull on, or split your pulls across both.

Can I get Glint of Clouds on Qingxiao’s character banner?

No. 5-star weapons are only available on the Featured Weapon Convene (Absolute Pulsation). Pulling on Wind of Transcendence will never give you Glint of Clouds.

Does pity reset after Phase 1?

No. Pity carries over from limited banner to limited banner. If you did not get a 5-star during Phase 1, those pulls roll over to the next limited banner you pull on.

When will Qingxiao rerun?

No official rerun date has been announced. Based on Wuthering Waves’ typical banner cycle, a rerun usually comes within two to four versions after a character’s debut. If you want Qingxiao, pulling in Phase 1 is the safest option.

Is Qingxiao worth pulling for F2P players?

She is strong at S0 and does not require her signature weapon to function. However, she needs Tune Strain teammates (Denia, Lynae, or Mornye) to hit her ceiling. F2P players who cannot pull those supports may find her harder to fully optimize. If you are strictly F2P, check whether you can pair her with existing roster members before spending your saved Astrites.

Wuthering Waves Qingxiao Banner Guide – Dates, Pity, 4-Stars & Should You Pull

Qingxiao Banner Name and Release Date

Qingxiao Banner Full Details – Phase 1 at a Glance

Qingxiao Weapon Banner – Glint of Clouds