Wuthering Waves 3.1 Characters, Banners & Events (March 2026) Complete Guide

Welcome to your ultimate Wuthering Waves 3.1 guide! As a seasoned RPG enthusiast who’s spent countless hours exploring Solaris-3, I’m excited to walk you through everything coming in this massive update. Version 3.1, titled “For You Who Walk in Snow,” is launching on February 5, 2026, and it’s packed with game-changing content that’ll revolutionize your Wuthering Waves experience.

Feature	Release Date	Key Highlights
New Characters	Feb 5 & 26, 2026	Aemeath (Fusion Sword) & Luuk Herssen (Spectro Gauntlet)
New Area	Feb 5, 2026	Roya Frostlands: Frostlands Surface
Free Rover Skin	Feb 5, 2026	Perpetual Spark (complete main quest)
Events	Feb 5 – Mar 18, 2026	11 total events including Moonlit Path spending event
Quality of Life	Feb 5, 2026	Faster leveling, improved bike, better performance

New Characters: Aemeath & Luuk Herssen

Aemeath – The Fusion Sword Master

Aemeath is the star of Phase 1, launching February 5th. This 5-star Fusion Resonator wields a Sword and is positioned as the primary Main DPS for Version 3.1. Once a Synchronist at Startorch Academy, she now roams Lahai-Roi as a digital ghost, visible only to Rover.

Key Features:

• Element: Fusion
• Weapon: Sword
• Role: Main DPS
• Special Mechanic: Fusion Burst effect
• Damage Source: Resonance Liberation focused
• Kit Focus: Tune Rupture Response and Tune Strain Response

Her striking pink hair and ethereal design have already captured the community’s heart, but it’s her devastating damage output that makes her a must-pull for Fusion teams.

Luuk Herssen – The Spectro Healer

Luuk Herssen arrives in Phase 2 on February 26th. This 5-star Spectro Resonator uses Gauntlets and serves as the head physician of the Resonator Nursing Unit at Startorch Academy. Don’t let his medical profession fool you – there’s much more to him than meets the eye.

Key Features:

• Element: Spectro
• Weapon: Gauntlets
• Role: Support/Healer
• Japanese VA: Shinnosuke Tachibana
• Specialty: Mental health counseling with combat prowess

Luuk brings a unique combination of healing and support capabilities that make him invaluable for team composition flexibility.

Complete Banner Schedule

Phase 1 (February 5 – February 26, 2026)

Character Banners	Weapon Banners
Aemeath (NEW)	Everbright Polestar (NEW)
Chisa (Rerun)	Kumokiri (Rerun)
Lupa (Rerun)	Wildfire Mark (Rerun)

Phase 2 (February 26 – March 18, 2026)

Character Banners	Weapon Banners
Luuk Herssen (NEW)	Daybreaker’s Spine (NEW)
Galbrena (Rerun)	Lux & Umbra (Rerun)

Signature Weapons Breakdown

Everbright Polestar (5-Star Sword)

• User: Aemeath
• Release: Phase 1
• Focus: Enhances Fusion damage and Burst effects

Daybreaker’s Spine (5-Star Gauntlet)

• User: Luuk Herssen
• Release: Phase 2
• Focus: Boosts healing and support capabilities

New Content & Features

Roya Frostlands: Frostlands Surface

The newest explorable area brings a winter wonderland to Solaris-3. This snowy region includes:

• Tidelost Forest
• Starblind Crashsite
• Mount Gjallar
• Upphaf Forest Ruins
• Frostlands Transit Port

New Main Story Quests

1. Chapter III Act III: The Star That Voyages Far
   • Features Aemeath’s story
   • Explores the Frostlands Surface
   • Unlocks free Rover skin upon completion
2. Segue: Afterstory – All That Sunlight Touches
   • Focuses on Luuk Herssen’s backstory
   • Bridges to the next chapter

Free Rover Skin: Perpetual Spark

Complete “Chapter III Act III: The Star That Voyages Far” to unlock this stylish school uniform skin for Rover. This classroom-appropriate outfit lets you fully immerse yourself in the Startorch Academy experience.

Complete Events List (11 Total)

Major Events

1. Where Stars Cascade Down – Limited-Time main event
2. Moonlit Path – Spending event with premium rewards
3. Unfrozen Traces – Area exploration event
4. Full Throttle! Bolt & Blitz! – Leisure racing event

Collection & Photo Events

5. Footprints on Frostlands – Photo collection event
6. Veins of the Frostlands – Web event

Combat & Challenge Events

7. Peaks of Prestige: Rekindled Duel – Echo combat event
8. Blade Hunter: Wilderness – Featured combat event
9. TERM-X: Outreach – Exploration combat event

Commission & Login Events

10. Lollo Campaign: Implementation – Featured commission event
11. Gifts of Soft Snow – 7-day login event

Moonlit Path Spending Event Deep Dive

The Moonlit Path event runs from February 5 to March 18, 2026, and transforms every top-up into bonus progress. Here’s the breakdown:

Tier Rewards

• Any Moonlit Rings: Lustrous Tide x1 (standard pulls)
• 30 Moonlit Rings: Radiant Tide x1 (limited pulls)
• 88 Moonlit Rings: Motorbike Accessory: Little Savior (Aemeath chibi)
• 198 Moonlit Rings: Forging Tide x2 (weapon pulls)
• 328 Moonlit Rings: Custom Livery Set: Singer in Deepspace
• 450 Moonlit Rings: 5-Star Weapon Supply Chest (selectable)
• 680 Moonlit Rings: Transducer x3 (Echo reroll items)
• 980 Moonlit Rings: Selectable 5-Star Resonator x1
• 1600 Moonlit Rings: Cosmetics Set x1

Best Value Tiers

Based on my analysis, focus on these three tiers:

1. 328 Rings – First premium flex tier
2. 450 Rings – First real account power tier
3. 980 Rings – Direct 5-star character selector

New Echoes & Sonata Effects

New Echoes (9 Total)

• Phantom Echoes: Sigillum, Iceglint Dancer
• Normal Echoes: Nameless Explorer, Reminiscence Kronaclaw, Kronablight, Glammoth, Shadow Stepper

New Sonata Effects

• Trailblazing Star
• Chromatic Foam
• Sound of True Name

Major Quality of Life Improvements

Version 3.1 brings significant gameplay enhancements:

Leveling & Farming

• Faster, easier leveling with batch Echo upgrade tools
• Simplified material farming with direct map tracking
• Improved Echo set targeting system

Expedition Motorbike Upgrades

• Glacier Track ability – Traverse across open water
• Enhanced navigation with better autopilot
• Fast travel to nearby beacons
• Improved mobile controls with optional joystick scheme

Performance Improvements

• Reduced loading stutter on PC and mobile
• Better stability on lower-spec devices
• Enhanced visuals with expanded high-end graphics support
• Expanded controller support with vibration feedback

Character Team Building Tips

Aemeath Team Compositions

Based on current meta analysis:

• Fusion Main: Aemeath + Fusion support + Flex healer + Shielder
• Burst Team: Aemeath + Tune Strain applicator + Energy battery + Flex slot

Luuk Herssen Team Compositions

• Healer Support: Luuk + Main DPS + Sub DPS + Flex
• Spectro Teams: Luuk + Spectro DPS + Elemental applicator + Shielder

Rerun Character Analysis

Chisa (Phase 1)

Despite her DPS appearance, Chisa is actually a Hybrid Support who excels at:

• Team damage amplification through healing
• Debuff application
• Defense manipulation
• Negative status effect boosting

Lupa (Phase 1)

A solid Fusion Support who provides:

• Team-wide Fusion resonance bonuses
• Respectable personal damage
• Broadblade utility for team positioning

Galbrena (Phase 2)

A Fusion Main DPS featuring:

• Pistol weapon type with unique mechanics
• Echo Skill focused damage
• Heavy Attack scaling
• Strong single-target and AoE capabilities

Free-to-Play Strategy Guide

Astrite Management

With 11 events running simultaneously, prioritize:

1. Moonlit Path for maximum value
2. Where Stars Cascade Down for main rewards
3. Login events for guaranteed pulls
4. Photo/collection events for easy completion

Pull Strategy

• Phase 1: Focus on Aemeath if you need a Fusion DPS
• Phase 2: Consider Luuk if lacking healers/supports
• Weapon Banners: Only pull if you have the respective character

Advanced Tips & Tricks

Echo Farming Optimization

• Use the new batch upgrade tools for multiple Echoes
• Target Phantom Echoes first for unique abilities
• Focus on new Sonata effects for meta advantages

Exploration Efficiency

• Master the Glacier Track ability for water traversal
• Use enhanced fast travel between beacons
• Explore Frostlands Surface systematically for hidden rewards

Combat Optimization

• Practice Aemeath’s Fusion Burst timing
• Learn Luuk’s healing rotation for team sustainability
• Master new Echo combinations for maximum damage

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Wuthering Waves 3.1 release?

Version 3.1 launches on February 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM China Standard Time (February 4 at 10:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM PST).

How do I get the free Rover skin?

Complete the main quest “Chapter III Act III: The Star That Voyages Far” to unlock the Perpetual Spark outfit for free.

Is Aemeath worth pulling for?

Yes! Aemeath is positioned as the primary Main DPS for Version 3.1 with excellent Fusion damage output and burst capabilities.

What’s the best value in Moonlit Path event?

The 980 Moonlit Rings tier offers the best value with a selectable 5-star character, followed by 450 Rings for the weapon chest.

How long does each banner phase last?

Each phase runs for approximately 21 days, with Phase 1 from Feb 5-26 and Phase 2 from Feb 26 to Mar 18.

Are there any new game modes?

While no completely new game modes were announced, the 11 events provide diverse gameplay experiences from combat challenges to exploration and collection activities.

Conclusion

Wuthering Waves 3.1 is shaping up to be one of the most substantial updates yet, offering something for every type of player. Whether you’re a free-to-play enthusiast focused on maximizing value, a whale chasing meta-defining characters, or a casual explorer wanting to experience the new story content, this update delivers.

The combination of two powerful new characters, a massive new snowy region, quality-of-life improvements, and the generous Moonlit Path spending event makes Version 3.1 a must-play update. The enhanced performance and expanded controller support also show Kuro Games’ commitment to improving the overall player experience.