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Choosing the best Echo for each Resonator in Wuthering Waves is a crucial aspect of attaining optimal builds. However, with over 52 options available, each with unique attributes, sub-attributes, and classes, identifying the top-performing Echoes can be challenging. To assist with this, the following tier list helps Wuthering Waves fans prioritize the best Echoes based on their overall performance and synergies.

two echoes fighting in wuthering waves.
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Echo Tier List

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In the current META, S-tier Echoes include Crownless, Dreamless, Bell-Borne Geochelone, Inferno Rider, and Lampylumen Myriad. Following closely in the A-tier are Tempest Mephis, Feilian Beringal, Mourning Aix, Impermanenance Heron, Mech Abomination, and Chaserazor. B-tier Echoes consist of Fission Junrock, Viridblaze Saurian, Stonewall Bracer, Cyan-Feathered, and Violet-Feathered Herons, as well as Roseshroom.

Tier

Top Echoes

S

  • Crownless
  • Dreamless
  • Bell-Borne Geochelone
  • Inferno Rider
  • Lampylumen Myriad

A

  • Tempest Mephis
  • Feilian Beringal
  • Mourning Aix
  • Impermanenance Heron
  • Mech Abomination
  • Chaserazor

B

  • Fission Junrock
  • Viridblaze Saurian
  • Stonewall Bracer
  • Cyan-Feathered Heron
  • Violet-Feathered Herons
  • Roseshroom

The Criteria for Wuthering Waves’ Tier List

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The tier list on this page evaluates the performance of the best Echoes across multiple Elements. However, since most Echoes in Wuthering Waves are valuable additions to the player’s arsenal, all three tiers of the tier list (S, A, and B) represent top choices among all 52 options. Here’s what each tier signifies:

  • S-Tier: All-around perfect options with high power and interesting transformations.
  • A-Tier: Excellent early-game Echoes with significant potential.
  • B-Tier: Helpful Echoes with utility options.

Below is a table that elaborates on the tier list's rationale.

Echo

Best Feature

Rank

Crownless

Massive Havoc DMG

S

Dreamless

Massive Havoc DMG

S

Bell-Borne Geochelone

Perfect defensive synergy with most Elements

S

Inferno Rider

Can be used as a mount in the overworld

S

Lampylumen Myriad

Stunning enemies with Glacio DMG

S

Tempest Mephis

Deadly Electro DMG

A

Feilian Beringal

Reliable Aero DMG buff

A

Mourning Aix

Reliable Spectro DMG buff

A

Impermanenance Heron

Two distinct strike types (physical and projectile)

A

Mech Abomination

Two types of DPS (direct hit and explosive Mech Waste)

A

Chaserazor

Excellent AoE

A

Fission Junrock

Can be used for automated material farming

B

Viridblaze Saurian

Provides mid-range Fusion DMG projectiles

B

Stonewall Bracer

Lunges toward the enemy, dealing Physical DMG

B

Cyan-Feathered Heron

Parry and counterattack

B

Violet-Feathered Herons

Parry and counterattack

B

Roseshroom

Provides long-range Havoc DMG

B

Best Echo for Each Element

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Pairing Echoes with the right Resonators can significantly enhance their output due to their distinctive Elemental Damages. The following list suggests the best-in-class Echo option for each Resonator based on their Elements.

  • Electro (Calcharo, Yinlin, Yuanwu): Bell-Borne Geochelone.
  • Aero (Aalto, Jianxin, Jiyan, Yabgyang): Impermanenance Heron or Aero Predator.
  • Glacio (Baizhi, Lingyang, Sanhua): Lampylumen Myriad.
  • Havoc (Danjin, Havoc Rover, Taoqi): Roseshroom or Impermanenance Heron.
  • Spectro (Verina, Spectro Rover): Mourning Aix
  • Fusion (Chixia, Encore, Mortefi): Inferno Rider