Lupa
Who is Lupa?
Lupa is a 5★ Havoc Sub-DPS and Fusion team buffer using a Sword who introduced a brand-new archetype to Wuthering Waves: the Wolflame resource system. Her kit revolves around building 50 Wolflame points to access Wolf's Gnawing — a Stamina-consuming Heavy Attack that deals Fusion DMG and marks enemies. She is best known as Encore's new top teammate, surpassing Sanhua by providing higher Fusion DMG buffs, extra DMG Amplification, and effectively doubling the output of sub-DPS teammates like Sanhua in Mono Fusion compositions. She is viable even without her signature weapon.
Kit Summary
Deals Fusion DMG and generates Wolflame resource stacks; primary method to reach the 50-point threshold.
Lupa holds up to 100 Wolflame; when reaching 50, Heavy Attack is replaced by Wolf's Gnawing — consuming Stamina to deal Fusion DMG and marking the target for 8 seconds. Lupa restores 15 Wolflame per Wolf's Gnawing hit.
AoE Fusion burst that deals Fusion DMG and activates a team-wide Fusion DMG Amplification buff for the rotation; central to Mono Fusion compositions.
Swap-in Fusion strike that immediately generates Wolflame stacks.
Grants the incoming Resonator a Fusion DMG Amplification, synergising with Encore's Fusion damage loop.
Build Guide
🔮 Best Relic / Echo Set
Inferno Rider Echo (main slot) with Molten Rift (5pc) — Fusion DMG Bonus and Heavy Attack DMG amplification; optimal for her Wolf's Gnawing Fusion Heavy Attack chain.
⚔ Best Light Cone / Weapon
Signature Sword (5★) — high Base ATK, Fusion DMG Bonus, and bonus DMG Amplification passive; maximises Wolf's Gnawing and Encore synergy. F2P: Commando of Conviction (4★ craftable Sword) — ATK% base stat works for Lupa's damage loop without signature investment.
📊 Substats Priority
👥 Best Teams
Encore Core: Lupa + Encore + Verina (Lupa Fusion Amp; Encore Main DPS; Verina ATK buff and healing)
Mono Fusion: Lupa + Galbrena + Mornye (Lupa Sub-DPS; Galbrena Main DPS; Mornye Tune Break)
F2P Verdict
Limited 5★ banner resonator. Commando of Conviction is craftable and functions well for Lupa. F2P Fusion team: Lupa + Encore + Verina is described on Prydwen as a brilliant F2P option, improving further with Shorekeeper replacing Verina if available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Lupa replace Sanhua in Encore teams?
Yes, in most situations. Lupa provides higher Fusion DMG-related buffs than Sanhua especially with her Signature Weapon, delivers an extra 7% DMG Amplification, and effectively doubles Sanhua's damage output if both are run together in a triple DPS Mono Fusion setup. Sanhua remains a valid budget replacement if Lupa is unavailable.
What is the Wolflame system?
Lupa accumulates Wolflame through her Resonance Skill and other hits. At 50 Wolflame, her Heavy Attack becomes Wolf's Gnawing — a Stamina-consuming Fusion Heavy Attack that marks enemies and restores 15 Wolflame per hit. Managing Wolflame generation and Stamina together is her core optimization loop.
Can Lupa work without her Signature Weapon?
Yes. Prydwen confirms she is fantastic with F2P and higher-invested teammates alike. Commando of Conviction covers her damage floor. The Signature provides a noticeable buff upside but is not required for endgame viability.