It’s 2026, and Wuthering Waves has officially settled into its groove as the go-to gacha for folks who like parry-heavy combat and a world where grim reapers hand out flowers. With the Rinascita storyline delivering more twists than a hurricane, the community’s hunger for future banners has reached a fever pitch. Thanks to a fresh wave of leaks (shout-out to the ever-reliable Stepleaker), the roadmap from version 2.4 through 2.7 is looking juicier than a primo-geode payout. The roster appears stacked with beloved NPC graduates, mysterious newcomers, and at least one elusive gentleman who refuses to show his face. So, buckle up—here’s everything we think we know about the next few waves of Resonators, complete with weapon guesses, team comp daydreams, and a healthy dose of hopium.

Version 2.4: The Wind Princess and a Fiery Enigma

The 2.4 update is reportedly bringing two new 5-star units, and one of them needs no introduction. Cartethyia finally steps off the NPC bench and into the playable spotlight. Anyone who suffered through Rinascita’s emotional gut punches will remember her as the enigmatic swordswoman who floated through cutscenes like she owned the place. Now she’s expected to wield an actual sword as an Aero DPS. Given her story presence, she’ll likely bring some graceful mid-air combos and enough wind blades to make a leaf blower jealous. If her kit mirrors her cinematic flair, expect high mobility, plunge attacks, and possibly a resonance liberation that makes screenshots mandatory.

Joining her is Lupa, a character so fresh that dataminers are still scratching their heads. She’s allegedly a 5-star Fusion Resonator armed with a Broadblade. The absence of any in-game appearances has turned speculation into a sport—some imagine a fire-wreathed berserker, others a smith-themed heavy hitter. Whatever she becomes, Fusion mains will finally have a new toy to pair with their Encore or Mortefi setups. A Fusion Broadblade also hints at slow but devastating charged swings, possibly filling a hypercarry or off-field burn enabler role. Just don’t be shocked if her story quest drops more lore bombs than a black hole.

Version 2.5: The Lily Blooms and a Four-Star Mystery

If there’s one name that has sent excitement levels through the ceiling, it’s Phrolova. Long the object of fan art and FAQ threads, the Havoc queen is finally slated for a 5-star release in 2.5. Her signature Red Spider Lily has always hinted at control over Tacet Discords, so it’s no surprise that she’s pegged as a Havoc unit—likely a Rectifier user. A caster-type Havoc dps? Yes, please. We can already picture her flinging shadowy petals that inflict debuffs and summon echoes. Whether she’ll be an on-field damage dealer or a sub-dps support will determine how many astrites evaporate. Keep your panic-pulls ready.

Alongside Phrolova, version 2.5 is expected to deliver a new 4-star female Resonator—and that’s more significant than it sounds. The entire Rinascita region has so far been a 5-star fiesta, making this the first 4-star debut in the area. Details are nearly nonexistent (leakers, we’re begging you), but she could be an off-rate consolation prize for those whose pull luck ran out chasing Phrolova. A versatile support or a dedicated amplifier would be the dream, especially since 4-stars in Wuwa have often punched above their weight class (yes, we see you, Yangyang).

Version 2.6: Lightning and Wind, Blade and Fist

The 2.6 update is rumored to introduce a pair of 5-star powerhouses: Augusta and Younuo.

• Augusta is apparently as electric as a static shock: a 5-star Electro Broadblade user. The combination immediately conjures images of a thunderclap-wielding knight, perhaps with parry mechanics that chain lightning. Electro teams have been craving a fresh on-field carry, and a Broadblade provides the weighty, screen-shaking hits that make bosses flinch.

• Younuo complements the lineup as a 5-star Aero Gauntlets fighter. With Cartethyia already using a sword for Aero, Younuo fills a different niche—likely a rapid-hitting melee scrapper who juggles enemies with wind-imbued punches. We wouldn’t be surprised if her kit centers around accumulating wind stacks for a tornado-like finisher. Pair her with any Aero buffers, and you’ve got a monsoon on demand.

Both characters are expected to appear in the 2.4 narrative, so players will get a taste of their personalities before their banners drop. Smart move, Kuro—let us fall for them first, then drain our savings.

Version 2.7: The Mysterious Gentleman

Finally, version 2.7 is currently listed with only one known addition: a 5-star male Resonator shrouded in complete anonymity. Not a name, not an element, not even a weapon peek. The sheer lack of intel has turned this into a community meme—some say it’s a returning Calcharo-level cryptid, others hope for a frosty support to round out their freeze comps. What we do know is that male 5-stars in Wuwa tend to arrive with a fanfare (Jiyan, anyone?), so expectations are high. If he’s the final puzzle piece of the Rinascita saga, his kit might tie the entire region’s lore together. Until then, he remains the ultimate joker in the banner pack.

Leak Disclaimer: Your Hopium May Vary

As always, all this information comes from the leak dimension, where week-old spreadsheets can vanish faster than a dodge window. Release windows, rarities, and weapon assignments can shift like sand in a Tacet Field. Kuro Games might reshuffle the order, bump a character to a later patch, or blindside us with a surprise crossover. Approach with a grain of salt and stockpile those astrites wisely. Still, if even half of this roadmap holds true, the next few months of Wuthering Waves will have ample reasons to keep your controller charged and your pity counter tracking every pull.

So, who’s top of your must-pull list? The elegant Cartethyia? The Havoc goddess Phrolova? Or are you holding out for the great unknown man of 2.7? Whatever your choice, may your 50/50 victories be plentiful and your standard banner spooks merciful. See you in Solaris-3, resonator.

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