Chisa Banner in Wuthering Waves: Pull Decisions, Rates & F2P

Chisa's Banner Arrives in Wuthering Waves: What Meta Players Must Know

The Horizon of Dawnbreak featured banner is now live in Wuthering Waves, headlining the exclusive 5-Star Resonator Chisa. Alongside her, 4-Star Resonators Taoqi, Yuanwu, and Aalto receive significant rate boosts—all of which could impact high-level content clears. This event, introduced with Version 2.8, is drawing attention from both F2P optimizers and deep meta theorists, due to its strict exclusivity and synergy implications.

For competitive or high-investment players, understanding pull value, resource planning, and banner mechanics is crucial. We break down what matters right now, including meta impact, pity handling, material prep, and whether this is the banner to target before the event closes on 2025-12-11 09:59 server time.

At a Glance: Horizon of Dawnbreak Banner Details

Banner Duration: Version 2.8 update – 2025-12-11 09:59 (server time)
Rate-up Units: Chisa (5★); Taoqi, Yuanwu, Aalto (4★)
Currency: Radiant Tide only; shared pity across all featured Resonator events
Hard Pity: Guaranteed 4★+ Resonator or Weapon every 10 pulls
Chisa Availability: Banner-exclusive; not obtainable elsewhere after event ends
Trial Units & Rewards: Test all boosted units in Ascendant Aces for event rewards
Waveband: Chisa’s Waveband available (limit: 2) in Afterglow Coral Store during the event

Banner Schedule & Rates

Phase	Start	End	5★ Rate-Up	4★ Rate-Ups
Horizon of Dawnbreak	Version 2.8 update	2025-12-11 09:59	Chisa	Taoqi, Yuanwu, Aalto

Pity System: Shared across all featured Resonator events. Pity progress carries until a 5-Star Resonator is obtained; resets post-pull.
4-Star+ Guarantee: At least one 4-Star or higher weapon/resonator every 10 pulls.
Exclusivity: Chisa will not return or be added to standard banners post-event. Not stated in official materials if future reruns are planned.

Should You Pull on Chisa? (F2P, Low-Spend, Meta Chasers)

F2P and Low-Spend Advice:
– Chisa’s strict event-only availability means missing her now could sideline future team comps, especially if her unique mechanics become meta for boss clears or future Resonance PvE content.
– Resource planning is essential: consider your Radiant Tide count and upcoming banners. If you're approaching 5-Star pity, timing your pulls ensures no wasted progression. With a shared pity pool (across all event Resonator banners), strategic skipping is possible—but missing Chisa forfeits her permanently.
– 4-Star rates include three units. For collection- or synergy-focused players, this is high value for broadening team options, especially given Ascendant Aces trial access (see "Events & Rewards").

Meta/Theorycraft Perspective:
– Chisa’s kit (not detailed in official sources) is highly anticipated for breaking current endgame speed records, based on internal player theorycrafting. However, any team-deciding strength is unconfirmed — subject to change until community testing in live content such as high-tier Simulated Universe/Memory of Chaos.
– Banners featuring multiple relevant 4-Stars (not just off-pool fodder) up value but can dilute targeting if you’re aiming to max a single character. Study own team gaps before hard committing.

Teams, Trial Runs & Synergy Planning

During the event, Chisa, Taoqi, Yuanwu, and Aalto can be trialed as Ascendant Aces with unique challenges. Completing these earns event-limited rewards and helps assess their fit within your roster.

Optimized Trio Example:
– Chisa (main carry or enable, pending full kit details)
– Aalto (support/breaker)
– Yuanwu or Taoqi (enhancement, utility)

Crossover comps for MoC-style content may emerge; early testing is recommended within trial runs before investing. Prospective team synergies should leverage Chisa’s event-only skills for maximum value—check in-game for up-to-date info.

Events & Rewards Breakdown

Eligibility: Union Level 8 or completion of First Resonance trial plus activation of Convene function
Trial Resonators: All rate-up units available for challenge attempts in Ascendant Aces; rewards scale with performance.
Waveband Access: Chisa’s special Waveband accessible in Afterglow Coral Store (limit 2, event-limited)
Event End: All content (banner pulls, trial access, Waveband purchases) concludes 2025-12-11 09:59 server time; not stated in official materials if Chisa or her Waveband will rerun.

Preparation Checklist (Before Pulling)

Radiant Tide Stock: Count available and forecast soft/hard pity
Materials: Begin gathering resources for immediate leveling/enhancement of new units
Daily Tasks: Engage Ascendant Aces to maximize event rewards
Trial Mode: Utilize all trial opportunities to confirm if Chisa or the rate-up 4-Stars address roster needs
Afterglow Coral: Monitor for Waveband purchase windows; do not delay if committed

Endgame Readout: Impact, Takeaways & What’s Next

Chisa’s one-time banner is a key moment for anyone seeking competitive flexibility or a diversified roster for high-difficulty content. Given the shared pity mechanism, careful tracking of pulls is imperative: F2P and low-spend players must choose between immediate meta impact and potential future banners. Remember, once this event ends, Chisa is gone, and neither she nor her Waveband can be acquired again (not stated in official materials if reruns are planned).

Expect meta shakeups as top players test Chisa in boss clears and tier lists adapt. If you’re uncertain, maximize trial runs in the event window to minimize regret. Stay tuned to EarlyGG for in-depth team builds and event breakdowns as live data emerges.

Media Note:
Main image: Official Wuthering Waves artwork for Horizon of Dawnbreak banner. (Alt text: Wide-format promo art featuring Chisa and the three boosted 4-Star Resonators, themed background sets the event tone.)

For full conditions or up-to-date drop rates, always consult the in-game Convene screen or official Wuthering Waves event site.