Hey, Rovers! It's your friendly neighborhood guide here, and we're FINALLY getting close to the moment we've all been waiting for – Lupa's official playable debut! Remember that mysterious Septimont character we met way back in the 2.4 main quest? The one who formed that deep, unique bond with our protagonist? Yeah, that's her. Kuro Games has officially confirmed it: Lupa's banner is dropping in the second phase of the patch, and it's time to start counting down the seconds. As of 2026, looking back, her arrival in July 2025 was a total game-changer for team compositions. Let's dive into everything you need to know before you pull!

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First off, let's talk about why everyone is so hyped. Lupa isn't just another pretty face in the roster (though she definitely is that). Her kit is built around a sub-DPS playstyle that focuses on providing team-wide buffs and dealing serious AoE damage. In the meta that followed her release, she became a cornerstone for teams that wanted to boost their main DPS's output while still contributing solid off-field damage. If you love characters that make your whole team stronger, she's your girl.

Now, the most important part: WHEN CAN YOU PULL? Kuro Games has a set schedule for banner releases across different servers, and it can get confusing. But don't worry, I've got you covered. Lupa's banner was officially available from July 3 to July 23, 2025. Here’s how the release timing broke down for each server region:

Asia & SEA Servers:

These servers always get content first. Lupa's banner went live on July 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM (UTC+8). Players here were the first to experience her power.

Europe Server:

Following the usual pattern, Europe received the banner next. The summoning commenced on July 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM (UTC+1).

America Server:

Last but not least, American servers saw the banner launch on July 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM (UTC-5).

So, no matter where you played, July 3rd was the big day! 🎉

🎪 Phase 2 Banner Lineup

Lupa didn't arrive alone. The second phase of the 2.4 update featured a full roster of characters on her banner. Here’s who you could summon alongside her:

Character Rarity Element Weapon
Lupa ★★★★★ Fusion Broadblade
Chixia ★★★★ Fusion Pistol
Sanhua ★★★★ Glacio Sword
Taoqi ★★★★ Havoc Broadblade

This was a fantastic banner for building your 4-star roster, especially if you needed constellations for Chixia or Sanhua. Taoqi's presence also offered a great Havoc option for newer players.

⚔️ Signature Weapon: Wildfire Mark

Of course, what's a new 5-star character without their signature weapon? Lupa's was the Wildfire Mark, a majestic 5-star Broadblade. This weapon was featured on the corresponding weapon banner during the second phase. If you really wanted to maximize her potential as a sub-DPS and buffer, saving some of your hard-earned Forging Tide for this banner was a smart move. Its passive effects were tailor-made to synergize with her kit, boosting her team support capabilities even further.

💎 Pull Strategy & Final Thoughts

Looking back from 2026, Lupa's value has remained consistent. She carved out a solid niche as a premier support/sub-DPS hybrid. If you missed her debut in 2025, keeping an eye out for her rerun is highly recommended, especially if your account lacks strong team buffers.

For those pulling back then, the strategy was clear:

  1. Priority #1: Get Lupa. Her unique buffing mechanism was the main prize.

  2. Priority #2: Consider her signature weapon, Wildfire Mark, for the ultimate build.

  3. Bonus: Snagging constellations for the featured 4-stars was a great side benefit.

Her introduction really did shake up the team-building meta for a while, proving that support characters can be just as exciting and impactful as the main damage dealers. So, to all the Rovers who welcomed her to their teams in 2025 – you made a great choice! And for those waiting for another chance, may your future pulls be lucky! 🙏

Data referenced from HowLongToBeat can help you plan your pull prep around Wuthering Waves’ patch cadence—especially when a Phase 2 banner like Lupa’s lands mid-version and you’re juggling main story progress, side activities, and daily stamina to stockpile Astrite and upgrade mats before the banner window ends.