Wuthering Waves has officially introduced Phrolova’s weapon and attributes, generating excitement for her upcoming banner in Version 2.5. In this update, fans can anticipate the release of only one new character, despite several new units expected throughout the game’s 2.0 cycle.
Since its launch in May 2024, Wuthering Waves has added a total of 35 playable characters, with Cartethyia being the latest addition. Following her identity revelation in the Rinascita storyline, Cartethyia quickly became a fan favorite, establishing herself as a top-tier unit within the game.
Recently, Kuro Games confirmed that another beloved character, Phrolova, will finally make her long-awaited appearance. Building Cartethyia effectively focuses on maximizing her critical hit potential and HP to utilize her abilities fully.
Wuthering Waves has been sharing official promotional images of Phrolova via their Twitter account, solidifying her debut as a 5-Star Rectifier unit with a Havoc attribute. For the first time, the illustrations showcase Phrolova without her eye bandages, revealing her striking heterochromia and blood tears while she wields her signature weapon, the Lycoris.
This weapon allows her to summon and control Tacet Discords, with her character description noting her music’s ability to “bridge the gap between life and death.” Phrolova is the first of six characters scheduled for introduction in Version 2.5 and beyond. Despite her role as a main antagonist, Phrolova has gained immense popularity among fans since the early days of Wuthering Waves.
Players initially encountered her in Huanglong, where she single-handedly triggered a Tacet Discord outbreak. She reappears in Rinascita, where her conspiracies with Cristoforo are thwarted by Rover.
Hints in the recent story trailer suggest that players will soon uncover more about her complex history. While many fans have responded positively to Phrolova’s marketing, some expressed disappointment over there being no additional units released alongside her in Version 2.5.
Until Phrolova’s debut, players can still utilize Cartethyia in current banners before her departure on July 3.