New Insider Channel Weapons vs. Old and Standard Weapons

This article provides a systematic comparison of the newly released New Insider Channel Battle Pass Weapons in Wuthering Waves against the previous old weapons and the standard 5-star weapons. The goal is to offer players a scientific reference for pulling and development decisions. The analysis covers all weapon types, including Broadblades, Swords, Gauntlets, Rectifiers, and Pistols, evaluating them based on multiple dimensions such as Base ATK, Sub-stat, Special Effect, versatility, and acquisition cost.

Sword

New (Feather Edge) vs. Old (Lumingloss)

Feather Edge	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit Rate +20.2% Effect: Increases ATK by 23% and Resonance Liberation DMG by 34%.
Lumingloss	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 387 Substat (Lv. 90) : ATK +36.4% Effect: Increases Basic Attack and Heavy Attack DMG by 64%.

The new weapon has advantages in Base ATK and Sub-stat. While its Special Effect numbers seem slightly lower, the ATK% boost has higher versatility. Overall, the new weapon is recommended. For new players or those lacking suitable 4-star weapons, this new Sword is a good transitional choice, as its CRIT sub-stat significantly reduces building difficulty.

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New (Feather Edge) vs. Standard (Emerald of Genesis)

Feather Edge	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit Rate +20.2% Effect: Increases ATK by 23% and Resonance Liberation DMG by 34.5%.
Emerald of Genesis	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 587 Substat (Lv. 90) : Crit Rate +24.3% Effect: Increases Resonance Skill DMG Bonus (Reso Skill DMG Bonus) by 12.8% and ATK by 12%.

Reaching Rank 5 on the new Battlepass weapon requires a significant time investment (approximately 5 months) for what is only a marginal upgrade over the standard weapon, making it a generally not cost-effective choice. Players who already have decent 5-star weapons or have limited resources should not feel pressured to get the new Battlepass weapon. If you already own the standard weapon, there's no need to specifically aim for the new Battlepass Broadblade.

 

Broadblade

New (Aureate Zenith) vs. Old (Autumntrace)

Aureate Zenith	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit DMG +40.5% Effect: Using the Resonance Liberation immediately boosts ATK by 23% and Heavy Attack DMG by 34.5%.
Autumntrace	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90) : Crit Rate +20.3% Effect: Increases ATK by 64% (requires stacking, takes 5 seconds).

The new weapon requires no stacking and includes a Heavy Attack DMG bonus. After considering ATK% dilution, its benefits are superior. The new weapon is recommended. For players pursuing peak performance for specific characters where the new weapon's effect is a perfect match (like for Jiyan or Augusta), investing in it can be considered.

 

New (Aureate Zenith) vs. Standard (Lustrous Razor)

Aureate Zenith	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit DMG +40.5% Effect: Using the Resonance Liberation immediately boosts ATK by 23% and Heavy Attack DMG by 34.5%.
Lustrous Razor	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 587 Substat (Lv. 90) : ATK +36.4% Effect: Increases Reso Skill DMG Bonus by 12.8% and Resonance Liberation DMG by 21%.

Lupa, Calcharo: Recommended to use the Standard weapon.

Jiyan, Augusta: Recommended to use the new Battlepass weapon. When choosing a weapon, be sure to consider your main DPS character and their primary damage type.

 

Gauntlets

New (Aether Strike) vs. Old (Stonard)

Aether Strike	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit DMG +40.5% Effect: Increases ATK by 23% and Resonance Liberation DMG by 34.5% (a total of 3.5% more).
Stonard	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90) : Crit Rate +20.3% Effect: Increases Resonance Liberation DMG by 54%.

The new weapon is slightly better and recommended. The CRIT sub-stat provided by the new series is very valuable and can effectively reduce the pressure of building good Echoes (Artifacts). If your character's CRIT stats are low, the new weapon is a great supplement.

 

New (Aether Strike) vs. Standard (Abyss Surges)

Aether Strike	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit DMG +40.5% Effect: Increases ATK by 23% and Resonance Liberation DMG by 34.5% (a total of 3.5% more).
Abyss Surges	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 587 Substat (Lv. 90) : ATK +36.4% Effect: Increases Reso Skill DMG Bonus by 12.8%, Basic Attack DMG by 20%, and Resonance Skill DMG by 20%.

Main DPS relying on Resonance Liberation: Recommend the new Battlepass weapon.

Characters who rely on Basic Attacks or Resonance Skills: It is recommended to use the Standard Weapon. Investing your resources into character leveling, Echo farming, and other areas might be a more cost-effective approach.

 

Rectifier

New (Radiant Dawn) vs. Old (Augment)

Radiant Dawn	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit DMG +40.5% Effect: Using a Resonance Skill increases ATK and Basic Attack DMG by 28.8% each (approx. 57.6% total).
Augment	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90) : Crit Rate +20.3% Effect: Using Resonance Liberation increases the wielder's ATK by 48% for 15s.

Cantarella: The new Battlepass weapon is better.

Phrolova: The old Battlepass weapon is more suitable. When considering old Battlepass weapons, Augment remains a versatile choice.

 

New (Radiant Dawn) vs. Standard (Cosmic Ripples)

Radiant Dawn	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit DMG +40.5% Effect: Using a Resonance Skill increases ATK and Basic Attack DMG by 28.8% each (approx. 57.6% total).
Cosmic Ripples	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 500 Substat (Lv. 90) : ATK +53.9% Effect: Increases Reso Skill DMG Bonus by 12.8% and Basic Attack DMG (up to 16% at max stacks).

The new weapon offers higher numerical values, but the standard weapon provides Reso Skill DMG Bonus, which is better for characters like Cantarella who lack this stat. If your Echo Sub-stats provide enough Resonance Skill DMG Bonus, you can choose the new weapon. Remember to consider the 5-version stacking time cost; this is a long-term investment that requires careful planning.

 

Pistol

New (Solar Flame) vs. Old (Thunderbolt)

Solar Flame	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit Rate +20.2% Effect: Increases ATK and Heavy Attack DMG by 28.8% each.
Thunderbolt	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 387 Substat (Lv. 90) : ATK +36.4% Effect: Increases Resonance Skill DMG by 69%.

The old weapon only suits Main DPS characters who rely on Resonance Skill damage. The new weapon includes an ATK% bonus and has slightly better versatility. The new weapon is recommended. Its CRIT sub-stat can effectively reduce building difficulty, making it a good transitional choice for new players.

 

New (Solar Flame) vs. Standard (Static Mist)

Solar Flame	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 412 Substat (Lv. 90): Crit Rate +20.2% Effect: Increases ATK and Heavy Attack DMG by 28.8% each.
Static Mist	Base ATK (Lv. 90): 587 Substat (Lv. 90) : Crit Rate +24.3% Effect: Increases Reso Skill DMG Bonus by 12.8%. Using an Outro Skill then increases the next character's ATK by 10% (the wielder does NOT get this ATK bonus).

If the character's damage aligns with Heavy Attacks, the new weapon is better. Otherwise, the difference is minimal. The standard weapon requires pulling from the standard banner, while the new Battlepass weapon is easier to obtain at a lower cost. Choose based on your needs. Players with limited resources do not need to insist on obtaining the new Battlepass Pistol.

 

Conclusion

New vs. Old: The new Battlepass weapons are generally superior to the old ones in terms of Base ATK, Sub-stats, and Special Effect design, especially the CRIT sub-stats and the lack of stacking mechanisms providing significant improvements.

New vs. Standard: Standard weapons generally have higher base stats, but the new Battlepass weapons' Special Effects might surpass them under specific conditions (e.g., at Rank 5, or with specific character synergy). This needs to be considered alongside character needs and costs.

Overall Pulling Advice: Prioritize weapon choice based on your Main DPS's damage type. Standard weapons are sufficient for most scenarios. The new Battlepass weapons require 5 versions to max out and are only recommended for players planning long-term investment to strengthen specific characters. For any player, balancing resources across characters, weapons, Sonatas, and other dimensions will always be the most cost-effective strategy.

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