The best version Encore in Wuthering Waves – weapons, echoes and team comps

Encore's ability to deal monstrous amounts of damage – especially after activating Cosmos Rave – sets it apart as the best main Fusion DPS in Howling Waves. But given the specifics of her kit, she can also be considered one of the most difficult characters to build in the game.

So you can unlock its full potential and teach everyone on your path to stop judging a book by its cover, here's the best version of Encore. Howling Waves.

The best weapons for Encore

The best weapon for Encore in Howling Waves is the 5 star Cosmic ripples. Rectifier shines, considering its high ATK and ability to improve its energy regeneration by 12.8%.

Cosmic Ripples also allows him to increase his base attack damage by 3.2% after hitting enemies with them. The buff can stack five times for a 16% increase in DMG. The batteries can be triggered in 0.5 second intervals and will last for eight seconds each. All values ​​shown above refer to the weapon at rank 1.

Once the weapon debuts as part of the second wave of version 1.0 banners, Yinlin's signature weapon, Master of the ropes, will become the best for Encore. The weapon will provide a huge critical rate (36% at level 90). On the field, Stringmaster will also grant him a 12% increase in Fusion DMG and a 24% increase in ATK after performing his skill twice.

Best 4 Star and FP2 Alternatives

Battle Pass exclusivity Increase is my top 4 star choice for Encore. Rectifier is the only 4-star in the game with a Critical Rate substat and will provide him with a 15% ATK boost after casting his Resonance Release. This is huge, as it will increase his damage in Cosmos Rave.

If the above is not an option for you, the best alternative and F2P choice for Encore is also 4 Star. Guardian of Jinzhou. At level 90, the weapon will provide him with a large amount of attack thanks to its base value of 387 and ATK substat of 36.4%. When equipped, Encore will also be able to obtain an 8% ATK and 10% HP buff using its introductory skill (R1).

Best sonatas and echoes for Encore

Like all Fusion DPS, the best Sonata for Encore is a Molten Rift 5 Piece Set. Sonata will provide a 10% increase in Fusion DMG and allow Encore to increase the buff to 40% by simply performing its Resonance skill. The 30% Fusion buff will last for 15 seconds. On the echo side, I recommend that you opt for the Hell Rider as main thanks to its 12% Fusion and Basic Attack DMG buff. For the remaining places, opt for the usual formation of two Elites and two Common Echoes.

Encore's best stats and sub-stats

As you can see in the image above, the best primary stat for the Inferno Rider will be Critical Rate, we will then use two pairs of Fusion DMG and ATK for the remaining choices. For sub-stats, I recommend prioritizing Critical Rate, Critical DMG, Energy Regen, ATK, and Base ATK DMG Bonus. Don't neglect ER, as you'll need at least 120% of it to make its release available at the start of each rotation.

With its fast attack speed, it's essential that you also increase Encore's critical rate to at least 50-60%. Remember, the ability to produce large numbers will only matter if you can consistently replicate the feat.

Best teams for Encore in Wuthering Waves

Thanks to her reliance on basic attacks in her Resonance Release state, the best team for Encore will feature her as the primary DPS and Sanhua as the primary support. Sanhua excels here, giving it the ability to provide Encore with a 38% increase in its base attack DMG Deepen after performing its Outro skill. She is also able to effortlessly fill her concerto gauge and is at her best during rapid rotations.

For the healer position, Verina is my top choice. Considered the best in the game, it will offer a consistent amount of off-field healing, the ability to revive, and a handy universal DMG Deepen buff. If you don't have our top picks, Mortefi and Baizhi would be my top picks respectively.