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With the launch of Wuthering Waves Version 3.3, Hiyuki has quickly become one of the most talked-about characters in the game. Between her elegant swordplay, dual-form combat system, and devastating Glacio burst damage, she is already being viewed as a premier main DPS for high-end content.

But Hiyuki is not a character you can build carelessly. Her kit rewards precision, proper rotations, and strong stat optimization.

Here is everything you need to know to build Hiyuki correctly.

Who Is Hiyuki?

Hiyuki is a 5-star Glacio Sword Resonator designed primarily as a main DPS focused on Resonance Liberation damage and stance-switching mechanics.

Her gameplay revolves around alternating between:

• Present Self
• Foreclaimed Self

This dual-state system allows her to build resources before unleashing massive burst windows through enhanced attacks and Resonance Liberation combos.

She also introduces the Glacio Chafe mechanic, a system that synergizes heavily with team rotations and coordinated damage.

In simple terms:
Hiyuki is a high-skill Glacio hypercarry built for players who enjoy technical combat and explosive damage windows.

Skill Priority (What to Upgrade First)

If you want to maximize Hiyuki’s damage, prioritize the parts of her kit tied directly to her burst rotations.

Recommended Upgrade Order:

1. Resonance Liberation
2. Forte Circuit
3. Resonance Skill
4. Basic Attack
5. Intro Skill

Most of her damage comes from Liberation-enhanced combos and stance transitions, making those upgrades far more important than her Intro Skill.

Best Weapons for Hiyuki

Best-in-Slot Weapon

Frostburn

Hiyuki’s signature sword, Frostburn, is widely considered her best weapon by a significant margin. It boosts CRIT stats while heavily amplifying her Liberation-focused playstyle.

The weapon synergizes perfectly with:

• Burst rotations
• Glacio damage amplification
• Her dual-form mechanics

If you plan to fully invest in Hiyuki, Frostburn is the ideal pickup.

Strong Alternative Weapons

• Emerald of Genesis
• Ages of Harvest
• Lunar Cutter

These alternatives still perform well if you lack her signature weapon.

Best Echo Set

Best Sonata Set

Wishes of Quiet Snowfall

This is currently considered Hiyuki’s strongest Echo set because it directly supports:

• Glacio damage
• Resonance Liberation scaling
• Consistent DPS uptime

Best Echo Stats

Main Stats

• 4 Cost: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
• 3 Cost: Glacio DMG Bonus
• 3 Cost: Glacio DMG Bonus or ATK%
• 1 Cost: ATK%
• 1 Cost: ATK%

Substat Priority

1. CRIT Rate
2. CRIT DMG
3. Energy Regen
4. Resonance Liberation DMG Bonus
5. ATK%

Many players in the community recommend aiming for:

• Around 70–75% CRIT Rate
• High CRIT DMG investment
• Enough Energy Regen for smooth Liberation uptime

How to Play Hiyuki

Hiyuki’s gameplay loop is centered around building resources before entering her stronger combat state.

Core Rotation:

1. Build Dedication through attacks and skills
2. Use Resonance Skill to transition states
3. Enter Foreclaimed Self mode
4. Trigger enhanced attacks and Liberation burst
5. Repeat during buff windows

Her kit rewards:

• Proper timing
• Rotation discipline
• Team coordination

Best Team Compositions

Hiyuki performs best with teammates who:

• Amplify Glacio damage
• Extend buff windows
• Help trigger her Glacio Chafe interactions

Popular Team Options

• Hiyuki + Lynae + Chisa
• Hiyuki + Shorekeeper + Support DPS

Many community discussions currently point toward Lynae and Chisa as one of her strongest live team combinations.

Some players also believe future characters may improve her teams even further as the Glacio archetype expands.

Final Thoughts

Hiyuki represents everything players love about Wuthering Waves combat design: speed, precision, style, and rewarding mastery. Whether you are pulling for her incredible visuals or her top-tier damage potential, building her correctly can completely transform your experience with the game.

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