Wuthering Waves Lupa Ascension Guide: Resonator, Signature Weapon & Forte Materials Collection Guide

Version 2.4 saw the arrival of the "Lone Wolf" of Septimont, Lupa, a 5-star Fusion Resonator wielding a Broadblade, who shook up the meta in Version 2.4. With the release of V3.1, Lupa is once again available to pull on the feature banner. She brings a ferocious, high-risk playstyle that rewards aggressive combat, making her a must-pull for players who love burst damage, especially for players looking to pair a fusion sub DPS with the new character, Aemeath. However, unlocking her true potential requires preparation. You need to gather resources now to be able to build and use her in high-level content.

If you’re looking to get more information about Wuthering Waves, feel free to check out the related guides below:

• Wuthering Waves Aemeath Build Guide: Best Weapons, Teams, and Echoes
• Wuthering Waves Luuk Herssen Guide: Best Teams, Echoes, and Weapons

These guides can help you boost your progress and enhance your overall gameplay experience.

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You could also directly download Wuthering Waves PC on MuMuPlayer if you don’t want to miss out on the latest game updates.

The Complete Shopping List: What You Need to Hoard

Maxing out a character is an expensive endeavor. Before we look at where to find everything, you need to know exactly how much to save. To take Lupa from Level 1 to 90 and fully tune her forte circuit and signature weapon, you are looking at a bill of over 3 million Shell Credits.

On top of the currency, you will need to stockpile specific monster drops and plants. This Lupa ascension materials list is hefty, so start saving your Waveplates now. You will need a mix of Howler Cores for her skills, Whisperin Cores for her weapon, and the regional specialty, Bloodleaf Viburnum.

Ascension Materials For Lupa: Achieving Level 90 and Maxing Out the Forte Circuit

Lupa’s growth depends on four main resource categories. While leveling up gives her the base stats she needs to survive, her real power comes from upgrading her Forte Circuit.

Level 0-90 Material Requirements

To ascend Lupa through all six phases, this Lupa ascension guide recommends gathering the following:

• 4 LF Howler Cores
• 12 MF Howler Cores
• 12 HF Howler Cores
• 4 FF Howler Cores
• 46 Unfading Glory (Boss Drop)
• 60 Bloodleaf Viburnum (Local Specialty)
• 170,000 Shell Credits (Ascension fees only)

Forte Circuit Requirements

To max out her skills to 10/10/10, specifically her Shewolf’s Hunt and Wolflame abilities, the cost increases significantly. You will need:

• 25 LF / 28 MF / 40 HF / 57 FF Howler Cores
• 26 The Netherworld's Stare (Weekly Boss)
• 25 (210) / 28 (226)/ 55 (235) / 67 (239) Waveworn Residue
• 2,030,000 Shell Credits

Ascension Materials For LVL 0-90 Wildfire Mark

Lupa’s signature weapon, the Wildfire Mark, is a Broadblade that provides a massive Crit DMG boost. A common mistake players make is farming the wrong mob drops for weapons. Unlike Lupa herself, who needs Howler Cores, her weapon requires Whisperin Cores.

Total Requirements for Level 90:

• Whisperin Cores: 6 LF, 6 MF, 10 HF, 12 FF.
• Waveworn Residue: 6(210) / 8 (226)/ 6 (235) / 20 (239) Waveworn Residue
• 330,000 Shell Credits.

Foraging the Region: Unfading Glory and Bloodleaf Viburnum Locations

Unfading Glory

This material drops from the Lioness of Glory, a boss located in the northwest of Septimont. You can unlock this fight after the "Shadow of Glory" storyline. At SOL-3 Phase 7, you get about 2 to 3 drops per run, so plan for roughly 20 runs to get the 46 items needed for Wuthering Waves Lupa.

Bloodleaf Viburnum

This red plant grows on the cliffs of the Border Mountains and the Vale of Glory.

• Farming Route: There are about 50 nodes you can harvest in the open world.
• Shop: You can buy 15 units weekly for shell credits from the Silver Helmet Shop in Septimont. This is a great time-saver.

Farming for Resources: Mob Drops

Waveworn Residue (210, 226, 235, 239)

These masks are the standard upgrade material for Broadblades. You farm them in the Forgery Challenge: Eroded Ruins. The drop rate for the Gold-tier mask is low, so use the Synthesizer to convert your lower-tier masks into the higher ones.

Netherworld’s Stare

This is the hardest gate to pass. It drops from Hecate in the weekly challenge "Beyond the Crimson Curtain". Since you can only claim rewards three times a week, it will take several weeks to max out the skills for Wuthering Waves Lupa.

Howler Cores

These biological cores drop from beast-like enemies.

• Best Targets: Violet/Cyan-Feathered Herons and Dreadmane (Wolf) packs.
• Locations: The Dim Forest and Central Plains are full of these enemies. Herons are especially good because they often drop higher-tier Blue or Purple cores.

Efficient Farming Routine & Resource Management

Don't waste your time running around aimlessly. Follow this simple loop:

1. Weekly: Defeat Hecate on Monday for The Netherworld's Stare.
2. Daily: Spend your Waveplates on the Lioness of Glory boss until you have 46 Unfading Glory. Once finished, switch to the Eroded Ruins for weapon mats.
3. The 15-Minute Run: Collect Bloodleaf Viburnum in Septimont and buy the stock from the Silver Helmet Shop.
4. Synthesis: Always craft your LF and MF cores into HF and FF versions to keep your inventory clean.

Playing Wuthering Waves on PC Using MuMuPlayer

Grinding for Wuthering Waves Lupa requires a lot of time and investment. You’ll be out collecting materials and farming mobs for resources. While doing all that, your phone will reach its limits, and you’ll have to halt your progress to charge your phone’s battery or to cool down your phone. But by playing the game on a PC with MuMuPlayer, you can enjoy Wuthering Waves at a crisp frame rate with nothing holding you back.

Key Advantages of Playing Wuthering Waves on PC Using MuMuPlayer

Playing Wuthering Waves on Windows or macOS elevates your gameplay experience to the highest level:

• High FPS: Lupa’s combat relies on parrying. MuMuPlayer supports 120 FPS and higher, giving you smoother visuals to hit those parry windows perfectly.
• Smart Controls: You can map attacks and dodges to your keyboard and mouse, giving you PC-level precision.
• Multi-Instance: If you have an alt account, you can run two instances of Wuthering Waves at once without lag.
• Smooth Gaming Sessions: With MuMuPlayer, you can play long sessions of Wuthering Waves without having to deal with battery drain or thermal throttling, ensuring your gameplay remains smooth and uninterrupted.

Conclusion

Getting Lupa ready for battle takes a lot of resources, but the payoff is worth it. She is a powerhouse that rewards preparation. By following this guide and securing your 46 Unfading Glories and Wildfire Mark materials early, you will be ready to dominate with your new fusion team. Whether you are farming on mobile or enjoying the superior experience on PC, a fully built Wuthering Waves Lupa is a force to be reckoned with.