Wuthering Waves' upcoming big Anniversary patch is almost here, and with it, 2 new characters Zani and Ciaccona. Both their kits have already been revealed in the recent beta, and in this article, Gurugamer is going to compile all information available.
Zani: 5-Star Spectro Gauntlet User
Zani, a Montelli Family employee from Rinascita, was drip-marketed on April 2, 2025, and confirmed as a 5-star Spectro Resonator wielding Gauntlets. Introduced in the Version 2.0 storyline, she’s depicted as a disciplined, routine-driven character who briefly acted as Rover’s bodyguard. Leaks suggest she’s a main DPS with potential shielder utility, tied to her in-game appearance with a massive shield during the Rinascita quest. Her kit is rumored to revolve around the “Spectro Frazzle” mechanic, a status effect introduced with Phoebe in Version 2.1, which amplifies Spectro damage over time.
Basic Attacks: Precision Barrage
Zani’s Gauntlet-based normals likely deliver a fast, combo-heavy sequence—think 4-5 hits with escalating damage. Leaks describe her normals as “cool” and visually distinct, possibly incorporating shield-bashing motions.
Expect a mix of punches and shield slams, dealing Spectro damage with a final hit that applies a light Frazzle stack. Speculated Damage: Around 30-40% ATK per hit, scaling to 80-100% on the finisher.
Resonance Skill: Shielded Assault
Likely a mid-range dash or slam that deploys a temporary shield (e.g., 10-15% Max HP) for Zani, absorbing damage for 5-8 seconds. Posts suggest this skill triggers Frazzle on enemies hit, stacking it 1-2 times. It might also boost her next basic attack’s damage by 20-30%. Cooldown: 12-15 seconds, typical for Gauntlet users like Yuanwu.
Visuals: Expect a Spectro-energy shield forming around her fists, with a shockwave effect.
Resonance Liberation (Ultimate): Frazzle Overload
Zani’s ultimate is rumored to be a high-impact AoE burst that “explodes” accumulated Frazzle stacks on enemies, dealing massive Spectro damage. Leaks hint at a transformation or “second form” tied to story events, possibly showing scars or energy surges. Damage could scale with Frazzle stacks—e.g., 300% ATK base + 50% per stack (max 5-6 stacks).
Energy Cost: 120-150, standard for a 5-star DPS.
Speculated Effect: Might grant a team-wide Spectro DMG bonus (10-15%) for 10 seconds post-burst, enhancing synergy with Spectro supports like Rover (Spectro).
Forte Circuit: Frazzle Accumulator
Gauntlet users often build energy or stacks via combos. Zani’s circuit likely charges by landing basic attacks or skill hits, stacking Frazzle on enemies (up to 5-6). At max stacks, her next skill or heavy attack could detonate them for bonus AoE Spectro damage (e.g., 150-200% ATK).
Passive Utility: Possible minor shield regeneration (5% HP per stack consumed) to reinforce her durability.
Intro/Outro Skills
Intro: A leaping punch that applies 1 Frazzle stack and generates 10-15 Concerto Energy.
Outro: Boosts the next character’s Crit Rate or Spectro DMG by 15-20% for 10 seconds, leveraging her DPS-to-support transition.
Playstyle and Synergy
Zani seems built as a selfish DPS who thrives on-field, stacking Frazzle to maximize her ultimate’s payoff. Her shield adds survivability, making her less reliant on healers like Verina. She’d pair well with Spectro supports (e.g., Spectro Rover, Phoebe) to amplify Frazzle uptime and with buffers like Shorekeeper for raw damage boosts. Posts note her compatibility with Spectro Rover, suggesting a flexible team role.
Ciaccona: 5-Star Aero Pistol User
Ciaccona, drip-marketed on April 3, 2025, is a 5-star Aero Resonator with Pistols, portrayed as a free-spirited bard from Rinascita. Her musical theme (violin or lute-inspired) and brief Version 2.2 appearance hint at a sub-DPS/support hybrid. Leaks from r/WutheringWavesLeaks (e.g., “Hakushin,” April 4) position her as an off-field Aero Erosion applicator—akin to a Damage-over-Time (DoT) effect—while buffing team Aero damage. Her kit ties into the Sierra Gale Echo set and synergizes with Aero DPS like Jiyan or Cartethyia.
Basic Attacks: Melodic Shots
Pistol users like Aalto fire rapid, ranged shots. Ciaccona’s normals might be a 4-hit sequence with a musical twist—e.g., each shot releases a soundwave dealing Aero damage (20-30% ATK per hit). The final shot could apply a small Aero Erosion tick (5-10% ATK over 6 seconds).
Visuals: Shots might visually mimic violin bow strokes, per her bard theme.
Resonance Skill: Harmonic Pull
Leaks suggest a grouping ability, pulling enemies into a small AoE (3-4 meter radius) and applying Aero Erosion (e.g., 20% ATK per second for 8 seconds). Posts and subreddit leaks align on this, noting it as her core support tool. It might also reduce enemy Aero RES by 10-15% for 8 seconds.
Cooldown: 15-18 seconds, balanced for off-field uptime.
Visuals: A swirling Aero vortex with faint musical notes.
Resonance Liberation (Ultimate): Symphony of Erosion
An AoE burst that amplifies existing Aero Erosion on enemies, dealing a flat Aero hit (e.g., 250-300% ATK) and boosting Erosion damage by 30-40% for 10 seconds. Leaks from “Sova” (April 4) describe a “super cool” animation, possibly with a violin flourish and lingering soundwave effects post-burst.
Energy Cost: 100-120, typical for a sub-DPS.
Buff: Likely increases team Aero DMG by 15-20% for 12 seconds, per her support role.
Forte Circuit: Resonance Strings
Ciaccona’s circuit might build stacks (e.g., “Melody Stacks,” max 5) via basic attacks or enemy hits with Erosion. At max stacks, her next skill or swap-out triggers an off-field Aero pulse (100-150% ATK) and applies bonus Erosion (10% ATK per second for 6 seconds).
Passive Utility: Could enhance her Outro skill’s buff potency based on stacks.
Intro/Outro Skills
Intro: A quick pistol volley dealing 80-100% ATK Aero damage and grouping enemies slightly, generating 10 Concerto Energy.
Outro: Boosts the next Resonator’s Resonance Liberation DMG by 20-25% (Aero-only) for 10 seconds, or applies an Aero RES shred (10-15%) to enemies.
Playstyle and Synergy
Ciaccona excels as an off-field sub-DPS, setting up Aero Erosion for main DPS like Jiyan or Cartethyia to exploit. Her grouping and RES shred make her a versatile support, while her ultimate’s buff amplifies team output. Posts highlight her synergy with Jiyan (Aero shred) and Cartethyia/Phoebe (Erosion/Frazzle overlap), suggesting she’s a glue character for Aero teams. Pair her with Verina or Shorekeeper for sustain and damage buffs.
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