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Time of India
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Wuthering Waves Augusta release date, character details and more
Image via: Kuro Games Causing Ripples in the rich Resonator Universe, Wuthering Waves cannot resist dazzling the players with a new character of brawling eminence: Augusta. Starting with a teaser on July 29, 2025, Augusta is slated to join the character line-up from Version 2.6 onwards, ultimately entering with Phrolova and the rest post the 2.4 Livestream. But Augusta truly offers a much more grandiose lore presence and gameplay influence than being any regular face in the Resonator line. A Leader Forged in Battle and Politics By Wuthering Wave lore, Augusta is no mere fighter. Being the Ephor of Septimont-a very traditional land, where people earn positions on intellect, power, and victories fought through the arena. She is described as the most powerful gladiator and the most excellent strategist: a rare combination of raw might and political cunning. Having once been a Grand Agon champion,the combat-heavy tradition that lies at the heart of Septimont's existence and culture, she gained glory and unquestionable influence. Ties to Iuno and the Temple of Septimont The handling of Septimont politics is a bit more complicated for Augusta, with some decisions standing on either side of Iuno, often the mysterious Priestess of the Temple of Septimont. The duo can be seen as strategic partners in all things ritual, philosophy, and law: Augusta is meant to be the strong arm and head of state, while Iuno's insight provides a link to the more subtle spiritual currents of the region. Together, the two present an imposing power over the fate of Septimont. One would expect their storyline to be integrated into quests or character missions where one must choose between brute justice and some other form of ritualistic balance, perhaps a pivotal choice defining Augusta's arc in subsequent builds. AUGUSTA FIGHTS WITH A GRIFFON! l Wuthering Waves 2.6 Drip Marketing What We Know About Her Gameplay (So Far) Her element and weapon type still remain a mystery, but in all probability, the Augusta kit will carry some elements to complement her burst combat, buffs, or field control. Being a former champion of Agon and a present-day Ephor means her combat style may reward stellar decision-making and battlefield dominance. Now that Version 2.6 is fast approaching, Augusta is more than just an addition to the roster-this character epitomizes the advancing storyline. Bright, political, and thick with lore, Augusta may very well change the tone for future updates. Whether it is the lore, or the combat, this Resonator is one for the record books. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Wuthering Waves Phrolova build guide, best weapons, teams and more
Image via: Kuro Games Wuthering Waves Version 2.5 places the long-awaited Phrolova in the spotlight, an on-field/off-field Havoc DPS who manipulates Echoes and summons spectres of Hecate for bruising combos. This 5-star Rectifier Resonator has been around since Chapter 1, but building her to full potential requires exacting details-from weapon investments to team synergy. Here is the all-in-one guide for building Phrolova. Phrolova Playstyle & Core Mechanics Phrolova whips out big damage while on-field presence and the synchronized team act behind. Her kit revolves around building Forte Gauge that heightens her Basic and Resonance Skills, which then are channeled into heavily damaging Enhanced Heavy Attacks. Hecate then steps in for follow-ups once Resonance Liberation is activated, and then the new Outro Skill would significantly boost the next Resonator's Havoc and Heavy Attack DMG. Skill Priority: Resonance Liberation (max out first, Hecate boost) Forte Circuit (everything else is important follow-up) Normal Attack (for Scarlet Coda scaling) Intro Skill (useful, yet less synergy) Resonance Skill (lowest return against others) ULTIMATE Phrolova Guide and Showcase! [Best Builds and MORE] Wuthering Waves Top Weapon Picks for Phrolova Weapons in Phrolova aren't exactly free-to-play friendly. A split of damage between Echo Skill and Resonance Skill necessitates separate weapons to properly optimize the damage coming from both. Lethean Elegy (Signature Weapon: Best in Slot) Crit Rate: 24.3% Base ATK: 588 Effect : ATK +12% After the usage of Echo Skill, it provides 32% Echo & Resonance Skill DMG Bonus and bypasses 8% DEF. Why it's great: Built for Phrolova, this weapon affects all of her damage outputs and fits flawlessly into her rotation. SHE'S BREAKING RECORDS!! | BEST Phrolova Guide & Build [Weapons & Teams Ranked] - Wuthering Waves Other Weapons Whispers of Sirens : As much as 72% Crit DMG and conditional buffs that ignore Havoc RES. Stringmaster : Crit Rate 36% and ATK stacking, ideal for rotation flexibility. Rime-Draped Sprouts: High Crit DMG, concentrated on ramping up off-field Basic Attacks. Cosmic Ripples : Better for sustained output, with energy regen and stacking attack bonus. Augment : High Crit Rate and +48% ATK after Liberation, a reliable power. Echo Recommendations & Stat Focus Echo Sets: Havoc DMG Bonus or Skill DMG Bonus Echoes are prioritized. Choose Echoes that give Crit Rate/DMG, ATK%, and Energy Regen in order to smooth out Hecate rotations. Stat Targets: Main Stats: ATK%, Crit Rate/Crit DMG and Havoc DMG Bonus Sub Stats: Energy Regen, ATK%, Crit (look for 1:2 Crit Rate to Crit DMG ratio) Best Team Compositions for Phrolova Phrolova performs best in teams that allow for frequent Echo Skill triggering and capitalize on her Outro buffs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Get Info Undo She can be built as a main DPS or for quick-swap teams. Recommended Teams Phrolova + Cantarella + Roccia Cantarella grants Havoc and Crit buffs Roccia provides off-field shielding and survivability Phrolova + Shorekeeper + Cantarella Shorekeeper sustains energy regen and defensive utility Cantarella enables Echo synergy Phrolova + Danjin + Verina Danjin offers burst and damage pressure Verina is a flexible healer that buffs ATK and survivability MOST FLEXIBLE CHARACTER! BEST S0 PHROLOVA Guide & Build [Best Echoes, Weapons & Teams] WUWA Phrolova is an incredibly rewarding character for players willing to invest in the right gear and build synergy around her strengths. While her best weapons are gated behind 5-star banners, smart team compositions and Echo choices can bridge that gap for mid-spenders and F2P players alike. She's not just a DPS unit, she's a battlefield conductor, commanding Echoes and teammates with elegant devastation. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Wuthering Waves 2.5 livestream codes for July 2025
The wait for Wuthering Waves 2.5 livestream codes is finally over. Just like any other gacha games, livestream is an essential part in the case of Wuthering Waves. The version 2.5 livestream ended just a few hours ago, and fans have already started wondering what they got in this broadcast. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Version 2.5 livestream, called "Unfading Melody of Life', launched the Chapter II Act VII - Dreamcatchers in the Secret Gardens, a new area - Fabricatorium of the Deep, the introduction of the highly anticipated Resonator - Phrolova, and many more brand new things. But fans might have been excited for the livestream codes the most. All Wuthering Waves 2.5 livestream codes for July 2025 Wuthering Waves 2.5 livestream codes are here. | Image via Kuro Games. In Wuthering Waves, players fill-up the shoes of Roover who battles it out against the Discords with the help of Resonators, to protect the civilization of the post-apocalyptic planet called Solaris-3. In general, this journey might pose greater difficulties to the fans, and that's where the redeem codes come in. They provide valuable in-game rewards like Astrite which is the premium gacha currency of Wuthering Waves, Advanced Resonance Potions which significantly levels up your Resonator's Forte Circuit, and many more. Here are all Wuthering Waves 2.5 livestream codes for July 2025: Code Rewards WUTHERINGGIFT 50 Astrite 2 Premium Resonance Potion 2 Medium Energy Bag 2 Medium Revival Inhaler 10,000 Shell Credit THISISFINALE 100 Astrite 3 Advanced Enclosure Tank 20,000 Shell Credit WUWA4PC (PC only) 50 Astrite 20,000 Shell Credit DREAMSPERSIST 100 Astrite 3 Advanced Energy Core 2 Medium Nutrient Block ILLUSIONHAUNTS 100 Astrite 3 Advanced Resonance Potion 2 Medium Revival Inhaler Players need to keep in mind that unlike regular codes, the livestream redeem codes stay available for a shorter period and bring greater rewards. That is why players are advised to use the aforementioned codes before July 20, 2025 at 8:59 AM PT, because after that, they are going to expire. Redeeming codes in Wuthering Waves is actually a simple task. All you need to do is to access the Terminal, which is the main menu of the game, and after that, tap on Settings in the bottom right corner. After that, click on the Other Settings option in the bottom left. Then a blank space will appear where you need to put your desired code. At last, after you paste or type the code there, hit the Redeem button and you are good to go. You will get your rewards from the in-game mail. Read More:
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
All Lupa Resonance Chains in Wuthering Waves
Image via: Kuro Games In Wuthering Waves, although every Resonator provides a different pace to fight against, not many strike such a faultless chord in Fusion-focused teams as Lupa, the flaming monster of an elite 5-star sub-DPS. Her aggressive, pack-hunting playstyle doesn't merely turn her into a flashy combatant. Her Resonance Chain transforms her into an unstoppable squad enabler. Here's the catch, how far down Lupa's Resonance Chain do you really need to go to unleash her ultimate potential. Let's dive into each node to track the power escalation and where the smart bets are. Sequence Node 1: The Immediate Impact Lupa explodes out of her first Sequence Node, has 10 Concerto Energy and 20% Crit Rate as she activates her Resonance Liberation. Combined with interruption immunity during her ult animation, this node makes her rotations smoother and survivability more consistent. Best For : Quality-of-life buffs who don't want to pursue every node. ULTIMATE Lupa Guide and Showcase! [Best Builds and MORE] Wuthering Waves Sequence Node 2: Enter the Team Player Node 2 starts to uncover Lupa's value beyond pure damage. Certain assaults additionally apply a 20% Fusion Damage Bonus to all Resonators and this stacks twice for 30 seconds. This nuance, powerful upgrade translates to even if Lupa isn't the killer landing closing strikes, she's enabling others to do it better. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo For Fusion teams this is an overlooked inflection point. Best For: Nutcases who crave synergy over solo numbers. Sequence Node 3: The Power Spike It's Worth Chasing This is where Lupa becomes almost necessary for high level Fusion comps. Her Intro Skill damage is doubled and Pack Hunt no longer requires 3 Fusion Resonators to activate, greatly increasing team flexibility. Even stronger is the enhanced Glory effect, now enabling allies to ignore 15% Fusion RES of enemies for 35s. This isn't just a power spike, it's a fundamental transformation in how she fits into a team. Best For: Ambitious players seeking meta synergy and damage. Sequence Node 4 & 5: Solo Carry Territory These nodes start to put pressure on Lupa's strength over their team's. Node 4 boosts her ultimate by 125%, while Node 5 grants a 15% DMG Bonus after her Intro Skill. Great for boosting her burst potential, diminishing returns start to kick in for team-oriented play. Best For: the players who build Lupa as a main damage dealer. Sequence Node 6: Apex Predator Mode Lupa caps off her string with a bang, with 30% of the target's DEF on base skills. She regenerates 100 Wolflame every 20 seconds from her talent. Her Forte Circuit even kicks into Climax mode, regardless of Burning Matchpoint. It's not simply a buff. It's a revolution. It basically feeds itself and she's harder to stop. Best For : Whale-tier players or die-hard Lupa mains looking to break the game. Lupa is INSANE! Full Kit, Signature Weapon & Chains – Wuthering Waves 2.4 Leaks Lupa is already workable without chasing her full Resonance Chain, which is unusual for sub-DPS Resonators. Sequence Node 3 is perfect,the Goldilocks zone of appreciation. It unlocks most of her utility while conserving your Astrites for other upcoming banners. Node 1-2: Awesome early utility & team buffs Node 3: Giant spike value Node 4-5: Solo DPS scaling Node 6: god mode, but pricey Lupa doesn't need all six links in her chain to go feral , but if you're hunting purity, she's ready to lead the pack. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Irish Examiner
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Joe Bonamassa: Five talking points from the first Rory Gallagher tribute at Marquee in Cork
1: Joe Bonamassa's awe while playing Rory Gallagher's guitar There was a slight quiver in his voice when Bonamassa sat down with the borrowed 1930 National Triolian Resonator for his first encore song, As The Crow Flies. 'I'm trying my best with this one. I'm trying my best with all these songs,' he told the crowd. A mellow acoustic rendition, it was one of the softer moments in a primarily powerful rock set. Rory had bought that guitar for about £100 while on tour in the USA in 1973, and it was bought by a fan last year at auction for £95,650. Bonamassa thanked the owner for lending it to him for these Marquee shows. For anyone unfamiliar with guitars, a Resonator is an acoustic guitar, often with an ornate, perforated round metal plate; a good example familiar to many is the guitar Mark Knopfler used for Romeo And Juliette. 2: Bonamassa'a interaction with the audience While this was a night of homage to Rory Gallagher, it was also a platform for Joe Bonamassa to show this Irish audience why he's deservedly heralded as perhaps the greatest blues guitarist of his generation. Fans at the Marquee: Matt Laernoes, Marscha Leukfeldt, Netherlands; Hendrik Laernoes, Gaby Scholl, Germany; Michael Daehn and Patrick Van De Scheur, Offaly, all in Cork to see Joe Bonamassa. Picture: Darragh Kane While the New Yorker plays many forms of music and has 16 studio albums, 20 live albums, Grammy awards etc, he parked all that to deliver on a special request (a flight of fancy, really) from promoter Peter Aiken, as Bonamassa explained to the Marquee audience: 'I got a call from Peter Aiken a year and a half ago with a proposal to come and play at Live At The Marquee in Cork. Without hesitation, I said 'Hell, yeah'. "But then he said there was a twist. I met with my good friend Donal Gallagher [Rory's brother] and his son Daniel, and we talked about whether I'd be interested in doing a night of Rory Gallagher's music. Back in his home town of Cork. And, without hesitation, I said: 'Fuck, yeah'. I signed up for it, and here we are. I am so glad that we are doing this in our own way.' Note to all tribute acts: homage to the music, no wigs, no replica costumes and definitely no hammy attempts at mimicry. 3: A cameo by Gerry McAvoy The audience was elated when Joe said: "Please give a big welcome to Gerry McAvoy on the next two songs. You'll know him from Rory's band.' McAvoy brought his unique energy to Bullfrog Blues and Treat Her Right. Aongus Ralston, also bass player with The Waterboys, smiled warmly at McAvoy as he walked onstage. Donal Gallagher, Peter Aiken, and Gerry McAvoy in Cork last year. Picture: Chani Anderson Gallagher's bass player on so many epic tours and albums, including Irish Tour '74, the record that provided the core of the songs on the setlist for this show. The others credited on that epic double live album were Rod De'Ath and Lou Martin on keys. McAvoy delivered huge energy and joy to the occasion, a major highlight for all present. 4: A Million Miles Away If ever a closing song came with a gold-plated guarantee of an encore to follow, this is that song. Gallagher wrote it for his 1973 album Tattoo and it was arguably the single greatest moment on a night of many highlights at the Marquee. Looking around during the song, I noticed a number of fans wiping their eyes while singing 'I'm sailing like a driftwood on a windy bay.' People really connect with this line. The central character in A Million Miles Away is in melancholy humour, despite being on a seemingly great night out, in a bar full of people being entertained by a great piano player; he knows he should be happy and struggles to understand why his mood is 'adrift'. Joe Bonamassa onstage with his band at Live at The Marquee, Cork. Picture: Darragh Kane Bonamassa's vocal on this song was a real bravura performance, probably his best singing of the night; his guitaring, as you'd expect, was off the charts. If that weren't enough for us, add the cherry topping of another great cameo, this time from regular Bonamassa guest vocalist Jade MacRae. A star in her own right, she lifted the performance levels skyward, bringing an already great song in the direction of Pink Floyd's The Great Gig in the Sky. Just like Peter Aiken's decision to match Bonamassa's guitar genius with Gallagher's songs, the decision to close the set with the addition of MacRae's vocal was a moment of divine inspiration. 5: The standing ovation People's elation at the end of the gig was expressed with a thoroughly deserved standing ovation for Joe Bonamassa and his incredible band. And, of course, all three seating blocks were on their feet, along with everyone out on the main standing area. Something special had been promised, and something really special was delivered. There was a shared sense of satisfaction for those onstage, for those backstage and for the rest of us looking on. Everyone wanted this night to go well. Every emotion was in there, from local and national pride to a collective sense of joy and relief that the night had gone to plan. All that was missing was for Hannibal of the A-Team to walk onto the stage and say: 'I love it when a plan comes together.' Bonamassa ended the show on an emotional high, his joy and relief very evident on the big screen as the cameras zoomed in on his face. At the end of the first gig of Bonamassa's three-night series, I spoke briefly with two of the key players. Donal Gallagher said: 'This was a huge gig for Peter Aiken. His first 'job' was with the Rory crew. His father, Jim, had asked us to show him how our UK and European shows worked. This week, Peter did both Jim and Rory proud.' Meanwhile, Peter Aiken sums it up succinctly: 'It was unbelievable. It really couldn't have gone any better.' Did it turn out as well as he'd imagined it might when the idea first entered his head? 'I'd honestly have to say that it turned out even better than I'd hoped for.'
