Yuanwu — Electro Gauntlet Sub-DPS

B-TierElectroGauntletSub-DPS

4★ electro sub-DPS with coordinated attacks. Enables Jinhsi in F2P teams.

Role
Sub-DPS
Tier
B
Best Echo
Void Thunder
Best Weapon
Marcato
Main Stat
ER / HP%
Difficulty
Easy

Best Build

Echo Set: Void Thunder (5-piece)

Optimal set for Yuanwu as a Sub-DPS.

Echo Stats
4-cost: ER / HP%
3-cost: Electro DMG × 2
1-cost: ATK% × 2
Substats: Crit Rate / Crit DMG > ATK% > Energy Regen

Weapon Rankings

🥇 Marcato100%
🥈 Abomination85%
🥉 Standard70%

Best Teams

Yuanwu
Jinhsi
Verina
Yuanwu
Xiangli Yao
Shorekeeper

💡 Best budget Jinhsi enabler. Just needs ER to spam skill.

Materials (To Level 90)

Boss:46 Thunder Core
Weekly:26 CRIT: Monocle
Chest:4 / 12 / 12 / 8 Badges
Skills:25 / 28 / 55 Seeds

Yuanwu Analysis & Verdict

Strengths

Weaknesses & Considerations

Who Should Build Yuanwu

Yuanwu is best suited for players who want consistent off-field damage and debuffs alongside a main carry. If you are filling a sub-dps slot for endgame content, Yuanwu is a dependable choice — especially for accounts without a limited-banner alternative for this role.

Progression Priority

Prioritize Electro team synergy first, then upgrade the recommended marcato and echoes. In combat, Best budget Jinhsi enabler. Just needs ER to spam skill.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yuanwu worth building?

Yes — Yuanwu fills the sub-dps slot well and is worth building if you lack a stronger alternative for the role. Pair them with complementary characters for consistent results.

What is the best weapon for Yuanwu?

The recommended weapon for Yuanwu is listed in the build section above (best-in-slot where available). For free-to-play players, the suggested 4-star alternative delivers most of the value.

Where does Yuanwu rank in the current meta?

Yuanwu sits around B tier in our latest tier list. They remain viable in most content; see the tier list page for the full ranking.

Is Yuanwu good for free-to-play players?

Yes, with the right team. F2P-friendly gear options are listed in the build section, and our guides cover budget setups that still perform well.

How should I team up Yuanwu?

The team compositions in the section above are solid starting points. Swap in a healer or buffer you already own if a listed unit is missing.

Last updated: August 14, 2026 · by WuWa Tools · About