As a free 5-star Resonator introduced back in version 1.2 of Wuthering Waves, Xiangli Yao has become a staple in many players' rosters, especially for those who love dominating the battlefield with an Electro Gauntlet main DPS. Seriously, this guy is an absolute beast in combat—his lightning-fast strikes and crowd-control abilities make him a top-tier pick for clearing tough boss fights. But here's the kicker: unlocking his full potential requires some serious grinding for ascension and skill materials. Oh boy, I remember when I first started farming for him; it felt like running a marathon in the rain! With the game's latest updates in 2025, though, the process has smoothed out a bit, but it still demands dedication. Let's dive into the essentials every Rover needs to know to max out Xiangli Yao without losing their sanity. 🔥

Xiangli Yao's Ascension Materials Breakdown

To ascend Xiangli Yao to his peak power, Rovers need to gather specific materials, and the star of the show is the Violet Coral. This bad boy drops exclusively from the Tempest Mephis boss, and let me tell you, farming it can be a real pain in the neck—especially if you're solo queuing. I personally spent hours grinding this boss, and the drop rates aren't always generous; sometimes it felt like hitting a brick wall. But hey, no pain no gain, right? With the 2025 updates, Kuro Games has tweaked the spawn rates, making it slightly less of a slog. For a full ascension, you'll need:

  • Phase 1: 10x Violet Coral

  • Phase 2: 15x Violet Coral

  • Phase 3: 20x Violet Coral

  • Phase 4: 25x Violet Coral

Alongside that, don't forget the Hidden Thunder Tacet Core, which also drops from Tempest Mephis. It's like a double whammy—grinding one boss for two key items. Pro tip: Bring a healer in your team comp to survive those chaotic AOE attacks; I learned that the hard way after getting zapped into oblivion! 💥

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This image shows all the ascension materials in one handy visual—super useful for quick reference while farming!

Forte Materials for Skill Enhancement

Next up, leveling Xiangli Yao's Forte skills requires Unending Destruction, a material that drops from the Scar boss. OMG, facing Scar in the main story was an epic showdown—it gave me chills the first time! But farming him repeatedly? That's where things get dicey. The drop rates can be hit or miss, and I recall one session where I ran the fight five times without a single drop. Talk about a bummer! In 2025, the community suggests using Electro-based characters like Yuanwu to counter Scar's moves, which speeds things up. Here's the breakdown per skill level:

Skill Level Unending Destruction Needed Other Materials
Level 1-2 5x 10x Basic Cadence
Level 3-4 8x 15x Advanced Cadence
Level 5-6 12x 20x Elite Cadence

Honestly, this part of the grind is where patience pays off; I felt a huge sense of accomplishment once I maxed out his skills. And if you're like me, you'll be humming battle tunes to stay motivated! 🎵

A visual guide to the Unending Destruction drops—perfect for avoiding those frustrating farming loops!

Skill Tree and Resonance Chain Materials

For the skill tree upgrades, Xiangli Yao relies heavily on the Cadence series materials, which are common to all Gauntlet Resonators. These drop from various overworld enemies and domains, but gathering them feels like collecting pennies in a fountain—tedious but doable. I found that using auto-battle features in the 2025 version saves tons of time; otherwise, it's easy to burn out. The key items include:

  • Basic Cadence: Easy to farm from low-level mobs—great for beginners!

  • Advanced Cadence: Requires mid-game domains; stock up on energy drinks for this one. 😅

  • Elite Cadence: High-tier drops that need coordinated team runs; totally worth it for that extra DPS boost.

Unlocking his Resonance Chain involves pulling from the Convene Banner when he's featured—yeah, that gacha system can be a gamble. Personally, I blew through my savings to get him to C2, and it made a world of difference in boss fights. But here's the tea: if you're F2P, focus on pre-farming the materials first to save resources. ⚡

This image lays out the Cadence materials clearly—essential for efficient leveling without headaches!

As we wrap up this guide, it's wild to think about how Xiangli Yao has evolved since his debut. With the game constantly adding new events and QoL improvements, who knows? Maybe future updates will introduce AI-assisted farming or community co-op events to make this grind a breeze. What do you all think—will farming become a cakewalk, or will it always be part of the WuWa charm? Drop your thoughts and happy grinding! 🚀