The Sumeru Chronicled Wish Roving Chalice of Dewgrass runs September 10-30, 2025, featuring six 5-star characters (Alhaitham, Cyno, Nilou, Wanderer, Tighnari, Dehya) and their signature weapons. Here's the thing though - the weapon pool's actually offering better value than the characters this time around, with Beacon of the Reed Sea and Hunter's Path as your top priorities. For characters? Nilou and Alhaitham are your meta darlings.
Understanding Chronicled Wish: Mechanics and Differences
Alright, let's break down what makes Chronicled Wish different - because trust me, it's not just another limited banner with fancy packaging.
The Chronicled Path system forces you to pick your poison before you start pulling. Choose one 5-star item, and that determines whether ALL your 5-star pulls will be characters or weapons exclusively.
No mixing and matching here, folks.
The pity mechanics? Same old 90-wish ceiling for 5-stars and 10 for 4-stars. But here's where it gets interesting - pity carries over to future Chronicled Wish banners while staying completely separate from your regular limited and weapon banner pity. (Finally, some organization in this chaos.)
Now, the guarantee system uses something called Fate Points. You've got a 50% shot at your designated item on each 5-star pull. Miss? You get 1 Fate Point, and the next 5-star is guaranteed to be your chosen item. This creates a 180-wish maximum ceiling versus the weapon banner's brutal 240-wish worst case scenario.
One crucial detail - Fate Points reset when the banner ends OR when you change your designated item. Don't get caught switching targets mid-banner unless you're absolutely sure.
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The banner's only running September 10-30, 2025 - just Phase 1 of Version 6.0. That's a compressed timeframe competing with new 5-star character Lauma AND Nahida's rerun. Your primogems are about to feel very stretched.
Sumeru Character Priority Tier List
S-Tier Must-Pull Characters
Nilou (Hydro Sword) - She's your highest-priority character pull, hands down.
Grade A status for her unique Bloom specialization, and here's why this matters more than ever: Version 6.0's introducing Lunar-Bloom reaction mechanics, and Nilou's positioned perfectly to capitalize on this.
Her kit's restrictive - teams need ONLY Dendro and Hydro characters - but when it works? It's devastating. She scales with Max HP, making her surprisingly easy to build while providing substantial off-field Hydro application. Lauma's introduction is going to significantly boost Nilou's future value through Lunar-Bloom optimization.
Alhaitham (Dendro Sword) - Currently the strongest Dendro Main DPS option, and honestly? He's not getting dethroned anytime soon.
Excels as a driver for Dendro reactions, particularly in Hyperbloom teams where his consistent on-field Dendro application shines.
The downside? He lacks versatility outside the Main DPS role. But if you need a Dendro carry, he's your guy. His signature weapon Light of Foliar Incision appears on the weapon banner too, creating some powerful synergy potential.
A-Tier Solid Investments
Wanderer (Anemo Catalyst) - Unique aerial combat mechanics that feel genuinely different from anything else in the game. High mobility for both combat and exploration, plus he doesn't rely on Dendro reactions like most Sumeru characters. That flexibility in team composition? Pretty valuable.
His signature weapon Tulaytullah's Remembrance complements his kit nicely, but he's effective with alternatives. Not a must-have, but definitely a want-to-have.
Cyno (Electro Polearm) - Strong but situational DPS for endgame content like Spiral Abyss. His 18-second Elemental Burst creates awkward pacing in overworld content (seriously, most enemies are dead before you're halfway through), but provides sustained damage in extended encounters.
He needs dedicated team support including energy batteries, but excels in Aggravate and Hyperbloom compositions. Think of him as a specialist rather than a generalist.
B-Tier Situational Picks
Tighnari (Dendro Bow) - Solid quickswap DPS with Charged Attack-focused gameplay. But here's the kicker - he's available on the standard banner, which significantly reduces his Chronicled Wish priority. His signature weapon Hunter's Path, though? That's where the real value lies, and it rarely appears on weapon banners.
Dehya (Pyro Claymore) - Look, I'll be blunt here. She consistently ranks as the lowest-value 5-star with a Grade D assessment due to fundamental kit issues. Her damage mitigation underperforms compared to dedicated shielders or healers, and her Elemental Burst lacks synergy with key supports like Yelan and Xingqiu.
Skip unless you're a completionist or really love her design.
Dendro Meta Analysis and Team Synergies
Bloom reactions form the foundation of Sumeru team compositions. The reaction creates Dendro Cores that explode for AoE Dendro damage, scaling with the triggering character's Elemental Mastery and level. Nilou's passive converts these into Bountiful Cores with larger AoE and higher damage - it's genuinely impressive when you see it in action.
Hyperbloom and Burgeon are Bloom's evolved forms, triggered by Electro and Pyro respectively. Alhaitham excels as a Hyperbloom driver, providing that consistent on-field Dendro application while teammates handle the reaction triggers.
Aggravate reactions boost Electro damage when applied to Dendro-affected enemies. This is where Cyno shines in Aggravate teams - the synergy just clicks.
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Nilou Bloom Teams typically run Nilou, Nahida, Kokomi, and a flex Dendro slot (Baizhu, Yaoyao, or Dendro Traveler work fine). Alhaitham Hyperbloom teams use Alhaitham, Nahida, Xingqiu, and Kuki Shinobu. Cyno Aggravate compositions feature Cyno, Nahida, Zhongli, and a flex support like Kazuha or Albedo.
Weapon Banner Value Assessment
Here's where things get interesting - the Sumeru Chronicled Wish weapon pool might actually provide better value than the character pool. These signature weapons are rare, powerful, and some haven't been seen in months.
Beacon of the Reed Sea (Claymore) - This tops the weapon priority list with 608 Base ATK and 33.1% CRIT Rate.
The passive provides 20% ATK increases from Elemental Skill hits and taking damage, plus 32% Max HP when unshielded. Functions as an exceptional stat stick for any CRIT-focused claymore user.
Hunter's Path (Bow) - 542 Base ATK and 44.1% CRIT Rate with 12% All Elemental DMG Bonus. The Charged Attack scaling based on Elemental Mastery makes it valuable for any Charged Attack bow user. This represents a rare acquisition opportunity that you shouldn't sleep on.
Light of Foliar Incision (Sword) - Alhaitham's signature weapon, providing optimal stats for Dendro DPS builds. The CRIT-focused stats and Dendro-specific passive make it valuable for current and future Dendro sword users.
Key of Khaj-Nisut uniquely provides both HP and Elemental Mastery among 5-star swords - exceptional for Nilou, Furina, and Kuki Shinobu. Staff of the Scarlet Sands offers versatility for reaction-based Polearm users with its EM-to-ATK conversion.
Investment Strategies by Player Type
F2P Optimization Guide
Stick to single character targets over weapon investments. Focus on limited-time characters you can't get through the standard banner - that means avoiding Tighnari and Dehya entirely.
Nilou and Alhaitham provide the highest meta value, while Wanderer offers unique gameplay experiences that might be worth it if you're bored with standard combat. Budget 28,800 primogems for worst-case guarantee (180 wishes), though average costs hover around 14,400 primogems (90 wishes).
Low Spender Recommendations
Monthly Welkin and Battle Pass purchasers gain approximately 8,000-9,000 primogems monthly. This creates more flexible pulling strategies.
Consider weapon targeting if you already own the corresponding character - particularly Hunter's Path or Beacon of the Reed Sea. Constellation investments become viable for frequently used characters, with Nilou's C2 providing substantial power increases that actually feel transformative.
Whale Investment Priorities
Target multiple characters and weapons, focusing on complete character-weapon pairings for maximum optimization. Consider constellations on meta-relevant characters, particularly Nilou C2 for Bloom specialists.
Weapon refinements offer diminishing returns compared to character diversity. Generally, R1 copies of multiple weapons provide more value than pushing refinements.
Character Build Guides and Artifacts
Nilou performs optimally with 4-piece Flower of Paradise Lost for maximum Bloom damage.
Focus on HP%/HP%/Healing Bonus with EM and HP substats. She's surprisingly straightforward to build once you understand her scaling.
Alhaitham utilizes 4-piece Gilded Dreams for reaction builds or 4-piece Deepwood Memories when he's your solo Dendro character. Prioritize ATK%/Dendro DMG%/CRIT with EM substats.
Wanderer requires 4-piece Desert Pavilion Chronicle for his unique Elemental Skill mechanics. Standard DPS stats: ATK%/Anemo DMG%/CRIT.
Cyno performs best with 4-piece Gilded Dreams for Aggravate teams, focusing on ATK%/Electro DMG%/CRIT with EM substats.
Talent priorities vary significantly. Nilou focuses on Elemental Skill for Bloom modifications. Alhaitham requires balanced investment with Elemental Skill priority. Wanderer prioritizes Normal Attack for primary damage. Cyno emphasizes Elemental Burst for his main damage window.
Constellation Value Analysis
Nilou C2 transforms Bloom team performance by providing 100% CRIT Rate for Bloom reactions and increasing Bloom DMG based on Max HP. This is genuinely one of the highest damage increases available from any constellation.
Faruzan C6 provides massive damage bonuses for Anemo DPS through CRIT DMG increases and Anemo RES shred - essential if you're serious about Wanderer.
Alhaitham C2 enhances Elemental Mastery scaling and mirror generation, but it's more of a luxury than a necessity.
Skip Dehya's early constellations entirely - they provide minimal improvements to an already problematic kit. Tighnari C1-C5 offer incremental improvements but lack transformative effects.
Always calculate constellation costs at 180 wishes per guarantee (28,800 primogems) for worst-case scenarios. Don't get caught short.
Common Mistakes and Optimization Tips
Sunk Cost Fallacy hits hard with Chronicled Wish. Players continue pulling after acquiring their designated item without proper planning for the next target.
FOMO intensifies with limited-time banners, leading to overextension of resources. I've seen too many players blow their entire stash chasing multiple targets.
Inadequate Primogem Budgeting causes incomplete acquisitions. Always budget for worst-case scenarios (180 wishes). Hope for the best, plan for the worst.
Meta Tunnel Vision leads to pulling current strongest options without considering personal playstyle preferences. Sometimes the weaker character is more fun for YOU specifically.
Incomplete Team Building results from acquiring characters without proper support options. Don't pull Nilou if you don't have Nahida or another strong Dendro applicator.
Weapon Banner Misconceptions cause avoidance despite potentially superior value propositions. This Chronicled Wish weapon pool is genuinely strong.
Future Planning and Banner Predictions
Version 6.0 introduces Lauma, designed specifically for Lunar-Bloom reactions. This potentially increases Nilou's value through direct synergy - something to keep in mind for long-term planning.
Regional progression typically introduces power creep, but well-designed characters like Alhaitham and Nilou maintain relevance through unique mechanics rather than raw numbers. Dendro reaction refinements continue evolving, potentially improving current Sumeru character value through indirect buffs.
Post-Chronicled Wish planning should account for typical banner schedules. Version cycles provide 60-80 wishes worth of primogems through events, dailies, and exploration. Consider the opportunity cost of current pulls against confirmed future content that might address specific roster gaps.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Chronicled Wish and regular limited banners? Chronicled Wish uses a designation system where you choose your target before pulling, guaranteeing that item within 180 wishes maximum. Eliminates standard character spooks but requires committing to either characters or weapons exclusively.
Should F2P players pull on the Sumeru Chronicled Wish? Only if you specifically want Nilou or Alhaitham for their meta value. Avoid Tighnari or Dehya since they're available on standard banner. Budget 28,800 primogems for worst-case guarantee.
Which weapons offer the best value from this banner? Beacon of the Reed Sea and Hunter's Path provide exceptional value due to their rarity and high CRIT stats. Key of Khaj-Nisut offers unique HP/EM scaling. Only pull weapons if you own the corresponding character.
How does the pity system work for Chronicled Wish? Separate pity from other banners, 90-wish hard pity for 5-stars. Pity carries over to future Chronicled Wish banners. Fate Points provide guarantees after losing 50/50 but reset when the banner ends.
Are any Sumeru character constellations worth the investment? Nilou C2 provides massive Bloom damage increases that feel genuinely transformative. Faruzan C6 significantly boosts Anemo DPS performance. Most other early constellations offer marginal improvements not worth the 180-wish cost.
When should I skip this banner entirely? Skip if you're not specifically wanting the featured limited characters or if you're saving for upcoming releases like Lauma. Also skip if you lack proper team building options or your current roster handles all content comfortably.