S Fusion Sub-DPS / Support · Sword

Best Brant Build for 2026

Brant is a Tier S fusion sub-dps in Wuthering Waves. Best weapon: Unflickering Valor (signature Sword). Best artifacts: Tidal Heritage (5pc) Fusion DMG + Mourning Aix (main echo). Best F2P weapon: Commando of Conviction (4★ Sword). Strongest team: Brant + Changli. Rating: 9/10.

Best Build Overview

Slot
Recommendation
F2P Weapon
Commando of Conviction (4★ Sword)
Main Stats
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG / Fusion DMG%
Substat Priority
CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > ATK% > Fusion DMG% > Energy Regen
Talent Priority
Resonance Liberation > Resonance Skill > Normal Attack > Intro
Rating
9/10 — the most self-sufficient Fusion enabler; adds sustain.

Why This Build Works

Brant is a Fusion Sub-DPS / Support. Brant is a 5★ Fusion Sword sub-DPS and support who can both shield and heal the team while buffing coordinated-attack damage. Their best-in-slot weapon is Unflickering Valor (signature Sword) and their core set is Tidal Heritage (5pc) Fusion DMG + Mourning Aix (main echo).

Key Stat Threshold

Build Brant around Tidal Heritage (5pc) Fusion DMG + Mourning Aix (main echo) with CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG / Fusion DMG% main stats and CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > ATK% > Fusion DMG% > Energy Regen substats. Prioritize Resonance Liberation > Resonance Skill > Normal Attack > Intro.

Current Meta Status

Currently rated Tier S (9/10 — the most self-sufficient Fusion enabler; adds sustain.). Fusion Sword sub-DPS / support who provides team shields, healing, and a coordinated-attack buff. A rare self-sufficient Fusion enabler.

Best Brant Teams in 2026

Fusion Sword sub-DPS / support who provides team shields, healing, and a coordinated-attack buff. A rare self-sufficient Fusion enabler.

Strongest Team

Brant + Changli (Fusion DPS) + Verina / Shorekeeper.

Best F2P Team

Brant + Encore + Baizhi (free healer).

↳ Full Brant team guide — all comps, F2P options & slot replacements → ↳ Brant best weapon & artifact ranking →

Rotation Guide

Build Concerto + shield / heal -> Outro to hand the coord-attack buff -> swap to the Fusion carry. His self-sustain lets the team skip a dedicated healer.

Entry vs Endgame Build

Entry Level Build
Commando of Conviction (4★ Sword)

Focus on main stat correctness. Set bonuses matter less than having correct main stats.

Endgame Build
Unflickering Valor (signature Sword)

Optimize substats for perfect ratio. Sacrifice HP/DEF for more offensive stats.

Summary: Is Brant Worth Building?

Brant is a 5★ Fusion Sword sub-DPS and support who can both shield and heal the team while buffing coordinated-attack damage. He makes Fusion teams far more comfortable to pilot and pairs naturally with Fusion carries like Changli and Encore. With the right investment, Brant performs at a 9/10 — the most self-sufficient Fusion enabler; adds sustain. level in current content.

When NOT to use this character

Brant is a Fusion Sub-DPS / Support, so they slot into teams that need that attribute and role. Outside that niche a different unit may fit better.

In-Depth Guide

Updated August 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Brant build in 2026?

The best Brant build in 2026 uses Unflickering Valor (signature Sword) with Tidal Heritage (5pc) Fusion DMG + Mourning Aix (main echo). Main stats: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG / Fusion DMG%. This setup maximizes their damage and keeps their rotation smooth.

Is Brant good in the current meta?

Yes — Brant scores 9/10 as a fusion sub-dps, and fits into Brant + Changli.

What is the best F2P weapon for Brant?

The best free-to-play weapon for Brant is Commando of Conviction (4★ Sword). It provides competitive damage without requiring the weapon banner, making it a great budget option.

What is the best Brant team in 2026?

The strongest Brant team in 2026 is Brant + Changli. Brant + Encore + Baizhi is the best budget alternative.

What are the best artifact main stats for Brant?

Prioritize CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG / Fusion DMG% on Brant's artifacts to maximize performance.

Who are the best teammates for Brant?

Brant + Changli