Wuthering Waves: Epic Takedown for the Lifer

Conquer the Lifer in Wuthering Waves 2.0: A Comprehensive Guide

Wuthering Waves version 2.0 introduces the challenging Lifer, a unique Tacet Discord residing in the Rinascita region's Oakheart Highcourt maze. This guide details how to overcome this formidable foe.

Locating the Lifer

The Lifer awaits in Oakheart Highcourt's maze center, beneath a giant tree. An accessible entrance is located southwest of the Resonance Beacon near Oakheart Highcourt. Climb the walls or use the Flight function to reach it.

Mastering the Lifer's Board Game

Inside, you'll find the Lifer beside a six-piece board game. Control the black pieces to connect three in a row before the Lifer (white pieces) does. Placing a black piece on the outer circle opens walls and gates in that direction. You can exit and resume the game at any time, preserving piece positions. While not mandatory for combat, the board game is crucial for buff removal. Avoid winning before debuffing the Lifer, as it will immediately attack.

Debunking the Lifer's Buffs

The Lifer boasts seven buffs; four are removable using the Stake of Imbalance, while three are permanent. Examine the glowing yellow module behind the Lifer to see its buffs.

Removable Buffs (Fragility):

Growing Loneliness: HP recovery after 2 seconds of no damage.
Desire for Escape: Increased attack and damage over time.
Impending Stalemate: Stacking attack increase on damage dealt.
Decay of Time: Massive resistance boosts and HP increase.

Permanent Buffs (Stability):

Chains of Confinement: Interruption immunity above 50% HP.
Endless Game: Reduced immobilization duration.
Divine Garden: Enemy repulsion and damage after significant damage taken.

Use the Sensor near the Lifer to find four purple lines leading to four outer maze rooms containing Stakes of Imbalance. Manipulate the board game to open the gates to these rooms. Each room presents a small challenge (defeating enemies, breaking rocks, or simple retrieval). Place each Stake of Imbalance in the corresponding module near the winged statue to remove a buff. The purple line will turn yellow once a buff is removed.

Conquering the Lifer

After removing all four removable buffs, engage the Lifer. Winning the board game or selecting "Fight it out!" initiates combat. The debuffed Lifer is significantly weaker, posing minimal threat.

Rewards for defeating the Lifer include Premium and other Supply Chests, varying based on the number of victories (up to three). You can re-enable the buffs for a greater challenge, although no achievements are tied to this.