Punishing Gray Raven’s upcoming patch – Through the Tide Home – introduces one of the most highly anticipated characters: Bianca: Crepuscule. This stunning new S-Rank Attacker is not only one of the most popular waifus in the game but also a powerhouse who threatens to completely shift the current meta.

Crepuscule arrives as a Dark-element attacker with a special Refulgence affix, bringing mechanics that directly powercreep Lamia: Lost Lullaby and even challenge Lilith Daemonissa as the game’s new “Dark Queen.” With her whip-sword weapon style, smooth animations, and powerful orb mechanics, she is designed to deal immense burst and sustained DPS.

In this guide, we’ll dive into her builds, weapon resonances, CUBs, team compositions, and gameplay strategies, so you can maximize her potential in both Warzone and Phantom Pain Cage (PPC).

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Overview

· Rank – S Rank

· Class – Attacker

· Weapon – Whip Sword

· Signature Weapon – Aurora

· Favorite Gift – Lily Brooch

· Affix – Refulgence

Base Stats

· HP – 1915

· DEF – 287

· ATK – 421

· CRIT – 191

Crepuscule stands out with her balance of survivability and offensive scaling, but her real strength comes from proper rotations and rank scaling, which define how she plays differently at S vs. SSS rank.

Memory and Memory Resonances

Bianca’s build options vary significantly depending on her rank. Since many players will only unlock her at S or SS, let’s break down her best builds by game mode.

Dark Warzone (S to below SSS)

· 4 Jeanne / 2 Bathlon / 2 Bathlon

 

S to SS, Bianca deals far less damage with her Signature Move compared to her SSS version. This means that Cottie isn’t necessary, since there’s no urgent need to cast her ultimate quickly. Instead, Bathlon provides superior sustained DPS and pairs well with Jeanne for consistency.

Dark Warzone (SSS and above)

· 4 Jeanne / 2 Cottie / 2 Cottie

At SSS, Crepuscule gains a significant boost to her Signature Move, allowing Cottie to shine. This setup maximizes rotations, making her a top-tier unit in the Warzone meta. 

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Phantom Pain Cage (Burst-Oriented)

· 4 Jeanne / 2 Cottie / 2 Darwin

PPC favors burst rotations. By combining Cottie and Darwin, you get the best possible setup for nuking bosses within short damage windows, which is exactly what PPC rewards. 

Refulgence Warzone Build

· 4 Jeanne / 2 Einsteina / 2 Wilde

Refulgence DMG scales heavily with her Blue Orb, and this build optimizes her lightning conversion damage output. Einsteina is chosen here because Feral XXI often monopolizes the Da Vinci or Guinevere sets, leaving Einsteina as the best alternative. If Feral already holds Einsteina, Bianca can flex with Heisen or other Lightning-boosting Memories.

Memory Resonances

· Top Resonance Slot: ATK +15

· Bottom Resonance Slot: Prayer for the Dead Ends (Signature Move Level +1)

Resonances here further push her Signature Move scaling, making her burst rotation deadlier.

Weapon and Resonances

Bianca’s Signature Weapon: Aurora is her best-in-slot option. Unfortunately 5* version won’t cut it.

Aurora Effects:

· ATK increases by 10%.

· Every 3 Commandment Gauge consumed grants 1 Signal Orb (up to 12 orbs every time she enters battle).

Since Bianca is a DPS-focused character, her weapon is vital to her performance. The extra orb generation drastically smooths her rotations and allows for faster, more consistent 3-pings.

Best Resonances

1. Dead Line Timing – Extra Signal Orbs for better loop uptime.

2. Glorious Afterglow – Strong, spammable attack buff.

3. Matrix Lightning – Utility boost: faster movement + enemy DMG taken.

4. Incandescence – Permanent ATK increase, no time limit.

Priority order: Dead Line Timing > Glorious Afterglow > Matrix Lightning > Incandescence.

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Best CUBs

CUBs provide important stat boosts and skill synergies. Bianca thrives with her signature CUB but also works well with others in Dark and Refulgence setups.

· Optimal CUB – Zhuo Li (Bianca’s own)

· Alternative CUBs for Dark Teams:

o Billie (Lilith’s CUB) – Strong dark buff synergy

o Cetus (Lamia’s CUB) – Another reliable dark booster

o Moonhopper (Karenina’s CUB) – Adds dark multipliers

· Alternative CUBs for Refulgence Teams:

o Bramble Angler (Nanami’s CUB) – Lightning DMG boost for Refulgence scaling

o Motorbolt (Crimson Weave’s CUB) – Another great Lightning buffer

Teams

Dark Content Teams

· Lilith Daemonissa – Amplifier / Buffer

· Karenina Scire – Tank / Shred

· Bianca Crepuscule – DPS

This is the best Dark-element comp in the current meta. Lilith provides massive team-wide buffs, Karenina brings defense shredding, and Bianca acts as the main DPS nuke. Together, they outpace older Dark comps centered around Lamia.

Refulgence Content Teams

· Nanami Star Trail – Tank / Shred

· Feral XXI – Amplifier / Buffer

· Bianca Crepuscule – DPS

Refulgence DMG scales off lightning. Nanami serves as the lightning tank, while Feral provides consistent damage and utility. Bianca completes the core as the primary burst DPS.

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Should You Pull Bianca: Crepuscule?

The short answer: Yes.

Bianca isn’t just a fan-favorite waifu, she’s also meta-defining. Her release will shake up both Dark and Refulgence team archetypes, giving players a top-tier DPS option who can scale well with investment. If you’re lacking a strong Dark or Lightning-based DPS, she’s a must-pull. Even if you already own Lamia, Bianca simply outpaces her damage ceiling.

Conclusion

Bianca: Crepuscule is shaping up to be the most important addition in the Through the Tide Home patch, offering unparalleled flexibility in both Dark and Refulgence teams. With the right builds, resonances, and CUB support, she can easily dominate both Warzone and PPC.

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