On March 16, 2022, the Azur Lane English Twitter account basked in the glow of IJN Wakaba's new school uniform skin, "A Healthy Dose of Sunshine!," teasing its imminent dock arrival for commanders.
The vibrant artwork captures the brown-haired Sakura Empire destroyer with squirrel ears and a massive fluffy tail, lounging playfully under a tree in a cropped white blouse, blue ribbon tie, pleated skirt, white thigh-highs, and loafers, her bag and acorn sidekick adding charm amid sunny grass and school backdrop. Chibi panels showcase her winking, blushing, and cheerful expressions, emphasizing her energetic personality. This skin, priced at 780 gems, launched as part of the Virtual Tower event shop, rewarding fans of the elite early-game destroyer with fresh visuals and lines. Players rejoiced at the "glow-up" from her base and Christmas outfits, highlighting Azur Lane's love for underrated gems.
The announcement lit up with over 2,400 likes and 36 replies, as commanders showered praise on Wakaba's adorable redesign and fan-service details. "Our adorable squirrel! 🌰" captured the affection for her signature tail, while one gushed, "Quite cute isn't she? So eye-catching... arms outstretched, midriff exposed, thicc thighs in white tights and skirt... Cutest squirrel of the port!" Thigh and midriff enthusiasts chimed in with "Risu azur Lane so thic" and "Midriff's scrumptious too 🤤," blending lewd hype with wholesome vibes. Many noted the upgrade: "What a glow-up! It's honestly really cool to see the evolution from Wakaba's base art," and "So nice to see lower lvl destroyers getting some skin love." Memes, images, and tail-petting urges flooded the thread, cementing her as the ultimate fluffy waifu.
Wakaba's A Healthy Dose of Sunshine! skin dropped March 24 in the Virtual Tower event shop, quickly becoming a permanent favorite for its Live2D charm and synergy in Sakura Empire fleets. Reddit echoed the hype, calling the details "astounding" and praising the complete makeover. Fans speculated on retrofits, but the skin alone boosted her popularity, spawning fanart, cosplays, and "protect the squirrel" memes. Obtainable anytime via gems, it remains a dock essential for veterans and newbies, proving school outfits can deliver endless cheer. By 2025, this sunny reveal endures as a highlight of Azur Lane's fan-service mastery, keeping Wakaba's tail forever fluffed in hearts worldwide.
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