So you’ve spent hours perfecting your character in Where Winds Meet, only to discover you’re stuck with default black hair? You’re not alone. NetEase locked hair color customization behind a specific system that isn’t immediately obvious, leaving thousands of players scratching their heads during character creation. Let’s fix that.
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Where Winds Meet: Why Can’t I Change Hair Color at Character Creation?
Here’s the frustrating truth: you cannot change your hair color directly in the character editor at the beginning of the game. Everyone starts with default black hair regardless of their character vision. The customization unlocks only after you’ve progressed into the game and accessed the Workshop system.
This design choice ties hair customization to the game’s monetization and progression systems, making it an earned feature rather than a baseline option.
What You Need to Change Hair Color
Hair color requires specific dye items that act like style tokens. There are two types, each offering different color palettes:
Hair Dye Comparison Table
| Dye Type | Color Range | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inkshade Hair Dye | Basic, muted, dark tones | 5 Essence of Earth | Grounded, realistic looks |
| Timeless Hair Dye | Bright, vibrant, full spectrum | 1 Harmonic Core (5 dyes) | Fantasy colors, bold styles |
Inkshade Hair Dye costs approximately 50 pearls (about 80 euro cents), making it the more accessible option. Timeless Hair Dye comes from Hairdye Giftboxes purchased with Harmonic Cores from the Draw Shop, with weekly purchase limits.
Both items can also drop from the game’s gacha system if you’re pulling for cosmetics.
Step-by-Step: How to Dye Your Hair
Once you’ve acquired the necessary dye items, follow these steps:
- Open the Appearance Menu from your main menu or profile
- Navigate to the Workshop Section (this tab unlocks after early progression)
- Select the Dye Option to view dyeable hairstyles
- Choose Your Hairstyle that you want to color
- Pick Your Dye Type: Basic Hair Color (Inkshade) or Advanced Hair Color (Timeless)
- Customize Your Color using the available palette
- Save Your Changes to apply the new look
Keep in mind that hair dyes are one-time use, so once you use it on a hairstyle, the quantity will be reduced. Be strategic about which styles you dye and what colors you choose.
Important Limitations to Know
Not All Hairstyles Are Dyeable
Only hairstyles with a small multicolored icon on the bottom-right of the thumbnail can be dyed. Many starter hairstyles don’t support customization at all. If you don’t see the icon, that hairstyle is locked to its default color.
Dye Costs Add Up
Unlike eyebrows or facial hair which can be changed freely, hair color requires consumable items every time you want a new shade. This makes experimentation expensive unless you’re willing to invest in multiple dye items.
Advanced Colors Need Premium Dyes
Want gradient effects or highlight customization? That requires Timeless Hairdye, which is much harder to obtain than basic dye.
Can You Change Hair Color Multiple Times?
Yes, you can change your hair color in Where Winds Meet as many times as you’d like, but each change consumes another dye item. If you’re constantly switching styles, stock up on dyes through the Draw Shop or by exchanging Earth Essences.
Free Alternatives: What You Can Change
While hair color is locked behind items, you can freely adjust facial hair, eye color, makeup, hairstyle selection (without color changes), and body type (using Transformation Pills). These options don’t consume resources and can be modified anytime through the Appearance menu.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I get free hair dye without spending real money?
Yes, you can obtain hair dye without direct purchases. Inkshade Hair Dye can be exchanged for 5 Essence of Earth, a currency earned through regular gameplay activities. Additionally, both dye types occasionally drop from the game’s gacha drawing system when you’re pulling for other cosmetics. However, Timeless Hair Dye (for vibrant colors) is significantly harder to acquire for free since it requires Harmonic Cores from the Draw Shop, which has weekly purchase limits. Patient players who engage with daily activities and events can accumulate enough resources to unlock hair color options without spending real money, though it takes considerably longer.
Q: If I change hairstyles later, do I lose my hair color?
Yes, unfortunately. Hair dye in Where Winds Meet is applied to specific hairstyles, not your character globally. If you switch to a different hairstyle, you’ll need to apply dye to that new style separately using another dye item. This is why the game recommends being selective about which hairstyles you dye and saving your favorite color schemes in the Workshop menu. The system allows you to preview dye applications before committing, so you can experiment with colors without wasting items. If you frequently rotate between multiple hairstyles, you’ll need to invest in multiple dyes to maintain your preferred color across different looks.
