Stumbled upon a mysterious shrine with a child making bold challenges? The Great Hero’s Trial is one of the earliest Wandering Tales in Where Winds Meet, and while the objectives sound simple, many players struggle to locate the exact spots. Let’s break down this puzzle-heavy quest step by step.
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What Is Great Hero’s Trial?
Great Hero’s Trial is an early-game Wandering Tale located near Bamboo Abode’s eastern shores. Unlike main quests with clear markers, Wandering Tales require you to decipher cryptic clues and discover objectives yourself—making them both frustrating and rewarding.
Where Winds Meet: Trial Objectives at a Glance
| Trial | Objective | Location Hint |
|---|---|---|
| First Trial | Fell the thickest tree | Near shrine, left toward waterfall |
| Second Trial | Hunt the highest bird | Highest altitude in Bamboo Abode |
| Third Trial | Climb the ladderless tower | Cliffside ruins near shrine |
Starting the Quest: Find Rongrong’s Shrine
Begin at the Bamboo Abode waypoint and journey eastward until you spot a waterfall. You’ll need to jump down to lower ground—use Mighty Drop to minimize fall damage. Look for an old shrine tucked beneath the cliffs to your left when facing the waterfall.
Inside, you’ll meet Rongrong, a child who challenges you to complete three trials. Accept her challenge to begin tracking the objectives.
Pro Tip: Mark the shrine location on your map before leaving—you’ll need to return here after completing all three trials.
Trial #1: Fell the Thickest Tree
From the shrine, turn left toward the waterfall and scan for a large non-bamboo tree. It’s the only substantial tree in the immediate area, making it easy to identify once you know what to look for.
Walk up to the tree and attack it several times with your weapon. After a few hits, the tree will collapse, and you’ll receive the first tablet as proof of completion.
Looking to optimize your combat for tougher challenges? Check our Where Winds Meet best weapons guide and martial arts mastery tips.
Trial #2: Hunt the Highest Bird
This trial requires reaching the highest altitude possible in Bamboo Abode. Scale the cliffs surrounding the shrine area using your lightness skills and grappling points.
Once you’ve reached peak elevation, scan the sky for birds circling above. Equip your bow and use the Still Waters mystic art (if you’ve unlocked it) to slow their movement, making your shots easier to land.
One successful hit on a high-altitude bird completes this trial and awards the second tablet.
Combat Tip: If you’re struggling with accuracy, consume endurance to trigger Still Waters, which dramatically slows bird movement for easier targeting.
Trial #3: Climb the Ladderless Tower
The final trial demands you scale a tower with no conventional entrance or ladders. Look for ruins near the cliffside around the shrine area—the structure features crumbling walls perfect for climbing.
Use your parkour abilities to jump between ledges and grab onto protruding stones. Work your way up systematically, using dash jumps when gaps appear too wide for regular movement.
Reaching the tower’s summit grants the third and final tablet, completing all of Rongrong’s challenges.
Master movement mechanics with our Where Winds Meet parkour guide and exploration strategies.
Claiming Your Rewards
Return to Rongrong at the shrine with all three tablets. Select the “Give” option during conversation to hand over your proof of completion.
Rewards Include:
- Character experience points
- Echo Jade currency
- Enlightenment Points for skill progression
- Generic exploration goodies
While Rongrong promises a “Secret Tome,” you’ll actually receive standard exploration rewards instead. The mysterious tome may unlock through future connected quests—keep an eye on your Wandering Tales journal for follow-ups.
For official quest walkthroughs and detailed mechanics, visit the Where Winds Meet Wiki.
Why Complete Wandering Tales?
Wandering Tales like Great Hero’s Trial provide essential resources for character progression while teaching you core game mechanics. The experience you gain here prepares you for tougher exploration quests throughout Qinghe and beyond.
Plus, these side stories add depth to the world’s lore, revealing hidden stories about the region’s inhabitants and history.
Maximize your progression with our Where Winds Meet leveling guide and resource farming tips.
FAQs
Q: Can I complete the trials in any order?
Yes! The three trials have no specific sequence requirement. You can tackle the ladderless tower first, hunt the bird second, and fell the tree last—whatever order suits your exploration route. Just make sure to collect all three tablets before returning to Rongrong.
Q: What happens if I leave the area before finishing?
Your progress saves automatically. If you collected one or two tablets but left Bamboo Abode, the completed trials remain marked in your journal. Simply return to finish the remaining objectives whenever you’re ready—there’s no time limit or expiration.
