Lost in the misty swamps of Bodhi Sea? This atmospheric campaign quest throws drums, deadly crocs, and a mounted boss your way. Don’t worry—we’ve cracked the code. Here’s your straightforward walkthrough to beating Where Winds Meet’s most mystifying side quest and unlocking the powerful Flaming Meteor Mystic Art.
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Where Winds Meet Quest Breakdown
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Quest Type | Campaign Side Quest |
| Location | Sundara Land, Qinghe |
| Main Objective | Strike 3 drums, defeat Ye Wanshan |
| Boss Fight | Ye Wanshan (Mounted) |
| Key Reward | Flaming Meteor Mystic Art |
| Duration | 20-30 minutes |
| Difficulty | Medium |
Step 1: Navigate the Poisonous Swamp
From the Wayfarer in Sundara Land, drop into Bodhi Sea carefully. The area is shrouded in mist and filled with poisonous muck that restricts movement.
Pro Tip: Use Wind Sense liberally to detect crocodiles lurking in deep water. These crocs attack instantly when you venture into murky areas, and you can’t dodge or escape easily once engaged. Stick to wooden platforms and shallow crossings.
Step 2: Find and Strike the Three Drums
Your mission is to sound three drums scattered throughout the area. Here’s how to locate them efficiently:
Listen for Audio Cues: When a drum is nearby, a soundwave icon appears on your HUD showing the direction. Follow these visual indicators.
Combat Warning: Each drum is guarded by soldiers who resurrect once after defeat. Don’t panic—just beat them again to proceed.
Recommended Route: Start by taking the left path around the swamp. Cross shallow water near the tree to reach the first drum past a Buddha statue. Continue following audio cues for drums two and three.
For more combat strategies, check our Where Winds Meet beginner’s guide.
Step 3: Speak with Zhang Yinmang
After striking all three drums, return to the village center and talk to Zhang Yinmang, the NPC beating the central drum. He’ll confirm your progress and trigger an illusion sequence leading to the boss.
Walk slowly through the illusion path, listening to spirits along the way. At the end, you’ll reach a Hero’s Tomb—your cue that the boss fight awaits.
Step 4: Defeat Ye Wanshan (Boss Strategy)
Phase 1 – Master the Parry:
Ye Wanshan telegraphs attacks with red indicators that have delayed timing. Focus on deflecting these red attacks to deplete his Qi bar, staggering him for massive damage windows.
Phase 2 – Dodge the Fire:
At around 50% health, his weapons ignite and he introduces unblockable yellow-indicator attacks. He’ll perform powerful slams and throw his glaive twice in succession. Switch from parrying to dodging, and capitalize on his long recovery animations after these heavy attacks.
Essential Tips:
- Upgrade defense stats before attempting this fight
- Maintain distance in Phase 2 and wait for openings
- Save healing items for the second phase
Explore more boss guides at our Where Winds Meet combat hub.
Rewards Worth Fighting For
Complete Bodhi Sea to earn 4,000 base Character EXP (plus 400 per level), the Flaming Meteor Mystic Art, unique cosmetics, and a green jade required for unlocking The Promised Light final quest.
For official game updates, visit Where Winds Meet’s official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens if I accidentally fall into deep swamp water?
The poisonous swamp severely restricts your movement, and crocodiles attack immediately in deep areas. Your best bet is sticking to wooden platforms and using Wind Sense before moving through unclear zones. If you do fall in, spam your dodge button toward the nearest solid ground—but honestly, prevention beats cure here.
Q: Can I replay the Ye Wanshan boss fight after completing the quest?
Absolutely! Once defeated in the main quest, Ye Wanshan becomes available in Campaign Challenge mode. This lets you farm him for additional rewards and practice your combat timing against mounted bosses—perfect prep for future encounters throughout your journey.
