Murong Yuan stands among the toughest optional bosses in Where Winds Meet, testing your mastery of parrying, dodging, and tactical awareness across two brutal phases. Found during the Jinming Pool Campaign quest in Kaifeng’s Jadewood Court area, this dual-phase encounter demands precision and patience. Ready to claim victory? Here’s your complete strategy guide to conquering this formidable warrior.
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Where Winds Meet Murong Yuan Boss Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Jadewood Court (South of Kaifeng City) |
| Quest | Jinming Pool Campaign (Optional) |
| Difficulty | Hard (Two Phases) |
| Companion Support | Yes (Highly Recommended) |
| Rechallenge | Available after first completion |
| Key Mechanics | Parrying, Meridian Touch counters, Phase transitions |
Essential Gear Setup for Success
Before challenging Murong Yuan, optimize your loadout for survivability and counter opportunities:
Recommended Weapon: Panacea Fan provides crucial healing effects throughout the extended fight. While any Martial Arts weapon works, the Fan’s regeneration keeps you in the battle longer during mistakes.
Critical Mystic Art: Equip Meridian Touch ability—this becomes mandatory for countering specific golden-glowing attacks. Without it equipped, certain moves become nearly impossible to handle safely.
Companion Choice: Bring a tank companion like Yi Dao to absorb aggro during dangerous moments, especially in Phase 2 when the mechanical bird adds chaos. Companions dramatically improve your survival odds.
Phase 1: Mastering the Sword Dance
Murong Yuan’s opening phase revolves around reading her sword glows and responding correctly:
Golden Sword Attacks (Two Types)
Watch for her blade glowing golden—she uses two distinct attacks with this indicator:
- Counterable Attack: When prompted on-screen, activate Meridian Touch to counter and deal massive damage
- Uncounterable Attack: Dodge sideways immediately; attempting to counter results in heavy damage
Pro Tip: Wait for the on-screen prompt before using Meridian Touch. Guessing wrong wastes your counter window.
Red Sword Combo
When her weapon glows red, execute this sequence:
- Step back and dodge the initial strike (cannot be parried/blocked)
- Immediately parry the follow-up second strike for a counterattack opportunity
Companion Management
If using a companion, let them draw Murong Yuan’s attention periodically to create safe healing windows. Critical: Keep them alive for Phase 2—their survival becomes even more important when the mechanical bird enters the fight.
Phase 2: The Mechanical Bird Chaos
Phase 2 introduces Murong Yuan’s mechanical bird ally, transforming this into a two-target encounter requiring split attention:
Bird Projectile Management
The bird fires ranged projectiles that you can deflect back. Depleting the bird’s Qi bar stuns it temporarily—but do not execute a finisher. Your goal remains defeating Murong Yuan only; finishing the bird wastes time and resources.
Aerial Plunge Attack
Murong Yuan frequently calls the bird and flies away, then performs a devastating plunge attack:
- Clear the landing zone immediately when she takes flight
- The impact zone applies burn status effect damage over time
- Use this airborne moment to heal or reposition safely
Phase 2 Strategy Tips
- Maintain camera awareness to track both Murong Yuan and the bird simultaneously
- Deflect bird projectiles while keeping pressure on Murong Yuan
- Use your companion to tank either enemy while you focus the other
- Manage stamina carefully—Phase 2 demands more dodging and deflecting
Victory Rewards and Rechallenge System
Defeating Murong Yuan unlocks her as a rechallengeable boss in the Campaign Challenges menu. Subsequent victories cost stamina but grant valuable equipment and crafting materials. This makes her an excellent farming target for endgame progression.
For more boss strategies, check our complete Dalang boss guide and explore Where Winds Meet’s friendship system for companion optimization tips.
How to Watch Murong Yuan Boss Fight
Want to see this strategy in action before attempting the fight yourself?
- Official NetEase YouTube: Watch the Where Winds Meet official channel for boss showcases and combat tutorials
- Twitch Streams: Search “Where Winds Meet Murong Yuan” to find live player attempts with real-time strategy commentary
- Official Website: Visit Where Winds Meet’s official site for developer tips and combat mechanics breakdowns
Looking for more combat guides? Explore our Sword Horizon unlock guide and complete Gathering of Heroes walkthrough.
FAQs
Q: Can I bring companions or co-op partners to fight Murong Yuan?
Yes, companions are allowed and highly recommended! Bring a tank like Yi Dao to manage aggro, especially during Phase 2’s chaotic bird mechanics. However, Murong Yuan is a campaign boss, so traditional co-op multiplayer isn’t available—only NPC companions can assist. Keep your companion alive through both phases for maximum effectiveness.
Q: What happens if I fail to defeat Murong Yuan during the Jinming Pool Campaign quest?
Failing the fight simply restarts the encounter from the beginning with no permanent penalties. You can retry immediately with adjusted strategies or return after leveling up and improving gear. Once you eventually defeat her in the campaign, she unlocks as a rechallengeable boss that you can farm for rewards by spending stamina at the Campaign Challenges menu.
