Looking to walk the path of deception and mischief in Where Winds Meet? The Nine Mortal Ways sect is calling your name. Unlike noble factions devoted to righteousness, this chaotic brotherhood celebrates pranks, disguises, and social trickery—making it the perfect choice for players who enjoy bending rules and stirring up Jianghu drama.
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Where Winds Meet: Nine Mortal Ways Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Sect Philosophy | Brotherhood first, loyalty above all |
| Signature Weapon | Mortal Rope Dart |
| Playstyle | Deception, disguises, pranks |
| Starting Location | Harvestfall Village (West Qinghe) |
| Entry Fee | Small bribe to San Qian |
| Unique Features | Weekly Fun Points, disguise system |
| Sect Rules | A Thousand Faces, Jianghu Fun, Deceiving Heaven |
The Deceptive Entry Quest
Nine Mortal Ways doesn’t advertise itself openly—that would ruin the fun. Instead, the sect operates through deception, making you believe you’re joining the heroic Well of Heaven Sect. Here’s the twist: the elder recruiting you is a fraud working for Nine Mortal Ways all along.
Step-by-Step Unlock Process
1. Find San Qian in Harvestfall Village
Travel to Harvestfall Village on Qinghe’s western side. Look for San Qian, the well-informed waiter who always knows the latest gossip. Speak with him and pay a cheap bribe—he’ll tip you off about a Well of Heaven elder camping near an elm tree.
2. Meet the “Elder” at the Village Top
Head up to the highest point in Harvestfall Village. You’ll find someone claiming to be a Well of Heaven elder beneath an elm tree. He agrees to let you join the sect, but there’s a catch.
3. Complete the “Steal Jewelry” Task
The supposed elder assigns you a quest: Steal a pile of jewelry from his old friend. This should raise red flags immediately—why would a righteousness-focused sect ask you to steal? But this is your first test. Play along with the deception.
4. The Big Reveal
After completing the theft, return to the elder. He reveals the truth: you’ve been tricked! He’s not from Well of Heaven at all—he’s a member of Nine Mortal Ways, and you’ve just proven yourself worthy by participating in the scam. Welcome to the brotherhood of tricksters.
What Makes Nine Mortal Ways Special?
A Thousand Faces: The signature mechanic lets you participate in disguise activities, blending into different sects to experience diverse lives and impersonate other faction members. This opens unique social gameplay unavailable to other sects.
Jianghu Fun System: Earn Weekly Fun Points by teasing NPCs, pulling pranks, bluffing in card games, and tricking other players. The more chaos you cause (without breaking laws), the higher your sect reputation.
Deceiving Heaven Penalty: Failed tricks or jail time deduct 10 Virtue points, adding stakes to your mischief. Get caught too often, and you’ll face consequences within the sect hierarchy.
Mortal Rope Dart: Your Signature Weapon
Upon joining, you receive the Mortal Rope Dart—a unique ranged-melee hybrid weapon perfect for the trickster playstyle. This martial art combines mid-range control with close combat capability, letting you engage enemies from safety or dive into brawls when needed.
The weapon pairs beautifully with disguise mechanics, allowing you to approach targets undetected before unleashing rope dart combos. Its crowd control capabilities make it excellent for solo exploration and group content alike.
Sect Rules and Progression
Brotherhood First: Disciples of the same sect must not harm one another—betray a fellow Nine Mortal Ways member, and you’ll face serious consequences.
Weekly Reputation Cap: Complete Errands (daily tasks) to earn reputation points, capped at 1,200 per week. Weekend completions grant bonus reputation, so time your activities strategically.
Sect Shop Access: As you rank up through pranks and successful deceptions, unlock exclusive cosmetics, emotes, titles, and consumables unavailable to other factions.
Leaving Consequences: Want to abandon Nine Mortal Ways? You’ll need to pay 50,000 Zhou Coins to the Sect Elder for leave approval. Plus, remaining members will hunt you down for betrayal—watch your back in the open world.
For comprehensive Where Winds Meet sect guides and martial arts strategies, explore TechnoSports gaming coverage featuring detailed faction breakdowns. Learn more about Chinese martial arts culture on Wikipedia’s Wuxia page.
Is Nine Mortal Ways Right for You?
Choose Nine Mortal Ways if you enjoy:
- Roleplay-heavy gameplay with social trickery
- Disguise mechanics and impersonation
- Mid-range combat with Mortal Rope Dart
- Earning rewards through pranks and deception
- A chaotic, humorous approach to Jianghu life
Avoid if you prefer:
- Straightforward heroic narratives
- Pure melee or healing playstyles
- Risk-free progression without penalties
- Single-player focused content
Pro Tips for Nine Mortal Ways Members
Master Disguises Early: The A Thousand Faces mechanic becomes more valuable as you progress. Practice blending into different sect territories to access restricted areas and exclusive interactions.
Balance Fun with Caution: Earning Fun Points is essential, but getting caught and jailed too often tanks your Virtue score. Plan your pranks carefully and have escape routes ready.
Weekend Grind: Save your Errands for weekends when possible to maximize reputation gains with the 30-point weekend bonus.
Skill Theft Alternative: If you want Mortal Rope Dart without committing to the sect’s rules, use skill theft mechanics to steal it from masters—though you’ll miss out on sect-exclusive cosmetics and social features.
FAQs
Can I join Nine Mortal Ways if I’ve already joined another sect?
Yes, but you must first leave your current sect through the Sect menu by holding the “Leave” button and completing an exit quest. There’s a 24-hour in-game cooldown period between leaving one sect and joining another. When you leave, you’ll lose access to that sect’s shop (though you keep purchased items) and face consequences like being hunted by former sect members. Your progress and reputation in the abandoned sect will reset.
What happens if I fail too many pranks and lose Virtue points?
Losing Virtue through failed tricks or jail time in Nine Mortal Ways primarily affects your sect reputation and progression speed. Each failure deducts 10 Virtue points, which can slow your rank advancement and delay access to higher-tier sect shop items. However, it won’t automatically kick you out of the sect—you’d need to repeatedly violate core rules like harming fellow sect members. To recover, focus on successful pranks and completing sect Errands to rebuild reputation.
