Where Winds Meet Mental Methods Guide - All Qinghe Locations (2025)
Qinghe is Where Winds Meet's starting region, and it's packed with 30+ Mental Methods hidden across quests, dungeons, world bosses, and secret chests. Problem is, the game doesn't tell you where most of them are.
This guide lists every Mental Method in Qinghe, organized by how you get them — so you can plan your collection route without missing anything.
What Are Mental Methods?
Quick primer if you're new:
Mental Methods are passive talent systems that change how your character behaves. Think of them like equipping different "engines" under the hood — they affect damage, stamina, healing, and conditional buffs.
- You can slot 4 Mental Methods at once
- Each has multiple tiers that unlock stronger effects
- Different builds need different Mental Methods — not all are universal
For which Mental Methods work best with which builds, see our Best Mental Methods by Build guide.
Priority Mental Methods (Get These First)
Before diving into the full list, here are the 5 must-have Mental Methods that work with almost any build:
| Mental Method | English Reference | Why It's Essential | How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melody of Yi River | Universal damage buff | 15% team damage at Tier 6. Every build wants this. | Buy from merchant Tang Bao in Buxianxian for 5,000 Changming Jade |
| Weimengge | Song of Might | Charged attack damage + boss damage. Core for DPS builds. | First-clear Foye Stronghold |
| Shenglong Huohu | Vital Dragon, Lively Tiger | Max HP + survivability. Keeps you alive in hard content. | Combine 10 pages (6 from Longhu Stronghold + 4 from Adventurer's Path quest) |
| Nameless Mental Method | Starter passive set | Balanced stats for early game. Free and automatic. | Adventurer's Path daily sign-in |
| Xinghua Bujian | Apricot Blossoms Unseen | Healing received + HP recovery. Great for sustain builds. | Complete "Heritage: Way of the Healer" quest at Level 13 (requires 6,000 Qinghe exploration) |
All Qinghe Mental Methods by Acquisition Method
Main Story Quests
These unlock automatically as you progress the story. No exploration needed.
| Mental Method | Quest | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wangchuan Juexiang | "Fire at Buxianxian" | Defeat boss Qianye. Core for Umbrella build. |
| Duanshi Zhigou | "For Whom Do We Return" | Defeat Yidao in dream sequence. External attack penetration — great for DPS. |
Stronghold First-Clears
Each stronghold rewards an Mental Method on first completion.
| Mental Method | Stronghold | Combat Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Weimengge | Foye Stronghold | Use construction to destroy defenses first. Bring a party or wait until you have 3 Martial Arts unlocked. |
| Shenglong Huohu pages (×6) | Longhu Stronghold | Combine with 4 pages from Adventurer's Path to complete the set. |
Garrison Dungeons
Garrison dungeons are repeatable, but Mental Methods only drop on first clear.
| Mental Method | Dungeon | Boss |
|---|---|---|
| Guiyanjing | Spring Autumn Manor | Xiao Shiqi |
| Zhengren Gui | Ruoshui Shore | Xunxin |
| Nuzhan Ma | Bodhi Bitter Sea | Ye Wanshan |
Tip: Zhengren Gui (Warrior's Return) needs Tier 6 to be useful. Don't invest early — wait until you have resources.
World Bosses
These spawn in the open world. Some have daily attempt limits.
| Mental Method | Boss | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanhe Jueyun | Shadow Puppet Master | Baicao Field | Core for Mo Blade builds. AoE damage boost. |
| Zhixuan Pianzhu | Sleeping Daoist | East slope of Baicao Field | Skill accuracy + CC resistance. 1 attempt per day. |
Side Quests & Adventures
Hidden quests that require exploration or prerequisites.
| Mental Method | Quest/Method | Location | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kangzao Dafa | Adventure "What Kind of Riffraff" | Fenghe Village | Talk to NPCs, complete simple combat |
| Liaoyuan Xinghuo | Quest "Seeking Mushrooms" | Deer Food Forest, NE of waypoint | Must complete cooking quest "Baxia's Flavor" first (collect wild mushrooms + lean meat) |
| Ningshenzang | Quest from Feng Jisheng | Deer Food Forest, NW of waypoint | Must complete Adventurer's Chapter 6 first, then learn bow |
| Xinghua Bujian | Lifestyle quest "Heritage: Way of the Healer" | Unlocks at Level 13 | Requires 6,000 Qinghe exploration points |
Gameplay Activities
Accumulated through minigames and repeatable content.
| Mental Method | Activity | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Yijing Yiwu | "Five Tones Bring Peace" | Collect 27 "Qiqiao" tokens, unlock via talent tree "Zhaode Zhile Yi" |
| Shanyue Wuying | "Five Tones Bring Peace" | Collect 9 "Qiqiao" tokens, unlock via talent tree "Xianggong Zhile Yi" |
| Melody of Yi River | Purchase | 5,000 Changming Jade from merchant Tang Bao in Buxianxian |
Hidden Chests
These require exploration. No quest markers.
| Mental Method | Chest Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Qianshanfa | Inside Spring Autumn Manor | Hidden corner, no prerequisites |
| Wanxuejian pages (×5) | Buxianxian, Han Yi's room | Part of 3-chest collection |
| Wanxuejian pages (×5) | Living Person Clinic basement | Part of 3-chest collection |
| Wanxuejian pages (×5) | Ruoshui Shore, near boundary marker | Part of 3-chest collection |
Collect all 15 pages to combine Wanxuejian — good for high-frequency attack builds like Umbrella or Nine Swords.
Skill Theft
Hidden spots where you can "steal" techniques. May trigger combat.
| Mental Method | Location | Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Zhulang Xinjing | Nine Curves Spear stronghold, NW corner behind wooden house | Clear nearby enemies first. Core for Heaven Quake Spear build. |
| Junchen Yao | Mingchuan Medicine stronghold, east side near herb garden | Skill theft + open core chest. Core for Healer Fan build. |
Mental Method Pages & Crafting
Some Mental Methods require collecting pages from multiple sources, then combining them in your inventory.
| Mental Method | Total Pages | Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Shenglong Huohu | 10 | 6 from Longhu Stronghold + 4 from Adventurer's Path "Yanyun Zhong" quest |
| Wanxuejian | 15 | 5 each from: Buxianxian (Han Yi's room), Living Person Clinic (basement), Ruoshui Shore (boundary marker room) |
Weekly Collection Route
If you're starting fresh, here's an efficient order:
Days 1-2: Story Progress
- Push main story → unlock Wangchuan Juexiang and Duanshi Zhigou
- First-clear Foye Stronghold → get Weimengge
- First-clear Longhu Stronghold → get 6 Shenglong Huohu pages
Days 3-4: Exploration
- Buy Melody of Yi River (save 5,000 Jade early)
- Complete "Heritage: Way of the Healer" → get Xinghua Bujian
- Hit 6,000 exploration points (chests, world events)
Days 5-6: Dungeons
- First-clear Spring Autumn Manor → get Guiyanjing
- First-clear Ruoshui Shore → get Zhengren Gui
- Participate in "Five Tones Bring Peace" → accumulate tokens
Day 7: Hidden Content
- Hunt for chest pages (Wanxuejian, Qianshanfa)
- Find skill theft spots (Zhulang Xinjing, Junchen Yao)
- Challenge world boss Sleeping Daoist → get Zhixuan Pianzhu
How to Get Mental Method Manuals
Upgrading Mental Methods requires manuals. Here's where to farm them:
Reliable Sources:
- Daily sign-in rewards
- Adventurer's Path quests
- Garrison dungeon clears
- "Crazy Dragon King" and "Fireworks Festival" events
- Merchants in Weiyang City + Zhao Feiyan's private shop (costs Changming Jade)
Easy Sources:
- Buy food from chefs → gift to NPCs for affection rewards
- Play chess minigame (rewards even if you lose)
- Eat chef's special dishes → increases proficiency, sometimes gives manuals
Efficient Sources:
- Challenge "Taiping Martial Tomb" → exchange shop
- Complete seasonal challenges across all builds
Common Mistakes
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❌ Upgrading every Mental Method equally — Focus resources on 4-5 core ones first. Spreading thin wastes manuals.
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❌ Missing prerequisites for quests — Liaoyuan Xinghuo needs the cooking quest done first. Ningshenzang needs Chapter 6 complete. Check requirements before hunting.
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❌ Skipping exploration points — Many quests require 6,000+ Qinghe exploration. Open chests and trigger world events as you travel.
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❌ Ignoring page-based Mental Methods — Shenglong Huohu and Wanxuejian are excellent but require combining pages. Don't forget to check your inventory.
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❌ Fighting skill theft spots unprepared — These can trigger combat. Clear nearby enemies first, or bring a party.
Quick Reference: Mental Methods by Build
| Build | Must-Have Mental Methods |
|---|---|
| Nameless Sword | Nameless IA + Qianshanfa + Weimengge + Melody of Yi River |
| Umbrella + Rope Dart | Wangchuan Juexiang + Melody of Yi River + Duanshi Zhigou + Weimengge |
| Mo Blade (Tank) | Shanhe Jueyun + Kangzao Dafa + Tieshen Jue + Shenglong Huohu |
| Healer Fan | Junchen Yao + Melody of Yi River + Xinghua Bujian + Zhixuan Pianzhu |
| Nine Swords | Jianqi Zongheng + Melody of Yi River + Ningshenzang + Zhengren Gui |
For detailed build-specific recommendations, see Best Mental Methods by Build.
Related Guides
- Best Mental Methods by Build — Which Mental Methods for which playstyle
- Nameless Sword Build Guide — Starter DPS build
- Umbrella + Rope Dart Build Guide — T0 PvE DPS
- Qinghe Region Guide — Exploration tips and hidden content
Final Thoughts
Qinghe's Mental Methods form the foundation for every build in Where Winds Meet. You don't need to collect all 30+ immediately — focus on the 5 priority picks first, then expand based on your preferred playstyle.
The good news: unlike gacha systems, every Mental Method here is farmable and guaranteed. No RNG, no premium currency walls. Just exploration, quests, and dungeon clears.
Start with Melody of Yi River and Weimengge. Those two alone will carry you through most early content.
Take your time. The martial arts world isn't going anywhere.