Graceful Melody is a mini-game where musician NPCs invite you to perform a linear rhythm game. You'll have to press the button on time once the notes hit the circle. Netting a high score will give you rewards.
In this particular instance, the mini-game is offered by Hu Ma to complete 'Overwhelming to Hear.' Hu Ma is a wandering musician who challenges you to follow the rhythm of his performance using the Pipa instrument. You can play this mini-game by interacting with Hu Ma; follow along to successfully play this game and match each note as it lands to keep the melody flowing.
Rewards
- ×5 Musicality
- ×1 Ballad of the Six Hu States
- ×25 Echo Jade
- ×20 Qinghe Exploration
- ×2,000 Character EXP
- ×2,000 Coin
Location
You can find Hu Ma near the Wildmane Ranch in Sunadara Land within Qinghe.

Walkthrough
Step 1
Approach Hu Ma and initiate a conversation. He will offer you the chance to participate in his musical performance.

Step 2
You can choose to perform solo or team up for a duet when playing with a friend in multiplayer.

Step 3
Once the mini-game begins, a stream of notes will move toward a circular timing point. Keep your focus on when each note reaches the indicator.

Step 4
Hit the corresponding button/key exactly when a note touches the circle.
- Perfect timing gives the best score.
- Early or late presses reduce accuracy.
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Step 4
The tune will continue until all notes have passed. Maintain steady timing as the speed and density of notes may increase.

Step 5
Your total score is calculated based on timing accuracy. Higher accuracy yields better performance ratings and improved rewards from Hu Ma.

Playing the Graceful Melody mini-game with Hu Ma offers a relaxing, rhythmic break from your main journey in Where Winds Meet. By mastering the timing of each note and following the flow of Hu Ma’s tune, you can earn rewards while enjoying a charming musical encounter.
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