What to know

  • Sect Status tracks your standing within a faction in Where Winds Meet
  • You can view it directly from the in-game Sects interface
  • Status unlocks perks, shops, and progression rewards
  • Some options only appear after early story progression

In Where Winds Meet, sects play a major role in shaping how your character grows. Each sect functions like a faction, with its own rules, reputation system, and rewards. Knowing where to check your Sect Status helps you track progress and plan your next steps.

How to check sect status from the main menu

Step 1: Open the main game menu

Pause the game to bring up the main interface. This is where character, inventory, and progression systems are accessed.

Open the main game menu (Image credit: Everstone Studio / Via: YouTube - WebPro Education)

Step 2: Select the Sects option

Look for a menu option labeled Sects or Factions. This usually appears once you have officially joined a sect through the story.

Select the Sects option (Image credit: Everstone Studio / Via: YouTube - WebPro Education)

Step 3: Review your sect details

Inside the Sects screen, you can see your current sect, reputation score, rank title, and a progress bar showing how close you are to the next tier.

Review your sect details (Image credit: Everstone Studio / Via: YouTube - WebPro Education)

Step 4: Check unlocked benefits

Scroll through the same screen to view perks, items, or services unlocked at your current rank, along with previews of upcoming rewards.

Check unlocked benefits (Image credit: Everstone Studio / Via: YouTube - WebPro Education)

Checking sect status through NPC interactions

After joining a sect, certain elder or authority NPCs associated with that faction can also reflect your standing. When you speak with them, dialogue options or quest availability often change based on your current rank. This acts as a secondary confirmation of your Sect Status, especially if you want narrative feedback rather than menu details.

What affects your sect reputation

Sect Status is tied directly to reputation. You increase it by completing sect-specific tasks, trials, and commands that align with the faction’s rules. Ignoring duties or breaking sect principles can slow progress or reduce standing, making it important to stay consistent with the sect you’ve chosen.

Sect reputation (Image credit: Everstone Studio / Via: YouTube - WebPro Education)

Sect status in progression

Checking your Sect Status in Where Winds Meet is straightforward once the system unlocks. Use the Sects menu for a full breakdown of your rank and progress, and pay attention to NPC interactions for additional context. Keeping an eye on this screen ensures you never miss out on rewards or advancement opportunities.