Antique clues are collectible hints that point you toward hidden historical items scattered across the world. Each antique usually needs one or more clues to unlock its final location. Clues can be earned from activities, merchants, side quests, exploration, or interactions with special NPCs.
Finding antiques in Where Winds Meet often requires gathering specific clues first. This guide covers all reliable ways to obtain antique clues, how each method works, and the best tips to speed up your discovery progress.
You also have the Storyteller of the Past NPC, Qingxuan, who provides some of the clearest hints in the game. If you’re trying to complete region collections or understand why an antique hasn’t “registered” yet, this guide explains every source of clues and how to make them work.
Location for getting clues for antiques in WWM
In Halo Peak, travel to the Fate Incense Burner to find NPC Qingxuan and retrieve clues for antiques and their locations.
How the Storyteller of the Past helps with antiques
The Storyteller of the Past is one of the most useful NPCs for antique hunters. He exists to explain the history behind items and indirectly point you to where missing antiques come from, especially if you’ve looted something before triggering a story requirement. You can reclaim memories from past and talk about the past or antiques with him.
What the Storyteller does
Gives background lore about antique items. Mentions characters, locations, or events tied to unregistered antiques.
Asks for a donation in return for items. Sometimes points you toward specific regions or forgotten clues for antiques.
After submitting the 500 currency donation, you go to the Incense and pray to get the items. In case of clues, you can pray without donation.
Sometimes you may get items, and sometimes clues for items, depending on your progression in the game.
For example, we received Tang Palace Hairpin on selecting "Reclaim memories," while on selecting "Ask about the Past," we received a clue for the antique.
Antique System Understanding
| What You See In-Game | What It Means for Antiques |
|---|---|
| “Normal” gear that looks unique | You get antiques that look like normal gear or cosmetics. Might convert into an antique after reading lore or reaching a required exploration level |
| Region Exploration Level 5 | Unlocks additional antiques, clues, and chest spawns |
| Letters, notes, lore documents | Required triggers for antiques in many regions |
| Revisiting hidden areas | Some antiques only register after a story milestone or NPC interaction |
| Talking to the Storyteller of the Past | Grants clues and antiques when given a donation of 500 |
Antique clue tips
- Check merchants every reset — their clue stock rotates often.
- Use high vantage points to discover ruins and secret areas holding clues.
- Complete story arcs region by region to avoid missing quest-based clues.
- Carry spare Commerce Coins — some clues are expensive and limited.
- Use fast travel to cycle Jianghu encounters efficiently.
Antiques are some of the most rewarding exploration finds in Where Winds Meet, revealing stories, history, and hidden paths across Hua Xia. By locating Fate Incense Burners, following karma clues, and searching each region’s landmarks, you gradually piece together every heirloom for full collection completion. Take your time, explore thoroughly, and enjoy uncovering the forgotten tales behind each antique.
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