Qiu Quiren in Where Winds Meet Guide

In the sprawling world of Where Winds Meet, befriending NPCs adds depth to your journey — unlocking extra interactions, potential rewards, and richer immersion in Jianghu life. Qiu Qiuren is a member of the Raging Tides disciples who appears as part of the roster of “Jianghu Friends.”

Because not all NPCs are automatically allies, it helps to know exactly where to find Qiu Qiuren and what to do to gain his trust.

Location

While there is no specific spawn location of Qiu Quiren, you may find him near Kilnfire Ridge during the quest Her Legacy.

Steps to befriend Qiu Quiren

To befriend Qiu Quiren, you must defeat him in a sparring match.

Step 1

Stand near Qiu Quiren and challenge him for a duel.

Step 2

It will be a timed match, and you will be given 3 minutes to defeat him.

Step 3

You will only be able to use your sword, as it is a sparring match. But your Mystical Skills will be accessible; you can use them to your advantage.

Step 4

You will be required to bring his health bar to zero before the time ends. Successfully doing so will ensure your friendship with him.

Tips for defeating Qiu Quiren

• Focus on sword skills since only your sword is allowed in the duel.
• Use Mystical Skills for quick damage bursts within the 3-minute limit.
• Stay aggressive to prevent him from recovering or creating distance.
• Learn his attack rhythm to dodge and counter efficiently.

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