The River Master is one of the most memorable bosses in Where Winds Meet, appearing during the intense Heavenfall campaign arc after unlocking the Roaring Sands Region. This boss tests your mastery of movement, parries, and elemental timing with fast, sweeping aquatic techniques. If you struggled with the Dragon King, prepare for an even sharper challenge that rewards precision.

This guide breaks down who the River Master is, his core mechanics, and the most reliable strategies to help you defeat him efficiently.

Who is the River Master boss

The River Master is a powerful river-born entity and the second phase of the Water Realm trial. After you defeat the Dragon King, the water surges and reforms into the River Master, initiating a follow-up battle without much recovery time.

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His style blends fluid motion, wide-range water slashes, and swift repositioning, making him a high-pressure boss requiring calm execution.

How to defeat River Master

Here is how you can defeat the River Master boss easily:

Step 1: Prepare for instant phase transition

The River Master appears immediately after the Dragon King collapses—health does not refill, so preparation before phase one matters.

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Step 2: Dodge Water line dash

A long, fast dash that deals heavy stagger damage, telegraphed by a backward lean and rippling aura. Roll diagonally toward him, not backward. This places you behind him for a guaranteed punish window.

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Step 3: Parry aqua burst steps

Three-step strikes that cause short-range explosions; punishable after the final burst. His three-step aqua bursts follow a fixed rhythm—parry all three to stun him briefly.

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Step 4: Dodge vortex

River master summons vortexes that pull you inward. Rolling sideways twice escapes safely. Avoid the vortex zone. Circle outward, wait for it to fade, then engage again.

Mid-range horizontal water waves that crack weak guards—parry timing is essential.

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Defeating the River Master is all about rhythm, patience, and precision. Once you read his dashes and burst patterns, the fight becomes far more manageable. With these strategies and martial arts choices, you’ll clear the Heavenfall encounter confidently and stylishly.