A Kindred Steed is an Encounter side quest in Where Winds Meet that begins after interacting with a unique horse named Golden Snow at a marked location in Sundara Land, Qinghe.

The quest involves several stages of dialogue, timed waiting periods (which can be sped up using the in-game clock), and making choices that affect Golden Snow’s story and jobs.

Successfully completing the series of interactions and following through to speak with Jim Buque concludes the quest and grants valuable rewards. 

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Kindred Steed quest rewards

Reward Type Quantity / Description
Echo Jade x25
Coin x10000
Character EXP x15000
Qinghe Exploration Points x25

Kindred Steed quest location

A Kindred Steed quest encounter begins after interacting with a horse named Golden Snow at the marked location below in Sundara Land, Qinghe.

Kindred Steed quest walkthrough

Step 1

After reaching the location as shown on the map above, speak with the horse named Golden Snow.

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Step 2

Pick a Sour Berry, bring it back to Golden Snow, and give it to the horse.

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Step 3

After the conversation, return to Golden Snow after two days. You can use the clock to fast-forward the time.

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Step 4

Talk to Golden Snow again.

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Step 5

Wait one more day, then visit Golden Snow again. You can use the clock again to fast-forward the time.

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Step 6

Visit Golden Snow and speak with him.

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Step 7

Visit Golden Snow again after one day.

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Step 8

Speak with the two merchants standing behind you, then talk to Golden Snow afterward.

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Step 9

Visit Golden Snow again after two days.

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Step 10

Finally, speak with Jim Buque to complete the quest encounter and claim your rewards.

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Tips to complete Kindred Steed Encounter

  • Be patient and use the in-game clock to fast-forward time during the waiting periods.
  • Pay attention to dialogue choices as they affect Golden Snow’s story and job assignments.
  • Regularly check back with Golden Snow as the quest progresses over several days.

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