Where Winds Meet Nameless Sword Daunting Strike Guide

What to know

• Cooldown: 12 seconds
• Type: Melee DPS/Sword Morph (Inner Way)
• Function: Engage from mid-range → chase down → burst damage
• Bonus: Grants a 3-second Qi Shield after the second relentless chase

Daunting Strike is a Martial Arts skill belonging to the Nameless Sword set, which is the default sword style you start with in Where Winds Meet. This skill allows you to hurl a flying sword that deals minor damage, then dash forward along with the sword.

During the dash follow-through, you can press again to unleash up to two additional strikes called Relentless Chase, each dealing increased damage. After the second strike, you gain a Qi shield that lasts 3 seconds, providing defensive benefits.

How to use Daunting Strike in Where Winds Meet

To perform the Daunting Strike:

• PC: Press Q
• Xbox: LT + X
• PlayStation: L2 + Square

Tips

• Aim your camera before using the skill—Daunting Strike follows your reticle.
• Don’t spam the button; press each activation with a short rhythm.
• Use the move to punish slow wind-ups or immobile targets.
• Cancel the ending lag with a dodge if using it aggressively in PvP.

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