Tai Chi is a versatile martial arts skill in Where Winds Meet that lets you manipulate enemies through powerful grabs and throws, controlling the battlefield with spinning strikes that disrupt foes and break shields. Unlock it early to enhance combat strategy and uncover environmental secrets with its unique out-of-combat effects.
This guide explains how to unlock it, what it does, and how to use it effectively in both exploration and combat.
Where Winds Meet: Tai Chi skill details
| Mode / Effect | Description |
|---|---|
| Out of Combat | Creates gusts that gather fallen leaves and causes ripples in water, making fish leap to reveal hidden secrets. |
| In Combat | Pulls and spins enemies before hurling them, dealing damage and disrupting positioning. Effective as a Shield Breaker against shield-bearing foes. You can aim the throw by rotating your camera. |
| Damage | Enhanced damage on weak point breaks through breakthrough tiers. |
| Special Effects |
Tier 2: Deals bonus damage on weak point breaks. Tier 3: Reduces enemy defense after weak point break. Tier 4: Further increases bonus damage on weak point breaks. |
| Skill Type | Offensive, Puzzle |
| Skill Tags | Tai Chi, Shield Breaker |
How to unlock the Tai Chi skill in Where Winds Meet
To unlock the Tai Chi skill in Where Winds Meet, you need to complete the quest called "A Bear of a Task." In this quest, you encounter a bear reaching for a beehive in the overworld. Observing the bear triggers a Timing Comprehension mini-game. Successfully completing this mini-game rewards you with the Tai Chi Mystic Skill.
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How to use the Tai Chi skill in Where Winds Meet
To use the Tai Chi skill in Where Winds Meet, simply press the assigned key (usually 4 on the keyboard by default) during combat to grab an enemy. While holding the enemy, rotate your camera to aim the direction you want to throw them. Release the key to hurl the enemy, dealing damage and disrupting their positioning. Tai Chi is especially effective against shield-bearing enemies as it acts as a Shield Breaker.
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Tai Chi skill breakthrough requirements
| Tier | Rank Range | Upgrade Materials | Key Benefits and Breakthrough Bonuses |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 - 9 | Lv. 1 Ebon Iron x2 per rank | Base skill functionality: Pull, whirl, and hurl enemies. Adds shield breaker effect and out-of-combat environmental effects (fallen leaves, fish ripples). |
| 2 | 0 | Vicious Fruit x5, Lv. 1 Ebon Iron x2 | Breakthrough: Deals bonus damage on weak point breaks. |
| 2 | 1 - 9 | Lv. 2 Ebon Iron x4 per rank | Increases base damage and effectiveness. |
| 3 | 0 | Vicious Fruit x15, Lv. 2 Ebon Iron x4 | Breakthrough: Reduces enemy defense after weak point breaks. |
| 3 | 1 - 9 | Lv. 3 Ebon Iron x10 per rank | Further increases skill damage and effects. |
| 4 | 0 | Vicious Fruit x18, Lv. 3 Ebon Iron x10 | Breakthrough: Further enhances bonus damage on weak point breaks. |
| 4 | 1 - 9 | Lv. 4 Ebon Iron x20 per rank | Maximizes upgraded damage output and utility. |
Tips for using the Tai Chi skill in Where Winds Meet
- Use Tai Chi to grab and throw enemies, effectively controlling their positioning and disrupting groups.
- Target shield-bearing enemies to break their defenses with the Shield Breaker effect.
- Rotate your camera while holding an enemy to aim the throw and maximize damage spread.
- Use the skill near environmental elements like water or fallen leaves to trigger hidden secrets.
- Combine Tai Chi throws with fast, follow-up attacks to capitalize on staggered enemies.
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