Where Winds Meet Embroidering Clouds Walkthrough

This guide answers the question directly: the “Embroidering Clouds” quest in Where Winds Meet is part of the main storyline in the region of Bianliang, and the walkthrough involves following the quest marker to a specific rooftop, then using your grappling hook and climbing skills to reach a high vantage point where the cutscene triggers. You will need to locate the NPC named Yun Qing, who is standing near the eastern market, and then ascend the tall pagoda directly behind her to find the embroidered cloud pattern that activates the next story beat.

Quest Background and Context

“Embroidering Clouds” is a chapter in the main questline of Where Winds Meet, a wuxia-themed open-world action RPG set in the Northern Song dynasty. The quest is part of the Bianliang arc, which takes place after the prologue in the snowy mountains. Bianliang (modern-day Kaifeng) is the capital city, and this quest serves as an introduction to the city’s vertical exploration mechanics. The name refers to the intricate cloud patterns carved into the city’s architecture, which the game uses as visual landmarks for traversal.

Unlike side quests, this is a mandatory story mission. It unlocks after you complete the previous main quest, “The Lantern Festival,” and it must be finished before you can access the next main story chapter. The quest is relatively short, taking about 15-20 minutes if you know where to go, but many players get stuck because the objective marker is vague and the path to the rooftop is not obvious.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

Here is the exact sequence of actions to complete the quest:

• Step 1: Open your quest log and select “Embroidering Clouds.” The marker will point to the eastern section of Bianliang, near the market square. Fast travel to the nearest waypoint, which is the “East Market” teleport point.
• Step 2: From the waypoint, head north toward the large pagoda. You will see a woman in a green dress standing next to a stall. This is Yun Qing. Talk to her. She will mention that she lost a piece of embroidery on the rooftop and asks you to retrieve it.
• Step 3: After the dialogue, the objective updates to “Find the embroidered cloud on the rooftop.” The marker now points straight up. Look at the pagoda directly behind Yun Qing. You need to climb it.
• Step 4: Start by jumping onto the low awning of the stall, then jump to the first ledge of the pagoda. Use your grappling hook (press the grappling key, usually ‘E’ on PC or ‘Y’ on controller) to latch onto the wooden beam above. Pull yourself up.
• Step 5: Continue climbing, using the horizontal beams and window ledges. There is a small platform at about the third level where you can rest. From there, look for a hanging rope on the left side. Grapple to it and swing up.
• Step 6: At the top, you will find a circular stone platform with a glowing blue cloud pattern. Walk to the center of the pattern. This triggers a cutscene where your character examines the embroidery.
• Step 7: After the cutscene, you need to return to Yun Qing. You can either climb down the same way or simply jump off the roof and use your glider (press the glider key, usually ‘Space’ on PC) to float down safely. Land near her and talk to her again.
• Step 8: The quest completes, and you receive the reward: 5000 experience, 1000 coins, and a piece of crafting material called “Silk Thread” that is used for upgrading clothing.

Common Problems and Solutions

Many players report getting stuck at specific points. Here are the most common issues and how to fix them:

• The quest marker is pointing to the ground, not the roof. This is a known UI quirk. The marker is at the base of the pagoda, but the objective is on top. Ignore the marker’s vertical position and just look up.
• You cannot grapple to the beam. The grappling hook only works on specific yellow-glowing points. If you are trying to grapple to a non-glowing surface, it will not work. Make sure you are aiming at the yellow beam on the third level.
• You keep sliding off the roof. The pagoda roof is steep and slippery. When you reach the top, do not walk on the curved eaves. Instead, jump directly from the last ledge to the flat platform in the center.
• The cutscene does not trigger. Make sure you are standing exactly in the center of the glowing pattern. Sometimes you need to walk a few steps forward after entering the circle.

Tips for Easier Traversal

If you are still struggling, these tips can make the climb much easier:

• Use the “Climb Assist” setting in the gameplay options. This makes your character automatically grab ledges when jumping, which prevents accidental falls.
• Level up your “Lightness” skill tree before attempting this quest. The skill called “Swift Steps” increases your jump height and wall-run duration, making the climb much faster.
• If you have the “Cloud Step” martial art unlocked, you can use it to create a temporary platform in mid-air. This allows you to skip the entire climb by jumping from the ground to the top directly. To do this, stand at the base, jump, use Cloud Step, then jump again and grapple to the top.
• Alternatively, you can use the glider to fly from a higher nearby building. The building across the street to the west is slightly taller than the pagoda. Climb that building, then glide down to the pagoda’s top.

Rewards and Aftermath

Completing “Embroidering Clouds” unlocks the next main quest, “The Silent Blade,” which takes you to the city’s arena district. The Silk Thread reward is used in the tailoring system to upgrade your outfit’s defense stats. Additionally, this quest introduces the “Rooftop View” achievement, which requires you to stand on five different high points in Bianliang. The pagoda you just climbed is the first of these points, so you can unlock the first stage of that achievement immediately.

The quest also increases your reputation with the “Bianliang Citizens” faction, which gives you discounts at local shops. If you want to fully complete the area, note that there is a hidden collectible on the same rooftop: a small jade pendant tucked behind the stone statue on the east side. It is not required for the quest, but it is part of the “Bianliang Treasures” collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip this quest if I already know the story?
No, it is a mandatory main quest. You cannot progress to the next chapter without completing it. However, you can skip the dialogue by pressing the skip button, and the climb itself takes only a few minutes once you know the path.

What if I fall off the pagoda?
You will not die from falling in this game; you will just take some damage and be teleported back to the ground. You will need to climb again, but the game saves your progress at each rest platform, so you only need to redo the last section.

Is there a way to get to the top without climbing?
Yes, as mentioned above, you can use the Cloud Step skill or glide from a taller building. If you have the “Soaring Crane” martial art, you can also fly directly to the top, but that is unlocked later in the game.

Why is the quest called “Embroidering Clouds”?
The name refers to the decorative cloud patterns on the pagoda’s rooftop, which are a traditional element of Song dynasty architecture. The quest’s story ties into the embroidery trade in Bianliang, and the cloud pattern you find is a plot device that leads to the next mission.

What happens if I talk to Yun Qing before climbing?
She will repeat the same dialogue. There is no alternate path or hidden dialogue option. Just talk to her once, then climb.

Can I do this quest in co-op?
Yes, you can invite a friend to your world. Both players can climb the pagoda, but only the host will trigger the cutscene. The friend will still see the cutscene and receive the reward if they are in the same party.

Final Verdict

“Embroidering Clouds” is a simple but memorable quest that teaches you the verticality of Bianliang. The main difficulty is not the combat or the puzzle, but simply figuring out where to go. Once you know the pagoda is the target and you use the grappling points correctly, the quest takes less than ten minutes. The reward is modest, but the achievement and the follow-up quest make it worth completing. If you are still stuck, remember to look for the yellow glow on the beams, and do not be afraid to use your glider to skip the climb entirely.

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