The Woven With Malice quest in Where Winds Meet is one of the game’s most intricate Lost Chapter mysteries, but many players struggle to even start it. This guide walks you through finding the elusive scholar, completing all objectives, and troubleshooting the notorious spawn bug that’s frustrating the community. Let’s solve this supernatural murder mystery together.
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Woven With Malice Quest: Where Winds Meet Essential Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Quest Type | Lost Chapter (Worldly Affairs) |
| Location | Buddha Fort, Qinghe Region |
| Requirements | ~60-70% Qinghe exploration recommended |
| Key NPCs | Scholar, Little Needle, Monk Tranquillus |
| Time Gates | Zi Hour (start), Chou Hour (garment pickup) |
| Main Rewards | Metamorphosis Hero Title, Lingering Melody, Echo Jades |
| Prerequisites | Complete nearby side quests (moth poet quest) |
| Known Issues | Scholar spawn bug (common) |
How to Start the Woven With Malice Quest
Finding the quest location is straightforward—starting it is where problems begin. Head north of Buddha Fort in Sundara Land, Qinghe. Look for a large bronze bell near a tree on a cliff. The scholar sits on the grass wearing a light-colored outfit and black headpiece.
Talk to him and select any dialogue option (choices don’t affect outcomes). He’ll mention returning after a day passes. Use the in-game clock to advance one full day, then return. After the second conversation, wait another day. On your third visit, the scholar will be hiding inside the bell—interact with it to officially start the quest.
According to Game8, this time-gating mechanic confuses many players who expect immediate quest markers.
Woven With Malice Quest: Main Objectives
After finding the scholar in the bell, follow these steps:
- Collect dyes for Little Needle: Gather red and blue dyes from nearby courtyards, plus black dye from charcoal basins
- Wait until Chou Hour: Return to collect the completed Celestial Silk Garment
- Eavesdrop near the bell: Witness the scholar’s tragic fate
- Investigate the handkerchief: Pick up the clue and speak with Little Needle
- Confront Monk Tranquillus: Spar with him to extract the truth about the Silkworm Lady
- Set the trap: Choose a location, burn dead vines with fire attacks, then hide Little Needle
- Tail the mysterious woman: Stay close during the pursuit (don’t fly too far)
- Use Wind Sense in bamboo forest: Find the glowing spot and eavesdrop on conspirators
- Confront the Pavilion Owner: Attempt to warn Little Needle, triggering the sleeping gas trap
- Complete the rescue sequence: Press the QTE prompt during the ambush cutscene
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Fixing the Scholar Spawn Bug
The biggest problem? The scholar never appears for many players. This widespread bug blocks the quest entirely. Try these community-confirmed fixes:
Complete prerequisite content: Advance Qinghe exploration to 70%, finish the “moth poet” side quest in nearby villages, and complete Kaifeng main story to 60%. The Granary of Plenty side story might set crucial world states.
Clear Buddha Fort completely: Kill all enemies in and around the fort—NPCs won’t spawn in active combat zones.
Advance exploration level: Reaching exploration level 3 helps trigger the scholar’s appearance.
Change channels/relog: Sometimes server instances break quest spawns—switching channels or relogging can reset flags.
If nothing works, the quest is likely bugged. Focus on other content and check back after official patches from NetEase.
FAQs About Woven With Malice Quest
Q: Why won’t the scholar appear for the Woven With Malice quest?
The scholar spawn bug affects many players. Fix it by completing 60-70% of Qinghe and Kaifeng main quests, finishing the nearby “moth poet” side quest, clearing all enemies from Buddha Fort, and reaching exploration level 3. If he still doesn’t appear, the quest is likely bugged—wait for official patches.
Q: How do I burn the dead vines during the trap sequence?
Use fire arrows or fire-element skills specifically. Other damage types won’t clear the vines, preventing quest progression. If you don’t have fire abilities equipped, swap your Mystic Arts before this step to avoid getting stuck.
