Master Noname Sword Daunting Strike (March 2026) Xiao Ping’an Guide

If you’ve been exploring the stunning open world of Where Winds Meet and encountered a curious young boy named Xiao Ping’an during your journey, you know exactly why you’re here. He’s asking you to demonstrate a specific martial arts technique called “Noname Sword: Daunting Strike,” and honestly, the game doesn’t make it crystal clear how to pull this move off. I remember my first encounter with this quest – I stood there for a solid five minutes pressing every button combination imaginable while Xiao just stared at me with those expectant eyes.

After completing Little Master’s Legacy 1 multiple times across different characters and helping countless players through the Where Winds Meet community, I’ve created this definitive guide that breaks down everything you need to know. Whether you’re stuck on PC trying to figure out the keybind, confused about which sword to equip, or can’t even find where this quest starts, I’ve got you covered with step-by-step instructions that actually work.

Performing Noname Sword Daunting Strike

Platform	Controls	Requirements
PC	Press Q with Nameless Sword drawn	Daunting Strike equipped in left ability slot
Xbox	LT + X with Nameless Sword drawn	Daunting Strike equipped in left ability slot
PlayStation	L2 + Square with Nameless Sword drawn	Daunting Strike equipped in left ability slot

Key Requirements: Nameless Sword Martial Arts must be equipped, Daunting Strike ability must be in your left skill slot, and you must perform it directly in front of Xiao Ping’an for him to recognize it.

Understanding Little Master’s Legacy 1 Quest

Little Master’s Legacy 1 represents one of Where Winds Meet’s earliest Encounter side quests, designed to teach you about the game’s martial arts ability system while rewarding you with valuable early-game resources. This isn’t just a throwaway tutorial quest – the rewards significantly boost your progression during the crucial first 10 hours of gameplay when every bit of Character EXP and Coins matters.

The quest becomes available during your early exploration of the Qinghe region, specifically in the Verdant Wilds area. You’ll naturally come across it while following the main story objective to reach the General’s Shrine. Here’s what makes this quest special: it’s an “Encounter” type quest, meaning it’s time-sensitive and appears dynamically based on your actions in the world rather than being a traditional quest marker on your map.

Quest Location & How to Trigger It?

Finding Little Master’s Legacy 1 requires you to be in the right place at the right time. The quest location is near a small bridge that crosses a river in Verdant Wilds, positioned along the path leading toward the General’s Shrine. You’ll know you’re in the right area when you spot an enemy camp situated directly beside the bridge.

Here’s the exact trigger sequence that activates the quest:

Step 1: Locate the Bridge Area – As you travel toward the General’s Shrine (a main story objective in your first few hours), you’ll cross through Verdant Wilds. Look for a wooden bridge spanning a river with an enemy encampment visible on the opposite side.

Step 2: Eavesdrop on Enemy Conversation – Before engaging the enemies, approach the camp’s edge. If you’re using a controller, hold the left analog stick in to activate the eavesdropping mechanic. On keyboard and mouse, this is typically bound to a contextual prompt that appears on-screen. You’ll overhear the bandits discussing something interesting, which adds flavor to the encounter.

Step 3: Clear the Enemy Camp – Defeat all enemies in the camp. This is straightforward combat against 3-5 low-level bandits that shouldn’t pose much challenge if you’ve been following the main story. Use your basic sword attacks and don’t forget to practice your parrying – these enemies telegraph their attacks clearly, making them perfect practice targets.

Step 4: Find Xiao Ping’an – After clearing the camp, a new objective will appear in the top-left corner of your screen: “Find the child observing nearby.” Xiao Ping’an will be standing in a clearing not far from the enemy camp, usually to the north or northeast. He’s easy to spot – a young boy in traditional clothing who was watching your battle from a safe distance.

Pro Tip: If you don’t see the quest trigger after clearing the camp, check your active quest log. You can only have 3 active Encounter quests at once. If your log is full, complete or abandon one of your existing Encounters to make room for Little Master’s Legacy 1.

The Nameless Sword & Daunting Strike Explained

Before we dive into the execution, let’s clarify exactly what you’re working with. The Nameless Sword (also called “Noname Sword” in some translations) is your starting weapon in Where Winds Meet – that basic one-handed blade you’ve been using since the tutorial. Many players mistakenly think they need to find a special sword or unlock something new, but you’ve had the right weapon all along.

What is Daunting Strike?

Daunting Strike is a fundamental Martial Arts ability belonging to the Nameless Sword skill tree. It’s a two-part offensive technique that serves as your primary gap-closer and one of your most reliable combat tools throughout the entire game. Here’s how it works mechanically:

Part 1: Projectile Launch – You thrust your sword forward, releasing a spiritual blade projection that travels in a straight line toward your target. This projectile deals moderate damage and has impressive range, making it effective for initiating combat from distance.

Part 2: Dash Attack – Immediately after launching the projectile, your character dashes forward along the same trajectory, following the spiritual blade. This dash portion deals additional damage upon contact with enemies and positions you perfectly for follow-up attacks.

The beauty of Daunting Strike lies in its versatility. In combat, you’ll use it constantly for:

• Gap closing: Quickly reaching distant enemies or bosses
• Mobility: Repositioning during combat to avoid attacks
• Combo initiation: Starting your attack sequences with guaranteed damage
• Chase potential: Pursuing fleeing enemies

What most guides don’t tell you is that Daunting Strike becomes even more powerful as you progress. The ability scales with your character stats, unlocks talent upgrades in the Nameless Sword skill tree, and synergizes beautifully with other martial arts abilities. I still use Daunting Strike regularly even in late-game content against level 40+ enemies.

Step-by-Step Guide: Performing Daunting Strike for Xiao Ping’an

Now let’s get to the meat of the guide – the actual process of successfully performing this move for Xiao Ping’an. I’ve broken this down into foolproof steps that work 100% of the time if followed correctly.

Step 1: Open Your Development Menu

Press your menu button (typically ESC on PC, Start/Options on controller) to bring up the main menu. Navigate to the “Develop” tab – this is Where Winds Meet’s character progression menu where you manage all your abilities, talents, and martial arts skills.

Inside the Develop menu, you’ll see several sub-categories. Select “Abilities” from the menu options. This opens your martial arts management interface where you can view all your currently equipped martial arts styles and their associated skills.

Step 2: Navigate to Nameless Sword Martial Arts

In the Abilities menu, you’ll see icons representing different martial arts styles you’ve acquired. Look for the Nameless Sword icon – it’s usually the first or second option since it’s your starting martial art. Click or select this icon to expand the Nameless Sword skill tree.

You’ll now see a detailed view showing:

• Active Skills: The abilities you can manually trigger during combat
• Passive Skills: Automatic enhancements and bonuses
• Talents: Upgrade paths for enhancing your abilities
• Skill Slots: The quick-access positions for your active abilities

Step 3: Locate Daunting Strike in Your Skill List

Scroll through your Nameless Sword active skills until you find Daunting Strike. If you’re very early in the game (within the first hour), you should have this ability automatically unlocked as part of the tutorial progression. The ability icon shows a sword with forward motion lines, representing the dash-and-strike nature of the move.

If you don’t see Daunting Strike at all: This is rare but can happen if you somehow skipped the early tutorial. You may need to progress the main story a bit further until you’re taught basic martial arts techniques. The ability should unlock automatically during the “Another New Wing” main quest.

Step 4: Equip Daunting Strike to Your Left Ability Slot

This is the critical step that most players miss. Having Daunting Strike learned isn’t enough – it must be actively equipped to one of your ability slots for you to use it in combat.

Look for your ability slot configuration (usually shown at the bottom of the Nameless Sword skill tree view). You’ll see multiple slots:

• Left Slot (Q on PC, LT+X on Xbox, L2+Square on PS)
• Right Slot (E on PC, LT+Y on Xbox, L2+Triangle on PS)
• Dual-Weapon Slot (Tab on PC, LT+B on Xbox, L2+Circle on PS)

Click on the left-most slot and select Daunting Strike from the ability list. You should see the Daunting Strike icon now occupying that slot with its keybind displayed. Confirm your selection and exit the menu.

Important: The left slot is specifically required for this quest because Xiao Ping’an’s dialogue references the traditional “primary technique” position in wuxia martial arts. Using Daunting Strike from any other slot won’t count for the quest completion.

Step 5: Equip Your Nameless Sword

Exit the menu system completely and return to gameplay. Now you need to make sure you have the Nameless Sword actively equipped as your current weapon.

Press Down on your D-Pad (controller) or your designated weapon-switch key (PC) to cycle through your equipped weapons. Where Winds Meet allows you to carry two weapons simultaneously and swap between them on the fly. Keep pressing the weapon-swap input until you see the Nameless Sword appear in your character’s hand.

You’ll know it’s equipped when:

• Your character holds the one-handed sword in a ready stance
• The weapon icon in the bottom-left of your screen shows the Nameless Sword
• Your active ability icons update to show Nameless Sword skills

Troubleshooting Tip: If you can’t find your Nameless Sword when cycling weapons, open your equipment menu and verify it’s actually in one of your weapon slots. Early game players sometimes accidentally unequip it when trying out new weapons.

Step 6: Position Yourself in Front of Xiao Ping’an

Walk directly up to Xiao Ping’an, positioning your character about 3-5 meters (roughly 10-15 feet) in front of him. You want to be close enough that he can clearly see your performance but not so close that you’re standing right on top of him.

Positioning matters here: Xiao Ping’an has a detection cone in front of him. If you perform Daunting Strike behind him, too far to the side, or while he’s mid-dialogue animation, the game might not register it properly. Face him directly and wait for any dialogue boxes to close completely.

Step 7: Execute Daunting Strike

With everything properly configured and positioned, it’s time for the moment of truth. Perform the Daunting Strike using your platform’s specific input:

PC Players: Press Q once. Don’t hold it, don’t spam it – just a single, deliberate press.

Xbox Players: Hold LT (Left Trigger) and press X simultaneously.

PlayStation Players: Hold L2 (Left Trigger) and press Square simultaneously.

You’ll see your character perform the signature two-part animation: first launching the spiritual sword projectile forward, then dashing along its path. The visual effect is quite distinctive with blue-white energy trailing behind the projected blade.

What Success Looks Like: If done correctly, Xiao Ping’an will react immediately. He’ll have a specific response animation, and dialogue will appear acknowledging your impressive display of martial arts prowess. The quest will automatically progress to the next stage.

Step 8: Complete the Quest Dialogue

After successfully performing Daunting Strike, speak with Xiao Ping’an again. He’ll be impressed by your skill and agree to teach you a new technique – though he mentions you’ll need to meet him again in the future for the actual lesson (that’s setup for Little Master’s Legacy 2).

Complete the remaining dialogue options. The quest will conclude, and you’ll receive your rewards automatically.

Quest Rewards Breakdown

Completing Little Master’s Legacy 1 grants you several valuable rewards that provide significant early-game benefits:

Reward Type	Amount	Value Analysis
Qinghe Exploration Points	5	Contribute to regional completion; unlock Wind Walking progress
Character EXP	2,000	Approximately 30-40% of a level in early game (levels 5-10)
Zhou Coins	2,000	Enough to purchase 1-2 equipment upgrades or several consumables
Enlightenment Point	100	Used for martial arts skill upgrades and talent unlocks

Why These Rewards Matter: The 2,000 Character EXP is particularly valuable because Where Winds Meet gates certain content and abilities behind character levels. This quest essentially gives you a free partial level-up just for demonstrating a basic ability. The Zhou Coins provide immediate purchasing power at merchants, allowing you to stock up on healing items or grab an equipment upgrade to make your next few fights easier.

The Qinghe Exploration Points contribute to your regional progress, which is tied to unlocking the Wind Walking ability – one of the most game-changing mobility options in Where Winds Meet. Every Exploration Point counts toward that goal, making this simple quest a small but meaningful step toward flight.

Common Problems & Solutions

Through helping hundreds of players with this quest, I’ve identified the most frequent issues and their solutions. If you’re having trouble, check these scenarios:

Problem: “I pressed Q/LT+X/L2+Square but nothing happened”

Solution 1: Verify Daunting Strike is equipped in your LEFT ability slot specifically. Open Develop > Abilities > Nameless Sword and check your ability slot configuration. The left slot is required for this quest.

Solution 2: Confirm you have the Nameless Sword currently equipped. Press your weapon-swap button (Down on D-Pad) to cycle through weapons until the Nameless Sword appears.

Solution 3: Check if you have enough stamina/energy. While Daunting Strike doesn’t consume much, having zero stamina can prevent ability use. Wait a moment for your stamina to regenerate (it recovers automatically when not in combat).

Problem: “I performed the move but Xiao didn’t react”

Solution 1: Positioning is crucial. Stand directly in front of Xiao Ping’an at medium range (about 3-5 meters away) facing toward him. Don’t perform it from the side or behind him.

Solution 2: Wait for all dialogue to close completely before performing the move. If dialogue boxes are still on screen, the quest’s trigger system might not be listening for the ability use yet.

Solution 3: Try performing it multiple times. Occasionally, the first execution doesn’t register due to minor bugs. Perform Daunting Strike 2-3 times in succession while standing in front of him.

Problem: “I don’t have Daunting Strike in my ability list”

Solution: This means you haven’t progressed far enough in the main story. Daunting Strike is taught during the early tutorial phase of the game, specifically during the “Another New Wing” main quest. Continue following the main story for another 30-60 minutes of gameplay until you complete the basic combat tutorial section. The ability will unlock automatically.

Problem: “The quest won’t trigger/I can’t find Xiao Ping’an”

Solution 1: Make sure you’ve cleared ALL enemies in the camp near the bridge. Xiao Ping’an only appears after the area is completely safe.

Solution 2: Check your active quest log. You can only have 3 active Encounter quests simultaneously. If you’re already at the limit, complete or abandon one quest to make room.

Solution 3: Xiao Ping’an spawns randomly across Verdant Wilds near different enemy camps. If you can’t find him at one location, try clearing other camps in the region. He has multiple potential spawn points.

Problem: “Which sword is the ‘Nameless Sword’?”

Solution: It’s your starting weapon – the basic one-handed sword you received during the tutorial. It’s called “Nameless Sword” or “Noname Sword” depending on your language settings. In your weapon list, it should be the first or second weapon you ever acquired. If you’ve somehow lost or sold it (which is difficult to do), check with weapon merchants who may be able to restore starting equipment.

Little Master’s Legacy 2 & Quest Series Continuation

Successfully completing Little Master’s Legacy 1 unlocks the next quest in Xiao Ping’an’s series. However, there’s a catch: Little Master’s Legacy 2 doesn’t immediately activate. Instead, it becomes available later as you progress into new regions.

Little Master’s Legacy 2 Location: This quest appears in Moonveil Mountain, a higher-level region you’ll reach naturally by following the main story. Xiao Ping’an uses a similar spawn mechanism – he’ll be observing enemy camps from hidden positions throughout Moonveil Mountain.

Quest Progression Pattern: Xiao Ping’an’s quest series follows a pattern where he continues to test your martial arts skills, asking you to demonstrate increasingly advanced techniques. Each quest in the series rewards you with significant experience, coins, and exploration points while building toward a larger narrative about this mysterious child prodigy.

Pro Tip: Don’t rush to find Little Master’s Legacy 2 immediately after completing the first quest. The enemies in Moonveil Mountain are significantly tougher than Verdant Wilds opponents. Focus on progressing naturally through the main story, leveling your character to 15-20, and upgrading your equipment before attempting the next quest in this series.

Mastering Combat with Daunting Strike

Since you’ve now learned how to properly execute Daunting Strike for Xiao Ping’an, let me share some advanced combat applications that will serve you throughout your entire Where Winds Meet journey. This ability isn’t just for impressing children – it’s a cornerstone of effective Nameless Sword gameplay.

Combat Techniques & Combos

Opening Engagement: Use Daunting Strike to initiate combat from range. The projectile damage softens enemies before you even reach melee range, and the dash closes distance instantly. This is particularly effective against archer enemies who try to maintain distance.

Escape Tool: When surrounded by enemies, Daunting Strike provides a reliable escape mechanism. Target the edge of the enemy cluster and dash through them. The mobility component gets you to safety while the damage creates breathing room.

Combo Extension: After landing a Daunting Strike, immediately follow up with your light attack chain. The ability positions you perfectly for melee range, and enemies are still recovering from the strike impact. This combo (Daunting Strike > Light Attack x3 > Heavy Attack) becomes muscle memory with practice.

Dodging Boss Attacks: Against bosses with large sweeping attacks, you can use Daunting Strike’s dash to reposition while maintaining offensive pressure. Time it to dodge through the attack hitbox while simultaneously damaging the boss – it’s risky but extremely efficient when mastered.

Talent Upgrades to Prioritize

As you progress through Where Winds Meet and earn talent points, invest in these Nameless Sword talents that directly enhance Daunting Strike:

Keen Blade (Early Talent): Increases Daunting Strike’s projectile damage by 15%. This is a simple damage boost that makes the ability more effective in all situations.

Swift Current (Mid Talent): Reduces Daunting Strike’s cooldown by 20%. More frequent usage means more gap-closing, more damage, and more mobility in extended fights.

Piercing Edge (Advanced Talent): Allows Daunting Strike’s projectile to hit multiple enemies in its path. This transforms the ability from single-target to multi-target, dramatically increasing its usefulness against groups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where exactly is the Little Master’s Legacy 1 quest location?

The quest is located in Verdant Wilds (Qinghe region) near a small bridge crossing a river. You’ll find it along the path toward the General’s Shrine during early main story progression. The exact location is beside an enemy camp positioned next to the bridge. Clear the camp, and Xiao Ping’an will appear in a nearby clearing to the north.

Can I complete this quest with a different weapon besides the Nameless Sword?

No, you must use specifically the Nameless Sword (Noname Sword) for this quest. The entire point is demonstrating proficiency with the starting martial art style. Other weapons won’t work even if they have similar dash abilities. Make sure to equip the Nameless Sword before attempting to perform Daunting Strike for Xiao Ping’an.

What level should I be to complete Little Master’s Legacy 1?

There’s no hard level requirement, but you’ll naturally encounter this quest around character level 5-8 if following the main story. The combat is very easy – just basic bandit enemies that pose minimal threat. Even level 3-4 characters can complete it without difficulty. Focus more on having the right ability equipped than your character level.

Why isn’t Daunting Strike working when I press the button?

The most common reasons are: (1) Daunting Strike isn’t equipped in your left ability slot – check Develop > Abilities > Nameless Sword and equip it properly, (2) You don’t have the Nameless Sword currently equipped as your active weapon – press down on D-pad/weapon switch to equip it, (3) You’re out of stamina – wait for it to regenerate automatically.

Will I see Xiao Ping’an again after this quest?

Yes! Little Master’s Legacy is a multi-part quest series. After completing Legacy 1 in Verdant Wilds, you’ll encounter Xiao Ping’an again in Moonveil Mountain for Little Master’s Legacy 2, and the series continues beyond that into later regions. Each quest involves demonstrating different martial arts techniques and rewards you with valuable experience and resources.

Is Daunting Strike useful in late-game content?

Absolutely! Daunting Strike remains viable throughout the entire game. The ability scales with your character stats, benefits from talent upgrades, and the mobility component is always valuable regardless of your level. I regularly use Daunting Strike at level 40+ against world bosses and in PvP content. It’s one of those foundational abilities that never becomes obsolete.

Can I replay this quest on the same character?

No, Little Master’s Legacy 1 is a one-time completion quest per character. Once you’ve finished it and received the rewards, Xiao Ping’an moves to his next location for Little Master’s Legacy 2. However, you can experience it again on alternate characters if you create multiple save files.

What martial arts style should I focus on after Nameless Sword?

After mastering the Nameless Sword basics through this quest, you have several progression paths. For beginners, I recommend sticking with Nameless Sword until level 15-20 while gradually unlocking its full talent tree. The weapon remains powerful throughout the game and teaches excellent fundamentals. Once comfortable, explore other martial arts through sect joining or skill theft mechanics – but that’s content for another guide!

Conclusion

Completing Little Master’s Legacy 1 represents more than just checking off another quest in Where Winds Meet – it’s your first real test of understanding the game’s martial arts system. By successfully performing Daunting Strike for Xiao Ping’an, you’ve demonstrated that you grasp the fundamentals: ability management, weapon switching, and technical execution.

The 2,000 Character EXP, 2,000 Zhou Coins, and 5 Qinghe Exploration Points you’ve earned provide tangible benefits that accelerate your early game progression. More importantly, you’ve established a foundation for mastering more complex martial arts techniques as your adventure through tenth-century China continues.

Xiao Ping’an’s quest series serves as a recurring reminder that Where Winds Meet rewards players who invest time in understanding its systems. Each encounter with this mysterious child prodigy pushes you to demonstrate growing mastery, mirroring your character’s own martial arts journey from novice to legendary warrior.

Remember: Daunting Strike isn’t just for impressing young martial arts enthusiasts. This ability will serve you faithfully through dozens of hours of gameplay, from your first uncertain steps in Verdant Wilds to epic confrontations with world bosses in endgame content. Master it now, and you’ve taken the first step toward true martial arts mastery in Where Winds Meet.

Now get out there, equip that Nameless Sword, and show Xiao Ping’an what you’re made of! Your legend awaits, and the winds of fate blow in your favor.

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