In the action-RPG Where Winds Meet, unlocking the martial art Infernal Twinblades opens up a fast, high-damage melee style that is perfect for aggressive players. If you’re looking to wield this dual-blade style, here’s a complete walkthrough written in easy-to-read English, with clear steps and tips.
Infernal Twinblades is one of the martial arts styles in Where Winds Meet. Unlike slower heavy weapons or defensive styles, this one focuses on speed and burst damage. As you land attacks, you build up a special meter — the Karmic Flame. Once full, you can activate a powered-up mode where you gain higher critical chance, bonus damage, and a short form of damage immunity. So if you like being on the move and striking quickly, this style suits you.
Prerequisites: What to prepare before unlocking
Before you head straight for Infernal Twinblades, you’ll want to make sure you have a few things in place for smoother access:
- Reach a certain level (for example, Level 8) so the world opens up more freely and you have access to key areas.
- Unlock the “Touch of Death” mystic art (via a side quest) if you plan to use stealth or infiltration mechanics.
- Acquire a Dragon Key — this item is often required to access hidden passages or sanctums.
- Be comfortable with stealth mechanics: the skill theft minigame and sneaking past guards will be involved.
Having these steps handled will save you frustration once you go for the full unlock.
How to unlock Infernal Twinblades
There are a few methods to gain access to this martial art. Choose the one that works best for you depending on where you are in the game.
Method A: Select as early reward
When you reach the NPC Qi Sheng, you may be given a reward for completing your first “Oddity” or similar mission. At that reward screen, you can pick Infernal Twinblades. If you take it here, you’ll unlock the style without needing to infiltrate further.
This is the simplest route if you notice the option early and don’t mind skipping extra exploration.
Method B: Steal the art in Midnight Mercy Sanctum
If you didn’t choose it as a reward, the more involved route is to infiltrate the hidden location known as the Midnight Mercy Sanctum (also called Midnight Blades Sanctum) in the southwest of the Qinghe region.
Here’s a summary of steps:
- Use a Dragon Key to open the hidden passage for the sanctum.
- Sneak past guards and patrols carefully. Use your “Wild Senses” or stealth cues to take out guards without being seen.
- Make your way through a series of ladders, ledges, library or archive rooms, chests, and guards.
- Finally reach the Master’s chamber and perform the Skill Theft minigame to learn the Infernal Twinblades style.
- Once successful, the style becomes available and you can equip it in your martial arts slot.
Method C: Join the sect
Another route is to join the sect associated with this style (the Midnight Mercy sect) and meet its entry requirements. This route is less direct and may take more time, but can work if you’ve already progressed into sect-based systems.
Recommended step-by-step path
Here’s a cleaner sequence you can follow:
- Play until you reach at least Level 8 and have unlocked some mystic arts like Touch of Death.
- Acquire a Dragon Key by clearing outposts or completing world-level breakthrough challenges.
- Locate the Midnight Mercy Sanctum (southwest of Battlecrest Slope in Qinghe).
- Enter using the Dragon Key, sneak carefully, avoid being spotted by guards, assassinate where needed.
- Navigate to the Master’s chamber. Use the Skill Theft minigame when prompted.
- Once you succeed, return to your martial arts menu and select Infernal Twinblades.
- Equip your dual blades, and you’re ready for the fast-paced style.
How to use Infernal Twinblades effectively
Once you have the style, here are key tips to make the most of it:
- Build your Karmic Flame meter by chaining attacks. Once full, activate the Burst Skill (called Flamelash) to enter a powered form. In this mode, you gain increased crit rate and damage, but take HP drain over time.
- Because you’re fast and aggressive, prioritise mobility: dash attacks, air combos, and quick repositioning will help you avoid being locked down.
- Equip weapons and gear that boost critical chance, attack speed, or bonus damage on crits.
- Pair this style with a weapon that complements rapid strikes and mobility for maximum output.
