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Where Winds Meet

Hu Da: How to Befriend in AI Chat

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This is a guide on how to befriend Hu Da in the AI Chat menu in Where Winds Meet. Persuade Hu Da to ease up on chasing excitements, with a list of specific AI Chat prompts.

How to Befriend Hu Da

Tell Him a Gossip and Convince Him to Stay Safe

Ask Hu Da about why he got hurt and then tell him about any story you found exciting but filled with trouble. There is a chance Hu Da will realize that we are hinting he should stay safe when chasing stories. After this, roleplay someone coming to the conversation threatening Hu Da and then stopping the man from his threats. Finally, follow up with him finding a safe spot when chasing gossips so he could still enjoy his hobbies while being in a more safer position.

Example of Successful Conversation

Hu Da(greets with a bruised face, grinning) Wanderer! Wanderer! Have you traveled far? Got any juicy gossip to share?
Where Winds Meet ProtagonistYou okay?
Hu Da(brushes off the question, still grinning) Oh, I'm fine! Just a few bumps and bruises from the usual. So, Wanderer, what brings you here today? Any interesting stories to tell?
Where Winds Meet ProtagonistNo, I want to know why you are hurt
Hu Da(sighs, rubbing his arm) Ah, just got caught in the middle of another argument. These treasure hunters can get quite heated. But enough about me, Wanderer! Tell me something exciting from your travels!
Where Winds Meet ProtagonistWell okay ... Let me tell you about a man who always never backed down to an argument. He kept on fighting a lot of people, like in bars or outside the area. He wouldn't give up ... until he met his match. He got into a fight with a high royalty guard and was killed on the spot.)
Hu Da(eyes widen in shock, leaning in closer) Whoa, that's intense! Such a fate for one who couldn't resist a fight. But you see, Wanderer, I enjoy these tales because they're rare and thrilling. Now, let me tell you about the latest quarrel I witnessed- (pauses) Wait, are you trying to warn me about the dangers of getting involved?
Where Winds Meet ProtagonistIt seems you noticed it ... Yes I am telling you that if you keep on fighting, you will eventually end up the same fate as my old friend.
Hu Da(shrugs, unconcerned) Ah, but I'm not the one fighting, Wanderer. I just watch and listen. It's the thrill of knowing what's going on that keeps me coming back. Besides, I've been doing this for years without any real trouble.
Where Winds Meet ProtagonistSo you will just keep on doing it until it will be your last?
Hu Da(chuckles, shaking his head) Well, Wanderer, I suppose everyone meets their end someday. But until then, I plan to enjoy every moment. Gossip and commotion are my lifeblood! You can't convince me otherwise with just a story.
Where Winds Meet Protagonist(a man appeared who looked at Hu Da angrily ... "You are the punk who wont keep his mouth shut*)
Hu Da(jumps back, eyes wide with surprise) Oh dear! Wanderer, look at that! I didn't expect company. (nervously glances at the man) Hehe, hello there! I was just sharing a harmless story. No harm done, right?
Where Winds Meet Protagonist(You walked in between both of them and scared the man off)
Hu Da(sighs in relief, wiping sweat from his forehead) Phew! Thanks, Wanderer! That was a close call. You really saved me there. (grins) But you see, it's moments like these that make the gossip worth it. Still, maybe I should be a bit more cautious. What do you think?
Where Winds Meet ProtagonistYes you should.
Hu Da(nods slowly, still a bit shaken) You're right, Wanderer. I'll try to be more careful. But I can't promise to stop entirely. Gossip is just too much fun! (smiles weakly) Maybe we can find a safer way to satisfy my curiosity?
Where Winds Meet Protagonist(Hu da then learned to stop chasing for excitement and just chilled.)
Hu Da(looks thoughtful, rubbing his chin) Wanderer, what you said makes sense. Gossip isn't worth getting hurt over. I should find a safe spot to watch from.

Hu Da expresses gratitude and begins to ponder deeply.(Affection +100, becomes Revered)

Note that AI conversations can be unpredictable and even with the same inputs, the same result is not necessarily guaranteed.

Hu Da Location

Found in Encircling Lake

NPC NPC Location
Hu Da
Location: Encircling Lake, Moonveil Mountain

From the Encircling Lake landmark, follow the path to the left, where you’ll find him standing near the left side of the outdoor dining area.

Hu Da Gifts

Random Jianghu Travel Essential

Travel Sack

You can obtain a Travel Sack from Hu Da as a possible gift which gives you a random Jianghu Travel Essential item.

How to Succeed in AI Chat

Reset Dialogue When Stuck

If your conversation has gone off the rails, or doesn't end no matter what you say, it's best to simply reset and start anew from a clean slate by clicking the button with a Refresh icon at the top of the chat box. Instead of trying several methods within one conversation, trying one strategy at a time and refreshing if it doesn't go anywhere is generally more effective.

Return to Login Screen if Combat Begins

Sometimes, NPCs will suddenly become violent during AI dialogues. When this happens, it's best to just bail out to the login screen; when you return, the NPC will be found just as they were before the conversation started.

If you accidentally kill a dialogue-capable NPC, our experience has shown that they will respawn, but this has not been heavily tested, so it's best to simply avoid engaging them in combat.

Double-Check the Hint

Even if the NPC appears to be happy with the result of your discussion, this won't always end the dialogue. Double-checking the text written in the hint will imply the win condition, so try strategies which will lead the dialogue towards that result.

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Fang Xu Feng Rusong Feng Shishi
Fluffy Cat Fu Lubao Fu Lushou
Hai Changchong Hao Jiu Hong Yang
Hu Da Hunter Jiang Nanyi
Jin Chunniang Jin Nanshou Jin Xiaobao
Jing'an Jingyi Lan Huahua
Li Daniu Li Laizuo Li Shaokui
Li Yueniang Lie Buxi Lin Jin
Liu Heiqui Liu the Woodcutter Lu Kangge
Lu Sheng Ma Zhongwu Meng Da
Meng Zhixia Miaojue Mountain Dweller
Mr. Qiao Mu Laosan Niu Sanqi
Pan Faxin Pan Xinniang Pip Rat
Qin Caiwei Rafter Rat Ren Shuiliu
Shan Yinjiang Shen Weiqing Shi Jingtian
Shi the Boatman Shui Changliu Small Chisel
Song Wu Sun Mang Tang Lubao
Tao Wang Tian Heng Uncle Mi
Wang Duobao Wang Duoli Wang Duolu
Wen Gao Wenwu Wobbly Tang
Wu Cezhi Wu Dayong Wu Jingming
Wu Qiwan Xiang the Greedy Ya Zhou
Yan Momo Yu Nu Yu Songfeng
Yueniang Zhang Dazhuang Zhang the Diviner
Zhao Dali Zhao Weiye Zhou Canying
Zhou Miaoxin Zhou Yihang Zhou Yizhou
Zhu Bawan Zhu Jiuba

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Cao Jinyang Chu Yuan Fan Qicha
He Ruiyang Jiang Li Jiang Yulang
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Li Yuerong Lu Zhuo Mei Zhaole
Mu Huaishan Murong Chan Qi Wuyu
Qin Zhu Qiu Fengxi Ruan Sese
Shen Moxuan Song Shiheng Su Xinlu
Tan Xiangchen Tao Jingjing Tu Er
Xu Lijun Xu Yingyu Xue Li
Yan Chuchu Yan Ziyan Yang Chunnuan
Ye Zhiqiu Yi Xi Yu Hui
Zhang Shuazi Zhen Huo Zhuang Zhengzhi

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