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Return of the Crane

This is a walkthrough for Return of the Crane, an Injustice Exploration quest in Where Winds Meet. See this detailed guide to check out quest objectives, what rewards you receive, and how to unlock it.

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How to Unlock Return of the Crane

Approach the Crane Boy in Jade-Mirrored Spring

Return of the Crane Map Location
Region Liangzhou Town, Hexi

To unlock the quest Return of the Crane, you must approach the Crane Boy standing on the spring water in Jade-Mirror Spring, near Liangzhou Town.

Return of the Crane Walkthrough

Step Objectives
1
Objective 1
Approach the Crane Boy and talk to him. He will mention that his crane returns to him when he plays the flute. However, the crane has not yet returned to his side, prompting you to go north and rescue it.
2
Objective 2
When you have reached the objective marker, you will come across a few enemies. Defeat the enemies to rescue the besiged white crane.
3
Objective 3
Heal the injured white crane. Bone Fracture will be the major cause of its injuries, so make sure to treat the crane with Bone-Setting healing prescriptions.
4
Objective 4
Talk to the Crane Boy again to complete the quest!

Return of the Crane Rewards

Rewards from the Quest

・Echo Jade x5
・Hexi Exploration x5
・Character EXP x1,800
・Coin x1,200
・Lv.5 Ebon Iron x1

These are all the rewards you can get by doing Return of the Crane. The rewards listed above are the total earned as you progress through the quest and upon completing it.

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