Special Oddities are a distinct set of collectibles in Where Winds Meet that arrived alongside the Version 1.3 "Spring's Bliss" update. They differ from the standard Oddities scattered across Qinghe and Kaifeng — instead of feeding into the Melodies of Peace talent tree, Special Oddities are part of the Contortionist event and grant an Innerway chest once you gather the full set.
Quick answer: Special Oddities appear as event-specific markers on both the Qinghe and Kaifeng maps. Collect every one of them during the Contortionist event to receive an Innerway chest reward.
Special Oddities vs. Regular Oddities
Regular Oddities in Where Winds Meet are permanent overworld collectibles. There are ten types spread across the game's two major regions — five in Qinghe (Dagger General, Enchanting Lotus, Ironwing Mantis, Redmist Beetle, and Whisper Hive) and five in Kaifeng (Moonbeam Toad, Midnight Nibbler, Heartsoothe Twig, Swallow's Rest, and Thunder Fluff). Each type has its own capture mechanic, from chasing crickets out of crates to shooting wasp nests with flaming arrows. Turning them in to the appropriate vendor — Qi Sheng in Qinghe's General's Shrine or Bai Ji near the Palace of Supreme Oneness in Kaifeng — upgrades your Melodies of Peace talent.
Special Oddities work differently. They are event-limited collectibles tied to the Contortionist event introduced in Version 1.3. They do not appear in the same vendor exchange loop and instead reward you with an Innerway chest for completing the full collection. On your minimap, they still show up with the familiar Fairy or Butterfly icon, but their positions are unique to the event.
Special Oddity Locations in Qinghe
The Qinghe map has Special Oddities distributed across its three subregions: Verdant Wilds, Sundara Land, and Moonveil Mountain. Community-compiled maps show markers in areas like Crimson Cliff, Battlecrest Slope, Buddha Fort, and the Witherwilds, among others. One commonly reported issue involves a marker that appears to sit in an empty spot — particularly around Crimson Cliff — where no collectible actually spawns. If you arrive at a marked location and find nothing, it is likely an error on the community map rather than a hidden puzzle. You can safely skip that point and still complete the collection.
Special Oddity Locations in Kaifeng
Kaifeng's Special Oddities span Kaifeng City, Granary of Plenty, Jadewood Court, and Roaring Sands. One notable correction players have flagged involves the Forsaken Quarter — a marker placed in the middle of that area actually corresponds to a miniature treasure, not a Special Oddity. The actual Oddity in the Forsaken Quarter sits further south, closer to the wall. Double-check your position if you pick up a treasure but don't see the Oddity counter tick up.
Kaifeng City's rooftops and alleyways can make vertical navigation tricky. Special Oddities in areas like Velvet Shade, Prosperity Haven, and the Ghostlight Market may require you to climb buildings or drop down from elevated positions, similar to how Swallow's Rest nests work in the regular Oddity system.
How Regular Oddity Capture Mechanics Apply
While Special Oddities are event-specific, the actual interaction when you reach one follows the same rules as the standard Oddity types. Knowing how each creature or object behaves saves time during the collection run.
| Oddity Type | Behavior | How to Capture |
|---|---|---|
| Dagger General | Cricket hiding in crates, pots, or boxes | Interact with the container, then chase and grab it before it escapes |
| Enchanting Lotus | Purple flower emitting poison | Shoot the nearby purple butterflies with a flaming arrow to dispel poison, then collect |
| Ironwing Mantis | Purple insect on logs or rocks | Interact to startle it, chase it, and capture it when it lands |
| Redmist Beetle | Beetle on a red-aura mushroom | Hit it while it's airborne — requires precise jumping |
| Whisper Hive | Wasp nest on trees or cliffsides | Shoot with a flaming arrow from a safe distance |
| Moonbeam Toad | Golden toad in lush areas | Approach quickly and grab before it hops away |
| Midnight Nibbler | Rat-like creature in crate piles or jars | Break the pile, then chase it down |
| Heartsoothe Twig | Bird nest with twigs | Shoot the nest; if birds scatter, shoot them with your Bow to make them drop twigs |
| Swallow's Rest | Nest on rooftops guarded by birds | Approach to scare birds away, then collect the nest |
| Thunder Fluff | Purple tuft that bursts on contact | Collect the floating fluffy balls before they hit the ground and vanish |
Special Oddities during the Contortionist event may use any of these interaction types, so having a Bow equipped and flaming arrows ready is a good default before starting your collection route.
Confirming Your Collection Is Complete
After picking up every Special Oddity across both Qinghe and Kaifeng, the Contortionist event tracker should update to reflect full completion. The Innerway chest reward becomes claimable at that point. If your counter seems stuck, revisit the Forsaken Quarter correction mentioned above and verify you didn't accidentally grab a miniature treasure instead of the actual Oddity.
The Contortionist event is part of the Version 1.3 Spring's Bliss content cycle, so these Special Oddities are only available while the event is active. Players who want the Innerway chest should prioritize this collection before the event window closes — no official end date has been confirmed at this time, so checking the in-game event menu for the remaining duration is the safest approach.
