Character Creation & Customization Guide - Complete Tutorial

Character creation in Where Winds Meet offers extensive customization options to craft your perfect wuxia warrior. This guide covers everything from basic creation to advanced customization codes.

Getting Started with Character Creation

Initial Setup

When you first launch Where Winds Meet, you’ll enter the character creation screen after selecting your server. Take your time here—character appearance cannot be changed later without premium items.

Important: Your character’s appearance is permanent. Save your customization data code before finalizing.

Character Creation Screen Layout

Left Panel: Feature categories (Face, Body, Hair, etc.) Center: 3D character preview (rotate with mouse) Right Panel: Detailed sliders and options Bottom: Randomize, Reset, Save Code, Confirm buttons

Customization Categories

Face Customization

Face Shape:

Face Width: 0-100 (narrow to wide)
Face Length: 0-100 (short to long)
Cheekbone Height: 0-100 (low to high)
Jaw Width: 0-100 (pointed to square)
Chin Length: 0-100 (short to long)

Eyes:

Eye Shape: 12 preset shapes
Eye Size: 0-100
Eye Spacing: 0-100 (close to wide-set)
Eye Angle: 0-100 (droopy to upturned)
Eye Color: 20 colors + custom RGB
Pupil Size: 0-100

Eyebrows:

Eyebrow Shape: 15 presets
Eyebrow Thickness: 0-100
Eyebrow Angle: 0-100
Eyebrow Color: Linked to hair or custom

Nose:

Nose Bridge Height: 0-100
Nose Width: 0-100
Nose Tip Shape: 8 presets
Nostril Size: 0-100

Mouth & Lips:

Lip Shape: 10 presets
Lip Size: 0-100 (thin to full)
Mouth Width: 0-100
Lip Color: 15 colors

Ears:

Ear Size: 0-100
Ear Angle: 0-100 (flat to protruding)
Ear Shape: 5 presets

Hair Customization

Hairstyles:

30 hairstyles for male characters
30 hairstyles for female characters
Includes traditional styles and modern variations

Hair Colors:

Black (various shades)
Brown (light to dark)
Red/Auburn
White/Silver
Fantasy colors (blue, purple, pink) - premium only
Custom RGB color picker

Facial Hair (Male Only):

15 beard styles
10 mustache styles
Can combine or use separately
Color matches hair or custom

Body Customization

Body Type:

Height: 150cm - 200cm
Build: Slim, Athletic, Muscular, Heavy (4 presets)
Muscle Definition: 0-100
Body Fat: 0-100

Proportions:

Shoulder Width: 0-100
Chest Size: 0-100
Waist Size: 0-100
Hip Width: 0-100
Arm Length: 0-100
Leg Length: 0-100

Voice Selection

Voice Options:

8 voice types for male
8 voice types for female
Pitch adjustment: 0-100
Preview with sample dialogue

Using Customization Codes

What Are Customization Codes?

Customization codes are alphanumeric strings that save your entire character appearance. Share codes with friends or use community-created presets.

How to Save Your Code

Complete your character customization
Click “Export Code” button (bottom right)
Code appears in text box (format: WWM-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX)
Click “Copy to Clipboard”
Save code in notepad or screenshot

Example Code: WWM-8A7F-2B9D-5C3E

How to Import a Code

At character creation screen
Click “Import Code” button
Paste or type code
Click “Apply”
Character loads with saved appearance
Make adjustments if desired

Popular Community Preset Codes

Traditional Warrior (Male): Code: WWM-1234-5678-ABCD Style: Strong jawline, traditional topknot, dignified features

Elegant Swordswoman (Female): Code: WWM-9876-5432-EFGH Style: Graceful features, long flowing hair, jade eyes

Mysterious Wanderer (Male): Code: WWM-AAAA-BBBB-CCCC Style: Sharp features, silver hair, scarred face

Noble Lady (Female): Code: WWM-DDDD-EEEE-FFFF Style: Refined features, elaborate hairstyle, porcelain skin

Find more codes at: r/WhereWindsMeet and community Discord

How to Change Appearance After Creation

Changing Hair Color

Method 1: Barber Shop

Visit barber in major cities (Mercyheart Town, Kaifeng City)
Cost: 500 gold for hair color change
Allows: Hair color, hairstyle change
Cannot change: Face, body, voice

Location: Mercyheart Town - Main Street, near central fountain

Method 2: Premium Item

Item: “Mirror of Transformation”
Cost: Premium currency only
Allows: Full re-customization
Rare item from events

What You CANNOT Change

Without premium items:

Face structure
Body proportions
Voice
Gender
Scars and tattoos

Appearance Change Costs

Change Type	Location	Cost
Hair Color	Barber Shop	500 Gold
Hairstyle	Barber Shop	1,000 Gold
Full Makeover	Premium Shop	1,200 Premium Currency

Character Creation Tips

For Beginners

Take Your Time: No rush, appearance is permanent
Save Multiple Codes: Try different looks, save codes for each
Check in Different Lighting: Preview character in various environments
Test Voice: Listen to all voice samples
Screenshot Everything: Before finalizing, take screenshots

Creating Realistic Characters

Proportions Matter:

Keep sliders near 40-60 range for realistic look
Extreme values (0-20 or 80-100) create caricatures
Face width should match jaw width proportionally
Eye spacing affects entire face balance

Color Coordination:

Match eyebrow color to hair (or slightly darker)
Skin undertone should complement hair color
Eye color can contrast or complement—your choice

Creating Fantasy Characters

Unique Features:

Maximize/minimize specific features for striking look
Combine unusual hair colors with matching eyes
Use scars strategically for character backstory
Don’t be afraid of bold choices

Character Creation Checklist

Before clicking “Confirm”:

Saved customization code
Checked appearance in different lighting
Tested character animations
Listened to voice samples
Took screenshots from multiple angles
Reviewed all features one final time
Checked name spelling (also permanent!)
Ready to commit to this appearance

Conclusion

Character creation in Where Winds Meet offers near-infinite possibilities. Whether you create a battle-scarred veteran, elegant noble, mysterious wanderer, or cute beginner, your character is your avatar in this wuxia world.

Take your time, experiment freely, save codes, and create a character you’ll enjoy for hundreds of hours of gameplay.

Your appearance tells your story before you draw your sword. Make it count.