Where Winds Meet Dual Blades Build Guide — PvE DPS (2025)

3-Second Build Summary (TL;DR)

Component	Recommendation	Why?
Tier Ranking	T0 (Best in Slot)	Highest single-target DPS when executed cleanly
Best Weapons	Infernal Twinblades + Mortal Rope Dart	Sin + Karma + Rat Rat buff multiplies burst
Core Stat	Bamboo Penetration	Outscales raw attack versus Bamboo-resistant bosses
Difficulty	Very Hard	High APM and punishes mistakes

If you've picked up Dual Blades and experienced:

"The attacks feel fast and flashy, but I'm dying constantly and my damage seems inconsistent..."

You're not alone. Dual Blades is one of the highest-ceiling weapons in Where Winds Meet — but it's also one of the most punishing if you don't understand its mechanics.

This guide covers the PvE Dual Blades build using Infernal Twinblades, which is currently rated T0 for PvE content. When played correctly, nothing else in the game matches its single-target DPS output.

If you're new to the combat system, start here first:
Where Winds Meet Combat Guide for Beginners.

1. Why Dual Blades is T0 in PvE

Dual Blades received significant buffs in recent patches:

Light attacks and Special Skill now deal +12% HP-based damage
Below 40% Qi, you gain bonus Bamboo damage
The Echoes of Oblivion Internal Art now ignores enemy Bamboo resistance

The result? Dual Blades is now nicknamed "Sixteen Blades" by the community — a play on the game's Chinese name, acknowledging that this weapon defines the meta.

Core strengths:

Highest single-target DPS in the game
Extremely fast attack speed for buff stacking
Frenzy Mode provides massive burst windows
Excellent mobility for dodging boss mechanics

Core weaknesses:

Very squishy — mistakes are punished hard
High APM (actions per minute) requirement
Gear-dependent for optimal performance

If you enjoy high-risk, high-reward gameplay and don't mind dying while learning, Dual Blades is incredibly satisfying once mastered.

2. The Core Weapon Combo

2.1 Main Weapon: Infernal Twinblades (Dragon Twin Blades)

Infernal Twinblades is your primary damage dealer and the foundation of this build.

Skill	What It Does
Light Attack	Ultra-fast combo chain, builds Fury gauge
Heavy Attack	Switches to Red Blade state, massively increased damage
Mud Prison (Martial Skill)	Enters Frenzy Mode — attack speed and damage skyrocket
Dog's Bite (Special Skill)	Consumes Fury for massive burst damage

Key mechanic: Frenzy Mode

When you activate Mud Prison, you enter Frenzy Mode:

Attack speed increases dramatically
Damage multipliers stack
Red Blade state becomes more powerful
This is your primary burst window — maximize damage during Frenzy

2.2 Secondary Weapon Options

Option A: Mortal Rope Dart (Recommended)

Why it works: Both weapons are Bamboo-type, creating synergy
Core skill: Charged Attack (1.5s charge) provides insane buff called "Rat Rat"
Special Skill: Summons shadow that attacks with you, gaining 50% damage bonus
Playstyle: The famous "Rat Rat Build" — charge Rope Dart, then swap to Dual Blades for burst

Option B: Nameless Spear (Defensive Alternative)

Why it works: Provides shields and control that Dual Blades lacks
Core skill: Qiankun's Lock for interrupts and crowd control
Playstyle: Use Spear to survive, Dual Blades to kill

For pure PvE DPS, Mortal Rope Dart is the meta choice.

3. Internal Arts Setup

Internal Arts transform Dual Blades from "good" to "broken."

3.1 Core Build (4 Slots)

Internal Art	What It Does	Why It's Here	Priority
Echoes of Oblivion	Light attacks apply "Sin"; Frenzy Mode applies "Karma"; hitting enemies with both ignores 10% Physical Defense AND 10% Bamboo Resistance	THE build-defining Internal Art. Makes your damage pierce defenses.	★★★★★
Stone-Shattering Frame	Critting exhausted enemies grants Collapse stacks — +10 Physical Penetration and +5% Crit Damage per stack (max 3)	Massive damage boost during boss stagger phases.	★★★★★
Yi River Song	+10 Penetration, +4.6% Direct Crit at Tier 5, +5% damage at max stacks	Universal damage boost, stacks instantly with fast attacks.	★★★★☆
Blades of Bliss	10% chance to apply Bleeding on hit, detonates at 5 stacks	High attack speed = frequent procs = constant extra damage.	★★★★☆

3.2 Why Echoes of Oblivion is Mandatory

This Internal Art is what makes Dual Blades T0:

Sin effect: Applied by normal light attacks
Karma effect: Applied during Frenzy Mode
Double effect: When enemy has BOTH Sin and Karma, your attacks ignore 10% Physical Defense AND 10% Bamboo Resistance

Without this, you're leaving 20% of your potential damage on the table.

3.3 Alternative Options

If you don't have Stone-Shattering Frame yet:

Use Riptide Reflex — control skills reduce your other cooldowns by 1 second
Or Breaking Point — critting exhausted enemies grants penetration and crit damage stacks

For more Internal Arts options, check out:
Where Winds Meet Internal Arts Guide.

4. Mystic Arts Setup

Dual Blades needs burst damage, mobility, and some survivability from Mystic Arts.

4.1 Recommended Setup

Mystic Art	Cost	Cooldown	What It Does	Why It's Here
Dragon Rider Return	15 Qi	12s	668.7% damage in two hits	T0 Mystic Art — use on cooldown for maximum DPS
Dragon's Breath	20 Qi	15s	AoE fire damage + Burning debuff + 15% damage reduction	Burst damage AND survivability — rare combo
Drunken Moon	34 Qi	20s	780.3% damage across 5 hits, bonus vs burning targets	Massive burst when paired with Dragon's Breath
Cloud Steps	20 Qi	10s	Dash + damage + repositioning	Gap closer and escape tool — essential for squishy builds

4.2 Burst Combo

For maximum burst damage:

Dragon's Breath (apply Burning)
Drunken Moon (bonus damage vs burning enemies)
Enter Frenzy Mode
Dragon Rider Return on cooldown
Dog's Bite when Fury is high

This combo can delete boss HP bars during stagger windows.

5. Attribute Priority

Dual Blades scales with pure offense — you're trading survivability for damage.

5.1 Priority Order

Bamboo Penetration — Your primary damage type; penetration is king
External Penetration — General damage boost
Crit Rate — Target 50%+ for consistent crits
Crit Damage — After you have reliable crit rate
Max External Attack — Base damage increase
HP — Only enough to survive one-shot mechanics

5.2 Why Penetration is #1

Dual Blades deals Bamboo-type damage. Many late-game bosses have high Bamboo Resistance. Stacking Penetration:

Ignores enemy defenses
Scales better than raw attack in endgame
Synergizes with Echoes of Oblivion's defense-piercing effect

Target stats:

Bamboo Penetration: As high as possible
Crit Rate: 50%+ base
HP: Enough to survive (varies by content)

6. Combat Rotation

Dual Blades has a specific rhythm. Master this and you'll top damage meters.

6.1 The "Rat Rat" Rotation (With Rope Dart)

Phase 1: Setup (Rope Dart)

Use Charged Attack (hold for full 1.5 seconds) — this activates the "Rat Rat" buff
Use Martial Skill first hit only (applies buff), cancel second hit
Use Special Skill to summon shadow companion (gains 50% damage bonus)

Phase 2: Burst (Dual Blades)

Swap to Infernal Twinblades
Activate Frenzy Mode (Mud Prison)
Light attacks to apply Sin
Frenzy attacks apply Karma
When enemy has both Sin + Karma, your damage ignores defenses
Use Dog's Bite when Fury gauge is high
Use Dragon Rider Return on cooldown

Phase 3: Recovery

When Frenzy Mode ends, swap back to Rope Dart
Rebuild buffs
Repeat

6.2 Pure Dual Blades Rotation (Without Rope Dart)

If using Nameless Spear as secondary:

Open with Qiankun's Lock for control
Swap to Dual Blades
Frenzy Mode → Light attacks → Dog's Bite
Dragon Rider Return on cooldown
Swap to Spear when you need shields or control
Repeat

6.3 Priority System

When deciding what to press next:

Highest Priority:

Rat Rat buff is active → maximize Dual Blades damage
Dragon Rider Return off cooldown → use it
Dog's Bite with high Fury → use it

High Priority:

Rope Dart Charged Attack (must be full 1.5s charge)
Maintaining Frenzy Mode uptime
Dragon's Breath + Drunken Moon combo

Standard Priority:

Light attack chains
Weapon swap timing
Qi and Fury management

7. Gear Recommendations

7.1 Weapon Sets

Best in Slot: Flying Falcon Set

2pc: +0.2% Precision Rate (up to 4.4%)
4pc: On Precision hit, +6% Attack for 15 seconds, stacks up to 3 times (actual: 5 stacks, 10% External Attack)
Why it's best: Fast attack speed = instant max stacks = permanent 10% damage boost

Alternative: Swallow Return Set

2pc: +0.4% Crit Rate
4pc: +10% damage vs enemies with 2+ debuffs; +10% Bamboo damage below 40% Qi
Why it's good: Synergizes with Sin/Karma debuffs; good for low-HP aggressive play

7.2 Armor Sets

Best in Slot: Soaring Eagle Set

2pc: +2 External Defense
4pc: 50% chance on hit to trigger effect — next 2 skills guaranteed Precision hit (30s cooldown)
Why it's best: Reliable burst damage during boss stagger windows

7.3 Stat Priority on Gear

Weapons:

Bamboo Penetration (highest priority)
External Penetration
Dual Blades Damage / Rope Dart Damage
All Weapon Damage
Min External Attack / Min Bamboo Attack
Boss Damage (extremely valuable)

Armor:

HP (survival baseline)
External Defense
Crit Defense (PvE survivability)
Stamina (quality of life)

8. Common Mistakes to Avoid

Not fully charging Rope Dart — The 1.5-second charge is what activates the Rat Rat buff. Partial charges give nothing.
Ignoring Sin + Karma stacking — Your damage is 20% lower without both debuffs active. Always enter Frenzy Mode to apply Karma.
Spamming Dog's Bite with low Fury — Dog's Bite scales with Fury gauge. Using it at low Fury wastes the skill.
Staying in melee too long without Frenzy — Outside of Frenzy Mode, you're squishy AND dealing less damage. Don't face-tank.
Neglecting Penetration stats — Raw attack looks bigger on your character sheet, but Penetration provides more actual damage in endgame content.

9. Dual Blades vs. Other DPS Builds

Aspect	Dual Blades	Strategic Sword	Mo Blade
DPS Potential	Highest	High	Medium-High
Survivability	Low	Medium	High
Difficulty	Very High	High	Medium
Mobility	Excellent	Good	Poor
Best For	Skilled players, speedruns	Calculated burst	Safe progression

Choose Dual Blades if: You want maximum damage and don't mind dying while learning.

Choose Strategic Sword if: You want high damage with more forgiving timing windows.

Choose Mo Blade if: You want to deal good damage while being tanky.

Prefer ranged DPS? → Umbrella + Rope Dart Build Guide
Want safer melee? → Mo Blade Build Guide
Looking for PvP Dual Blades? → Bamboo Cut Wind PvP Build
Need Internal Arts overview? → Best Internal Arts by Build

Final Thoughts

Dual Blades is the highest-skill, highest-reward weapon in Where Winds Meet.

The key insights:

Echoes of Oblivion is mandatory — The Sin + Karma combo defines this build
Rat Rat buff is your biggest damage window — Always fully charge Rope Dart
Frenzy Mode is when you deal real damage — Plan around it
Penetration > Raw Attack in endgame — Gear accordingly

The learning curve is steep, and you'll die a lot while mastering boss patterns. But once it clicks, you'll be deleting bosses faster than anyone else in your group.

You're not playing it safe. You're playing to win. And with Dual Blades, winning means killing things before they can kill you.

Good luck out there, blade dancer.

Where Winds Meet Dual Blades Build Guide - PvE DPS (2025)