So… you’re wandering through the cave in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, soaking in the eerie atmosphere, and then you bump into this ancient-looking figure just chilling near a waterfall with the prompt:
“Master Tai Chi to grasp the Primordial Deity’s Wisdom.”
If you’re like me, your first reaction is probably something like: “Uh… what now?”
Don’t worry, this moment in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers isn’t a riddle, a boss fight, or some late-game soul test. It’s actually a super simple moment that rewards you with some free loot — if you know what to do.
What to do in ‘Master Tai Chi to Grasp the Primordial Deity’s Wisdom’
Despite how mystical and dramatic it sounds, “Master Tai Chi to grasp the Primordial Deity’s Wisdom” just means: Do the Tai Chi emote in front of the beautiful scenery. That’s it.
No fancy timing, no puzzles to solve — just equip the right emote and perform it near on the cliff once you get the prompt. Do it right, and you’ll get a Red Mercury Essence as a reward.
If you’re confused or stuck, here’s exactly how to do it.
How to Perform the Tai Chi Emote (Platform Breakdown)
PC Players
- Press Y to open your Emote Wheel.
- If Tai Chi isn’t showing, hover over one of your emote slots.
- Follow the controls on the left side of the screen to Replace it with the Tai Chi emote.
Xbox
- Press the View Button (that’s the one with two overlapping squares).
- Highlight any emote slot.
- Press Y to swap it out, and choose Tai Chi.
PlayStation (DualSense)
- Tap the left side of the touchpad.
- Highlight the emote you want to swap.
- Tap the replace button as shown on-screen (should say something like “Replace” near the bottom).
- Pick Tai Chi.
While you’re here, make sure to check out our Complete Beginner’s Guide to Wuchang: Fallen Feathers — it’s packed with everything you need to get started without getting stomped.
But Wait — Where Do I Get the Tai Chi Emote?
You already have it!
A lot of players get stuck here because the Tai Chi emote is greyed out by default. That just means it’s not equipped yet. It’s sitting quietly in your emote list, waiting for its moment to shine.
Just swap it in like you would any other emote, and you’re good to go. Once you’ve slotted in the Tai Chi emote, do the Tai Chi and you’ll receive Red Mercury Essence. That’s your free reward.
Wrap-Up
Honestly, I love these little moments in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. They break up the tension and give you a breather while still tying into the world’s spiritual theme. The prompt might sound cryptic, but now that you know what to do, it’s basically a free upgrade with some flair.
Next time you see a mysterious message like that, take a second and ask yourself:
“Is it time to bust out some moves?”
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