Dynasty Warriors: Origins - How To Switch Characters

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• Switching Characters in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
• Playing as Companions in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, you primarily play as the Wanderer, striving for peace. The main story offers branching choices, and companions frequently join you in battle. While they fight alongside you, temporary control is possible. Companions are significantly more powerful than the Wanderer, making switching a strategic advantage.

Switching Characters in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Character switching is limited to battles where a companion is present. Before a battle, the companion selection is the last option in the pre-battle menu; you can choose to fight solo, but companion switching isn't available then. Once the battle starts, your companion's health bar appears below yours in the bottom right.

Beneath their health bar is a blue meter, similar to your Musou gauge. This fills by:

• Parrying attacks
• Perfect dodging
• Attacking Officers
• Utilizing Weapon Arts

Most combat actions contribute, albeit at varying speeds.

A "Change Character" button appears beside the companion's blue meter once it's full. Press and hold this button (View button on Xbox, C on PC, or Touchpad on PlayStation) for a second to switch.

Playing as Companions in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Switching characters mid-battle is optimal, as companions are exceptionally strong. Control lasts roughly a minute, indicated by the gradually depleting blue meter. The switched companion starts with full Bravery and a range of effective combat arts.

The character switch initiates with a powerful attack; aim carefully. The companion also has a full Musou gauge and health bar, allowing immediate use of their special attack.