Dynasty Warriors: Origins - How To Switch Characters

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• Playing as Companions in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, you primarily play as the Wanderer, striving for peace. Story choices influence your journey, and companions frequently join battles. While they fight alongside you, occasional control shifts are possible. Companions are exceptionally powerful, often surpassing the Wanderer in combat effectiveness. Here's how to switch:

Character Switching in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Companion control is limited to battles where a companion is present. Before a battle, the war council menu offers a companion selection; however, you can't choose a companion during the council. Once combat starts, your companion's health bar appears below yours.

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 gradually fill this meter. Once full, a "Change Character" button appears. Press and hold this button (View on Xbox, C on PC, Touchpad on PlayStation) for a second to switch.

Playing as Companions in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Switching characters mid-battle is strategically advantageous due to companions' strength. Control typically lasts about a minute; a depleting blue meter indicates the remaining time. The switched character starts with full Bravery and a range of effective combat arts.

The character switch initiates with a powerful attack. Target an enemy for maximum impact. The companion also possesses a full Musou gauge and health bar, allowing immediate use of their special attack.