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. The main story offers branching paths, and companions frequently join you in battle. While they fight alongside you, you can temporarily control them, often proving more effective than the Wanderer. Here's how to switch characters.

Switching Characters in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Character switching is limited to battles where you have a companion. Before a battle, the companion selection is the last option in the pre-battle menu. You can choose to fight alone, but you can't directly select a companion there. Once the battle starts, your companion's health bar appears below yours in the bottom right.

Below their health bar is a blue meter, similar to your Musou gauge. This fills as you fight, accelerating with:

• Parrying attacks
• Perfect dodges
• Assaulting Officers
• Utilizing Weapon Arts

Most combat actions contribute, albeit at varying rates.

A "Change Character" button appears next to the companion's meter when it's full. 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 is best reserved for intense battles, as companions are exceptionally powerful. Control lasts approximately one minute, indicated by the gradually depleting blue meter. Your new character starts with full Bravery and a range of potent combat arts.

Switching initiates a powerful attack, so target an enemy strategically. The companion also has a full Musou gauge and health bar, enabling immediate use of their special attack.