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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 storyline offers branching paths, and you'll frequently have companions in battle.

While companions fight alongside you, you can temporarily control them. They are significantly more powerful than the Wanderer, making switching a strategic advantage. Here's how:

Character Switching in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Character switching is only possible during battles where you have a companion. Before a battle, the war council menu will list your companion as a final option; you can choose to fight alone but not select a companion beforehand. Once the battle starts, your companion's health bar appears below yours in the bottom right corner.

Below the health bar is a blue energy meter, similar to your Musou gauge. This fills by:

• Parrying attacks
• Perfect dodging
• Defeating officers
• Utilizing weapon arts

Most combat actions contribute, albeit at varying speeds.

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

Playing as Companions in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Switching characters mid-battle is recommended, as companions are exceptionally strong. Control lasts approximately one minute; the blue energy meter depletes, showing the remaining time. Your new character starts with full Bravery and a range of powerful combat arts.

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