Dynasty Warriors: Origins - How To Switch Characters
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In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, you primarily play as the Wanderer, striving for peace. The main storyline presents numerous choices, and you'll frequently have companions in battle.
These companions fight alongside you, but you can temporarily control them. They're exceptionally powerful, often surpassing the Wanderer in combat effectiveness. Here's how to switch:
How To Switch Characters In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Character switching is only possible during 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 alone, but companion switching isn't an option at this stage. Once the battle starts, your companion's health bar appears below yours in the bottom right corner.
Beneath their health bar is a blue meter, similar to your Musou gauge. This meter fills as you:
- Parry attacks
- Perfectly dodge
- Assault officers
- Utilize Weapon Arts
Most combat actions contribute to filling this meter, although at varying speeds.
A "Change Character" prompt appears next to the companion's meter once it's full. Press and hold the button for a second to switch. This is the View button on Xbox, C on PC, or the Touchpad on PlayStation.
Playing As Other Characters In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Switching characters is best reserved for intense battles, as companions are incredibly strong, and control is temporary (approximately one minute). The blue meter, once used to switch, gradually depletes, showing the remaining time. Your new character starts with full Bravery and a range of effective combat arts.
The character switch initiates with a powerful attack. Aim carefully! Your companion also retains their own filled Musou and health gauges, allowing immediate use of their special attack.
