Dynasty Warriors: Origins - How To Unlock & Use The Horse
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- How To Unlock Your First Steed in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
- How To Enhance Your Mount's Abilities in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
- How To Change Mounts in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Dynasty Warriors: Origins lacks a dedicated sprint button; your character automatically sprints after a few running steps. While sprinting offers decent speed, traversing large battlefields to rescue officers and secure victory often requires faster travel.
This is where your mount becomes invaluable. Summonable at any time, in the overworld or during battles, your horse allows for rapid movement and even enables mounted combat for swift hit-and-run tactics. Here's how to acquire your first horse, improve its capabilities, and switch between different mounts.
How To Unlock Your First Steed in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Your initial mount is a free gift! In Chapter 1, after completing the "Test of Zheng Fei" battle, a merchant appears in the overworld. Find him northeast of Wan Castle, before reaching the camp. He's easily spotted near his horse. Simply speak to him to receive your first steed, which will be automatically equipped.
Summon your horse instantly by pressing down on the left joystick (console) or the 'V' key (keyboard).
How To Enhance Your Mount's Abilities in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Your horse gains experience points (XP) based on completed missions, even if you don't actively ride it. However, skirmishes do not award XP. Missions, indicated by a red diamond with a soldier icon, offer medium-length battles ideal for gaining XP. The XP earned depends on battle duration and how extensively you utilize your horse, particularly when charging enemies. Leveling up your mount unlocks unique buffs at specific intervals, varying for each horse.
How To Change Mounts in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
While your first horse is automatically equipped, additional mounts become available. Access the "Battle Preparation" menu; the mount selection is the last option on the left. Each horse possesses unique advantages, with some inherently faster or more capable than others. Strategically switching mounts is recommended. Acquiring new mounts requires maximizing the peace level of a region. Upon achieving this, a new horse awaits as a reward at a nearby waypoint.
