In the latest installment of the beloved *Dynasty Warriors* series, *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*, players will once again find themselves immersed in the epic battles of ancient China. As you hack and slash your way through the game, a crucial decision awaits: choosing which faction to align with. Here’s a comprehensive guide on selecting factions in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Factions Explained
*Dynasty Warriors: Origins* unfolds across several chapters, with the first two chapters serving as an introduction where your character, the Wanderer, remains unaffiliated. During this time, you'll interact with three key factions: Sun Jian’s, Cao Cao’s, and Liu Bei’s. You'll assist them in battles and participate in monumental events such as the Yellow Turban Rebellion and the Battle of Hulao Gate, giving you a taste of each faction's dynamics.
However, by the time you reach Chapter 3, the game will prompt you to make a pivotal decision. You must choose which of the three factions to join by the end of this chapter. By this point, you should have a good understanding of which side you wish to pledge your loyalty to, but the game provides additional battles to help you make an informed decision.
To progress, you need to complete specific missions for each faction. To ally with Sun Jian, you must complete three battles; for Liu Bei, two battles are required, and Cao Cao asks for just one. Once you've fulfilled the mission requirements for a faction, a new mission will unlock, prompting you to pick a side. For instance, if you complete Cao Cao’s mission first, you'll be faced with a choice between him and Liu Bei in the subsequent battle, with the option to select Liu Bei being unavailable if his missions are incomplete. You can always return to complete missions for other factions before making your final decision.
Once you make your choice, the faction you don’t ally with will be locked out for the remainder of the game. You will no longer be able to accept sidequests from their officers or increase your bond with them, potentially making the path you choose more challenging. For example, aligning with Liu Bei may limit your opportunities to earn skill points from sidequests due to fewer commanding officers to interact with.
Each faction’s route offers unique missions, so if you're keen on experiencing all that *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* has to offer, it’s advisable to create a save file before choosing your allegiance. This allows you to reload and explore different alliances later on.
That's the rundown on how to select a faction in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*. The game is now available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S, ready for you to dive into the action and make your mark in ancient China.
