In the latest installment of the *Dynasty Warriors* series, *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*, you'll find yourself immersed in the tumultuous world of ancient China, engaging in epic battles alongside iconic warlords. A key decision you'll face is choosing which faction to align with. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you understand the faction selection process in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Factions Explained
*Dynasty Warriors: Origins* unfolds across multiple chapters, with the first two chapters allowing your character, the Wanderer, to remain neutral. During these initial stages, you'll interact with the factions led by Sun Jian, Cao Cao, and Liu Bei, participating in significant historical events such as the Yellow Turban Rebellion and the Battle of Hulao Gate.
However, upon reaching Chapter 3, the game prompts you to make a crucial decision. By the end of this chapter, you must commit to one of the three factions. By this point, you should have a good sense of which faction resonates with you, but the game provides additional battles to help you make an informed choice.
To progress, you need to complete a specific number of missions for each faction. To ally with Sun Jian, you must complete three battles; for Liu Bei, two battles are required; and Cao Cao demands only one. Once you've fulfilled the mission requirements for a faction, a new mission will unlock, forcing you to choose a side. For instance, if you complete Cao Cao's mission first, you'll be presented with the option to ally with him or Liu Bei, with the latter option unavailable if you haven't completed his missions. You can, however, complete missions for all factions before making your final decision.
Once you've made your choice, the faction you did not select will be locked out for the remainder of the game. This means you won't be able to undertake sidequests from their officers or increase your bond with them, potentially making your chosen path more challenging. For example, aligning with Liu Bei might limit your opportunities to earn skill points due to fewer commanding officers to interact with.
Each faction offers unique missions, so if you're eager to experience all that *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* has to offer, consider creating a separate save file before making your faction choice. This way, you can reload and explore different alliances.
That's how you 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 rich tapestry of ancient Chinese warfare and strategy.
