Choosing Your Faction: A Guide to Dynasty Warriors: Origins

In *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*, you'll dive into the chaotic world of ancient China, slashing through hordes of enemies alongside legendary warlords. But as you progress, a crucial decision awaits you: choosing which faction to align with. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the faction selection in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins Factions Explained

The game unfolds across multiple chapters, and for the initial two chapters, your character, the Wanderer, remains unaffiliated. You'll interact with the factions led by Sun Jian, Cao Cao, and Liu Bei, participating in pivotal events like the Yellow Turban Rebellion and the Battle of Hulao Gate. This setup allows you to get a feel for each faction before making your choice.

As you reach Chapter 3, *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* prompts you to prepare for a critical decision. By the chapter's end, you must commit to one of the three factions. By this point, your experiences should give you a good idea of which faction resonates with you, but the game offers additional battles to help you make an informed decision.

To move forward, you must complete a specific number of missions for each faction. For Sun Jian, you need to complete three battles; for Liu Bei, two; and for Cao Cao, just one. Once you've fulfilled these requirements, a new mission becomes available, forcing you to choose a side. For instance, if you complete Cao Cao's mission first, you'll face a decision between aligning with him or Liu Bei, with the option to choose Liu Bei locked if you haven't completed his missions. However, you can still go back and complete missions for all factions before finalizing your choice.

Once you've made your decision, the faction you choose to oppose becomes inaccessible for the rest of the game. You won't be able to take on sidequests from their officers or strengthen your bond with them, which can make your chosen path more challenging. For example, aligning with Liu Bei might limit your opportunities to earn skill points due to fewer commanding officers.

Each faction's route features unique missions, so if you want to experience all that *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* has to offer, consider creating a separate save file before making your choice. This way, you can reload and explore different alliances.

That's the rundown on selecting a faction in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*. The game is now available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S, ready for you to embark on your journey through ancient China.