Best Warriors Faction Guide

In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, like its predecessors, you'll battle across ancient China alongside various warlords before ultimately pledging allegiance to one. Here's a breakdown of faction selection:

Understanding Factions in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

The game unfolds in chapters. The first two chapters feature the Wanderer (your character) assisting Sun Jian, Cao Cao, and Liu Bei without committing to a specific faction. You'll participate in key events like the Yellow Turban Rebellion and the Battle of Hulao Gate.

Chapter 3 presents the crucial decision: choosing a faction. Before this point, you'll have opportunities to engage with each faction, gaining insight into their strengths and weaknesses.

The Selection Process

To ally with a faction, you must complete a specific number of missions for them: three for Sun Jian, two for Liu Bei, and one for Cao Cao. After completing these, a new mission will trigger, forcing you to choose a side. Only factions with completed missions will be selectable. You can, however, complete all missions before making your final choice.

The Consequences of Your Choice

Your decision is permanent. The unchosen faction becomes inaccessible for the remainder of the game. You'll lose access to side quests from their officers, preventing further bond increases. This might impact gameplay difficulty; for instance, allying with Liu Bei initially limits access to commanding officers and skill point earning opportunities from side quests.

Each faction offers unique missions. To experience all content, create a separate save file before choosing a faction, allowing you to replay with different allegiances.

Availability

Dynasty Warriors: Origins is currently available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.