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In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, you primarily play as the Wanderer, striving for peace. Your choices impact the main storyline, and you'll frequently have companions in battle. While companions fight alongside you, you can occasionally control them. Their power often surpasses the Wanderer's, making switching a strategic advantage. Here's how:
Character Switching in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Character switching is only possible during battles where you have a companion. Before a battle, the companion selection is the last option in the war council menu. You can choose to fight alone, but companion switching isn't available then. Once the battle starts, your companion's health bar appears below yours in the bottom right corner.
Underneath their health bar is a blue bar, similar to your Musou gauge. This fills as you fight, faster with:
- Parrying attacks
- Perfect dodges
- Assaulting Officers
- Utilizing Weapon Arts
Most combat actions contribute, albeit at varying speeds. When the blue bar is full, a "Change Character" button appears. Press and hold this button (View on Xbox, C on PC, Touchpad on PlayStation) for a second to switch.
Playing as Companions in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Switching characters mid-battle is most effective, as companions are exceptionally strong. Control lasts approximately one minute; the blue bar depletes, showing the remaining time. Your new character starts with full Bravery and a range of powerful combat arts.
The switch initiates with a large attack; aim carefully! Your companion also has a full Musou gauge and health bar, ready for their special attack.
