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In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, you primarily play as the Wanderer, striving for peace. Your journey offers numerous choices, and companions frequently join you in battle. While they fight alongside you, occasionally you can take direct control, often proving more effective than the Wanderer himself. Here's how to switch characters.
How To Switch Characters In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Character switching is only possible during battles where you have a companion. Before a battle, the war council menu offers your companion as a final option; you can choose to fight alone, but companion switching isn't available then. Once combat begins, your companion's health bar appears below yours.
Beneath their health bar is a blue meter, similar to your Musou gauge. This fills as you fight, accelerating with actions like:
- Parrying attacks
- Perfect dodges
- Assaulting Officers
- Using Weapon Arts
Most combat actions contribute, albeit at varying speeds.
A full blue meter activates the "Change Character" button. Press and hold it (approximately one second) to switch. This is the View button on Xbox, C on PC, or the Touchpad on PlayStation.
Playing As Other Characters In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Switching characters is strategically advantageous during intense battles. Companions are exceptionally powerful, but control lasts roughly a minute; the blue meter depletes, indicating the remaining time. Your new character starts with full Bravery and a range of potent combat arts.
Switching triggers a powerful initial attack; aim carefully. Your companion also possesses a full Musou gauge and health bar, immediately ready for their devastating special attack.
