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In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, there's no direct sprint button; your character automatically transitions to a sprint after a few steps. While sprinting can help you move quickly across the battlefield, it's often not enough to reach other officers in time to save them and secure victory in the massive battles you'll encounter.
This is where your trusty horse comes into play, available for summoning at any time in the overworld or during battle. Riding a horse not only speeds up your movement but also allows you to engage in dynamic hit-and-run combat strategies. Let's dive into how you can unlock your first horse, level it up, and even switch between different steeds for a tactical edge.
How To Unlock The First Horse In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Unlocking your first horse is a breeze and comes as a free reward during Chapter 1. After conquering the second major battle, "Test Of Zheng Fei," you'll encounter a merchant on your journey to the Battle Of Guangzong. This merchant, stationed northeast of Wan Castle but before you reach the camp, will be standing next to his horse. A simple conversation with him will lead to him gifting you the horse, which will then be automatically equipped.
Summoning your horse is straightforward: press down on the left joystick if you're playing on a console, or hit the 'V' key on your keyboard.
How To Level Up Your Horse In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Leveling up your horse in Dynasty Warriors: Origins is tied to the missions you complete while it's equipped. Whether you're actively riding or not, your horse will gain XP from completing main story battles or missions marked by a red diamond with a soldier icon—these are your medium-length engagements. The amount of XP your horse earns depends on the battle's duration, how much you ride, and your use of the horse to charge into enemy lines. As your horse levels up, it unlocks unique buffs at certain milestones, with each horse having its own set of enhancements.
How To Switch Horses In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Your first horse comes pre-equipped, but the game offers a variety of steeds, each with unique perks and speeds. You can switch horses in the Battle Preparation menu, the last option on the left side of the screen. Some horses are faster and offer better advantages, so it's wise to consider swapping when you acquire new ones. To get these new horses, you'll need to maximize the peace in a region, after which a new horse will be left as a reward at a nearby waypoint.
