Unlock and Ride: Guide to Mounting the Steed in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

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• How To Unlock Your First Steed in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
• How To Enhance Your Mount's Abilities in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
• How To Change Mounts in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Dynasty Warriors: Origins lacks a dedicated sprint button; your character automatically sprints after a few running steps. While sprinting offers decent speed, traversing large battlefields to quickly reach officers for rescue often requires a faster method.

Enter your trusty steed, summonable at any time during overworld exploration or combat. You can even engage in combat from horseback for swift hit-and-run tactics. Here's how to acquire your first horse, improve its stats, and switch between mounts.

How To Unlock Your First Steed in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Your initial mount is a free gift! During Chapter 1, after completing the "Test Of Zheng Fei" battle, a merchant appears in the overworld on your route to the Battle Of Guangzong. He's located northeast of Wan Castle, before reaching the camp. Simply speak to him to receive your horse, which will be automatically equipped.

Summon your horse by pressing down on the left joystick (console) or pressing V (keyboard).

How To Enhance Your Mount's Abilities in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Your horse gains experience points (XP) based on completed missions, even if you don't actively ride it. XP is earned from missions and main story battles, but not skirmishes. Missions are indicated by a red diamond with a soldier icon. The XP gained depends on battle duration and your usage of the horse, particularly when charging into enemies. Leveling up unlocks unique buffs for each horse at specific intervals.

How To Change Mounts in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

While your first horse is automatically equipped, you can acquire and equip others. Manage your mounts via the Battle Preparation menu; it's the last option on the left side of the screen. Each horse possesses unique advantages, with some exhibiting superior speed and capabilities. Consider switching to optimize your performance. New horses are rewarded for achieving maximum peace levels in a region; the reward will be found at a nearby waypoint.