Tips to Dominate Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Author: Michael Feb 21,2025

Leveling Up in Dynasty Warriors: Origins: A Comprehensive Guide

In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, your rank directly impacts your battlefield success. A higher rank translates to increased survivability and combat effectiveness, crucial for facing formidable foes like Lu Bu. This guide details how to ascend the ranks.

Your rank functions as your in-game level. Starting at rank one, you progress by engaging in battles. However, simply defeating enemies isn't enough. Rank progression is intrinsically linked to weapon proficiency.

Initially, you possess a single level 1 weapon (a sword). Proficiency increases through combat, influenced by factors beyond raw enemy kills. Frequent use of Battle Arts (special abilities), diverse combo execution (avoiding repetitive basic attacks), and experimenting with different attack styles all contribute to faster proficiency gains.

The Wanderer attacks an army with twin pikes in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Screenshot provided by Tecmo Koei & Omega Force

As weapon proficiency rises, so does your rank. Rank increases provide substantial benefits: enhanced health, attack power, defense, and periodic bonuses such as increased Bravery (allowing for more Battle Arts usage) and access to new skill trees for further stat boosts.

While you begin with a sword, nine distinct weapon types await discovery throughout your journey through ancient China. Mastering all nine is key to achieving maximum rank. Each weapon possesses unique attributes and optimal combat scenarios; switching weapons mid-battle is encouraged to maximize experience point gains for each weapon.

Embrace experimentation with Dynasty Warriors: Origins' mechanics – it's the key to rapid rank advancement.

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