"Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Unlocking and Using the Horse Guide"

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• How To Unlock The First Horse In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

• How To Level Up Your Horse In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

• How To Switch Horses In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, there's no direct sprint button; your character will naturally transition into a sprint after a few steps of running. While sprinting is a quick way to move around, you'll often find yourself needing to traverse vast battlefields to reach other officers swiftly, which is crucial for saving them and securing victory.

This is where your horse becomes invaluable. You can summon your horse at any time in the overworld or during battles, and it even allows you to engage in combat with faster hit-and-run tactics. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to unlock your first horse, level it up, and switch between different horses.

How To Unlock The First Horse In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Unlocking your first horse in Dynasty Warriors: Origins is straightforward and free. During Chapter 1, after you've completed the second major battle, "Test Of Zheng Fei," a merchant will appear in the overworld as you head towards the Battle Of Guangzong. You'll find this merchant northeast of Wan Castle but before reaching the camp, standing next to his horse. Simply talk to the merchant, and he'll gift you the horse, which will be automatically equipped.

To summon your horse and mount it instantly, press down on the left joystick if you're playing on a console, or press the 'V' key on a 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. Your horse will earn XP from completing main story battles and missions, but not from Skirmishes. Missions are identified by a red diamond with a soldier icon in the center and typically involve medium-length engagements. The amount of XP your horse earns depends on the battle's duration, how much you ride your horse, and how often you use it to charge into enemies. As your horse levels up, it gains access to unique buffs at various levels, which differ for each horse.

How To Switch Horses In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Your first horse comes equipped automatically, but you'll have opportunities to acquire and switch to other horses. You can manage your horses in the Battle Preparation menu, which is the last option on the left side of the screen. Each horse offers different perks, and some are inherently faster or better than others, so it's wise to consider switching when you acquire a new one. To obtain new horses, you need to maximize the peace level of a region, after which a new horse will be available as a reward at a nearby waypoint.