In *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*, you'll embark on a thrilling journey through ancient China, battling alongside iconic warlords. A key decision you'll face is choosing which faction to align with. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to make that crucial choice.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins Factions Explained

*Dynasty Warriors: Origins* unfolds across multiple chapters, but in the initial two chapters, your character, the Wanderer, remains neutral. You'll assist Sun Jian, Cao Cao, and Liu Bei in various battles, participating in significant events like the Yellow Turban Rebellion and the Battle of Hulao Gate. However, by the time you reach Chapter 3, the game prompts you to make a pivotal decision: which of the three factions to join.

By this stage, you should have a good understanding of each faction, but the game offers additional battles to help you decide. To progress, you must complete specific missions for each leader: three for Sun Jian, two for Liu Bei, and one for Cao Cao. Once you fulfill these requirements, a new mission becomes available, forcing you to choose your allegiance.

For instance, if you complete Cao Cao's mission first, you'll be prompted to ally with him in the subsequent battle, while other options may be blocked if their missions aren't completed. You can always go back and complete missions for all factions before making your final decision.

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Once you choose a faction, the others become inaccessible for the rest of the game. You won't be able to take on sidequests from their officers or increase your bond with them, which might make your chosen path more challenging. For example, aligning with Liu Bei, who starts with fewer officers, limits your opportunities to earn skill points through sidequests.

Each faction offers unique missions, so if you want to experience everything *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* has to offer, consider saving your game before making your choice. This way, you can reload and explore different alliances.

That's how you select a faction in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*. The game is now available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.