Conquering Lu Bu in Dynasty Warriors: Origins: A Comprehensive Guide

"Among men, Lu Bu. Among horses, Red Hare." This infamous line from Dynasty Warriors: Origins perfectly encapsulates the challenge: Lu Bu is formidable. But defeating him is achievable with the right strategy. This guide details how to overcome this legendary warrior.

Should You Even Attempt to Defeat Lu Bu?

Be warned: defeating Lu Bu is no small feat. It's a significant time investment (expect an hour or more). However, the rewards are substantial:

• Bragging Rights: Conquering Lu Bu is a testament to your skill.
• Story Progression: If you align with Shu or Wei, the Battle of Xiapi necessitates confronting him in Chapter 4.
• In-Game Rewards: Victory at Hulao Gate unlocks the "The Strongest" trophy. Post-game victory yields the game's ultimate weapon, the halberd.

Phase 1: Mounted Lu Bu

Preparation is key. Equip a multi-hit sword to stagger him, and Battle Arts with short activation times, wide range, and low Bravery cost (e.g., Falcon Flurry, Mad Blade Rush, Absconding Slash, Flying Dragon Slash). Accessories boosting health and defense (Divine Bird's Wing, Divine Turtle's Shell) are vital. A weapon granting Bravery on Perfect Evades is also highly recommended.

Initially, Lu Bu charges on Red Hare. His attacks have limited Area of Effect (AOE), except for Red Hare's ground pound. Utilize this downtime to unleash Battle Arts, then retreat. Once his health reaches 80%, he dismounts, escalating the challenge.

Phase 2: Lu Bu on Foot

Unmounted, Lu Bu's speed and attack frequency increase dramatically. He often displays a red aura, indicating invulnerability to stuns during combos. His charges come in sets of three; evade accordingly. He also attempts grab attacks, easily avoided with evasive maneuvers.

His most dangerous move involves an orange glow, preceding a volley of three powerful arrows fired thrice. Absconding Slash can interrupt this attack from a distance; close-range Battle Arts are suicide. Keep your Musou Gauge full for emergency invincibility. Aggressively juggle Lu Bu to deplete his Fortitude meter quickly. Maintain close proximity for better reaction time, and remember to prioritize evasive maneuvers.

Phase 3: Lu Bu's Musou Rage

Depleting Lu Bu's health triggers his Musou Rage, initiating the final phase. He becomes unstaggerable, unleashing relentless attacks. The objective is to break his Fortitude before he unleashes his Musou attack; failing to do so forces a restart. Utilize all available resources – Musou attacks, Battle Arts – to overwhelm him.

Conclusion

By mastering this strategy and preparing adequately, you can conquer Lu Bu in Dynasty Warriors: Origins. The game is available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. Good luck, warrior!