Zhang Jiao Defeated in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Conquering Zhang Jiao in Dynasty Warriors: Origins: A Comprehensive Guide

One of the initial significant hurdles in Dynasty Warriors: Origins is the battle against Zhang Jiao, the leader of the Yellow Turbans. This guide details strategies for overcoming him.

Phase 1: A One-on-One Duel

This phase is a solo confrontation in a spacious wasteland. Zhang Jiao utilizes sorcery, launching projectiles across the arena. His attacks vary based on your distance:

• Close Range: He summons four stones, demanding swift evasion.
• Long Range: He conjures eight stones, thrown in pairs, easily dodged by circling him.

Maintain a safe distance when he unleashes a large volley of stones to avoid substantial damage. While primarily employing ranged attacks, he also possesses close-combat moves. These include simple combos (parryable) and an area-of-effect (AOE) pushback attack. A white glow signals his AOE charge; retreat to avoid damage.

Later, he employs unblockable attacks (red aura), summoning numerous rocks and clones. The best approach is to maintain distance until the attack concludes. Equipping a sword maximizes damage output compared to spears or gauntlets.

Resource Management is Crucial: You'll likely have limited healing opportunities (around four, depending on skill upgrades). Utilize the meat buns near the arena entrance for replenishment during breaks in the fight.

Phase 2: Aided Assault

Activating Musou Rage initiates Phase 2, bringing Yellow Turban reinforcements. Fortunately, your army arrives to assist, providing respite. Use this opportunity to heal using the meat buns. Zhang Jiao introduces tornadoes to disrupt your attacks; be mindful of the wind currents.

Defeating sufficient soldiers triggers Zhang Jiao's Grand Tactic. You must eliminate 300 soldiers within a short timeframe to prevent a devastating attack. He simultaneously unleashes lightning strikes; observe the ground for approaching rings and evade when they flash. Musou Mode (basic, not necessarily Rage) is highly effective for quickly eliminating large numbers of soldiers.

Foiling his Grand Tactic twice returns Zhang Jiao to the battlefield, using Phase 1 tactics. With your army's support, defeating him should be relatively straightforward, concluding Chapter 1.

Victory Achieved!

This strategy will help you successfully defeat Zhang Jiao in Dynasty Warriors: Origins, available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.