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

One of the initial hurdles in Dynasty Warriors: Origins is the formidable Zhang Jiao, leader of the Yellow Turbans. This guide details strategies for victory.

Phase 1: A Solo Showdown

This phase is a one-on-one duel in a spacious wasteland. Zhang Jiao employs sorcery, launching projectiles across the arena. His attacks vary based on your distance:

• Close Range: Four stones are summoned, demanding swift evasion.
• Long Range: Eight stones are launched in pairs, easily dodged by circling him.

Maintain a safe distance when he summons numerous stones to avoid significant damage. While his attacks primarily keep you at bay, he also utilizes close-range combos (parriable) and an area-of-effect (AOE) pushback attack. A white glow signals his AOE charge; retreat to avoid damage.

Later, he unleashes red-aura attacks (uncancelable), including massive rockfalls and clone summons. The best approach is to maintain distance until the attack concludes. Equip a sword for optimal damage output.

Resource Management is Crucial: You likely have limited healing opportunities (around four uses). Utilize the meat buns near the arena entrance for health replenishment between attacks.

Phase 2: Aided Assault

Activating Musou Rage initiates Phase 2, bringing Yellow Turban reinforcements. Fortunately, your army joins the fray, providing respite. Use this opportunity to heal using the meat buns. Zhang Jiao introduces tornadoes, so be mindful of wind effects while eliminating his soldiers.

Zhang Jiao will attempt a Grand Tactic, requiring you to defeat 300 soldiers within a short timeframe. Failure results in a devastating attack. He also summons lightning strikes; observe the warning ring on the ground and evade promptly. Musou Mode (standard, not Rage) is highly effective for quickly eliminating large groups of soldiers.

Successfully countering his Grand Tactic twice brings Zhang Jiao back to the battlefield with Phase 1 tactics. With your army's support, this final phase should be relatively straightforward.

Victory Achieved!

This strategy should secure your victory over Zhang Jiao in Dynasty Warriors: Origins, available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.