How To Defeat Zhang Jiao In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

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

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

Phase 1: A One-on-One Duel

This phase unfolds in a spacious wasteland. Zhang Jiao employs sorcery, launching stones 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 a large volley to avoid heavy damage. While primarily a ranged fighter, Zhang Jiao possesses close-combat combos (parryable) and an area-of-effect (AOE) attack that repels you. A glowing white aura signals his impending AOE; 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 attacks conclude. Equip a sword for optimal damage output compared to spears or gauntlets.

Resource Management is Crucial: You likely have limited healing opportunities (around four uses, depending on skill upgrades). Meat buns are strategically placed near the arena entrance; utilize them during periods of respite.

Phase 2: Aided Assault

Activating Musou Rage initiates Phase 2, bringing Yellow Turban reinforcements. Fortunately, your army arrives to assist, providing breathing room and healing opportunities (grab those meat buns!). Zhang Jiao introduces tornados; be mindful of the wind currents while eliminating his troops.

Zhang Jiao will attempt a Grand Tactic, requiring you to defeat 300 soldiers within a short timeframe. Failure results in a devastating attack. Simultaneously, he 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.

Successfully thwarting Zhang Jiao's Grand Tactic twice leaves him vulnerable. He resumes Phase 1 tactics, but with your army's support, his defeat should be straightforward, concluding Chapter 1.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins is available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.