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 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 vast wasteland. Zhang Jiao employs sorcery, hurling stones across the arena. His attacks vary with your distance: close range triggers four stones requiring swift evasion; long range results in eight stones launched in pairs, easily dodged by circling him. Maintain a safe distance when he summons numerous stones to avoid heavy damage.

While primarily a ranged attacker, Zhang Jiao possesses close-combat moves. These include simple parries and an area-of-effect (AOE) pushback attack. A glowing white aura signals his AOE attack; evade promptly. He also utilizes red-aura attacks, which are uninterruptible. These involve a massive rockfall and clone summoning; retreat and wait for the attack's conclusion. A sword is recommended for optimal damage output.

Resource management is crucial. Depending on skill upgrades, you likely have limited healing opportunities (around four). Meat buns are located near the arena entrance; utilize these for healing during strategic retreats.

Phase 2: A Tide of Yellow Turbans

Activating Musou Rage initiates Phase 2, bringing Yellow Turban reinforcements. Fortunately, your army arrives to assist. This is an ideal time to heal using the meat buns. Zhang Jiao summons tornadoes, so be mindful of the wind while eliminating his soldiers.

Zhang Jiao will attempt a Grand Tactic, demanding you defeat 300 soldiers within a short timeframe. Failure results in a devastating attack. Simultaneously, he unleashes lightning strikes; observe the shrinking ring on the ground and evade when it flashes. Musou Mode, strategically used, efficiently eliminates large groups of soldiers. Given the time constraint, basic Musou Mode is often more effective than Musou Rage.

Foiling Zhang Jiao's Grand Tactic twice brings him back to the battlefield with Phase 1 tactics. With your army's support, eliminating his remaining health should be straightforward, concluding Chapter 1.

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