Dynasty Warriors Origins Characters
Characters in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Playable Characters
The confirmed playable characters include:
- Unnamed Protagonist: The main character suffering from amnesia, who embarks on a journey through the chaotic Three Kingdoms.
- Guan Yu: Known as the "God of War," he wields a Crescent Blade and fights under Liu Bei.
- Zhang Fei: Liu Bei's second sworn brother, armed with his iconic Serpent Spear.
- Zhao Yun: A legendary warrior recognized for his prowess with the Dragon Spear.
- Xiahou Dun: Cao Cao's trusted lieutenant, known for his combat skills with a Podao/Scimitar.
- Guo Jia: A strategist from Wei, whose inclusion adds depth to the narrative.
- Zhang Liao: A fan-favorite character known for his Twin Pikes.
- Huang Gai: A founding figure of Wu, wielding Gauntlets in battle.
- Sun Shangxiang: One of the few female characters, she uses Chakram-style rings.
- Zhou Yu: A key strategist for Wu, equipped with a staff.
Supporting Characters
In addition to the playable characters, Dynasty Warriors: Origins features numerous other officers who play significant roles in the story. These include:
- Cao Cao
- Liu Bei
- Sun Jian
- Dong Zhuo
- Lu Bu
- Zhuge Liang
- And many more from various factions including Wei, Shu, and Wu.
The game emphasizes strategic gameplay and character interactions, allowing players to experience the narrative through the eyes of the protagonist while engaging with these historical figures. The smaller roster size compared to previous entries is designed to create deeper gameplay experiences with each character rather than overwhelming players with quantity[1][2][5][6].