Conquering Lu Bu in Dynasty Warriors: Origins: A Comprehensive Guide
The game Dynasty Warriors: Origins famously warns against engaging Lu Bu, but defeating him offers significant rewards. This guide details how to overcome this formidable foe.
Should You Fight Lu Bu?
While challenging, defeating Lu Bu provides significant rewards: bragging rights, story progression (especially for Shu or Wei players in Chapter 4's Battle of Xiapi), and the game's ultimate weapon, the halberd (obtained after defeating him in the post-game and at the Battle of Hulao Gate, which also grants the "The Strongest" trophy).
Phase 1: Mounted Lu Bu
Prepare for battle by equipping a multi-hit sword for staggering, and Battle Arts with low Bravery requirements, quick activation, and wide range (e.g., Falcon Flurry, Mad Blade Rush, Absconding Slash, Flying Dragon Slash). Essential accessories include those boosting health and defense (Divine Bird's Wing and Divine Turtle's Shell). A weapon granting Bravery per Perfect Evade is crucial.
Initially, Lu Bu charges on Red Hare. His attacks have limited area of effect, except for Red Hare's jump attack. Utilize this downtime to unleash Battle Arts. Once his health reaches 80%, he dismounts, initiating the next phase.
Phase 2: Lu Bu on Foot
Lu Bu's on-foot attacks are swift and relentless. He often charges, marked by a red aura, rendering him temporarily unstaggerable. Evade his charges (including his grab attack). His most dangerous move is a three-arrow volley after an orange glow; counter this with a ranged Battle Art like Absconding Slash. Keep your Musou gauge full for invincibility during emergencies. Aggressively attack to build up your Battle Arts and break his Fortitude meter.
Phase 3: Lu Bu's Musou Rage
Depleting Lu Bu's health activates his Musou Rage, making him unstaggerable and unleashing a flurry of attacks. The objective is to deplete his Fortitude before he uses his Musou attack. Use all available resources – Musou attacks, Battle Arts – to overwhelm him. Failing to break his Fortitude before his Musou attack forces a restart of this phase.
Conclusion
By following these strategies and preparing adequately, you can successfully overcome Lu Bu in Dynasty Warriors: Origins, currently available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
