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 Solo Duel

This phase is a one-on-one fight in a vast, open area. Zhang Jiao utilizes sorcery, launching stones across the battlefield. His attacks vary based on your distance:

• Close Range: He summons four stones, demanding swift evasion.
• Long Range: He conjures eight stones, thrown in pairs, easily dodged by circling him.

Maintain a safe distance when he prepares a large stone barrage to avoid significant damage. While primarily a ranged fighter, Zhang Jiao employs close-combat combos (parriable) and an area-of-effect (AOE) pushback attack. A white glow signals his impending AOE; evade accordingly.

Later, he unleashes unblockable attacks (red aura), including a massive rockfall and clone summoning. The best counter is to maintain distance until the attack concludes. A sword is the recommended weapon for optimal damage output.

Resource Management is Crucial: You likely have limited healing opportunities (around four uses, depending on skill upgrades). Meat buns are located near the arena entrance; utilize these for healing during tactical retreats.

Phase 2: A Clash of Armies

Activating Musou Rage triggers Phase 2, bringing Yellow Turban reinforcements. Fortunately, your army arrives to provide support. This is an ideal time to heal using the meat buns. Zhang Jiao introduces tornados, so be mindful of the wind currents while engaging his troops.

Zhang Jiao will attempt a Grand Tactic, requiring you to eliminate 300 soldiers within a short timeframe. Failure results in a devastating attack. He also summons lightning strikes indicated by a closing ring on the ground; evade when the ring flashes. Musou Mode (basic, not Rage) is highly effective for quickly eliminating large numbers of soldiers.

Successfully countering Zhang Jiao's Grand Tactic twice returns him to the battlefield with Phase 1 tactics. With your army's assistance, his remaining health should be easily depleted, concluding Chapter 1.

Victory Achieved!

This strategy will help you defeat Zhang Jiao in Dynasty Warriors: Origins, available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.