How To Defeat Lu Bu In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Conquering Lu Bu in Dynasty Warriors: Origins: A Comprehensive Guide

The game frequently warns against engaging Lu Bu, proclaiming him the strongest warrior. However, defeating him offers significant rewards, including bragging rights, story progression (if siding with Shu or Wei in Chapter 4), a trophy ("The Strongest"), and the game's ultimate weapon, the halberd (in post-game). This guide details how to overcome this formidable foe.

Preparation is Key:

Before the battle, equip yourself strategically. A multi-hit sword to stagger him is crucial. Battle Arts with low Bravery requirements, quick activation, and wide range are essential. Consider using Falcon Flurry, Mad Blade Rush, Absconding Slash, and Flying Dragon Slash. Boost your survivability with health and defense-enhancing accessories like Divine Bird's Wing and Divine Turtle's Shell. A weapon granting Bravery on Perfect Evades is highly beneficial.

Phase 1: Mounted Lu Bu

Initially, Lu Bu rides Red Hare. He charges frequently, but pauses occasionally. Exploit these pauses to unleash Battle Arts, then retreat. His attacks, excluding Red Hare's ground-pound, have limited area of effect, making evasion relatively easy. Once his health reaches 80%, he dismounts, escalating the challenge.

Phase 2: Lu Bu on Foot

Unmounted, Lu Bu is incredibly aggressive. His attacks are rapid, and he frequently dashes across the battlefield with a red aura, rendering him immune to stuns. Evade his charges (he typically charges in sets of three). He may attempt a grab attack without his spear; evade this as well.

His most dangerous move is an orange-glow attack, launching three devastating arrows. Use a ranged Battle Art like Absconding Slash to counter this; close-range attacks are fatal. Keep your Musou gauge ready for invincibility in emergencies. Aggressively attack during this phase to build your Battle Arts and break his Fortitude meter. Prioritize evasion and maintain close proximity for better reaction time.

Phase 3: Lu Bu's Musou Rage

Depleting his health triggers Lu Bu's Musou Rage, his final phase. He becomes unstaggerable and unleashes relentless attacks. The objective is to deplete his Fortitude before he uses his Musou attack; otherwise, the phase restarts. Utilize all available resources: Musou attacks, Battle Arts, and rapid, powerful strikes.

By following these strategies, you can conquer Lu Bu and claim the rewards awaiting you in Dynasty Warriors: Origins, available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.