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• How To Unlock Your First Steed in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
• How To Enhance Your Mount in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
• How To Change Mounts in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Dynasty Warriors: Origins lacks a dedicated sprint button; your character automatically sprints after a few running steps. While sprinting offers decent speed, traversing large battlefields to rescue officers and secure victory often requires faster travel.

This is where your mount comes in, summonable at any time in the overworld or during battles. You can even engage in combat from horseback for swift hit-and-run tactics. Here's how to acquire your first horse, improve its abilities, and switch between different mounts.

How To Unlock Your First Steed in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Your initial mount is a free gift! After completing the second major battle, "Test Of Zheng Fei," in Chapter 1, a merchant appears in the overworld. You'll encounter him northeast of Wan Castle, before reaching the camp. He's easily spotted next to his horse. Simply speak to him to receive your steed; it will be automatically equipped.

Summon your horse by pressing down on the left joystick (console) or V (keyboard).

How To Enhance Your Mount in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Your horse gains experience points (XP) based on completed missions, even if you don't actively ride it. However, skirmishes do not award XP. Missions, indicated by a red diamond with a soldier icon, provide medium-length battles for XP accumulation. The XP earned depends on battle duration, your riding time, and your use of the horse in charging enemies. Each level-up grants unique buffs, varying for each mount.

How To Change Mounts in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

While your first horse is automatically equipped, you can acquire and equip others. Manage your mounts in the Battle Preparation menu; it's the last option on the left. Each horse possesses unique advantages, with some inherently faster or superior. Consider switching when you obtain a new one. To acquire additional mounts, maximize the peace level of a region. A new horse will then be available as a reward at a nearby waypoint.