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Dynasty Warriors: Origins doesn't have a dedicated sprint button; your character automatically sprints after a few running steps. While sprinting is useful, traversing large battlefields to rescue officers quickly often requires a faster method. That's where your horse comes in—summonable anytime, in the overworld or battle. You can even fight from horseback for a hit-and-run advantage. Here's how to acquire your first steed, level it up, and switch between mounts.
How To Unlock The First Horse In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Your journey begins in Chapter 1. After completing the "Test of Zheng Fei" battle, a merchant appears in the overworld. You'll find him northeast of Wan Castle, before reaching the camp, standing near his horse. He'll gift you your first mount upon speaking to him; it's automatically equipped. Summon your horse by pressing down on the left joystick (console) or V (keyboard).
How To Level Up Your Horse In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Your horse gains XP by completing missions (marked with a red diamond and soldier icon) and main story battles. Skirmishes don't award XP. The XP earned depends on battle length and how much you ride and charge into enemies. Leveling up unlocks unique buffs for each horse at intervals.
How To Switch Horses In Dynasty Warriors: Origins
While your first horse is automatically equipped, others await. Access the Battle Preparation menu—it's the last option on the left—to equip or unequip horses. Each horse offers different perks; some are faster or better than others. To acquire new horses, maximize the peace level of a region. A new horse will then be found at a nearby waypoint as a reward.
