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Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Battle of Baima and Yanjin Guide

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Dynasty Warriors Origin - Battle of Baima and Yanjin

Battle of Baima and Yanjin is a main story mission in Chapter 4 of Dynasty Warriors: Origins. Check out how to complete the Battle of Baima and Yanjin, how to unlock the battle, as well as its walkthrough and rewards here.

Battle of Baima and Yanjin - Wei and Shu Guide

Battle of Baima and Yanjin Wei and Shu Guide

Victory Conditions: Defeat Yan Liang and Wen Chou

Whether you have chosen the Wei or Shu route, the objectives are the same. Defeat Yan Liang and, once he appears in the battlefield, defeat Wen Chou as well.

The only difference between the Wei and Shu route in this battle are the companions you can choose. For Wei, you can choose between Zhang Liao, Xiahou Dun, and Guo Jia. For Shu, you can only choose Guan Yu as a companion.

Defeat Condition: Cao Cao Flees

Prevent Cao Cao from fleeing the battlefield by watching his condition, assisting him in fights, and raising the team's Morale.

How to Rescue Officers

Battle of Baima and Yanjin - Wei and Shu Walkthrough

Battle of Baima and Yanjin Wei and Shu Walkthrough




Prevent Wang Xiu From Reaching Yan Liang

Dynasty Warriors Origins - Stop Wang Xiu

At the start of the battle, Wang Xiu will see your group's surprise attack and rush north to inform Yan Liang. If he manages to do so, it will increase the enemy's courage in Baima Castle. Defeat Wang Xiu as soon as possible to prevent this.

Capture the Southeast Base

As you go north, make sure to capture the southeast base on the way. Doing so will bring in reinforcements led by Zhong Yao, adding more soldiers to your forces.

How to Find Base Locations

Launch Ambush Towards Baima Castle

Dynasty Warriors Origins - Launch Ambush

An ambush will start once you reach the front of Baima Castle. Remember to approach the white circle to launch the ambush immediately. However, they can also do it by themselves after some time has passed.

Even if Yan Liang is in the area, focus on capturing Baima Castle first. This will give you the upper hand later in the battle, as more reinforcements will appear once Baima is secured.

How to Ambush

Defeat Brave Yuan Shao General

As you fight for Baima Castle, a Brave Yuan Shao General will launch a Fiery Fortress grand tactic. This makes the enemy launch flaming volleys at your forces. Defeat Brave Yuan Shao General in order to stop the volley.

Grand Tactics Guide

Defeat Yan Liang

Dynasty Warriors Origins - Defeat Yan Liang

After securing Baima, defeat Yan Liang and his large force. You may get the opportunity to enter a duel with him. Accept it to defeat him quicker and raise your force's Morale.

How to Win Duels

Defeat Mysterious Stranger

Dynasty Warriors Origins - Mysterious Stranger

The Mysterious Stranger, Bailuan, will appear into the battlefield once your allied forces capture a few of the bases to the west. He will head straight to attack Cao Cao. This will happen at the same time you are attempting to capture Baima or defeat Yan Liang.

Prioritize on securing Baima and defeating Yan Liang first before rushing to Bailuan. However, if Cao Cao ends up in a dire situation, assist him immediately.

How to Beat Bailuan

Defeat Wen Chou

Dynasty Warriors Origins - Defeat Wen Chou

After dealing with the Mysterious Stranger and securing Cao Cao, focus on overcoming Wen Chou and his large force. He will appear in the battlefield either after Yan Liang's defeat or when Cao Cao's forces reach the large force in Yanjin.

Wen Chou can command numerous grand tactics in this fight, such as Full Infantry Charge, Full Chariot Charge, and Suppressive Force. Make sure to stop them as soon as they appear. Guo Jia may also launch an Unstoppable Force grand tactic, so it's best to protect him throughout the fight as well.

You may also be offered the opportunity to duel with Wen Chou. Accept this to defeat him quicker and ensure the battle's victory.

How to Unlock Battle of Baima and Yanjin

Finish Battle of Xiapi in Wei Route

Dynasty Warriors Origin - Battle of Xiapi

In the Wei route, clear Battle of Xiapi in Chapter 4 to proceed and unlock Battle of Baima and Yanjin.

Best Faction: Who to Choose?

Finish Defense of Xiapi in Shu Route

Clear Defense of Xiapi in Chapter 4 to proceed and unlock Battle of Baima and Yanjin in the Shu route.

Chapter 4 Story Walkthrough

Battle of Baima and Yanjin Rewards

Weapon Proficiency

Dynasty Warriors Origins - Weapon Proficiency

Weapon Proficiency will be rewarded based on the weapon/s used in battle. Ranking up weapon proficiency raises Wanderer's level, and reaching certain levels will unlock new skill trees to spend skill points on.

Best Skills to Get First

Skill Points and Mount EXP

Dynasty Warriors Origins - Mount EXP

Skill points and Mount EXP are also awarded based on the number of enemies defeated and which Horse was used.

These rewards vary greatly depending on the Wanderer's performance during battle.

How to Get Skill Points Fast

Dynasty Warriors: Origins Related Guides

Dynasty Warriors Origins - Walkthrough

All Chapters, Missions, and Battles

All Mission Types

List of All Mission Types
Main Story Missions Optional Missions

All Chapter Walkthroughs

List of Chapter Guides
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3
Chapter 4 Chapter 5 -

All Main Story Missions

Chapter 1 Main Story Missions
1 Battle of Guangyang
2 Battle of Yingchuan
3 Battle of Wan Castle
4 Battle of Guangzong
5 Final Battle against the Yellow Turbans
Chapter 2 Main Story Missions
1 Suppression of You Province
2 Suppression of Liang Province
3 Suppression of Jing Province
4 Subjugation of the White Wave Bandits
5 Protection of Wang Yun
6 Rebellion of the Ten Attendants
7 Assassination of Dong Zhuo
8 Battle of Sishui Gate
9 Battle of Hulao Gate
Chapter 3 Main Story Missions
1 Suppression of Yan Province (Wei)
2 Battle of Jieqiao (Shu)
3 Assault on Nanyang (Wu)
4 Battle of Beihai (Shu)
5 Siege of Fan Castle (Wu)
6 Battle of Xiangyang (Wu)
7 Battle of Xu Province (Wei and Shu)
8 Battle of Xiaopei (Shu and Wu)
9 Battle of Puyang (Wei)
10 Rescue of Lu Bu (Shu)
11 Battle of Lujiang (Wu)
12 Battle of Yu Province (Wei)
13 Second Battle of Puyang (Wei)
14 Rescue of Emperor Xian (Wei)
15 Escape from Danyang (Wu)
Chapter 4 Main Story Missions
1 Xiapi Counterattack (Shu)
2 Escape from Wan Castle (Wei)
3 Subjugation of Yuan Shu (Shu and Wu)
4 Escape from Xiaopei (Wei and Shu)
5 Battle of Xiapi (Wei and Shu)
6 Defense of Xiapi (Shu)
7 Battle of Baima and Yanjin (Wei and Shu)
8 1,000-Li March of Guan Yu (Shu)
9 Battle of Niuzhu (Wu)
10 Battle of Shenting (Wu)
11 Conquest of Wu (Wu)
12 Battle of Mt. Xisai (Wu)
13 Suppression of Wu (Wu)
14 Assault on Xiapi (Wei)
15 Battle of Guandu (Wei)
Chapter 5 Main Story Missions
1 Battle of Runan (Shu)
2 Battle of Xinye (Wei)
3 Battle of Bowangpo (Wei and Shu)
4 Battle of Changban (Wei and Shu)
5 Battle of Chibi (Wei, Shu, and Wu)
6 Battle of Huarong Path (Wei and Shu)
7 Battle of Ye (Wei)
8 Battle of Mt. Bailang (Wei)
9 Subjugation of Lujiang (Wu)
10 Subjugation of Huang Zu (Wu)
11 Subjugation of Kuaiji (Wu)
12 Final Battle at Xiakou (Wu)
13 Battle of Sanjiangkou (Wu)

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