How to Beat The Battle of Hulao Gate in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Conquer the Iconic Battle of Hulao Gate in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

The Battle of Hulao Gate, a legendary clash in Dynasty Warriors, presents a formidable challenge in Dynasty Warriors: Origins. This guide will help you successfully navigate this crucial stage of Chapter 2. The objective: defeat Dong Zhuo.

Initial Strategy:

Begin by clearing the four enemy bases in the map's bottom right corner. Conquering two triggers a cutscene introducing mounted cavalry. Continue eliminating bases; defeating Zhang Liao rewards you with a twin pike weapon. Once all bases are secured, assault Hulao Gate.

Facing Dong Zhuo's Forces:

The initial assault on the gate is chaotic. Prioritize protecting Cao Cao until he initiates his Grand Tactic, significantly weakening the defenses.

Lu Bu's Arrival:

Dong Zhuo deploys Lu Bu. Avoid direct confrontation. Lu Bu is overwhelmingly powerful. Instead, focus on eliminating nearby officers to maintain morale, which Lu Bu significantly drains. Lu Bu will eventually attack your main base (Yuan Shao). Resist the urge to pursue him; Liu Bei's forces will temporarily hold him off, giving you time to defeat Dong Zhuo. This creates a time limit – if Liu Bei's forces retreat, you must be close to defeating Dong Zhuo.

Defeating Dong Zhuo:

After Lu Bu's departure, resupply at a conquered base if needed. Capture the northern and western bases. With all three squads poised to attack, and your health replenished, charge towards Dong Zhuo.

Dong Zhuo will unleash Grand Tactics (fireball attacks). The first requires destroying two catapults. Use Musou Rage (if available) to break through enemy lines and eliminate soldiers/officers near the catapults. Your forces will then destroy them.

A second Grand Tactic follows; defeat a nearby officer to counter it. You'll encounter Diaochan, a formidable opponent. A duel (if possible) simplifies this encounter.

Once the Grand Tactic is thwarted, the path to Dong Zhuo is clear. His forces will be weakened, and a potential Grand Tactic from Dian Wei further simplifies the final battle. Defeat Dong Zhuo to complete the mission.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins is available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.