Is there romance in Dynasty Warriors Origins?

Dynasty Warriors: Origins puts players in the role of a mysterious wanderer who, by chance or fate, ends up becoming a vital figure in the history of the Three Kingdoms.

However and as many can imagine, the focus on a self-insert protagonist also brought forward a question. After all, does his presence mean that, for the first time in the main series, will players be able to romance fan favorites such as Zhao Yu, Cao Cao, and Diaochan? Here’s whether or not you can romance characters in Dynasty Warriors: Origins.

Can you romance characters in Dynasty Warriors Origins?

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Although the game’s main story does feature romance, it is not possible to romance characters in Dynasty Warriors: Origins. The reason for that is quite simple: even if the protagonist’s presence adds a completely new element to the tale, the game does its best to stay true to the dynamics featured in the source material.

But the lack of a true-to-form romancing system does not mean you cannot create lifelong connections with your favorites, as Origins allows you to earn their favor and unlock exclusive scenes by increasing their Bond Levels. You can check out how the system works, as well as how to unlock it below.

Dynasty Warriors Origins bond system, explained

Way more simple when compared to the Social Link/Confidant and Support systems featured in the Persona and Fire Emblem franchises, respectively, the Bond system allows Dynasty Warriors Origins players to increase their affinity with a myriad of characters by completing training tasks and requests. Selecting the right dialogue options during both the bond cutscenes and the game’s main story will also allow you to raise your affinity with set characters.

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Keep in mind that all bond-related tasks and events not part of the game’s main storyline will be accessible by talking to characters while on the world map, so make sure to pay close attention and make constant use of the Eyes of the Sacred Bird. You can also check out a list of all bond-related events available for you at Shui Jing Retreat.

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How to check your bond level in Dynasty Warriors Origins

It is not possible to monitor your bond levels in Dynasty Warriors Origins, with the closest option being the ability to see the requirements for each character’s bond events/scenes. While you will be able to trigger the events and take on training requests while in the game’s first chapter, you will only unlock the ability to check out the levels required after meeting Yanhua at the second one. Playing at Hero and taking on as many skirmishes and side quests as possible, it took me around 7 hours to meet him.

Once the doctor joins you, you can check how many bond events any already met character has, as well as rewatch any previously unlocked scene by heading to Records and then selecting Bond while at an Inn or Tent. You can also do so while at Shui Jing Retreat.

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Now that you know everything about the game’s approach to romance, don’t forget to also take a look at our Dynasty Warriors: Origins Weapons Tier List.

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