Part 24

Uncover the secrets of Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Part 24. Learn about Diao Chan, Dong Zhuo, and Yuan Shao, including their unlock conditions, fourth weapons, and advanced strategies.

Diao Chan

History: A songstress unequaled in beauty, raised by Wang Yun. She gets close to Dong Zhuo and Lu Bu to tear their relationship apart, leading to Lu Bu killing Dong Zhuo.

Unlocking: Defeat Diao Chan at the Hu Lao Gate stage (Musou or Free mode).

Description: A beautiful woman in a white and pink outfit, wielding two maraca-like weapons.

Fourth Weapon: Gold Globe. Obtainable in the Hu Lao Gate stage on Dong Zhuo's side. Kill Yuan Shu, then retrieve the special item that appears on the left side of Fan Shui Gate. Finish the stage.

Attacks:

• Attack 1: Quick spinning strike, short range, good for clearing nearby enemies.
• Attack 2: Quick jumping strike, standard juggling move.
• Attack 3: Jumping spin strike that dizzies enemies, poor range.
• Attack 4: Mace strike followed by a spin kick, decent for clearing enemies directly in front.
• Attack 5: Powerful upward strike, standard high juggling move.
• Attack 6: Shoots two discs at angles, tremendous range, effective for clearing many enemies.
• Musou Attack: Rapid fire jumping strikes, not very damaging but useful for crowd clearing or escape.
• Running Attack: Cartwheel kick, good range and speed, dizzies on hit.

Overall Assessment: Diao Chan is fast but lacks range and power. Her sixth attack and fourth weapon provide significant advantages, but she remains vulnerable. Her fourth weapon greatly boosts Musou charge, allowing frequent Musou attacks.

Advanced Strategies: Employ a hit-and-run tactic. Use jumping attacks, SSST, and Musou attacks. Utilize knockdowns to deal with generals and compensate for her lack of power. Use jumps to escape after attacks.

Dong Zhuo

History: Governor of Xi Liang who seized control of the government in Luo Yang by adopting Lu Bu. His tyrannical reign ended with his death at the hands of Lu Bu.

Unlocking: Defeat both Lu Bu and Diao Chan at the Hu Lao Gate stage (Musou or Free mode).

Description: A large man in a purple outfit, wielding a sword. Disliked by many.

Fourth Weapon: Obtainable in the Hu Lao Gate stage on Dong Zhuo's side. Wait until only Diao Chan and Lu Bu remain. Diao Chan will defect; kill her. The special item appears by the entry point west of the map. Grab it and finish the stage.

Attacks:

• Attack 1: Basic frontal swipe, useful for clearing enemies directly in front, limited range.
• Attack 2: Short jumping strike, standard juggling attack.
• Attack 3: Shoulder butt that dizzies enemies, very poor range but effective on grouped foes.
• Attack 4: Powerful thrust that knocks enemies back, effective only on enemies directly in front.
• Attack 5: Powerful upward slash, standard high juggling move.
• Attack 6: Shoots a beam of energy directly in front, great range, useful on single enemies.
• Musou Attack: Series of broad sword strikes followed by a belly flop, decent damage, best used for escaping large groups.
• Running Attack: Sweeping slash attack, good range, knocks back enemies.

Overall Assessment: Dong Zhuo is not a top-tier character, but his decent power and single-target damage are notable. His crowd control is poor, often requiring his Musou attack for large groups.

Advanced Strategies: Dong Zhuo plays similarly to other ruler characters but lacks speed. His moves offer limited crowd control, so rely on his Musou attack for groups. His basic playstyle is standard for ruler characters.

Yuan Shao

History: Leader of the Allied forces against Dong Zhuo. After Dong Zhuo's death, he fought Cao Cao but was ultimately defeated at the Battle of Guan Du due to internal strife and supply issues.

Unlocking: Guan Du stage, Wei scenario. Defeat Yan Liang and Wen Chou (Musou or Free mode).

Description: Wears gold armor and a tall helmet, carries a sword, and has an umbrella-like accessory on his head.

Fourth Weapon: Guan Du stage, Yuan Shao's side. Keep Wen Chou alive for 10 minutes. A supply team will appear.