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Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Podao

Master the Podao in Dynasty Warriors: Origins with our guide on combos, battle arts, and weapon attributes. Learn the Fierce Focus combo.

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Master the Podao in Dynasty Warriors: Origins with our guide on combos, battle arts, and weapon attributes. Learn the Fierce Focus combo.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Master the core combo: Nx1 (if not parry or counter) -> Evade + Strong to launch or Tempest Dance (optional) -> Fierce Focus (FF).
  2. 2
    After FF's animation, wait 0.5 seconds, hold Strong and press Evade. As the charge attack hits, cancel it with FF and repeat. This is combo 1a.
  3. 3
    Alternatively, as soon as you activate FF, evade (canceling the animation), hold Strong -> Evade. This is combo 1b.
  4. 4
    Combo 1b is faster and deals more damage if performed quickly, especially against downed enemies where distance is needed for the charge attack.
  5. 5
    After an enemy is downed with 0 Fortitude, use Sea of Flames (x1/x2 if enough bravery), then combo 1b.
  6. 6
    Follow up with Sea of Flames even after the enemy has recovered for more Fortitude damage.
Tips
  • Combo 1b is faster and deals more damage if you can press buttons quickly.
  • Combo 1a is more reliable if you cannot perform 1b fast enough.
  • Use Sea of Flames after downed enemies for additional Fortitude damage.

Most Useful Battle Arts:

  • Sp. Sea of Flames: An off-hand AoE (Area of Effect) Battle Art that damages enemies in a line on its own, allowing you to attack simultaneously. It has low cost and deals decent Fortitude damage, and can be used as a counter.
  • Fierce Focus (FF): The core Battle Art for the Podao, shortening charge time. Combined with the rank 6 skill "Additional special attack," it enables the FF -> Strong (hold) -> Evade combo for high damage.
  • Tempest Dance (universal): Launches enemies and deals more Fortitude damage.
  • Sp. Ice Luan (universal): Fast and does not require charging, useful for quick Fortitude damage.

Final Setup Recommendation:

  • Fierce Focus (FF)
  • Sp. Sea of Flames (SoF)
  • Tempest Dance/Power Shot
  • Ardent Aura Slash/Sp. Ice Luan

Weapon Attributes:

  • -33% charge time (must-have)
  • +10% damage
  • -5% defense
  • +10% officer damage
  • +15% charge attack damage
  • +Increase Parry window (personal choice)
  • +10% Bravery gain

Accessories:

  • Disc of Huanglong (required)
  • Chimera Shell (safest option)

Rank 8 Weapon: Soaring Luan

Location: Battle Of Bowangpo (Chapter 5, Liu Bei)

Objective: Defeat both Li Dian and Yu Jin in the Battle of Bowangpo Main Battle.

Note: This weapon is not a high priority. The task requires charging into a large army with a strict timer.

Ultimate Challenge Battle Art: Immortal Blade

Location: Chapter 4: Battle of Baima & Yanjin (Wei Side)

Objective: Provide aid to Baima Castle within 15 minutes.

Note: This Battle Art is not very useful.

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