Mastering the Great Mountain Throw strategy against Lu Bu can turn a grueling battle into a calculated victory. Here’s a step-by-step guide to maximize your damage output and break through his defenses efficiently.
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Steps to Execute the Double Damage Combo
Prepare the Required Battle Arts
- Equip Great Mountain Throw (requires 8 Bravery) from the Crescent Blade category.
- Pair it with a secondary Battle Art like Power Shot or any quick-activation Art.
Build Enough Bravery
Accumulate sufficient Bravery to activate both Battle Arts in one sequence. Engage smaller enemies or parry Lu Bu’s attacks to charge it.
Timing the Combo
- Activate Great Mountain Throw. As soon as you hear the first impact sound, immediately trigger your secondary Battle Art (Power Shot works well due to its quick activation).
- The rapid chaining of these two Arts exploits a mechanic that essentially doubles the damage output from Great Mountain Throw.
Adapt for the Final Phase
In Lu Bu’s final phase, he becomes relentless and activates his Musou Rage. Save this combo for when his shields are up to quickly break through and avoid prolonged exposure to his devastating attacks.
Use Rage Strategically
Since this combo efficiently breaks Lu Bu’s shields, you can conserve your Rage for healing or emergency invincibility instead of using it offensively.
Tips for Success
- Positioning Matters: Stay close enough to trigger Great Mountain Throw effectively but be ready to dodge his wide-area attacks.
- Watch for Openings: Lu Bu’s attacks often leave brief windows where he’s vulnerable—capitalize on these moments.
- Avoid Stunlock: If you get caught in his combos, use invincibility frames from Rage or Musou attacks to escape.
The double damage trick relies on precise timing and chaining of Battle Arts. By activating a second Art immediately after Great Mountain Throw, you bypass its cooldown and amplify its impact. This tactic is particularly effective against bosses like Lu Bu, who rely on shield mechanics in their final phases.
This approach not only simplifies one of the most challenging fights in Dynasty Warriors: Origins but also showcases how strategic use of Battle Arts can turn the tide of battle in your favor.