Embarking on your epic journey in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*, you'll quickly discover the pivotal role that Gems play in dominating the battlefield. These powerful items can be crafted in-game, and here's a detailed guide on how to do it and what they can do for you.
How To Craft Gems in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Gems are essential equipable items that you can craft, but unlocking this feature requires a few initial steps. Once you join Liu Bei’s Volunteer Army in Chapter 1, make your way to an Inn. There, you'll receive a letter from Zhang Fei, introducing you to Gems and a crucial raw material called Pyroxene.
Pyroxene, the key ingredient for crafting Gems, appears as large, jewel-like formations scattered across the overworld. These spawn randomly, so keep your eyes peeled as you traverse the world en route to your next battle. Additionally, you can acquire Pyroxene by completing sidequests, amassing enough Old Coins, and reading letters at the Inn. Before you know it, you'll have a solid stockpile of this valuable resource.
Once you've gathered some Pyroxene, head back to an Inn to start crafting your Gems. The crafting process is randomized; you'll choose a number of Pyroxene to use, and the game will transform them into one of several types of Gems. Whether you use one piece or ten, the outcome remains unpredictable. However, there's a clue to help you: if you see a white glowing aura around a Gem type in the crafting menu, only Gems of that type will be crafted during that session.
Gems in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* can also level up as you continue to craft the same type. The more you refine Pyroxene into a specific Gem, the stronger its effects become. These effects are primarily buffs, and since you can only equip one Gem at a time initially, choosing the right one for your battle strategy is crucial. For instance, the Wellspring Gem heals a set amount of health for every 100 enemy soldiers you defeat, making it ideal for large-scale battles. Conversely, the Ascendence Gem increases your chance of automatically blocking officer attacks, which is more beneficial in one-on-one duels against officers and generals. While the buffs may seem modest at first, over time, they can significantly impact your success on the battlefield.
And that's the complete guide on how to craft and utilize Gems in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*.
*Dynasty Warriors: Origins* is now available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
