Reward Yourself: Uncovering Hidden Value in Dynasty Warriors: Origins Old Coins

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Exploring Dynasty Warriors: Origins' overworld offers valuable rewards for future battles. While Pyroxene farming yields gems, you'll also discover Old Coins, whose purpose isn't immediately apparent.

Numerous Old Coins (hundreds in total) are obtainable through various methods. Here's a breakdown of their uses and acquisition strategies.

What To Use Old Coins For In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Initially, Old Coins are unusable. Focus on the main story until Chapter 2. After completing these main story battles:

• Suppression of You Province
• Suppression of Jing Province
• Suppression of Liang Province

You'll return to Ji and encounter Sima Hui. Following the conversation and obtaining incense for the Innkeeper, the Shui Jing Retreat (near Ji) becomes accessible. Here, you can exchange Old Coins with Sima Hui. Besides reviewing bonds and interactions, you'll receive rewards based on accumulated Old Coins. Redeem them at milestones for optimal rewards.

Required Old Coins Reward 5 1000 Gold 10 Ravenous Spirit Amulet 20 10 Pyroxene 40 10,000 Gold 70 20 Pyroxene 100 Amulet of Fortune 140 30,000 Gold 180 Amulet of Merit 230 50 Pyroxene 280 Amulet of Means 350 100 Pyroxene 400 Musou Bond 450 Panacea 500 War God's Sash

How To Get Old Coins In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

With 500 Old Coins available, avoid early farming. Unlock more efficient methods as you progress. These include:

• Overworld exploration.
• Companion and officer Bond Interactions.
• Inn letters after story events.
• Regional Peace rewards at Waypoints.

Note that the Old Coin overworld icon is small and only visible up close, unlike Pyroxene. Focus on gameplay; the coins will accumulate naturally. The rewards offer varying utility.