Guan Yu/Movesets

All the movesets for Guan Yu in the Warriors franchise.

Ground Moveset

 * undefined: Covers himself up for a moment, then a wide slash to the right with one hand.
 * ,undefined: A simple launching attack by back-swinging upward to the left. Launches foes a small distance upward rather than straight up if done on a juggled foe.
 * ,,undefined: Downward overhead chop that stuns foes.
 * ,,,undefined: A large turn-spinning slash which knocks back opponents.
 * ,,,: A broad slash to the right, left, then a stab, followed by a shoving backward slash to the left.


 * Series of wide-ranged spins, and a strong horizontal slash causing opponents to be knocked quite a distance back.


 * ,: Swipes his weapon to the right.


 * R1,: Shoots a normal arrow.
 * R1,undefined: Shoots a paralyzing bolt.
 * R1,: Unleashes a barrage of arrows.


 * L1,: Counterattack.

Ground Moveset
Remains the same with the following additions/changes:
 * ,,,,undefined: Launching scoop slashes the foe; tapping undefined again will follow up with a downward meteor slash.
 * ,,,,,undefined: A wide slash attack with the left hand holding the blade while slashing to the left. Has wave effects and long reach.
 * ,,,,,: A broad slash to the right, left, then a stab, followed by a backhanded low slash to the left, then a downward overhead chop. The final blow makes him turn and twirl slash single-handed to the right.


 * Dashing : Wide horizontal swing that slice the air 180° in front of him while he forces himself to a full stop.

Horse Moveset

 * undefined: Leans to each side and swipes his weapon.
 * ,,,,,: Three attacks to the right side, three to the left.

Ground Moveset
Removes power guards to replace with counterattacks. Remains the same with the following additions/changes:
 * undefined: A dash leaping baton-like swing with his blade, sending enemies into the air.
 * ,,undefined, (undefined,undefined,undefined): A repertoire of dazing slashes to the head with the blade that can now be extended with extra undefined. The last slash staggers.


 * ,undefined: Lands and plants his blade in the ground that causes a quake.


 * R3: Taunt. Quote: "Come forth!"


 * L1,undefined: Counters with his C4.

Horse Moveset

 * Repeating slashes to all sides until the Musou gauge empties.

Ground Moveset
Removes the bow moveset from previous games. Remains the same with the following additions/changes:
 * ,,undefined, (undefined,undefined,undefined): Same as before but the last slash can now launch juggled foes.
 * ,,,,undefined: Guan Yu twirls, then swings his moon blade upward with one hand, creating a small typhoon in front of him.
 * ,,,,,undefined: Same as his original C6, but now makes a small shockwave and the slash itself no longer has a hitbox.
 * ,,,,,,,,: After the overhead slash from x5, he ends the combo with the sequence of his C4 chain.
 * (True): He spins his moon blade with one hand above him, creating a huge whirlwind that launches his enemies.


 * ,undefined: Swings his moon blade to the left once, following and finishing it up with a forceful slash to the ground that causes a ground flashing quake.

Gains a new ability.
 * Warriors Orochi
 * R1: Leaps up and slams the ground creating a ripple, and ends up with an aura covering himself. Powers up Guan Yu for a short time. He utters "You shall fall!"

Ground Moveset

 * string (Renbu ∞): Diagonal alternating slices that gradually rise as he steps forward. Delivers three swings, an overhead chop, and a swing to his right. Ends the chain with six spinning strikes.
 * undefined string (Renbu ∞): Five wide left-and-right slashes. The last strike emits an energy shockwave.
 * undefined (held): A turning swing that cuts from the left, emitting an energy shockwave.
 * Series of swings that ends with him stepping forward while twirling his weapon around his shoulders twice. Poses with his hand outstretched in front of him as the shockwave clears away enemies.


 * ,: Downwards swipe.
 * ,undefined: Rises slightly upwards in the air and lands with his halberd cutting the ground. A narrow slice of energy travels forward from its bladed tip.
 * Dashing : Short swing with the butt end of his weapon.
 * Dashing undefined: Runs a few steps quicker to deliver a mighty swing to his left.


 * Grapple attack : A quick stab. If it connects, he drives his halberd's point forward with a few steps before he swings his weapon to knock them down.
 * Grapple attack undefined: Holds his halberd upright to point the blade forward and makes a downwards diagonal cut. If it connects, he quickly slaps the blade against his enemy's side and hurls them behind him.
 * Deadlock attack: Two slices to both sides of his opponent's torso before he slices their legs, knocking them off their feet.


 * Special attack: Swift Attack: immediately boosts Guan Yu's Renbu gauge up to the Infinite Renbu and grants higher attack and defense power. When used at low, red health, the effects of Swift Attack increase.

Horse Moveset

 * string: series of quick swings to the right. Number of strikes is determined by the Renbu gauge.
 * undefined: anticipated swing to the right
 * faster version of the string that ends with a undefined attack.

Dynasty Warriors 7
Guan Yu is affiliated with the pike in this appearance. When he is equipped with it, he can perform a unique attack exclusive to him. When he performs his musous, he will automatically use the weapon in his attacks.


 * EX Attack: undefined,undefined: Sends forth an air wave and is surrounded in a fiery aura, temporarily increasing his strength.
 * Heavenly Gale: : Sends forth a whirlwind.
 * Stormy Rage: R1 + : Does a powerful fiery slash around him.

Dynasty Warriors 7: Xtreme Legends
Guan Yu is affiliated with the crescent blade in this appearance. His EX Attack and musous remain unchanged in this installment.

He gains the following additions in Warriors Orochi 3.
 * Warriors Orochi


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 * R1: