Ma Chao/Movesets

Movesets

Ma Chao is affiliated with the trident in this title.

Fighting Style

Keys:

Normal Attack •

Charge Attack •

Musou •

Jump/Mount

Main Attacks: Charge Attack 1: : Does a full degree spin slash while remaining in a fixed position. Breaks the guard of nearby opponents.; Charge Attack 2: : Performs a rising swing to the right that lifts foes to the air.; Charge Attack 3: : Slams foes in front with an overhead strike, dizzying them in the process.; Charge Attack 4: : Knocks enemies in front away with a short but powerful thrust. Inflicts lightning elemental damage if Ma Chao is equipped with his fifth weapon in Xtreme Legends.; Charge Attack 5: : Launches enemies high up in the air via upward backhanded swipe. Tapping again has Ma Chao follow up the attack with a left-handed downward swipe.; Charge Attack 6: : Does a rotating swing that releases streams of energy waves in a circle. Inflicts fire elemental damage if Ma Chao is equipped with his fourth weapon.; Normal Attack 1: : Does a quick swing to the upper right, a blunt jab while positioned to the rear, an angled spin slash, and a two-handed diagonal swipe that knocks targets a short distance away.; Normal Attack 2: : Similar to the first normal attack string, but turns the two-handed diagonal swipe into a horizontal slash to the right chained to an overhead swing.; Normal Attack 3: : Similar to the second normal attack string, but adds a wide sweeping slash to the upper left.

Musou Attacks: Musou Attack: : Ma Chao rapidly twirls his spear from one hand to the other multiple times while stepping forward, ending the assault with a circular pole kick followed by a rotating slash that sends out short streams of energy in its wake.; True Musou Attack: Low Health + : Similar to the normal Musou animation, but adds a diagonal swing and a wide horizontal slash to serve as the interlude for the actual finisher.

Auxiliary Attacks: Dash Attack: Dashing + : Twirls spear forward while sliding briefly.; Jump Attack: : Does a vertical spin slash while positioned sideways in mid-air.; Power Guard: L1 + : Pushes an attacking enemy back to create some distance from them.

Horse Attacks: Horse Charge Attack: : Does a charged up swing from right to left. Can be performed while in the middle of doing the normal horse attack string.; Horse Normal Attack: : Swings to the right and left multiple times while on horseback.; Horse Musou Attack: : Unleashes numerous alternating swings while riding.

Bow Attacks: Normal Shot: Hold R1 + : Shoots a normal arrow.; Charge Shot: Hold R1 + : Fires a charged shot that dazes the target.; Musou Shot: Hold R1 + : Unleashes a Musou-powered arrow that knocks enemies down. Can fire multiple shots rapidly so long as the user has enough Musou.

Fighting Style

Keys:

Normal Attack •

Charge Attack •

Musou •

Jump/Mount

Main Attacks: Charge Attack 1: : Launches foes to the air with a spinning pole kick done counterclockwise.; Charge Attack 2: : Performs a rising swing to the right that lifts foes to the air.; Charge Attack 3: : Delivers a series of quick frontal thrusts, then leaves foes staggered with a round rightward swipe. Tap repeatedly for additional hits.; Charge Attack 4: : Knocks enemies in front away with a short but powerful thrust.; Charge Attack 5: : Launches enemies high up in the air via upward backhanded swipe. Tapping again has Ma Chao follow up the attack with a left-handed downward swipe.; Charge Attack 6: : Does a rotating swing that releases a radial shockwave.; Normal Attack 1: : Does a quick swing to the upper right, a blunt jab while positioned to the rear, an angled spin slash, and a two-handed diagonal swipe that knocks targets a short distance away.; Normal Attack 2: : Similar to the first normal attack string, but turns the two-handed diagonal swipe into a horizontal slash to the right chained to an overhead swing.; Normal Attack 3: : Similar to the second normal attack string, but adds a wide sweeping slash to the upper left.

Musou Attacks: Musou Attack: : Ma Chao rapidly twirls his spear from one hand to the other multiple times while stepping forward, ending the assault with a circular pole kick followed by a rotating slash.; True Musou Attack: Low Health + : Similar to the normal Musou animation, but adds a diagonal swing and a wide horizontal slash to serve as the interlude for the actual finisher.

Auxiliary Attacks: Dash Attack: Dashing + : Twirls spear forward while sliding briefly.; Jump Attack: : Does a vertical spin slash while positioned sideways in mid-air.; Jump Charge: : Flips in mid-air and stabs the ground to produce a tremor to knock foes off-balance.; Parry: L1 + : Instantly performs the fourth charge attack to counter incoming blows.; Announcement: R3: Generates wisps of light while twirling spear and posing on one leg. Staggers nearby enemies while breaking through their guard instantly. Aura may change color in Free Mode to match the user's chosen side.

Horse Attacks: Horse Charge Attack: : Produces a radial shockwave by twirling spear in an overhead manner. The beta version had Ma Chao releasing a tornado instead. Can be performed while in the middle of doing the normal horse attack string.; Horse Normal Attack: : Swings to the right repeatedly while riding.; Horse Musou Attack: : Inflicts continuous quick swings to the right, then ends the assault with a radial shockwave released via overhead twirl. The finisher was originally a tornado effect in the beta version of the game.

Bow Attacks: Normal Shot: Hold R1 + : Shoots a normal arrow.; Charge Shot: Hold R1 + : Fires a charged shot that dazes the target.; Musou Shot: Hold R1 + : Unleashes a Musou-powered arrow that knocks enemies down. Can fire multiple shots rapidly so long as the user has enough Musou.

Dynasty Warriors 4: Empires

Ma Chao gains an additional skill in this title.

Weapon Type: Spear

Skill - Charge: Strengthens personal troops to attack the enemy main camp.

Dynasty Warriors (PSP)

Ma Chao gains additional abilities and traits in this title.

Ability - Ranger: Prevents morale and life from dropping when crossing mountains.

Boost - Electric Attack +: Imbues the player's charge attacks with a stronger lightning element.

Skill - Roar +: Reduces the enemy's morale by 2 gauges.

Samurai Warriors: State of War

Ma Chao gains an additional skill in this title.

Sub-Officer Skill - Persian: Starts missions mounted on a Persian horse. Only applies to outdoor missions.

Musou Attack:

: The animations are the same as in Dynasty Warriors 4, though it cannot be stopped until the player's Musou gauge is fully depleted. Similar to the Musou attacks employed by the Samurai Warriors cast, a shockwave burst is added at the end of the finisher.

Roll: R: Rolls on the ground to evade enemy attacks.

Fighting Style

When controlled by the AI, Ma Chao's charge attacks will be imbued with the lightning element by default.

Keys:

Normal Attack •

Charge Attack •

Musou •

Jump/Mount

Base Game

Main Attacks: Charge Attack 1: : Knocks enemies away with a spinning pole kick done counterclockwise. Cannot activate elemental effects provided by orbs.; Charge Attack 2: : Performs a rising swing to the right that lifts foes to the air. Cannot activate elemental effects provided by orbs.; Charge Attack 3: : Delivers a series of quick frontal thrusts, then leaves foes staggered with a round rightward swipe.; Charge Attack 4: : Knocks enemies in front away with a short but powerful thrust.; Charge Attack 5: : Twirls spear in a lifting manner to produce a launching tornado.; Charge Attack 6: : Does a rotating swing that releases a radial shockwave. Unlike in the last game, this attack's hitbox is only limited to the shockwave itself rather than including the swing that generates it.; Normal Attack 1: : Does a quick swing to the upper right, a blunt jab while positioned to the rear, an angled spin slash, and a two-handed diagonal swipe that knocks targets a short distance away.; Normal Attack 2: : Similar to the first normal attack string, but turns the two-handed diagonal swipe into a horizontal slash to the right chained to an overhead swing.; Normal Attack 3: : Similar to the second normal attack string, but adds a wide sweeping slash to the upper left.; Evolution Attack: : Extends the normal attack string by cycling back to the third hit sequence.

Musou Attacks: Musou Attack: : Ma Chao rapidly twirls his spear from one hand to the other multiple times while stepping forward, ending the assault with a circular pole kick followed by a rotating slash.; True Musou Attack: Low Health + : Similar to the normal Musou animation, but finishes the assault with a sweeping strike upon landing and an ascending twirl done upside-down while surrounded by a massive updraft of wind covering the area.

Auxiliary Attacks: Dash Attack: Dashing + : Twirls spear forward while sliding briefly.; Jump Attack: : Does a vertical spin slash while positioned sideways in mid-air.; Jump Charge: : Propels forward in the air with barreling spin done counterclockwise while holding spear outward.; Parry: L1 + : Does a quick leftward swing to counter incoming blows from enemies.

Horse Attacks: Horse Charge Attack: : Produces a radial shockwave by twirling spear in an overhead manner. Compared to the last game, this move's range has been reduced and no longer staggers foes upon contact. Can be performed while in the middle of doing the normal horse attack string.; Horse Normal Attack: : Swings to the right repeatedly while riding.; Horse Musou Attack: : Inflicts continuous quick swings to the right, then ends the assault with a radial shockwave released via overhead twirl.

Bow Attacks: Normal Shot: Hold R1 + : Shoots a normal arrow.; Charge Shot: Hold R1 + : Fires a charged shot that dazes the target.; Musou Shot: Hold R1 + : Unleashes a Musou-powered arrow that knocks enemies down. Can fire multiple shots rapidly so long as the user has enough Musou.

Dynasty Warriors 5: Xtreme Legends

Xtreme Mode Skills: Special Ability 1 - Axe Power-Up: Doubles party's attack power for 30 seconds. Occurs randomly.; Special Ability 2 - Revolt: Stages a revolt against the party. Occurs if the defecting character is thoroughly dissatisfied with the player's actions.

Destiny Mode Skills: Favored Action: Defeating Officers; Taught Skill Type: Mount

Dynasty Warriors 5: Empires

Ma Chao gains additional abilities and traits in this title.

Weapon Type: Spear

Skill - Speed: Moves towards a target destination more efficiently.

Proposed Policy 1 - Train: Trains an officer to raise their experience by a random amount.

Proposed Policy 2 - Force March: Increases all allied units' speed for 2 minutes. Can cancel out the effects of Slow March.

Dynasty Warriors: Online

Although Ma Chao's moveset is available for player avatars to make use of, the actual character can be temporarily controlled by using their corresponding spirit item.

Domestic Bonus: +10 to Technology

Battle Bonus: +15 to Life

Dynasty Warriors Vol. 2

Ma Chao gains additional abilities and traits in this title.

Ability - Critical: Raises damage output against enemy officers for 30 seconds.

Support Skill 1 - Drive: Raises attack power if morale is high at start of battle.

Support Skill 2 - Scramble: Raises the party's movement speed for 30 seconds at the start of battle.

Team Combination: Xi Gentlemen (西涼の士); Required Characters: Ma Chao, Pang De; Bonus: +28 Attack, +28 Defense

Dynasty Warriors DS: Fighter's Battle

Obstacle Effects: Obstacle Effect 1 - Stone Barrage: Drops three boulders on the enemy troops throughout the battlefield.; Obstacle Effect 2 - Great Earthquake: Causes the ground to shake, greatly damaging all enemies onscreen. Only available to rare card version.

Main Attacks: Normal Attack: Lands a frontal stab to knock targets down momentarily.; Strong Attack: Splits into four clones that collectively charge up power while twirling spear overhead to perform a dashing thrust.

Warriors Orochi

Modified Attacks: Charge Attack 1: : Functions similarly to its base game incarnation, but can inflict elemental damage. The sequel removes that trait entirely, though it can be replicated by wielding a weapon with the Almighty skill.; Charge Attack 6: : Functions similarly to its base game incarnation, but can no longer inflict elemental damage. This has been rectified in the sequel.; Horse Charge Attack: : Functions similarly to its base game incarnation, but can be performed while moving.

New Attacks: Special Attack: R1: Jumps into the air and hurls spear down on the ground, then charges forward upon landing to do a slide kick upon getting the weapon back. Consumes 50 Musou points. Warriors Orochi 2 makes the move easier to perform and has lightning erupt from the spear as it lands.; Hyper Armor: Prevents enemies from interrupting combos with normal attacks.

Team Abilities: Ability 1 - Potence: Increases the team's attack.; Ability 2 - Impulse: Increases the team's speed.; Ability 3 - Cavalier: Increases the team's attack and defense while mounted.; Ability 4 - Power: Increases attack of Power-type characters.

Warriors Orochi 2

Team Attacks: Assist Attack: Counter + L1 + or : Ma Chao performs his sixth charge attack to assist a teammate. Consumes a portion of Musou.; Triple Attack 1: Low Health + L2 + R2 + : Sends out a fierce air gust while thrusting weapon forward.; Triple Attack 2: Low Health + L2 + R2 + : Causes strong winds to rise from above by spinning weapon in an upward fashion.; Triple Attack 3: Low Health + L2 + R2 + : Stomps the ground to produce a pillar of wind surrounding the user.; Triple Attack Finisher: Ma Chao does a frontal strike followed by multiple quick jabs and a rising swipe. He then ends his part of the combo with a turning overhead smash while hopping to the air. As the whole team finishes up, a bright pillar of light generates at the intersection of their attack range and engulfs the surrounding area. Enemies caught by the blast sustain massive damage while being flung to the air and set on fire.; Strategy - Face Off: Reduces overall damage inflicted upon all allied forces.

Fighting Style

When controlled by the AI in Dynasty Warriors 5, most of Ma Chao's charge attacks will be imbued with the light element by default.

Keys:

Normal Attack •

Charge Attack •

Musou •

Jump/Mount

Base Game

Ma Chao is affiliated with the spear in this title. Despite sharing the same moveset with other characters, some of his attacks have different traits or effects.

Standard Attacks: Renbu String Infinite: Similar to the third Renbu string, though Ma Chao's thrust sends out a linear shockwave traveling forward.; Jump Charge: : Hovers in the air with spear lifted up, then smashes it on the ground to produce a minor tremor that burns foes.

Special Attacks: Musou Attack: : Does an empowered version of the first to third Renbu string repeatedly with the chain's lone thrust releasing a small energy projectile each time. The finisher is comprised of a side twirl, a frontal thrust releasing a medium projectile forward, and a fire elemental tremor produced via low stab.; True Musou Attack: Low Health + : Similar to the regular Musou attack, but adds the fire attribute to each hit.; Special Move - True Speed: L2: Allows the user to continuously perform running attacks while receiving a slight boost in attack power and hit speed. Also increases speed of horse if activated while riding. Ma Chao runs forward while leaning his upper body forward and holding his spear in a defensive position as the special move is in effect.; True Speed Attack: True Speed + : Performs a faster version of the spear moveset's dash attack without sacrificing too much momentum.; True Speed Charge: True Speed + : Performs a faster version of the spear moveset's dash charge while imbuing it with fire properties.

Officer Skills: Ice Resist: Nullifies ice elemental attacks.; Thunder Resist: Nullifies lightning elemental attacks.; Recovery: Improves the effect of recovery items.; Spirit: Increases the amount of Musou gained.; Horsemanship: Increases overall abilities of current horse.; Bonus Special: Receives one tome for defeating 300 enemies each time.; Pouch: Allows character to carry up to 2 tomes while making them appear more frequently.

Tome Skills: Stamina: Increases the duration of special move.; Battlecry: Stuns nearby enemies upon activating special move.; Rush: Inflicts heavy damage on weak enemies by simply touching them during True Speed.; Power Rush: Defeats weak enemies instantly by simply touching them during True Speed.

Dynasty Warriors 6: Special

Main Attacks: Renbu String 1: Does a round swing to the left, a diagonal strike to the lower right, and a slowed spin slash that quickly transitions into an ascending slice.; Renbu String 2: Similar to the first Renbu string, but adds two upward swings done back and forth followed by a broad slash to the right.; Renbu String 3: Similar to the second Renbu string, but includes a spin slash with blade held at a low angle, a low crouching swipe, an ascending strike done while hopping slightly, and a diagonal cut to the lower right.; Renbu String Infinite: Similar to the third Renbu string, but adds a series of slashes going up and down repeatedly in a zigzagging motion with the lower slashes being more circular.; Renbu String 1: Twirls blade momentarily before launching a frontal stab and an uppercut slash.; Renbu String 2: Similar to the first Renbu string, but includes a fierce diagonal swipe to the lower left.; Renbu String 3: Similar to the second Renbu string, but adds a spiraling slash with the center sending out a funnel of wind forward.; Renbu String Infinite: Similar to the third Renbu string, but unleashes an impacting energy burst that clears away surrounding foes.; Charge Attack: Holding : Twirls blade around before delivering a hefty circular slash. Can innately inflict fire damage once Ma Chao's Renbu level reaches 3 and sends out a fiery energy wave forward upon gaining infinite rank.

Musou Attacks: Musou Attack: : Does an empowered version of the first to third Renbu string repeatedly, then ends the attack by triggering a fiery eruption followed by several round twirls to both sides and a sudden energy burst radiating from Ma Chao.; True Musou Attack: Low Health + : Similar to the regular Musou attack, but adds the fire attribute to each hit.

Auxiliary Attacks: Dash Attack: Dashing + : Does a quick swing to the lower left.; Dash Charge: Dashing + : Performs a diagonal spin slash while hopping, then releases a slanted energy wave forward.; Jump Attack: : Does a circular swing headed to the left while in mid-air.; Jump Charge: : Slams blade on the ground hard, creating a fiery tremor that sets foes on fire.; Evasion: R1: Uses blade to pole vault forward and evade enemy attacks.

Special Attacks: Special Move - True Speed: L2: Allows the user to continuously perform running attacks while receiving a slight boost in attack power and hit speed. Also increases speed of horse if activated while riding. Ma Chao runs forward while leaning his upper body forward and dragging his blade to the right while the special move is in effect.; True Speed Attack: True Speed + : Launches two quick diagonal swings with the last one done while spin hopping.; True Speed Charge: True Speed + : Slams the ground to trigger a fiery burst.

Grapple Attacks: Grapple Attack: L1 + : Does a simple spin slash. Upon connecting with an enemy, Ma Chao will cause the target to spin against their will before being slammed to the ground by an overhead strike.; Grapple Charge: L1 + : Does an upward swing. If it successfully connects, Ma Chao will latch unto the opponent with his blade and drag them with him while running forth. He then stops to unlesh an energy wave forward while flinging his victim at the same time.; Counter Attack: Counter + L1 + : Does an upward strike to flick away attacking foes.; Counter Charge: Counter + L1 + : Performs a diagonal spin slash to repel enemies.; Deadlock Attack: Deadlock + : Upon winning a deadlock, Ma Chao plants his blade unto the opponent's shoulder before twisting his torso to perform a crouching spin slash. The spin slash itself also releases an energy wave fired at leg level, allowing it to unbalance nearby foes as well.

Horse Attacks: Horse Charge Attack: : Launches a circular swipe to the right side. Can be performed while in the middle of doing the normal horse attack string.; Horse Normal Attack: : Swings blade to the right repeatedly while on horseback. The number of hits can be increased by filling up the Renbu gauge.; Horse Musou Attack: : Unleashes a series of strong swings towards the right, then does a circular swipe that produces a fiery explosion to burn nearby foes.

Dynasty Warriors 6: Empires

Ma Chao gains additional abilities and traits in this title.

Special Move - Brace: Temporarily avoids being stunned by most enemy attacks.

Additional Move - True Speed: Serves the same function like in the base game and its expansion.

Officer Card - Rush of Ma Chao (錦馬超の猛攻; lit. "Splendid Ma Chao's Onslaught"): Increases player's attack when invading, though a nearby enemy will automatically attack as a result.

Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce

Ma Chao is affiliated with the great sword in this title.

Skills: Fury Awakening Aura: Ma Chao radiates green swirling winds while undergoing his fury transformation. Can be imbued with additional effects via certain chi skills.; Type Skill - Channel: Increases amount of fury points gained from performing charge attacks. Only available in Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce.; Support Skill - Health Recovery: Restores an ally's health by a moderate amount. Only available in Shin Sangoku Musou Multi Raid 2.; Team Ability - Luck: Increases the spawning rate of items dropped by defeated enemies. Only available in Shin Sangoku Musou Multi Raid 2.; Card: Officer Type, Yang Element, +22 (+17 in Multi Raid 2) to Exchange

Enemy-Only Attacks: Shockwave Attack: Unleashes a small radial shockwave to repel nearby foes while providing additional breathing room for incoming attacks. Only used in Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce.

Card Combination: Shu Han's Five Tigers (蜀漢の五虎); Required Characters: Zhao Yun, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Ma Chao, Huang Zhong; Bonus: +99 to Blacksmith (Workshop in Multi Raid 2)

Fighting Style

When controlled by the AI in Strikeforce, Ma Chao's attacks will be imbued with the earth element by default.

Keys:

Normal Attack •

Charge Attack •

Musou •

Jump/Mount

Base Game

Ma Chao is affiliated with the spear in this title. When equipped with it, Ma Chao can perform the following unique attacks listed below.

EX Attack:

: Charges forward with a delayed drilling dive kick while enshrouded within a green burst of energy.

Musou Attack - Thunderslice (轟雷斬; lit. "Roaring Thunder Slash"):

: Does a quick rushing slash, then strikes the ground with spear to summon a green lightning bolt on impact, knocking nearby enemies upward.

Alternate Musou Attack - Spiral Pierce (無影螺旋脚; lit. "Void Shadow Spiral Spinning Kick"): R1 +

: Ma Chao spins once to slash those around him, then summons three clones of himself to target a single opponent. He and his clones leverage themselves onto their spears to kick their target, ending with them converging into one as they deliver the final strike while kneeling on one leg.

Notable Skills

Power Up ++: Increases power by a large amount.
Attack Range Up: Increases attack range.
Horsemanship: Keeps user from being knocked off of horses less often.

Dynasty Warriors 7: Xtreme Legends

Titles: Lieutenant General (偏将軍) - Slightly increases Legend Mode rewards.; Field General (安国将軍) - Marginally increases damage inflicted on enemies when using power-type weapons.; River General (横江将軍) - Marginally increases attack and defense against officers when using speed-type weapons.; Campaign General (討逆将軍) - Marginally absorbs health from enemies when damaging them using speed-type weapons.; Front General (前将軍) - Moderately increases defense against projectile and shockwave attacks when using power-type weapons.; General Who Conquers the West (征西将軍) - Significantly increases damage inflicted on enemies when using power-type weapons.; Cavalier General (驃騎将軍) - Moderately increases damage inflicted on enemies when using power-type weapons.; Tiger General (五虎大将軍) - Moderately increases attack and defense against officers when using EX weapons.

Dynasty Warriors 7: Empires

Officer Skills

Fame Type: Brave
Subordinate Special Command 1 - Search: Searches for a capable free officer and invites them to join. Increases brave fame by 2,000 when used.
Subordinate Special Command 2 - Rebel: Start a rebellion together with a sworn sibling or spouse. Increases brave fame by 5,000 and evil fame by 1,500 when used.

Dynasty Warriors Next

Ma Chao is affiliated with the spear in this title.

Unique Attacks: EX Attack: : Serves the same function like in the base game.; Musou Attack: : Ma Chao performs Spiral Pierce as their main Musou attack with the game classifying it as a Throw type.; Speed Musou Attack - Whirlwind: Tap Both Sides of Screen: Ma Chao creates a tornado by rotating his spear in an upward position, then finishes the attack by striking the ground to produce a tremor. Tracing the attack's movements causes the tornado to expand and emit lightning.

Direct Breaks: Direct Break (Default) - Cavalry: Commands a group of cavalry units to charge forward.; Direct Break (Alternate) - Spearmen: Causes a group of spearmen to charge with spears pointed forward.; Direct Break (Downloadable) - Bear Troop: Summons a group of bear riders to dash forward.

Stratagems: Stratagem Card (Default) - Splendid Cavalry (錦の騎馬): Greatly increases player's mounted attack.; Stratagem Card (Alternate) - Blade of Passion (熱き魂の刃; "Heated Soul's Blade"): Greatly increases player's attack when near death.; Stratagem Card (Downloadable) - Spirit of Swiftness (魂の疾駆; "Soulful Galloping"): Greatly increases player's speed.; Allied Stratagem: If deployed as a playable officer, Ma Chao will train his troops and increase the attack power of every allied cavalry unit in battle. Has a chance of happening from time to time.

Shin Sangoku Musou Online Z

Uses many of the same attacks offered by the thunder spear moveset albeit with some differences. Attacks are based on his Warriors Orochi 3 incarnation.

Modified Attacks: Charge Attack 1: Pole vaults while kicking at a full radius before smashing the ground to produce a tremor.; Charge Attack 2: Does upward strike using spear's blunt end, sending nearby foes airborne. Tapping again adds a turning swing and a downward slam.; Charge Attack 3: Delivers multiple jabs and an overhead swing towards the right. Pressing repeatedly adds more jabs while extending the attack with a low-air barrel rush while shrouded in green-colored bursts.; Charge Attack 5: Twirls spear around to send out a mobile whirlwind traveling at a short distance.; Charge Attack 6: Performs a wide circular swing to the left.; Evolution Attack: Unleashes a conal shockwave traveling forward on the ground.; Musou Attack: Releases an energy burst that burns and dazes foes before performing Ma Chao's Thunderslice Musou attack from Dynasty Warriors 7.; Jump Charge: Spins in mid-air before striking the ground with spear to produce a tremor.

Special Abilities: Best Formation 1 - Arrow Formation: 5 Units, Offense Type; Best Formation 2 - Geese Formation: 5 Units, Balanced Type; Best Formation 3 - Scale Formation: 1 to 5 Units, Offense Type; Support Skill - Ma Chao the Splendid (錦馬超): Attacks a specified enemy unit.

Dynasty Warriors: Overlords

Introductory animation of Ma Chao.

Main Attacks: Strong Attack 1 (Dash): Jumps up and throws spear on the ground, causing it to generate green lightning flying about. Upon landing, Ma Chao quickly slides forward to grab it back. Deals 150% attack damage to foes in front. Its bonus effect enables the first hit to deal 44% attack damage to elite enemies while inflicting them with a debuff that increases the amount of damage they take by 18% for 8 seconds.; Strong Attack 1 (Break): Lands a powerful thrust infused with green lightning, dealing 180% attack damage to enemies in front of Ma Chao. Its bonus effect allows it to deal an additional 380% attack damage on hit and greatly reduces their super armor bar. The effect itself triggers every 30 seconds.; Strong Attack 1 (Armor): Generates a defensive funnel of wind by twirling spear continuously, then slams weapon on the earth to produce a green-colored tremor. The whole move deals 230% attack damage to foes. Its bonus effect grants nearby friendly units a shield that adds a 9% bonus to their health, a 30% damage reduction, and a minor super armor effect. It lasts for 8 seconds and triggers every 40 seconds.; Strong Attack 1 (Gather): Does a counterclockwise spin slash while crouching, dealing 140% attack damage to opponents. Considered a weaker version of Ma Chao's sixth charge in some cases. Its bonus effect deals an additional 18% damage to all enemy troops within range and pulls them closer to the user. The effect itself triggers every 10 seconds.; Strong Attack 2: Produces a shockwave by swinging blunt end of spear upward. If the attack connects, Ma Chao proceeds to pummel his victim with a round swipe and a lifting strike before ending the assault with a ground slam that induces a more intense shockwave. The connected attack inflicts a total of 220% attack damage.; Strong Attack 3: Stabs the enemy at the chest, knees, and crotch, then lands a round swipe towards the right. Inflicts 280% attack damage in total.; Strong Attack 4: Scatters foes by releasing a wide green energy wave via spear thrust. Deals 140% attack damage to targets impeding its path.; Strong Attack 5: Raises spear heftily in time to smash the floor with it, dealing 170% attack damage to surrounding enemies while sending them high into the air from the launching impact.; Strong Attack 6: Hits surrounding foes with a full circular swipe. Deals 210% attack damage.; Normal Attack 1: Slashes spear diagonally to the left, dealing 80% attack damage to enemies in front.; Normal Attack 2: Does a downward slicing motion to the right that deals 80% attack damage to foes.; Normal Attack 3: Swings spear upward towards the left, dealing 100% attack damage.; Normal Attack 4: Launches a backward swipe that inflicts 110% attack damage.; Normal Attack 5: Lands a vertical rotating swipe, dealing 160% attack damage towards enemies.; Normal Attack 6: Thrusts at enemy forcefully, inflicting 190% attack damage in the process.

Special Attacks: EX Attack: Delivers a fierce flying kick while propelled by lightning, dealing 290% attack damage. Also has a chance of electrocuting enemies.; Musou Attack: Performing a rendition of his Thunderslice Musou attack, Ma Chao infuses his spear with electricity and delivers a powerful frontal slam, dealing 740% attack damage with a chance of inflicting the electric induction status on foes.

Auxiliary Attacks: Dash Attack: Does a rightward swing while sliding briefly.; Switch Attack: Lands on the ground to instantly deliver a diagonal swipe at foes. Only used in certain competitive modes.; Counter Attack: Dazes foes the moment they hit while blocking.; Evasion: Quickly rolls to evade enemy attacks instantly.

Horse Attacks: Horse Normal Attack: Unleashes round diagonal swipes to enemies on the right.; Horse Kick Attack: Has horse unleash powerful kicks with its forelegs. Has a cooldown time of 8 seconds.; Horse Stomp Attack: Has horse stomp the ground hard. Has a cooldown time of 6 seconds.; Horse Musou Attack: Commands horse to charge forward at high speed for a short duration of time.

Joint War Enemy-Only Attacks: Enemy-Only Attack: As a Joint War boss in the Mobilization at Xie Valley mission, Ma Chao will summon four different generic officers and force players to guess which one he specifically describes. If they defeat the wrong officer will have him unleash a devastating attack in reprisal.

General Tactics: Morning Sun: Increases critical rate in battle by 8%. Effects increase the higher Ma Chao's star ranking becomes.; Integrity: Increases block recovery speed by 8%. Effects increase the higher Ma Chao's star ranking becomes.; Lightning Ride: Causes EX attack to deal 42% additional true damage. Effects increase the higher Ma Chao's star ranking becomes.

Combat Soul Skills: Heaven Combat Soul Skill: Gains a 7% movement speed bonus and a 9% damage boost if there are no enemies close to Ma Chao within a 10 meter radius. Effects disappear after 6 seconds once foes close in. Both bonuses increase the higher the combat soul's ranking rises.; Earth Combat Soul Skill: Causes attacks to summon a thunderbolt after every 40 seconds, dealing 400% attack damage and inflicting the electric induction debuff. Bonus increases the higher the combat soul's ranking rises.; Human Combat Soul Skill: Gains an 80% critical damage boost that lasts for 8 seconds. The effect is automatically bestowed after every 20 seconds. Bonus increases the higher the combat soul's ranking rises.

Skin Skills: Suit Skill: Recovers 50 block points each time Ma Chao hits an electrified foe. Has a cooldown time of 5 seconds.; Ornament Skill: Increases critical rate in battle by 5%.

Exclusive Suit Skills: The following skills only take effect if Ma Chao is equipped with his Speedy Racer costume.; Glowing Trail: Imbues all moves with a special effect.; A Lightning Flash: Enhances second charge attack with a thunder effect that pierces through an enemy officer's super armor gauge by 1,000 points. Has a cooldown time of 90 seconds, preventing the effect from being exploited.; Stars Fleeting: Gains 40% speed bonus for 2 seconds after performing Musou attack.

Horse Skills: Green Parasol: Increases critical rate by 10% and critical damage by 45% when health is below 50%.; Glory: Increases critical rate by 15% and critical damage by 62% when health is below 50%.; Clustered Gleam: Increases critical rate by 20% and critical damage by 100% when health is below 50%.; Dilu: Increases critical rate by 20% and critical damage by 100% when health is below 50%.; Ghost Candle: Increases critical rate by 20% and critical damage by 100% when health is below 50%.; Purple Sun: Increases damage dealt in battle by 10%.

Team Combination: Night Battle; Required Characters: Zhang Fei, Ma Chao; Bonus: +13,333 Health, +1,058 Attack

Nightmare Blossom

Required Characters: Wang Yi, Ma Chao

Bonus: +10,111 Health, +802 Attack

Joint Skill: Ma Chao performs a special coordinated attack with Wang Yi in which the two warriors duel back and forth while inflicting collateral damage to nearby foes. The duel starts off with Ma Chao delivering two circular swipes followed by a leaping slam which Wang Yi parries. He then blocks her thrown ice picks by twirling his spear forward before unleashing a wide spin slash. After being kicked into the air, he descends down to clash with Wang Yi one last time, producing an explosive burst of light that swallows up the area around them.

Parting of Ways

Required Characters: Pang De, Ma Chao

Bonus: +13,333 Health, +1,058 Attack

Strip For a Fight

Required Characters: Xu Zhu, Ma Chao

Bonus: +13,333 Health, +1,058 Attack

Tiger General

Required Characters: Zhao Yun, Ma Chao

Bonus: +13,333 Health, +1,058 Attack

Special Skill: Gives attacks a 14% chance of summoning furious thunderbolts to strike the enemy, dealing 220% attack as extra damage and inflicting electric induction on them for 6 seconds. Has a 4 second cooldown time.

Heroes of Shu

Required Characters: Zhao Yun, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Ma Chao, Huang Zhong

Bonus: +33,333 Health, +2,646 Attack

Warriors Orochi 3

Ma Chao retains his weapon moveset from Dynasty Warriors 7 albeit with some changes and additions.

Changed Attacks: Charge Attack 1: : Pole vaults at a full radius before smashing the ground. Resembles one of Ma Chao's old first charge attacks from past games.; Charge Attack 4: : Stabs forward with spear in a large step forward to unleash a vertical air wave. Bears a resemblance to Ma Chao's original fourth charge attack.; Charge Attack 5: : Twirls weapon with left hand in a wild yet controlled flailing fashion to briefly produce a small spiral whirlwind. Resembles Ma Chao's fifth charge attack from Dynasty Warriors 5.; Jump Charge: : Slams the ground upon landing to produce a large fissure.

Team Abilities: Ability 1 - Stamina: Refills life by a set amount for every 100 KOs per member.; Ability 2 - Vitality: Increases life capacity for all team members. Only available in Warriors Orochi 3 Ultimate.

Special Attacks: Musou Attack: : Ma Chao performs Spiral Pierce as their ground Musou attack.; Counter Attack: Counter + L1 + : Quickly swats away an enemy's attack, causing them to stagger briefly.; Assist Attack: Counter + L1 or R1: Ma Chao performs the fourth charge attack to assist a teammate while surrounded within an updraft of wind for extra coverage.

Grounded Type Action: R1: Vaults forward with spear planted on the ground and kicks enemy with a wind tunnel effect, sending them flying away. Behaves almost similarly to Ma Chao's EX attack.

Midair Type Action:

R1: Thrusts spear downward for a drilling dive, then slides into a landing position and scoops up spear along the ground for a launching attack.

Aerial Thrust:

: Ma Chao spins upright in a jerking dodge turn, enabling him to easily evade attacks while leaping at a further distance than normal.

Normal Strategy Card: Surging Spirit (溢れる闘志; lit. "Overflowing Fighting Spirit"): Hits opponent with an electric shockwave moving on the ground rapidly. If it manages to connect successfully, the attack will also restore current officer's Musou.

Golden Strategy Card: Splendid Ma Chao (錦馬超の槍さばき; lit. "Splendid Ma Chao's Spearmanship"): Fully depletes both sides' BP while increasing their attack power. Gains additional potency the more BP gets used up.

Team Attacks: Triple Rush 1: Lands a powerful strike that unleashes a mobile shockwave on the ground.; Triple Rush 2: Delivers several rapid stabbing motions in a row.; Triple Rush 3: Does an aerial slashing motion that sends out a wide energy wave forward on the earth.; Unique Triple Rush 1: Ma Chao is able to perform a unique triple rush attack if Zhao Yun and Huang Zhong happen to be his teammates. When initiating the move, Ma Chao starts off by twirling his spear at high speed towards the front, creating a wide green slashing circle that keeps enemies at bay.; Unique Triple Rush 2: Due to their former ties, Ma Chao can perform a special triple rush if paired up with Ma Dai and Pang De. He contributes to his team's attack by diving upside-down and using his spear as a makeshift pole to spring himself towards Ma Dai's five ink balls. Once near their location, he then strikes the ground to make them burst into large dragon afterimages.

Fighting Style

Keys:

Normal Attack •

Charge Attack •

Musou •

Jump/Mount

Base Game

Sample video of Ma Chao's fighting style.

Ma Chao is affiliated with the spear in this title. When equipped with it, Ma Chao can perform the following unique attacks listed below.

EX Attack 1:

: Charges forward with a delayed drilling dive kick that sweeps hordes of enemies off their feet while Ma Chao crouches down upon landing.

EX Attack 2:

: Shreds airborne enemies by twirling spear in an overhead manner continuously, then leaps up in time to send them flying away via aerial diagonal slash. Introduced in Xtreme Legends.

Musou Attack - Thunderslice (轟雷斬; lit. "Roaring Thunder Slash"):

: Does a quick rushing slash, then strikes the ground with spear to summon purple and green lightning on impact, knocking nearby enemies upward.

Alternate Musou Attack - Spiral Pierce (無影螺旋脚; lit. "Void Shadow Spiral Spinning Kick"): R1 +

: Ma Chao spins once while slicing those around him, then summons three clones of himself to target a single opponent. He and his clones leverage themselves onto their spears to kick their target, ending with them converging into one as they deliver the final strike before kneeling briefly.

Aerial Musou Attack - Heaven's Spear (轟天槍; lit. "Roaring Sky Spear"):

: Repeatedly twirls spear with enough force to send out a stream of wind downward, sending foes below to the air.

Rage Attack: Ma Chao lands several broad strikes in a row, then finishes the sequence with a pole vault spin leading up to a descending swing powerful enough to generate a radial burst of energy.

True Rage Attack: If Ma Chao accumulates a total of 100 hits during a Rage attack, he will pick up the pace by performing continuous two-hit strikes from the upper left to lower right while his spear is coated in flames. It ends with him stopping to inflict several multi-hitting thrusts forward before the default finisher is activated.

Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends

Bodyguard Skills: Battle Skill - Forage: Collects weapons, materials, and items on the way to the targeted location. The greater the distance, the greater the results will be.; Assistance Skill - Assault: Increases the player's attack power when they are near death.; Rouse Skill - Protect: Increases the player's defense power when they are near death.

Dynasty Warriors 8: Empires

Ways of Life Skills: Ways of Life - High Spirited Commander: Brave Type, 3,000 Employment Cost; Fixed Strategy - Large Draft: Uses up plenty of resources to recruit a large amount of troops.; Stratagem Card 1 - Lightning Speed: Increases hit speed and movement speed for 40 seconds.; Stratagem Card 2 - Coercion: Negates any stratagem effect used by enemies while stunning them momentarily.; Stratagem Card 3 - Swift Raid: Instantly transports the user to the front lines.; Stratagem Card 4 - Inferno: Sets fire to all enemy bases and cause continuous damage to enemy troops and bases for 90 seconds. Becomes more effective during gales and ineffective during rain or snow. Requires 2 allied units to temporarily withdraw for card to take effect.; Awarded Stratagem Card - Concentration: Fills up the rage gauge.

Shin Sangoku Musou Blast

Original Card: Unit Type: Cavalry; Musou - Thunderslice (轟雷斬; lit. "Roaring Thunder Slash"): Slashes the opponent before striking the ground to conjure lightning traveling across the affected area.; Skill - Splendid Ma Chao's Flight (錦馬超飛翔): Increases attack power and movement speed for 60 seconds.; Team Effect - Shu Attacking Formation: Increases effectiveness of Musou attacks and skills in proportion to the amount of Shu officers on the team.

Dynasty Warriors: Godseekers

Type Ability: Attack Compensation: Increases attack in proportion to the amount of health lost.

Normal Attacks: Piercing Dance (舞穿; lit. "Dancing Thrust"): Hits multiple foes.; Leaping Wave (跳波): Hits multiple foes.; Collapsing Attack (崩攻震; lit. "Crumbling Attack Quake"): Hits multiple foes.; Fierce Winds (猛風旋; lit. "Blistering Whirlwind"): Hits multiple foes.

EX Attacks: Piercing Dance EX (舞穿Ex; lit. "Dancing Thrust EX"): Hits multiple foes. Lowers enemy's speed and defense by 10%.; Fierce Winds EX (猛風旋Ex; lit. "Blistering Whirlwind EX"): Hits multiple foes. Has a chance of fainting enemies.

Musou Attacks: Thunderslice (轟雷斬; lit. "Roaring Thunder Slash"): Hits multiple foes. Has a chance of paralyzing enemies.; Spiral Pierce (無影螺旋脚; lit. "Void Shadow Spiral Spinning Kick"): Hits multiple foes. Has a chance of fainting enemies.; Heaven's Spear (轟天槍; lit. "Roaring Sky Spear"): Hits multiple foes.

Red Skills: Flash: Increases critical hit rate by 15%.; Flash Duo: Increases critical hit rate by 30%.; Flash Ultra: Increases critical hit rate by 50%.; Swift Foot Ultra: Increases mobility by 2.; Double-Edge: Increases strength by 20%, but decreases defense by 20%.; Unstoppable: Increases mobility by 1 on odd-numbered turns.; Fearless Leader: Increases critical hit rate when allied morale is low.; Musou Master: Increases attack strength of Musou attacks.; Leech Blade: Uses 10% of the damage the character inflicts to restore health.

Blue Skills: Stun Effect: Occasionally induces enemies into a stunned state with attacks.; Frighten Effect: Occasionally induces enemies into a frightened state with attacks.; Burn Effect: Occasionally induces enemies into a burnt state with attacks.; Freeze Effect: Occasionally induces enemies into a frozen state with attacks.; Shock Effect: Occasionally induces enemies into a shocked state with attacks.; Poison Effect: Occasionally induces enemies into a poisoned state with attacks.; Roar: Reduces the enemy's morale based on the number of units defeated during Synchro Mode.

Green Skills: Health Fountain: Restores 10% of health at the start of each turn.; Musou Fountain: Restores 10% of the Musou gauge at the start of each turn.; Pugnacity: Restores the Musou gauge of the unit and any allied units within 1 adjacent square by 5% at the start of each turn.; Pugnacity Duo: Restores the Musou gauge of the unit and any allied units within 1 adjacent square by 10% at the start of each turn.; Pugnacity Ultra: Restores the Musou gauge of the unit and any allied units within 1 adjacent square by 15% at the start of each turn.; Windstorm: Increases the damage of Synchro attacks.; Inspiration: Makes it easier to increase morale after defeating an enemy unit.

Purple Skills: Learner: Increases experience earned by 30%.; Learner Duo: Increases experience earned by 50%.; Learner Ultra: Increases experience earned by 100%.; Flurry: Increases the charge during attacks by 10%.; Flurry Duo: Increases the charge during attacks by 30%.; Flurry Ultra: Increases the charge during attacks by 50%.; Stun Attack: Increases damage to enemies in a stunned state by 30%.; Frighten Attack: Increases damage to enemies in a frightened state by 30%.; Burn Attack: Increases damage to enemies in a burnt state by 30%.; Freeze Attack: Increases damage to enemies in a frozen state by 30%.; Shock Attack: Increases damage to enemies in a shocked state by 30%.; Poison Attack: Increases damage to enemies in a poisoned state by 30%.

Dynasty Warriors: Unleashed

Main Attacks: Strong Attack 1 - Seismic Shatter (崩山裂地; lit. "Collapsing Mounted Cracked Earth"): Smashes the ground in front of Ma Chao, leaving foes dizzied by the impact. Has a cooldown time of 16 seconds (12 seconds in the Japanese server).; Strong Attack 2 - Gale of Pikes (凌風覇王槍; lit. "Lingering Wind Overlord Spear"): Launches enemy into the air via rotating vertical slice and tremor strike before cleaving the ground hard. Knocks surrounding enemies away. Has a cooldown time of 20 seconds (16 seconds in the Japanese server).; Strong Attack 3 - Hurricane of Spears (鋭風烈突; lit. "Sharp Wind Intense Thrust"): Deals a flurry of thrusts before unleashing a penetrating diagonal slice followed by a sweeping rush attack that emits a radial shockwave. In the Japanese server, it also increases shield damage for 5 seconds. Has a cooldown time of 25 seconds (16 seconds in the Japanese server).; Strong Attack 4 - Furious Tornado (怒捲暴風; lit. "Frenzied Coiling Windstorm"): Rotates spear diagonally before twirling it repeatedly in an upward manner to eviscerate foes while improving personal attack power by 10% for 10 seconds. The Japanese server boosts the buff's effect to 50% while halving its original duration to 5. Has a cooldown time of 31 seconds (20 seconds in the Japanese server).; Normal Attack: Performs their preferred weapon's normal attack string.

Special Attacks: Musou Attack - Spiral Pierce (無影螺旋脚; lit. "Void Shadow Spiral Spinning Kick"): Launches a fierce round slash while summoning shadow clones to perform coordinated pole vault kicks from different directions at the target. Gets overriden by the character's Rage attack once all three Musou gauges have been filled up.; Musou Rage Attack: Performs Rage attack once all three Musou gauges have been filled up.; Switch Attack: Drops down on the ground to inflict an overhead strike that produces a green slamming effect.; Special Maneuver - Dodge: Slides forward to avoid incoming enemy attacks.

Team Attacks: Triple Attack 1: Performs a shortened version of Seismic Shatter to contribute to the combo.; Triple Attack 3: Performs a shortened version of Hurricane of Spears to contribute to the combo.

Global Server-Exclusive Passive Skills: Primary Skill - Marshal of Divine Fury: Increases critical chance of all officers by 10%.; Secondary Skill: Increases attack of dodge-type officers by 15%.; Tertiary Skill: Increases element advantage of Shu officers by 40%.

Japanese Server-Exclusive Passive Skills: Primary Skill: Increases critical chance for normal attacks by 30%. Activates after filling up one Musou bar.; Secondary Skill: Recovers 0.6% of health per second. Activates after filling up two Musou bars.

Team Combination: Cronies of Ma (馬氏一族; "Ma Clan"); Required Characters: Ma Chao, Ma Dai; Bonus: Element Advantage +4.5%, Skill Cooldown -3%

Eye for An Eye (怨敵; "Sworn Enemies")

Required Characters: Cao Cao, Ma Chao

Bonus: Skill Cooldown -4.5%, Attack Speed +5%

Ji's Grudge (終わらぬ復讐; "Never-Ending Vengeance")

Required Characters: Wang Yi, Ma Chao

Bonus: Skill Cooldown -3.5%, Critical Damage +5%

Riding Masters (馬術の達人; "Equestrian Masters")

Required Characters: Ma Chao, Lu Bu

Bonus: Attack +3%, Element Advantage +5%

Tongguan Battle (潼関の激聞; "Extreme Battle of Tong Gate")

Required Characters: Xu Zhu, Ma Chao

Bonus: Attack Speed +5%, Shield Damage +4.5%

Tough Call (死闘の果て; "Result of the Death Match")

Required Characters: Zhang Fei, Ma Chao

Bonus: Defense +5%, Attack Speed +3%

Governors of Liang (涼州刺史; "Liang Province Inspectors")

Required Characters: Ma Chao, Wei Yan, Jiang Wei

Bonus: Attack Speed +4.5%, Shield Damage +3.5% (+7% in the Japanese server), Musou Generation +4% (+8% in the Japanese server)

Team Attack: Ma Chao will be able to perform a triple attack if he happens to be partnered with Wei Yan and Jiang Wei. He is the first to act during the whole combo. Only applies to the global server.

Shu Heroes (蜀の猛将; "Shu Fighters")

Required Characters: Zhao Yun, Ma Chao, Ma Dai

Bonus: Attack Speed +3.5%, Shield Damage +3% (+6% in the Japanese server), Attack +3.5%

Shu Tigers (忠義の将; "Loyal Generals")

Required Characters: Zhao Yun, Ma Chao, Huang Zhong

Bonus: Attack Speed +3.5%, Critical Damage +3% (+6% in the Japanese server), Element Advantage +4% (+2% in the Japanese server)

Team Attack: Ma Chao will be able to perform a triple attack if he happens to be partnered with Zhao Yun and Huang Zhong. He is the last to act during the whole combo. Only applies to the global server.

Steel Wall (龍の遺言; "Testament of the Dragon")

Required Characters: Ma Chao, Wei Yan, Ma Dai

Bonus: Defense +4%, Critical Damage +3.5% (+7% in the Japanese server), Max Health +4%

Superb Spear Skills (屈指の槍使い; "Outstanding Spearmen")

Required Characters: Zhao Yun, Ma Chao, Jiang Wei

Bonus: Critical Chance +4.5%, Attack +3%, Critical Damage +4.5% (+9% in the Japanese server)

Team Attack: Ma Chao will be able to perform a triple attack if he happens to be partnered with Zhao Yun and Jiang Wei. He is the first to act during the whole combo. Only applies to the global server.

Japanese Server-Exclusive Team Combination: Heroic Fighting Spirit (英雄の闘志); Required Characters: Zhao Yun, Ma Chao, Wen Yang; Bonus: Attack +4%, Attack Speed +4.5%, Critical Damage +9%

Western Liang Coalition (西涼連合軍)

Required Characters: Ma Chao, Ma Dai, Pang De

Bonus: Attack +3%, Critical Damage +7%, Attack Speed +4%

Warriors Orochi 4

While retaining the same moveset from Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends, Ma Chao wields the Gullinbursti as their sacred treasure in this title. When equipped with it, Ma Chao can perform the following attacks listed below.

Special Attacks: Musou Attack: : Ma Chao performs Spiral Pierce as their ground Musou attack.; Normal Magic: R1 + : Summons Gullinbursti to conjure five homing fireballs following the user. Instantly rains down on nearby foes, burning them alive. Can also affect downed foes. Note that its disappearance can cancel out trap-based attacks used by characters like Fa Zheng, Dong Zhuo, Motochika, etc. Therefore, it may be best to use this magic as a standalone attack.; Charge Magic: R1 + : Commands Gullinbursti to attack foes. Tapping causes it to hit foes directly. makes it charge fiercely for several seconds while leaving behind trails of fire. causes Gullinbursti to do a lunging attack before ending its rampage. It should be noted that using this magic with certain characters during multiplayer battles may cause the game itself to crash.; Unique Magic: R1 + : Ma Chao summons Gullinbursti as a mount to rush through hordes of enemies while swinging his spear back and forth, then stepping off with a quick tremor-producing strike once the ride is over. In the Japanese script, he gives the move an appropriate name (神獣槍; lit. "Divine Beast Spear").; Summon Magic: R1 + : Summons mount to Ma Chao's side.

Miscellaneous Skills: Unity Magic Bonus: Power +4, Technique +2, Speed +4; Musou Effect - Empower: Temporarily raises attack, defense, and hit speed. Only applies in Battle Arena.; Divine Blessing 1 - Blitz: Increases movement speed, normal attack power, and charge attack power. Only applies in Battle Arena.; Divine Blessing 2 - Divine Bow: Increases attack speed and magic attack power. Only applies in Battle Arena.; Infinity Support Skill - Weapons: Increases the possibility of obtaining weapons. Only applies in Infinity Mode.

Type Skills: Hyper Armor: Passive: Prevents enemies from interrupting combos with normal attacks.; Guard Cancel: Holding L1: Cancels most attacks into a guarding stance, providing more opportunities to defend against enemy attacks.; Type Upgrade Skill 1 - Break: Grants all charge attacks guard-breaking properties.; Type Upgrade Skill 2 - Steadfast: Enables the character to guard against all types of attacks.; Type Upgrade Skill 3 - Resilience: Increases defense when armor is active.; Type Upgrade Skill 4 - Reflex: Increases damage of first hit performed after doing a guard cancel.; Type Upgrade Skill 5 - Eruptive: Temporarily increases attack when somersaulting with little health left.

Team Combination: Five Tiger Generals (五虎将軍): Deploying Ma Chao together with Zhao Yun, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and Huang Zhong will provide their team with a Tear of the Gods at the beginning of battle.; Liang Warriors (涼州の士; "Warriors of Liang Province"): Deploying Ma Chao together with Pang De, Ma Dai, and Dong Zhuo will have their team's attack power be doubled every 300 KOs.

Fighting Style

Keys:

Flow Attack •

Reactive Attack •

Musou •

Jump/Mount

Base Game

Sample video of Ma Chao's fighting style.

Ma Chao is affiliated with the spear in this title. When equipped with it, Ma Chao can perform the following unique attacks listed below.

Unique Attacks: Unique Flow Attack Finisher: Enemy Downed + : Performs a sweeping spiral slash to daze enemies in the front. This motion is based on the spear moveset's first charge attack from the last installment. Works more effectively if equipped with a wind elemental weapon.; Unique Trigger Attack: R1 + : Charges right at the enemy with a double-legged jump kick and slides on the ground afterwards. This move borrows motions from Ma Chao's first EX attack in previous games.; Special Technique: R1 + : Performs a crouching spin slash with the spear aimed to the upper right as it becomes engulfed in lightning. Ma Chao then immediately follows it up by twirling his weapon repeatedly in an overhead fashion before doing a leaping diagonal swipe to the lower left. The last two motions are based on his second EX attack from Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends.; Musou Attack: : Runs forward and repeatedly twirls spear upward in alternating arcs from left to right. It ends with Ma Chao performing a flaming spin swipe and a roundhouse kick simultaneously, then delaying a bit before launching a fiery vault kick and an explosive crouching strike. The initial motion is based on his Spiral Pierce's Musou attack from past games.; Aerial Musou Attack: : Repeatedly twirls spear with enough force to send out a stream of wind that lifts foes up briefly before blasting them away with a massive air tunnel. This move is based on Ma Chao's Heaven's Spear Musou attack from the eighth game.

Horse Maneuvers: Summon Horse: L2: Summon horse to the battlefield. Holding L2 as the horse approaches will allow the character to automatically mount them.; Auto-Run: Riding Mode + L2: Automatically runs towards a specified destination. If a destination has not been set, the horse will instead run towards the location of the player's currently selected mission.; Sprint: Riding Mode + Direction + R1: Causes horse to run at a faster pace. Doing so depletes their stamina each time.; Jump: Riding Mode + Direction + R2: Causes horse to jump high while running.; Horse Fast Attack: Riding Mode + : Performs a fast and seamless attack while mounted. The attack itself varies depending on what type of weapon is equipped and whether the enemy is grounded or airborne.; Horse Trigger Attack: Riding Mode + : Performs an attack that sends enemies flying into the air. May vary depending on what type of weapon is equipped.; Horse Musou Attack: Riding Mode + : Causes horse to sprint by consuming Musou instead of stamina.; Dismount Horse: Riding Mode + : Dismounts from horse and resumes default fighting stance.

Bow Maneuvers: Shooting Mode: 🡻: Pulls out bow and assumes archery stance. Can be cancelled by tapping 🡻 again.; Switch Arrows: 🡸 or 🡺: Switches between different types of arrows.; Bow Attack: Shooting Mode + : Fires current arrow at a target. Can lock on targets by tapping R3.; Lower Bow: Shooting Mode + : Lowers bow while squatting down.

Dynasty Warriors 9: Empires

Officer Skills: Secret Plan - Prepare to Charge (突撃の用意; "Charging Preparations"): Fills secret plan gauge for plans not in use by a moderate amount while reducing a low portion of own health.; Military Unit: Cavalry; Title: Xiliang Brocade (西涼の錦); Reputation Bonus: Brave +80%, Commanding +25%, Ingenious +50%, Benevolent +80%, Evil -50%

Shin Sangoku Musou Apuri

Base Attacks: Normal Attack: Performs unique flow attack string from the base game using the spear. Available by default.; Aerial Attack: Performs aerial flow attack string from the base game.; Repel Attack: Performs knock-down trigger attack from the base game to repel foes.; Launch Attack: Performs launch trigger attack from the base game to lift foes into the air. Can be followed up with aerial flow hit string activated by repeatedly tapping the normal attack icon.; Stun Attack: Performs stun trigger attack from the base game to daze foes momentarily. Can be followed up with stun flow hit string activated by repeatedly tapping the normal attack icon.; Guard Break Attack: Performs guard break attack from the base game to break the enemy's guard. Can be followed up with down flow hit string activated by repeatedly tapping the normal attack icon.; Chain Attack: Performs down flow attack from the base game to repeatedly strike at foes. Does heavy damage, but cannot deplete the target's spirit. This move is mostly available to attack-type versions of Ma Chao.; Endurance Attack: Performs separating attack from the base game while generating a protective aura that temporarily boosts defense. This move is mostly available to defense-type versions of Ma Chao.; Sneak Attack: Performs dash attack from the base game to inflict heavy damage on the opponent's spirit. This move is mostly available to speed-type versions of Ma Chao.; Missile Attack: Leaps into the air and fires a projectile that turns into a large tornado upon hitting the ground. Does decent damage from a distance, but cannot deplete the target's spirit. This move is mostly available to snipe-type versions of Ma Chao.; Recover Attack: Performs separating attack from the base game while generating a healing circle that gradually restores health. Has no elemental variations with each upgraded version. This move is mostly available to special-type versions of Ma Chao.

Special Attacks: Unique Attack 1 - Roaring Thunder Slash (轟雷斬): Performs special technique from the base game. Available by default.; Unique Attack 2 - Impetuous Dashing Intense Fang Kick (奮迅烈牙脚): Performs unique trigger from the base game using the spear. Initially available for UR rank versions of its user, this move can be learned upon reaching level 170.; Musou Attack: Performs Musou attack from base game minus the looping animation. Consumes one full Musou gauge.; Aerial Musou Attack: Performs aerial Musou attack from base game. Consumes one full Musou gauge.; Super Musou Attack: Performs full Musou attack from base game. Consumes two full Musou gauges.

Auxiliary Attacks: Counter Attack: Performs counter attack from the base game by tapping the orange counter icon near the opponent once it pops up.; Finishing Attack: Performs finishing attack from the base game by tapping the golden finisher icon that appears once the opponent's spirit has been fully depleted.; Normal Evasion: Does a normal evasion maneuver on the ground to avoid enemy attacks. Can only be performed by attack-type and special-type versions of Ma Chao.; Swift Evasion: Hovers in the air to avoid enemy attacks in an instant. Can only be performed by speed-type and snipe-type versions of Ma Chao.; Piercing Evasion: Charges forth while hunched to avoid enemy attacks while dealing chip damage to foes blocking the way. Can only be performed by defense-type versions of Ma Chao.

Normal Version Attacks

Class Type: Speed

Launch Attacks: Launch Attack (打上攻撃): Launches foes into the air. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 35, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 15.; Modified Launch Spirit Attack (打上仙撃・改): Launches foes into the air. Inflicts lightning elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 53, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 35.

Guard Break Attacks: Break Spirit Attack (崩し仙撃): Breaks the enhanced defenses of foes that have used endurance attacks. Has an attack damage value of 4, a spirit damage value of 30, and a cooldown time of 8 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 10.; Modified Break Attack (崩し攻撃・改): Breaks the enhanced defenses of foes that have used endurance attacks. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 6, a spirit damage value of 31, and a cooldown time of 8.8 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 25.; True Break Attack (真・崩し攻撃): Breaks the enhanced defenses of foes that have used endurance attacks. Inflicts fire elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 8, a spirit damage value of 38, and a cooldown time of 9.6 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 45.

Sneak Attacks: Sneak Attack (奇襲): Quickly pursues foes and greatly diminishes their stamina. Has an attack damage value of 10, a spirit damage value of 50, and a cooldown time of 25 seconds. Can be used as a resonance skill by other versions of Ma Chao. Unlocked by reaching level 5.; Modified Sneak Attack (奇襲・改): Quickly pursues foes and greatly diminishes their stamina. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 10, a spirit damage value of 50, and a cooldown time of 24 seconds. Can be used as a resonance skill by other versions of Ma Chao. Unlocked by reaching level 30.

Upgraded Unique Attacks: Modified Roaring Thunder Slash (轟雷斬・改): Performs an upgraded version of first unique attack. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 33, a spirit damage value of 75, and a cooldown time of 17.6 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 40.

Miscellaneous Attacks: Repel Attack (吹飛攻撃): Knocks away foes. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 35, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Initially available.; Modified Repel Spirit Attack (吹飛仙撃・改): Knocks away foes. Inflicts fire elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 53, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 20.

Mystic Version Attacks

Class Type: Defense

Stun Attacks: Stun Spirit Attack (気絶仙撃): Stuns foes momentarily. Has an attack damage value of 4, a spirit damage value of 42, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 10.; Modified Stun Spirit Attack (気絶仙撃・改): Stuns foes momentarily. Inflicts slash elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 53, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 25.

Guard Break Attacks: Break Spirit Attack (崩し仙撃): Breaks the enhanced defenses of foes that have used endurance attacks. Has an attack damage value of 4, a spirit damage value of 30, and a cooldown time of 8 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 15.; Modified Break Spirit Attack (崩し仙撃・改): Breaks the enhanced defenses of foes that have used endurance attacks. Inflicts fire elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 38, and a cooldown time of 8.8 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 35.

Endurance Attacks: Endurance (堅守): Damages foes while invoking armor effect on self. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 30, and a cooldown time of 14.4 seconds. Can be used as a resonance skill by other versions of Ma Chao. Unlocked by reaching level 5.; Modified Endurance (堅守・改): Damages foes while invoking armor effect on self. Inflicts slash elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 6, a spirit damage value of 38, and a cooldown time of 15.8 seconds. Can be used as a resonance skill by other versions of Ma Chao. Unlocked by reaching level 30.

Miscellaneous Attacks: Repel Spirit Attack (吹飛仙撃): Knocks away foes. Has an attack damage value of 4, a spirit damage value of 42, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Initially available.; Modified Repel Attack (吹飛攻撃・改): Knocks away foes. Inflicts lightning elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 6, a spirit damage value of 44, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 20.

Abyss Version Attacks

Class Type: Snipe

Repel Attacks: Repel Attack (吹飛攻撃): Knocks away foes. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 35, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Initially available.; Modified Repel Spirit Attack (吹飛仙撃・改): Knocks away foes. Inflicts ice elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 53, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 20.

Launch Attacks: Modified Launch Attack (打上攻撃・改): Launches foes into the air. Inflicts lightning elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 35, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 25.; True Launch Spirit Attack (真・打上仙撃): Launches foes into the air. Inflicts lightning elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 53, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 55.

Stun Attacks: Stun Attack (気絶攻撃): Stuns foes momentarily. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 35, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 15.; Modified Stun Spirit Attack (気絶仙撃・改): Stuns foes momentarily. Inflicts ice elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 53, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 45.

Guard Break Attacks: Break Attack (崩し攻撃): Breaks the enhanced defenses of foes that have used endurance attacks. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 25, and a cooldown time of 8 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 10.; Modified Break Attack (崩し攻撃・改): Breaks the enhanced defenses of foes that have used endurance attacks. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 6, a spirit damage value of 31, and a cooldown time of 8.8 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 35.

Missile Attacks: Missile Attack (射撃): Fires a projectile at foes from a distance. Has an attack damage value of 30 and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Can be used as a resonance skill by other versions of Ma Chao. Unlocked by reaching level 5.; Modified Missile Attack (射撃・改): Fires a projectile at foes from a distance. Inflicts lightning elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 38 and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Can be used as a resonance skill by other versions of Ma Chao. Unlocked by reaching level 30.; True Missile Attack (真・射撃): Fires a projectile at foes from a distance. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 45 and a cooldown time of 13.6 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 50.

Upgraded Unique Attacks: Modified Roaring Thunder Slash (轟雷斬・改): Performs an upgraded version of first unique attack. Inflicts lightning elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 33, a spirit damage value of 75, and a cooldown time of 17.6 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 40.

Dynasty Warriors 3 Version Attacks

Class Type: Attack

Launch Attacks: Launch Attack (打上攻撃): Launches foes into the air. Inflicts fire elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 35, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 10.; Modified Launch Spirit Attack (打上仙撃・改): Launches foes into the air. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 5, a spirit damage value of 53, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 25.; True Launch Spirit Attack (真・打上仙撃): Launches foes into the air. Inflicts fire elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 6, a spirit damage value of 63, and a cooldown time of 13.6 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 45.

Stun Attacks: Stun Spirit Attack (気絶仙撃): Stuns foes momentarily. Inflicts lightning elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 4, a spirit damage value of 42, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 15.; Modified Stun Attack (気絶攻撃・改): Stuns foes momentarily. Inflicts lightning elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 6, a spirit damage value of 44, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 35.

Chain Attacks: Chain Attack (連撃): Hits foes several times in a row. Has an attack damage value of 35 and a cooldown time of 15 seconds. Can be used as a resonance skill by other versions of Ma Chao. Unlocked by reaching level 5.; Modified Chain Attack (連撃・改): Hits foes several times in a row. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 44 and a cooldown time of 16 seconds. Can be used as a resonance skill by other versions of Ma Chao. Unlocked by reaching level 30.

Upgraded Unique Attacks: Modified Roaring Thunder Slash (轟雷斬・改): Performs an upgraded version of first unique attack. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 33, a spirit damage value of 75, and a cooldown time of 17.6 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 40.

Miscellaneous Attacks: Repel Spirit Attack (吹飛仙撃): Knocks away foes. Inflicts wind elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 4, a spirit damage value of 42, and a cooldown time of 11.2 seconds. Initially available.; Modified Repel Attack (吹飛攻撃・改): Knocks away foes. Inflicts fire elemental damage. Has an attack damage value of 6, a spirit damage value of 44, and a cooldown time of 12.3 seconds. Unlocked by reaching level 20.

Other Skills

Memory Abilities: Brocade Adorned in the Earth's Breath (錦、大地の息吹を纏い); Characters: Ma Chao; Rank: R; Bonus: +205 Attack; Skill - Anti-Missile (防射): Reduces damage from archers by 7%.

Breeze of Xiliang (西涼の風)

Characters: Pang De, Ma Chao, Ma Dai

Rank: SSR

Bonus: +257 Attack, +257 Defense, +257 Musou

Skill - Heal (快癒): Recovers 10 health points every 4 seconds.

Secret Thoughts (秘めた想い)

Characters: Zhang Fei, Ma Chao, Xiahouji, Wang Yi

Rank: SSR

Bonus: +514 Attack, +514 Willpower

Skill - Heal (快癒): Recovers 15 health points every 4 seconds.

Five Tiger Generals (五虎大将軍)

Characters: Zhao Yun, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Ma Chao, Huang Zhong

Rank: UR

Bonus: +579 Attack, +579 Defense, +579 Musou

Skill 1 - Recover (快復): Recovers 10 Musou points every 4 seconds.

Skill 2 - Rampage (乱撃): Increases Musou attack damage by 18%.

Passionate Soul's Blade - Dynasty Warriors 7 (熱き魂の刃)

Characters: Ma Chao

Rank: UR

Bonus: +1,315 Attack, +1,315 Defense, +1,315 Health

Skill 1 - Restore (全快): Recovers 10 health and Musou points every 4 seconds.

Skill 2 - Ground Assault (地撃): Increases normal attack damage by 18%.

Passionate Soul's Blade - Dynasty Warriors 8 (熱き魂の刃)

Characters: Ma Chao

Rank: UR

Bonus: +713 Attack, +713 Musou, +713 Willpower

Skill 1 - Ground Assault (地撃): Increases normal attack damage by 18%.

Skill 2 - Technique (技撃): Increases skill attack damage by 10%.

Team Combination: Crimson Inevitability (深紅の因縁); Required Characters: Wang Yi, Ma Chao; Bonus: +100 Musou, +50 Willpower

Death Battle of Tong Gate (潼関の死闘)

Required Characters: Xu Zhu, Ma Chao

Bonus: +100 Defense, +50 Willpower

Ma Clan (馬一族)

Required Characters: Ma Chao, Ma Dai

Bonus: +50 Defense, +100 Willpower

Piercing Fighting Spirit (闘志貫いて)

Required Characters: Zhao Yun, Ma Chao

Bonus: +100 Musou, +50 Willpower

Running Through Xiliang (西涼を駆ける)

Required Characters: Pang De, Ma Chao, Ma Dai

Bonus: +100 Defense, +50 Health, +50 Musou

Fighting Style