Prince of Persia: Warrior Within / Combat and weapons

Prince of Persia: Warrior Within combat and weapons: dual wielding, throws and environmental attacks

Compare Warrior Within weapon roles and use the room instead of repeating one combo.

Edition covered

The original 2004 Warrior Within campaign and its two ending routes. Ubisoft Steam screenshots show the PC game. The PSP adaptation Revelations adds areas and is not this route reference.

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Combat and weapons

Dependable core attacks

Main sword

Tradeoff: Moves change with progression.

Reference

Balanced dual-weapon attacks

Secondary sword

Tradeoff: Limited durability.

Reference

Heavier striking role

Secondary axe

Tradeoff: Slower commitment.

Reference

Ranged interruption

Thrown secondary weapon

Tradeoff: Gives up the held weapon.

Reference

Quick notes

Use the second hand deliberately. The Prince’s main sword and a collected secondary weapon create different combo options.
Match the weapon to the opening. A faster secondary weapon suits short openings, while a heavier one commits the Prince for longer.
Add the environment to the combo. Walls, columns and ledges create attacks and escape options.
Finish before moving into a trap. Keep the next platforming route clear of active enemies.

Match the weapon to the opening

Environmental options
Position	Option	Practical check
Near a clear wall	Rebound attack	Enemy and wall alignment
Beside a column	Use a surrounding attack	Space around the base
Enemy near an edge	Throw or reposition the opponent	Prince’s own footing
Crowd closes in	Roll or use time control	A clear landing area

Useful tip

Keep the next platforming route clear of active enemies.

References

Guide references
Reference	Website
Prince of Persia: Warrior Within publisher listing	store.steampowered.com
Official Warrior Within manual	store.steampowered.com
Life upgrades and ending walkthrough	gamefaqs.gamespot.com