The guide to raising a strong dragon is a compendium of knowledge for guardians who want to achieve maximum combat efficiency of their wards. It contains recommendations and observations are based on the experience and research of dragon trainers and analysis of ranking fights.

The game is in the beta phase, so you should take into account the possibility of significant changes in dragon statistics, tactics, armor and combat mechanics. The guide has been prepared by players and may contain inaccuracies - it does not constitute the official instructions of the game.

Offense Path

At the stage of planning the development of the dragon, it is necessary to choose between two offensive paths: Force (physical attacks) and Intelligence (magical attacks). It is noted that:

Magic attacks are characterized by higher damage with lower requirements of statistics points, but more often they miss.
Physical attacks are considered more reliable and rewarded in terms of attack priority.

Due to the less interest in the magic path, the ingredients for training Intelligence are cheaper on the market than those dedicated to the Force.

Other Stats

Condition

The health point ratio (HP) is calculated according to the formula: (level × 2) + (Condition × 4) + 5. It is recommended to distribute points to the Condition in proportion to offensive points, although the exact proportion should take into account the preferred fighting style and anticipated opponents.

Dexterity

It affects the chance of avoidance of a physical attack and increases the likelihood of gaining priority of attack (in combination with the Tactics of the Scarves). However, it is indicated that it is not always worth pursuing the first attack, as this may allow the opponent to activate counteracting effects from the Academy.

Willpower

Increases the chance to avoid a magic attack. Because magic can be unreliable anyway, investment in the Willpower is optional.

Happiness

Increases the probability of a critical blow task (about 50% of additional damage). Although this effect is pronounced, it should be taken into account that it can activate the ability to Revenge the opponent. Moderate investment is recommended.

Charisma

Lowers the opponent's characteristics (outside the condition), probably by 5-10%. Due to its ambiguous action and low efficiency, Charisma is considered a low-priority feature.

Tactics

Frenzy – recommended for physical dragons (rewards the priority of the attack).
Precise attack – recommended for magic dragons.
A spectacular attack – currently unprofitable (the need to develop two offensive features without a bonus).

Other tactics do not currently show practical application.

Example distribution of 1000 stat points

Physical Dragon: 400 Strength, 450 Fitness, 100 Dexterity, 50 Happiness + Tactics Frenzy
Magic Dragon: 450 Intelligence, 400 Fitness, 50 Dexterity, 50 Willpower, 50 Happiness + Tactic Precision Attack

Training

Training is a key element of development and should be a priority for other forms of investment. The "assign again" button only allows you to modify the feeding points – the distribution of statistics resulting from training remains unchanged.

There are also items that allow you to get more than 1 point of a given statistic during a one-time workout. They are available periodically for purchase in Karavan for 7500 silver and to be obtained on expeditions.

Black Birch resin - strengthens the training of the Force, available in the City of Kurhanów and Golden Tundra.
The Capricorn Horn - strengthens the training of the Condition, available in the Fangs of the World and the City of Kurhanów.
Giant Spider thread - strengthens the training of Dexterity, available in the Moon Grotto and Dead Wetlands.
Fireback and - strengthens the training of Intelligence, available in the Halkatla Volcano (during the eruption) and the Golden Tundra.
Lavender oil - strengthens the training of Willpower, available in Golden Tundra and Pearl Fjords.
Golden Clover - strengthens the training of Happiness, available to the Dead Wetlands and the Taps of the World.

Armor

Armours reduce the strength of received attacks by the value of protection points. Due to the lack of age restrictions and a high benefit-cost ratio, it is recommended to purchase them as early as possible. Armour is particularly important in the early stages of development.

Academy

Three available skills:

Fury – strengthens the first blows in the fight.
Desperation – Increases damage with HP decline.
Revenge – strengthens the counter after receiving a critical blow.

Each skill can be developed up to level 100. The cost of full development of the Academy is about 1.6 million silver. It is recommended to start with Fury and Desperation. The total bonus when you maximize your skills reaches +50% damage.

Runes

Runes provide a percentage increase in the value of traits (both basic and trained). Their effectiveness increases with the development of the dragon. In order for the runes to work, it is required to put on a full layout consisting of 7 elements. Effective layouts are studied and catalogued by the University of the Runic Circle.

Recommended systems for physical attacks:

Seal, Wreath, Snake, Axe, Axe, Ladybug, Sparrow (+32% strength, +27% dexterity, +25% condition, +11% intelligence, +12% willpower, +8% luck, +16% charisma);
Wreath, Fang, Mammoth, Snake, Ladybug, Ladybug, Fang (+33% strength, +11% dexterity, +31% fitness, +1% intelligence, +11% willpower, 0% luck, +20% charisma);
Crocus, Raven, Seal, Arch, Ladybug, Mammoth, Sparrow (+25% strength, +28% dexterity, +25% condition, +6% intelligence, +13% willpower, +23% luck, +16% charisma).

Suggested deals for magic attacks:

Crocus, Sparrow, Mammoth, Trident, Crocus, Arch, Sparrow (+26% intelligence, +20% willpower, +37% condition, +13% strength, +7% dexterity, +4% luck, +10% charisma);
Mammoth, Fang, Crocus, Seal, Snake, Ladybug, Arch (+28% intelligence, +17% willpower, +27% condition, +24% strength, +5% dexterity, +1% happiness, +18% charisma);
Sparrow, Mammoth, Axe, Seal, Sparrow, Seal, Fang (+25% intelligence, +10% willpower, +19% condition, +9% strength, +21% dexterity, +13% happiness, +28% charisma).

Gems

Each gem purchased adds +5% to all features. Their cost increases progressively (10, 50, 100 charoits). For this reason, it is recommended to invest the first only in the early game, and the next only after obtaining key armor, Academy skills and runes.