Draco Magi: Celestial Dragon and Alternate Art The Lake Promo Cards

Grey Fox Games, Robert Burke Games · Board game · 2014
2 30 min Weight 2.0/5
7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
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7.0 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
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FOR GENRE FANS

Perfect for those who own the base game and want more tactical flexibility in combat. The Celestial Dragon is a lifesaver for bad hands!

Highlights
  • Improves hand management
  • Elegant alternate art
  • Card recycling ability
  • Easy to integrate
Keep in mind
  • Very limited content
  • Requires the base game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you're already a fan of Draco Magi, you know that the struggle for influence and building your arsenal is the core of the experience. This set of promotional cards, which originally surfaced during the Kickstarter campaign, brings that extra 'spice' for those looking to upgrade their gameplay. We aren't talking about a massive expansion that rewrites the manual, but rather specific additions that can shift the dynamic of a battle.

The main highlight here is the Celestial Dragon. You get two copies of this powerful creature, allowing it to be integrated into your overall strategy. The Celestial Dragon's ability is incredibly useful: at the start of a melee battle, it allows you to discard up to three battle cards and draw an equal number of new ones. In other words, if your hand is lackluster or you lack the right cards for a specific clash, the Celestial Dragon acts as a 'filter,' letting you try your luck again to find the winning move.

Beyond the dragon's combat power, the pack includes an alternate art card for 'The Lake' battlefield. This is the kind of item that appeals to collectors and those who want to give their table a fresh look, swapping the standard art for something new without altering the card's function in the game. It's an ideal supplement for players who want to optimize their hand management and have more flexibility during combat, turning the randomness of the draw into something slightly more controllable. If you're looking for more tactical options for your fantasy duels, these promos are the way to go.

Best player count

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Duel · 2 players
2 OK

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Game details

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Creatures: Dragons Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Players: Two-Player Only Games
Publisher Grey Fox Games, Robert Burke Games
Designer Richard Launius, Robert Burke
Artist Kerem Beyit

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the base game to use these cards?
Yes, these cards are supplements and don't work on their own; you need Draco Magi.
What exactly does the Celestial Dragon do?
It allows you to discard up to 3 battle cards and draw an equal number at the start of a melee combat.
Does The Lake card change any rules?
No, it's just alternate art; the card's function remains identical to the original.
Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! If you already know the base game, the new ability is simple and intuitive.
How many cards are included in total?
You get 3 cards: 2 copies of the Celestial Dragon and 1 for The Lake.
How many players is this for?
Since the base game is for 2 players, these cards follow the same duel dynamic.