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Dragonscales

Arcane Wonders, Dice Tower Essentials · Board game · 2019
7.9 Ludopedia
6.9 BoardGameGeek
3–5 · best 4
60 min
Weight 2.0/5
Year 2019
Minimum age 14+
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7.9 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BoardGameGeek
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Dragonscales is for fans of betrayal, luck, and a dash of chaos. The experience is a rollercoaster of temporary alliances and backstabs, where dice rolls can make or break you. It shines in unpredictable player interactions and the thrill of choosing teamwork or sabotage. Just don't expect deep strategy — this is all about wild fun!

Highlights
  • Juicy backstabbing
  • Hilarious moments
  • Dice tension galore
Keep in mind
  • Light on strategy
  • Luck can frustrate
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Dragonscales, you're a mighty villain, but even you fear Archerex, the dragon lord. Team up with other villains in a shaky alliance to slay the beast and loot its treasure — or betray your allies at the right moment and escape with the spoils! Each player has unique abilities and multiple paths to victory, from killing the dragon to hoarding more treasure than others. With dice rolling, push-your-luck mechanics, and direct 'take that' interactions, the game blends strategy and controlled chaos. Will your greed outweigh your fear of the dragon?

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

1 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–5 players
3 REC
4 BEST
5 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Dice Rolling Push Your Luck Re-rolling and Locking Take That

Categories

Fantasy

Families

Admin: Better Description Needed! Creatures: Dragons Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Series: Dice Tower Essentials
Publisher Arcane Wonders, Dice Tower Essentials
Designer Richard Launius
Artist Stephen Gibson

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

785owners
263wishlist
36want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Best player count?
4-5 players ups the chaos and backstabbing potential.
Is it too luck-based?
Dice matter, but strategic (or sneaky) choices balance it out.
How complex?
Weight 2/5: simple rules with emergent depth from interactions.
Language-dependent?
Yes, cards and components have essential text.
Actual playtime?
About 45-75 minutes, depending on how traitorous folks get.

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