# Dragonscales

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 6.9
- **BGG Rank**: #6426
- **Players**: 3-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Richard Launius
- **Artists**: Stephen Gibson
- **Publishers**: Arcane Wonders, Dice Tower Essentials
- **Categories**: Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Push Your Luck, Re-rolling and Locking, Take That

## Verdict
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!Juicy backstabbingHilarious momentsDice tension galoreLight on strategyLuck can frustrateRECOMMENDED

## Description
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?

## FAQ
### 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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