Overview
DragonVale is a widely played mobile game from Backflip Studios in which the player manages a dragon park. It focuses primarily on the breeding, hatching, and nurturing of dragons while the player also expands his/her park and undertakes various tasks. One of the most interesting aspects of the game is the number of different types of dragons that a player can collect over time. The Hex dragon in particular is a unique type of a dragon as it is magical in theme, design and mechanics.
The Hex dragon was added into t the game content during the Arcane Pentournament event in 2016 and players were fascinated by the dragon’s history and its unusual visual appearance. The dragon is a blend of diabolical and fantastical elements, and it’s no wonder that such a dragon will fit in any Dragonvale park, this dragon possesses its magic. The Hex dragon will be analyzed in this review as well as all its aspects such as design, stats, breeding mechanics, rarity, combat significance, and its in-game purpose.
Aesthetics and Design
The Hex Dragon is more captivating than the typical fantasy dragons found in the game. The design leans toward the magical and arcane with an unusual color scheme that primarily contains dark purples, blues, and bright yellow. The dragon has a long and quite athletic proportions decorated by the symbols and the runes as though prepared to cast a spell. The horns, wings, and tails of the dragon have protruding shapes that are characteristic of the angular design that the dragon illustrates, indicating a certain magical quality.
The design of the dragon known as Hex does appear to be a sorceress or even a witch. Its luminescent eyes appear otherworldly, while one would say its scales radiate magical energy of some kind. The wing design, decorated with all sorts of patterns and even runes, only adds to the element of magic about it. The Hex Dragon’s design is a mixture of dark fantasy with ancient history which makes it one of the most beautiful dragon to look at in the game.
Most of the players are oftenite swimmers o besseching to the Hex Dragon due to its other factors especially the appearance rather than the abilities. It brings an element of enchanted charm to her DragonVale park, especially when paired with other similarly themed dragons such as the Wizard Dragon or Arcane Dragon. Even the Hex Dragon design makes this dragon compulsive acquisition on the part of collectors and enthusiasts of fantasy.
History
In Dragonvale every dragon has a certain story and so does the Hex Dragon. In the mythos of the game, the Hex Dragon is something of an abomination powered by the primal forces of magic who’s been imprisoned within ancient inscriptions. This dragon could easily bend the very fabric of magic to its whims and lay curses upon those who opposed it.
The story goes on to say that the Hex Dragon is deeply connected with the magic present in the realm of DragonVale. It is further said that his placement in a park increases the potency levels of the other dragons and in fact, alters certain magical processes. The Hex Dragon is prized by many wizards and witches in the world of DragonVale for its unique quality of enhancement of spells and even the most tempestuous of hexes.
The background story of the Hex Dragon is also intriguing, as it adds more character to the dragon, instead of being just a prettier version of other dragons in the game. Players who are into collecting different dragons for narrative purposes within games similar to DragonVale will not be disappointed with the addition of Hex Dragon.
Stats and Abilities
As for the stats, once again, Hex Dragon does not disappoint. Firstly, it is regarded as a ‘rare dragon’, therefore its base stats, as well as abilities, are above average rare compared to regular dragons. The main element associated with the Hex Dragon is Magic and the secondary element found is Dark. Such elemental attachments enhances its usefulness especially in war fights and in breeding.
Base Stats (Level 1):
Health: 800
Attack: 65
Element: Magic / Dark
Rarity: Rare
Income Rate: 35 DragonCash per minute
Max Stats (Level 20):
Health: 12,500
Attack: 860
Income Rate: 190 DragonCash per minute
The Hex Dragon has very good game stats, making it one of the strongest magic dragons in Gaia, especially if the dragon is fully leveled up. It has good health and good attack stats, which enables it to compete in the arena without being domed. However she is better of in magical events or contests that involve use of powerful -magic able to squash other dragons.
Besides that the Hex Dragon also has great battle statistics and a unique ability “Hex Bolt” that is used in combats against other dragons to inflict more damage on them. This ability can be useful in changing the course of an ongoing battle, particularly in longer battles where continued magical damage is significant to winning.
At Breeding tips
The Hex dragon belongs to the rare category of dragons and as such, it is quite hard to breed. For a hex dragon, it means that the correct combination of Magic and Dark element must be used along with the specific other immortal dragons. There are a couple of combinations that players may take advantage of, but one of the most practical options is to breed a Wizard Dragon with a Nightshade Dragon. The incubation period for the Hex Dragon can last around 22 hours, and this period can be lessened by players availing themselves of some game boosts or special items.
Due to its difficult to find nature, lots of players tend to invest a lot of time and resources in trying to breed the Hex Dragon. It is one of those dragons that engraves a deep sense of fulfillment to the players who manage to get it owing to how challenging its breeding standards are. Contrarily, such exertion is not in vain for those who would like to fill their park with another stunning yet ruthless dragon.
As for those players who keep struggling to breed the Hex Dragon, it can also sometimes be found in special events or the shop for gems. This allows the players to be able to get the dragon in other ways even if the breeding luck does not come to them.
Usefulness in Fighting and Events Screens
The Hex Dragon is also a good warrior unit in DragonVale while also taking part in other game events which require the use of magic, more so. In fact, Its Hex Bolt attack can inflict high damage, especially against any opponent that has magic or dark damage weaknesses. This Dragon possesses a great amount of health along with strong magical prowess allowing it to be a versatile fighter suited to various types of enemies.
Though the Hex Dragon boasts powerful combat skills, its major strength is portrayed in special magic-themed events, where it can be utilized effectively. In a player’s park, the designer’s presence increases the amounts of event-specific resources or benefits, thus, aiding the player in fulfilling certain event objectives. For instance, in the Arcane Pentournament, the Hex Dragon provided players with a bonus in the event currency and facilitated the achievement of event-specific goals.
In a nutshell, the Hex Dragon is not one of those dragons whose only purpose is to serve as an ornamental piece; it serves a critical purpose in battle and in events, hence it is an important item in the collection of any serious player of DragonVale.
Rarity and Value
As I previously hinted, the Hex Dragon’s aesthetics and desirability are accentuated by its scarcity. Its limited availability makes it one of the most coveted dragons by the collectors and completionists of the DragonVale fandom. It is also worth noting that players can only breed this dragon by using certain combinations of Magic and Dark dragons which adds to the thrill of game because, eventually, players will get it.
When it comes to valuing the Hex dragon, he is found to be one of those rare dragons with higher value. In view of the fact that it has strong fighting skills, it also has a good potential additional income, which is above average in comparison with other dragons. At the maximum level of the Hex Dragon, he is a good earning dragon; earnings which will be useful to help players enhance their parks and raise even more hard to find dragons.
Hex Dragon in the DragonVale Community
Among the players of DragonVale, the Hex Dragon has become that dragon which many see the concept of a cult towards it. Players always provide information about breeding, strategies, and examples of the results of successful breeding of the Hex Dragon, events including it. It’s one of those dragons which because of its beauty as well as relative scarcity, players love to put in their parks.
There is also a decent amount of fan art and lore expansion that has been made by the players concerning the Hex Dragon. Some took it a step further and even imagined their own version of the dragon’s backstory. The level of involvement of the community proves how much the Hex Dragon is liked and appreciated as one of the creatures in DragonVale.
Conclusion
The Hex Dragon is yet another worthy dragon character enhancement over the already myriad collection of dragons in DragonVale. Favorably, their attractiveness, strong stats, magical skills, unique selling aspects in terms of breeding makes them a crowd drawer. Whether you are the kind that loves completing your dragon collections or the one who seeks strong competitors for battles, the Hex Dragon is a necessary item.
From its overall look, magical fantasy, use for battle, and final events, a lot of things are expected from the Hex Dragon. This is not merely a post occupied by a pretty dragon in the park; rather, this is a proactive and adaptable being who will assist you in conquering numerous challenges in the game. Players who love mythical creatures and the element of collecting, managed to breed or buy this dragon, won’t regret all the energy spent for their sake.
Despite being one of the overlooked dragons in DragonVale, the Hex Dragon still ignites the imagination of the players with its strange tales, hidden powers, and beautiful looks. The charms of the Hex Dragon will appeal to all – be you a leisurely player or a seasoned DragonVale pro – and it will find a special place in your park.