Dragonscales

About this board game

Dragonscales is a 60-minute game of villainy and treasure-grabbing for 3–5 players, challenging sinister villains to confront Archerex, the lord of Dragons.

Each player takes the role of a formidable villain with unique advantages, tactics, and style. Together, you must attempt to slay the great dragon, but your loose alliance may not last until the end. Archerex’s scales are worth more than gold or gems, making the dragon’s lair a prize worth pursuing.

Success in Dragonscales is not limited to a single path. Work toward multiple victory conditions while competing for treasure and watching for the perfect opportunity to abandon your supposed allies. You might help bring down Archerex, seize valuable rewards, or rush for the exit and leave the others to face the dragon’s rage.

• Players: 3–5
• Play time: approximately 60 minutes
• Core experience: villainy, treasure-grabbing, player interaction, and push-your-luck decisions
• Strategic variety: unique advantages, tactics, styles, and multiple victory conditions

Constant player interaction keeps every decision tense as you devise a devious strategy and push your luck against the other villains. Cooperation may be useful, but trust is never guaranteed when the greatest rewards are waiting inside the dragon’s lair.

Designed by Richard Launius, Dragonscales invites you to prove that you are the most formidable villain at the table. Face Archerex, pursue the treasure, and decide how long your alliance is worth maintaining before making your escape.