The third anniversary of Call of Dragons isn’t just another filler update—it’s one of those rare patches that actually shakes up how people play. New infantry meta shifts, event overload, resource drains (yes, your gems are in danger), and even a dragon system tease… this update is stacked.
Let’s break it down properly so you don’t log in blind and waste value.
New G5 Infantry Hero – “Winter Soldier” (Captain Tamaris)
This is easily the headline feature.
From what’s revealed, Captain Tamaris is shaping up to be:
- Infantry-based
- Mobility talent tree
- Likely shield-focused kit (possibly high shield factor)
Now here’s why that matters more than it looks on paper:
Most infantry units in Call of Dragons are slower and more defensive. Adding mobility into the mix changes open-field dynamics completely. You’re no longer stuck reacting—you can actually engage, chase, and reposition like cavalry players do.
If the shield speculation is true (around ~2000 factor), expect:
- Strong frontline survivability
- Synergy with tank pets like Frostbear
- More aggressive infantry plays instead of passive tanking
What really got my attention is the potential meta shift:
- Instead of 5 cavalry marches, players might run:
- 2 Infantry + 3 Cavalry
- This is huge for players who don’t have full cav setups
If you’ve been sitting on infantry investments… this is your moment.
Anniversary Event Calendar
There are a lot of events, but not all deserve equal attention. Let’s separate the hype from actual value.
High-Value Events (Do NOT Skip)
Artifact Extravaganza
- Costs around 60,000 gems
- Lets you pick a specific artifact
- Easily one of the best long-term investments
If you’ve ever said “I’ll save gems later”… this is what you were saving for.
Arms Exchange
- Convert unused troops (yes, archers…) into better ones
- Massive efficiency boost for account optimization
Real talk—this event is going to delete a lot of archer accounts overnight.
Exchange Coin Multiplier
- Boosts value of exchange currency
- Perfect timing to upgrade pets or key systems
Mid-Tier Events
Lucky Flip
- RNG-heavy but often includes cosmetics + decent rewards
Treasure Hunt / Mystery Box
- Standard event loop, decent value if you play actively
Comrades in Arms
- Invite or reuse alt/farm accounts for rewards
If you’ve got inactive accounts lying around… this is free value.
Flavor / Fun Events
Poetic Pursuit
- Puzzle-style event with clue solving
- Rewards include hero tokens and speedups
Heptaki Wars
- Territory-based gameplay mode
- Could be fun if rewards are tuned well
Sounds of Joy
- Audio-based guessing event (yes, really)
- Pick correct boxes for better loot
These aren’t must-grind events, but skipping them entirely would still hurt your progression a bit.
New Scenario
This one feels like a teaser for something bigger.
What we know:
- You can train a dragon (Thunder Drake)
- Likely tied to that mysterious black egg
- Includes siege or large-scale combat elements
If implemented well, this could:
- Add a new combat layer (pets + dragons)
- Change PvP strategies entirely
- Introduce long-term progression systems
Right now, it’s more “wait and see”—but definitely something to keep an eye on.
New City Themes & Buffs
Anniversary also brings new cosmetic + stat combos:
- Cavalry Theme
- +10% defense penetration
- Additional bonus with adornments
- Magic Unit Theme
- +10% attack
- Epic Theme
- +5% HP for magic units
These are not just visual upgrades—they’re stat boosts that can influence your build decisions.
If you main cavalry or magic units, these themes are actually worth chasing.
Anniversary Free Rewards & RNG Gifts
You’ll also get:
- Login-based gem rewards (up to ~2026 gems)
- Gift codes (small but free loot)
- Cosmetic rewards (frames, nameplates)
Let’s be honest—most players won’t hit the jackpot rewards, but it’s still free progression.
Hidden Impact
Now for the part most guides don’t talk about.
This update quietly shifts three major things:
1. Infantry Is No Longer “Slow Meta”
Mobility + shielding = aggressive infantry gameplay
2. Archers Are in Trouble
With Arms Exchange + lack of buffs:
- Many players will convert archers entirely
- Infantry and cavalry dominance increases
3. Resource Management Becomes Critical
Between:
- Artifact event (60k gems)
- Skins
- Exchanges
You cannot afford to spend randomly anymore.
