Sunfyre, the Golden, is counted among the most magnificent dragons ever to take wing, his scales shining like beaten gold and his pale fire bright enough to shame the dawn. In sunlight he seems less a beast than a living treasure, each sweep of his wings scattering radiance across the sky.
Yet splendor has never softened him. Bound to Aegon II Targaryen, this dragon carries a pride as fierce as his flame, regal in ascent and devastating in wrath.
Today, let us dive into one of the newest dragons to be introduced to Game of Thrones: Dragonfire: Sunfyre.
Gameplay Details
Sunfyre is a Legendary Tactical Sentinel who turns incoming pressure into team value. He deals steady Tactical Damage, strengthens allies as his troop count falls, and becomes more dangerous when wounded. Adding Fire Damage and Burn at lower troop thresholds. He is especially effective against Fire-focused enemies, reducing their output while punishing them for targeting his team.
He performs best in extended fights and rewards teams that can capitalize on his ability to grow stronger in long battles. His defensive tools help ensure he stays in the fight as long as possible.
When playing with Sunfyre
- Use him in longer fights.
- His value increases as his troop count drops and more of his habits come online.
- Pair him with strong carriers.
- He buffs allies and helps maintain offensive momentum.
- Leverage his abilities against Fire Damage armies.
- He is especially strong against teams that rely on Fire Damage.
Abilities
Sunfyre deals steady Tactical Damage, strengthens allies as his troop count falls, and becomes more dangerous when wounded, adding Fire Damage and Burn at lower troop thresholds. Take note of the following Commands and Habits and use them to your advantage!
Command: Golden Wrath
Rounds 1, 4, 7, 10
- Deal Tactical Damage to 1 enemy in the same lane.
If you are below 75% Troop Capacity
- Also Deal Tactical Damage to a 2nd enemy within adjacency.
If you are below 50% Troop Capacity
- Also Deal Fire Damage to the same targets and there is a chance to afflict each target with Burn for 2 rounds.
Habits
Habit 1: Radiant Majesty
- Start of Each Round: Increase the Damage Dealt of the other ally with the most troops until the end of the round.
- If you are below 75% Troop Capacity, apply this effect to both other allies instead.
- If you are below 50% Troop Capacity, also apply this effect to yourself.
Habit 2: Extinguish
- Start of Combat: Reduce the Fire Damage Dealt of 1 enemy that deals Fire Damage until the end of combat.
Habit 3: The King’s Ire
- Each Round: The first time any ally receives Fire Damage, deal Tactical Damage to 1 enemy that deals Fire Damage. Additionally, chance to reduce the target’s Intelligence (enhanced by Instincts) for 2 rounds.
Habit 4: Unbroken Splendor
- Start of Combat: Reduce your Fire Damage Received until the end of combat.
- Start of Each Round: If you are below 50% Troop Capacity, reduce your Damage Received until the end of the round. Additionally, there is a chance to Cleanse 1 Negative effect that increases your Damage Received (prioritizes Vulnerable).
Habit 5: Adaptive Glory
- The first time you receive damage each round:
- If it was Fire Damage, apply Recovery (enhanced by Instincts) to yourself
- If it was Tactical Damage, increase the Damage Dealt of the ally with the most troops for 1 round
- If it was Physical Damage (excluding Basic Attacks), reduce the Damage Dealt of the enemy with the most troops for 1 round
- If it was a Basic Attack, increase your Instincts and Initiative for 1 round
The Dragon Pit
Visit the Dragon Pit, and learn more about the Abilities, Habits and Commands of other Dragons!
A Guide to Dragons
Caring for one’s dragon is a remarkable feat. Over many years of training, Elder Angar had learned the secret arts of hatching that had been closely guarded by only the most trusted in Targaryen service. Now he passes that knowledge to you.
Want to learn more about how to improve all your dragons? Dive into detail about how to hatch and grow your dragons to become formidable foes throughout the seven kingdoms through our Guide to Dragons!
