The Animation Dragon in Dragon City, a coveted hybrid boasting the Light and War elements, is bred through specific combinations of dragons possessing those elements. While there’s no guaranteed combination, the most effective and commonly reported method involves breeding a dragon with the Light element and a dragon with the War element during breeding events or when breeding odds are increased. This article provides a detailed guide on how to increase your chances of breeding this vibrant and powerful dragon.
Understanding the Animation Dragon’s Genetics
The Animation Dragon is a hybrid dragon, meaning it’s created by breeding two dragons with specific elements. Its elemental makeup, Light and War, dictates which dragons are most likely to produce it. The challenge lies in Dragon City’s random breeding mechanic; even with the correct elements, the result isn’t always guaranteed. However, understanding the underlying principles significantly improves your odds.
Key Elements to Consider
- Light Element: This is a crucial component. Dragons possessing only the Light element or dragons with Light as one of their elements are potential candidates for breeding.
- War Element: Similarly, a dragon featuring the War element is essential for completing the breeding pair.
- Breeding Odds: Dragon City frequently hosts breeding events that increase the likelihood of obtaining rare or specific dragons. Take advantage of these events!
- Level of Dragons: The higher the level of your breeding dragons, the better the chance of a successful outcome. Aim for at least Level 15 or higher.
Practical Breeding Strategies
While the exact probability of breeding an Animation Dragon is not explicitly stated by Social Point (the game developers), certain strategies have proven more effective based on community feedback and observed results.
Popular Breeding Pairs
The most reported successful breeding pairs include:
- Light Dragon + War Dragon: A straightforward combination providing direct access to both necessary elements.
- Aurora Dragon + War Dragon: The Aurora Dragon also possesses the Light element, making this another viable option.
- Any Dragon with the Light Element + Any Dragon with the War Element: This is the broadest strategy, allowing you to experiment with different combinations while still focusing on the necessary elements.
Enhancing Your Breeding Chances
Beyond the right dragon pairings, you can further increase your chances by:
- Activating the Breeding Booster: Using gems to activate the Breeding Booster can significantly reduce breeding time and potentially increase the likelihood of rare outcomes.
- Upgrading Your Breeding Structures: Upgrading the Breeding Mountain and Breeding Tree reduces breeding time and may subtly influence breeding outcomes.
- Participating in Breeding Events: As mentioned earlier, breeding events offer increased odds for specific dragons, including potentially the Animation Dragon. Monitor the game announcements closely.
- Patience and Persistence: Breeding is largely based on chance. Don’t be discouraged by initial failures. Continue experimenting with different combinations, and eventually, you’re more likely to succeed.
Monitoring and Responding to Breeding Outcomes
After initiating the breeding process, the egg will appear in the Hatchery. The breeding time provides a clue to the potential dragon contained within the egg. Longer breeding times often indicate rarer dragons.
Understanding Breeding Times
The breeding time for the Animation Dragon is generally around 16 hours. However, this can be reduced by using gems or by having VIP status, which offers breeding time discounts.
What to Do if You Fail
If you don’t get the Animation Dragon on your first try (or subsequent tries), don’t give up!
- Try Different Combinations: Experiment with alternative dragons that possess the Light and War elements.
- Level Up Your Dragons: Increasing the level of your dragons can sometimes influence breeding outcomes.
- Wait for a Breeding Event: Breeding events dramatically improve your chances of obtaining specific dragons.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
FAQ 1: Is there a guaranteed combination to breed the Animation Dragon?
No, there is no guaranteed combination. Dragon City’s breeding mechanics incorporate a degree of randomness. However, using dragons with Light and War elements, especially during breeding events, significantly increases your chances.
FAQ 2: What level should my dragons be for breeding?
Aim for at least Level 15 or higher for your breeding dragons. Higher levels are generally believed to increase the chances of obtaining rarer dragon breeds.
FAQ 3: How long does it take to breed an Animation Dragon?
The breeding time is typically around 16 hours. This duration can be shortened by using gems or having VIP status.
FAQ 4: Can I use the Tree of Life to breed an Animation Dragon?
The Tree of Life is primarily used to empower dragons and learn new skills. It doesn’t directly influence the breeding process for obtaining specific dragons.
FAQ 5: What happens if I breed the wrong dragons?
If you breed dragons that don’t have the necessary elements (Light and War), you’ll get a different dragon. You can continue to try different combinations.
FAQ 6: How do I know if there’s a breeding event happening?
Dragon City announces breeding events through in-game notifications, social media channels (Facebook, Twitter), and the official Dragon City forums.
FAQ 7: Does the rarity of the parent dragons affect the outcome?
Yes, the rarity of the parent dragons can influence the outcome. Using rarer dragons with the Light and War elements may slightly increase your chances of breeding the Animation Dragon, although this isn’t a certainty.
FAQ 8: Can I speed up the breeding process?
Yes, you can use gems to speed up the breeding process. VIP members also receive breeding time discounts.
FAQ 9: What is the best time to breed for rare dragons?
There’s no specific “best time” of day to breed. The outcome is largely determined by the dragons you use and the presence of breeding events. Focus on using the correct elements and taking advantage of increased breeding odds.
FAQ 10: Can I breed an Animation Dragon with another Animation Dragon to get another Animation Dragon?
Yes, once you have one Animation Dragon, you can breed it with another Animation Dragon to increase your chances of getting another one. However, the game mechanics may still introduce other possible outcomes, so it’s not a guaranteed method.
FAQ 11: What is the best way to obtain a War dragon if I don’t have one?
War dragons can be obtained through various methods: purchasing them during special offers in the shop, earning them as rewards in events, or breeding dragons with the War element (for example, using a Volcano Dragon and a Medieval Dragon). Check the Dragon City wiki for more breeding combinations that yield War dragons.
FAQ 12: Is it worth spending gems to try and breed the Animation Dragon?
Whether it’s worth spending gems depends on your individual strategy and gem availability. Using gems to speed up the breeding process or activate the Breeding Booster can increase your chances and reduce waiting time, but it doesn’t guarantee success. Consider the cost-benefit ratio and your overall gaming goals before spending gems.