Riders,
February has been an exciting month for Drakonym, and we've got some major updates to share about new tools and features coming your way.
Herald's Guide Alpha - No...
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Crossed Paths Community Lead 🔮
30 days ago
🐲 February Update
Riders,
Your dragon awaits on new horizons:
Now Available on DriveThruRPG & Itch.io
Drakonym has spread its wings to DriveThruRPG and Itch.io, making it accessible wherev...
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Crossed Paths Community Lead 🔮
about 2 months ago
🐲 January Update
Greetings, Riders!
What a year it's been for Drakonym. We wanted to take a moment to celebrate everything we've accomplished together in 2025 and give you a clear picture of...
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Crossed Paths
3 months ago
🐲 December Update
Happy December Dragon Riders,
As the year comes to a close, we want to send you all our warmest wishes - whether you’re resting, adventuring, or spending time with the people wh...
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Crossed Paths
4 months ago
🐲 November Update
Greetings, Riders,
Happy November! First, thank you to everyone who has been diving into the Drakonym playtest and sharing your feedback so far. 💜 We are excited to say that pl...
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Crossed Paths
5 months ago
🐲 October Update
Greetings, Dragon Riders,
Happy October! 🍂 It’s hard to believe it's been a month since the campaign wrapped - I am still buzzing from the incredible journey we all went on toge...
Happy November! First, thank you to everyone who has been diving into the Drakonym playtest and sharing your feedback so far. 💜 We are excited to say that playtesting is now officially over but we are still taking feedback on Discord!
If you missed our November Update Livestream, you can catch up anytime with the VOD below! 👇
✨ Backerkit Surveys & Pre-Orders
Most of you should have received your Backerkit survey emails by now - if you haven’t, double-check your inboxes and junk folders to confirm your details, add extras, and make sure your pledge is exactly as you’d like it!
Pre-Orders are now open! For a limited time you can hop in and grab Drakonym. There are several bundles available and majority of the Campaign Add-Ons are still here for you to grab so be sure not to miss out!
Ash has put together a set of over 60 Character tokens for you to use at your table! They are now availabe on DriveThruRPG so be sure to grab them and use them in your games. They are perfect for any quick NPCs or even player characters!
✨ Oathfire: An Akeroth Tale
Ready to dive deeper into the fires of Akeroth? 🔥
Explore a tale of two brothers, two dragons, and a promise that could set the skies ablaze. The first chapter of Oathfire: An Akeroth Tale is now live, offering a powerful glimpse into the age of dragons, oaths, and the fragile balance between mercy and fire.
“Broken Oath. Two brothers. Two dragons.
One road that cannot hold them both.
Solen Dawnmark and Garrick Veynar swore an oath on wet stone as boys: to face every storm together. Years later, Solen rides the fire-winged Varkesh, a Pyre Dragon with flame in his bones, while Garrick leads with Serune, a Moon Dragon whose light bends shadows to mercy. Together, they reclaim villages, scatter raiders, and give people reason to believe the road can be safe again.
But victory is fragile, and belief is heavier than steel. Solen’s fire demands justice in ash. Garrick’s oath insists on mercy and work. And when dragons burn each other, the world burns with them.”
🔥 You can experience the full story of Oathfire: An Akeroth Tale on Amazon - available as both an audiobook and Kindle edition:
Our art team has been busy building out more of the world behind Drakonym. Here’s a first look at the WIP for the new Scholar’s Room art - filled with maps, scrolls, and arcane notes.
✨ Major Changes to Drakonym
Over the last month there have been a ton of changes going from Version 0.1 to now Version 0.6. Here are all the Major Changes that have taken place:
Difficulty System Reworked: Heralds can now use Targeted or Freeform Checks, allowing for optional removal of set difficulty (Dx).
New Mechanic – Wild Perks: Temporary, story-safe rewards that offer powerful one-off effects.
Hero Points Overhauled: Players now start each session with 1 Hero Point, which can also be spent to aid allies with +1d6 or a Boon.
Defense Slots Buffed: Players and Dragons now gain additional Defense Slots equal to half their current level.
Unified “Defense” terminology for both players and enemies.
Wound, Scar, and Death rules clarified and streamlined.
New and updated character artwork throughout the book.
All new Character Options
TwoNew Careers:
Merchant
Performer
4 new Advanced Classes and 20 new Subclasses addeNew Careers:
The Exemplar
The Heratic
The Spellbreaker
The Whisper
New Content Releases
Secrets of the Old Gods
Shadows over Verdamere
VTT Tokens
AlchemyVTT Playtest
There will be more to come but Ash has been hard at work taking on all your feedback!
✨ A Note from Ash
I am beyond excited about where Drakonym is. It is a wildly different game to my initial inception and that is due to all of you input and the amazing work of my team.
I love talking about this will you all and also making something amazing with you because at the end of the day you guys are the reason I can do this!
Thank you all for your continued excitement and support as Drakonym takes shape. Every piece of feedback, every survey submitted, and every new art milestone helps us build the world of Akeroth together.
If you’d like to chat with other Dragonbonded, share your theories, or see more behind-the-scenes art, join us in the Drakonym channels on Discord!
February has been an exciting month for Drakonym, and we've got some major updates to share about new tools and features coming your way.
Herald's Guide Alpha - Now in Backers' Hands
Last month, we reached a huge milestone: the Herald's Guide went out to backers in its first alpha version!
This is the GM resource you've been waiting for; packed with tools, guidance, and resources for running Drakonym campaigns. The alpha version gives you an early look at what the Herald's Guide will offer, including advice on building emotionally resonant campaigns, managing the unique mechanics of Drakonym, and creating memorable sessions for your players.
We know this is an alpha release, which means it's still a work in progress. We're actively gathering feedback from backers who've received it, refining the content, and making sure the final version is as polished and useful as possible.
If you've had a chance to dive into the Herald's Guide, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Your feedback is invaluable as we continue development.
Sanctum Integration
Drakonym is also being integrated into Sanctum, our all-in-one digital hub for the Akeroth universe. Sanctum will house everything you need to play and run Drakonym digitally, including:
Dragon databases with full stats and lore
Character creation and management tools
Searchable abilities, traits, and bond mechanics
Resources for GMs running Drakonym campaigns
Sanctum is being built to be the central platform for all things Akeroth, and Drakonym will be a core part of that ecosystem. Whether you're a player tracking your dragon's growth or a GM preparing for a session, Sanctum will have the tools you need in one convenient place.
What's Next
We'll have more detailed updates on Sanctum integration as development continues. We're excited to share more with you!
And as always, we're continuing to refine the Herald's Guide based on your feedback. The alpha is just the beginning, and the final version will be even better.
Thank you for riding with us. The bond between rider and dragon is at the heart of Drakonym, and we're committed to giving you every tool we can to make that bond come alive.
Could someone help me figure out what determines if an attack would cause a light wound, heavy or deadly. I understand parts of it is narrative based, but for example if a player is shot with an arrow is the type of wound based off the tier of damage and number of successes? The rule book explains what each wound level would be(ie. A light wound is a bruise) but in combat how do I determine if something just caused a bruise or more damage.
Hi Team! Congratulations on your new campaign tomorrow, and good luck!
While I'm excited for you, I must admit Legends of Akeroth may not be for me. I am interested in the new dragon stats though. Is there a way for me to support you and get access only to those?
Drakonym has spread its wings to DriveThruRPG and Itch.io, making it accessible wherever you prefer to find your games. The bond between rider and dragon is calling. Answer on your platform of choice.
Mark your calendars! We're hosting a live Drakonym play event in April at the Arcanist's Tavern in London. Experience the game in person, meet fellow riders, and see dragon-bonding adventures come to life at the table. More details coming soon, but if you're in or near London, you won't want to miss this!
Natural Six Actual Play: Now Live
Natural Six's two-part Drakonym actual play series is now available! Watch how the game unfolds at a real table, see the bond system in action, and get inspired for your own adventures.
