A Prelude to War: Tension Before the Clash
The calm before the storm rarely stays calm for long in the land of Tamaris. As the dust of preparation settles, two colossal factions brace for their first true test in Season of Strife 5. The battlefield? A brutal war zone in Call of Dragons, where alliances aren’t just symbolic — they are lifelines.
The air crackled with anticipation as SHPZ (Stale Heel Pirates) and EIS aligned themselves with the formidable warriors of Ace. Their mission? To push back against two behemoth enemies: Nova Avengers (30NB) and Ashes to Glory (ASH). The power balance was anything but even. SHPZ and EIS combined held around 11 billion power, dwarfed by Ace’s staggering 24 billion. Yet across the field, 30NB and ASH loomed dangerously with 23 and 20 billion power, respectively. A juggernaut fight was inevitable.
The Battlefield Blueprint: Positioning, Buffs, and Strategy
Strategically, both sides anchored themselves around their spires, preparing to clash over territory and dominance. What made this confrontation particularly intriguing was the buff timing. The Nova Avengers and Ashes had already activated their building buffs, granting them aggressive forward momentum. In contrast, Ace and the Pirates were holding theirs back, strategically biding time for maximum impact.
This hesitation wasn’t indecision. It was tactical patience. These buffs are crucial early in KVK, giving players a speed advantage in constructing forward bases to edge closer to the heart of combat. Using them too early or too late could mean the difference between launching assaults or getting steamrolled.
A Fighter’s Perspective: From Tier 4 to the Frontlines
On a personal level, the stakes were daunting. As a Tier 4 player, participating in a fight of this magnitude felt like diving headfirst into a dragon's mouth. The frontline was composed of maxed-out enemies — Tier 5 veterans wielding three-star war pets and fully upgraded hero pairs.
In the previous KVK, I had fought tooth and nail to earn 12 million merits, a feat made possible through persistence, timing, and just a bit of luck. But in Season 5, with enemy ranks filled with high-tier monsters, even aiming for 20k merits felt ambitious. In the back of my mind, I knew: a single misstep would mean losing troops I could ill afford.
The March Begins: Ace and Pirates Unite in Motion
With the opening signal given, the battlefield buzzed with life. Ace and the Stale Heel Pirates advanced, carving their way toward enemy lines.
I could sense the weight of the coming storm. Both sides maneuvered with disciplined aggression, poking at weak points, testing defenses, and attempting to bait a mistake. But this wasn’t just about brute force. This was a test of coordination, timing, and tech-savvy awareness.
And of course, lag.
With dozens — maybe hundreds — of players converging in real time, every click became a gamble. Clicking on an enemy sometimes meant targeting someone already dead. Many opponents vanished before my screen even registered the hit.
The First Clash: Chaos Wrapped in Strategy
Then, like a cannon blast, it began.
Dozens of legions charged into the fray. Spells flew. Units clashed. The entire field lit up in a kaleidoscope of combat animation. It was beautiful and horrifying. Every unit I clicked was already a corpse. Every advance I made put me deeper into a tangle of enemy fire.
My focus? Survive. Attack. Contribute. Repeat.
With Musang paired with Thea, I had an archer build designed for sharp, decisive strikes. Despite the chaos, I leaned into my loadout. Archers were fragile but lethal, especially when using the Wyvern units — often underappreciated by the meta chasers.
Yes, Celestials had higher base attack. But Wyverns weren’t as weak as most assumed. Mobility, range, and raw presence on the field counted for something, especially when you were constantly switching targets or adjusting position. The real bottleneck in any KVK wasn’t necessarily troop type — it was troop availability.
Merit Madness: Earning in a Crowd
Fighting in these massive clashes isn’t as simple as just showing up. Merit farming requires more than just hitting anything that moves. You need to:
Time your attacks.
Pick weakened or distracted targets.
Know when to fall back and when to press.
But with the lag monster in full swing, even targeting was a chore. I found myself tapping enemies that would die before the animation could finish. The biggest challenge wasn’t my Tier 4 status — it was getting any hits to register.
Still, I adapted. Positioning was everything. I moved around the flanks. I stayed slightly behind the primary push. I tried baiting cavaliers or ranged mages into overextending. Every skirmish became a mini-game of survival and timing.
Facing Maxed-Out Monsters: What It Feels Like
Let’s make one thing clear. Fighting a maxed Tier 5 player with fully ascended heroes, three-star war pets, and synergized equipment sets while you’re still Tier 4 is not a fair fight. It’s like bringing a sharpened stick to a gunfight.
Yet that’s what made the battle thrilling.
I wasn’t going to top the merit boards. I knew that. But I also knew how to survive. I knew how to dodge, harass, support, and make my units count. In many ways, this wasn’t just about results. It was about proving to myself I could stand in the same storm as the veterans.
The Technology Gap: Lag, Frames, and Missed Kills
Let’s talk about something every mobile warrior faces but rarely admits: hardware struggles.
Streaming? Forget it. My laptop was good enough to record, but broadcasting this carnage live was out of the question. Between frame drops, screen freezes, and commands not registering, even moving my troops felt like a risk.
I lost more merits to lag than to enemy sword.
That’s the truth of large-scale warfare in Call of Dragons. When a hundred players flood a server with attack animations and hero activations, the software doesn’t always keep up.
Live or Die: Chasing Merits in Real Time
At one point, I saw an opening. A few scattered cavalry units were retreating. Vulnerable. Exposed.
I pounced.
Finally, clean targets. The damage rolled in, and I even started seeing real impact. Then came the price: I got flagged. A high-level infantry zeroed in on me.
I tried to run. My alliance members tried to shield me. But I knew I had crossed the line. I had gotten greedy. That one overcommitment cost me dearly. A reminder: in KVK, discipline > ambition.
But I had no regrets.
Aftermath: Checking the Merits, Checking the Damage
When the dust settled and Musang limped back to base, I finally checked the merit report.
Not 45k. Not 30k. But around 21,700.
Not bad. Not amazing. But for what I had endured — the lag, the T5 monsters, the tech hurdles — it was a victory.
Lessons from the First Fight: What Season 5 Is Teaching Us
This wasn’t just about one battle. This was about learning:
How to fight smart, not just hard.
How to position with intention, not impulse.
How to play to your strengths, even when you’re outgunned.
Season of Strife 5 is shaping up to be brutal. But also beautiful. The map is alive. The alliances are hungry. And most of all, the PvP gameplay, which has always been Call of Dragons' most magnetic feature, is running at full tilt.
The Road Ahead: Gathering, Streaming, Fighting More
We’re regrouping. The alliance is stirring again. More marches. More maneuvers. More madness.
If you’re watching from the sidelines or prepping your own faction for a similar war, take this as a window into the gritty, unfiltered reality of Call of Dragons Season 5.
The glory isn’t just in the kills. It’s in the survival, the struggle, the adaptation.
There will be more fights. There will be more streams. And yes, there will be more lag.
But that’s KVK. That’s the Season of Strife. That’s the game.
Stay tuned.
FAQ – Call of Dragons: Season 5 PvP War
What is Call of Dragons Season 5: Season of Strife?
Season 5 introduces intense cross-kingdom warfare with upgraded mechanics, massive PvP battles, and expanded strategic objectives.
Who are the main alliances involved in the first war?
The major alliances are SHPZ (Stale Heel Pirates) and EIS allied with Ace, facing off against Nova Avengers (30NB) and Ashes to Glory (ASH).
What power levels are these alliances operating at?
SHPZ and EIS combined sit at ~11 billion power. Ace has 24 billion. Their enemies 30NB and ASH have 23 billion and 20 billion respectively.
What’s the difference between Tier 4 and Tier 5 troops?
Tier 5 troops have higher base stats, increased survivability, and deal more damage. Tier 4 troops are more common but at a disadvantage in elite PvP.
Why is the building buff important?
The building buff accelerates base construction early in KVK, allowing alliances to reach strategic zones faster and pressure enemy lines.
What is a good way to earn merits during these fights?
Positioning is key. Target weakened units, stay near your alliance, and avoid overextending into enemy lines. Avoid lag-heavy zones when possible.
What are Wyverns and Celestials?
They are troop types in the game. Celestials are known for higher physical attack, while Wyverns offer better troop efficiency and mobility.
Why is lag such a problem in these battles?
Large-scale PvP with hundreds of players strains both server and device resources. Many attacks fail to register due to frame drops or input delay.
Is Call of Dragons PvP friendly for lower-tier players?
Yes, but lower-tier players must play smart. Target opportunities, support stronger allies, and avoid head-on fights with Tier 5 opponents.
Will there be more fights and content from this KVK?
Absolutely. The author intends to stream and document more PvP gameplay, highlighting the dynamics, strategy, and drama of large-scale conflict.
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