The Dragonlord Awakens August 2

There are forces in the Realm even the elements respect. And now, one of them awakens.

Launching August 2 (yes, 2025), Dragonlord is a 13-card mini set showcasing the legendary artistry of Ed Beard Jr. - a collection of hand-painted dragons and draconic-themed cards unlike anything Sorcery: Contested Realm has seen before. Whether you’re a seasoned Sorcerer, or an upcoming apprentice, Dragonlord is your invitation to command ancient power and forge new tales in flame, storm, and scale.

What’s Inside the Dragonlord Mini Set

Each box includes a full playset of Dragonlord cards, featuring 13 functionally unique dragon-themed cards and 1 random premium holographic foil card from the set.

Inside you’ll discover:

• Hand-Painted Masterpieces: Each card reproduces Ed Beard Jr.’s meticulously hand-painted art, vividly bringing his legendary dragon-themed narratives to life.
• Dynamic New Avatar - the Dragonlord: Take control of Sorcery’s most dynamic Avatar yet, harnessing the power of unique dragon aspects to reshape your strategic deckbuilding and gameplay.
• A Treasure Hoard of Power: Every 14 card-Dragonlord box contains 13 functionally unique dragon-themed cards, and a premium foil card randomly selected from the set.
• Rich Narrative Gameplay: Embark on bold adventures and legendary battles that deepen your experience and the thematic stories you tell in the Realm.

Where to Find the Dragonlord Mini Set

Dragonlord (MSRP: $59) will be available in limited quantities through the following channels:

• Distribution: Starting July 7th, stores can preorder from our distribution partners.
• Cornerstone Stores: One Dragonlord mini set has been provided as a championship prize to stores awarded the first round of Cornerstone allocation.
• Direct Purchase: Available through our partners at Team Covenant.
• Erik’s Curiosa Events: Pick up Dragonlord at Erik’s Curiosa events throughout the year, including Gen Con, Pax Australia, and other forthcoming appearances.
• Ed Beard Jr. is offering signed boxes via his website www.edbeardjr.com
  

Dragonlord Debuts at Gen Con

Experience Dragonlord first at Gen Con, North America’s largest tabletop gaming convention. Meet the Erik’s Curiosa team and Ed Beard Jr. in person. Ed will be at the Sorcery booth (#1460) signing cards and offering exclusive prints. The Dragonlord Avatar and dragons will also be playable at Gen Con scheduled events.

Adtonitum Rises

To celebrate the countdown to Gen Con and the launch of Dragonlord, we’re revealing the art for Adtonitum, a high speed force of raw elemental energy, capable of shattering the sound barrier and soaring into the stratosphere.

“In the Dragonlord universe,” explains artist Ed Beard Jr., “The Dragonlord created Adtonitum using both organic and advanced cybergenetic metallic materials.” Designed to channel massive arcs of lightning into the skies above the Dragonlord’s lair, her kind is necessary to channel the vast amount of electrical energy used in the Dragonlord's birthing chamber as depicted, in the Cradle of Etherrum.

“She was the first of her kind,” shares Beard. “As an outlier due to her biological makeup, she and her kind were not immediately embraced… until the Dragonlord perfected both organic and metallic infusion.”

Unlike Beard’s gnarlier dragons like Ignis Rex or Kairos the Archivist, Adtonitum is rendered with “tapered, slender, more feminine lines and structure,” Beard notes. I also wanted to present a color palette that was unique and rarely seen - showing the blood reds, metallic silver-blue cyan, and intense purple.” Her pose and presence pay subtle homage to “my son’s generation of the early 2010s - a cross between comics and fantasy art.”

Like all of Beard’s dragons, Adtonitum is crafted using traditional airbrush methods and brush techniques - pure, physical artistry.

“Made by hand,” Beard says, “is the same category of meaning that signals ‘craftsmanship’ and the production of a one-of-a-kind hand painted tangible original artwork… created the ‘hard way.’

We’re honored to have dedicated traditional artists like Ed Beard Jr. as part of Sorcery: Contested Realm, bringing bold vision and artistry to life in the Realm.

Enter the Realm of the Dragonlord

With the ability to take on the aspect of Unique Dragons, the Dragonlord Avatar is able to manifest a wide range of potent abilities, unlocking multiple playstyles and a variety of strategies. With this set alone, there are multiple unique dragons that allow players to explore the possibilities and powers of the Dragonlord. Perfect for thematic play, and leveling up your Beta Preconstructed Decks.

Answer the Call of the Dragonlord

Are you planning a Dragonlord launch celebration with your friends, store, or community?

Show us how you bring the Dragonlord to life! Between August 1-11, share your most creative or thematic Dragonlord-themed event, play session, or creative display on social media using the hashtag #DragonlordAwakens

Whether it’s a kitchen-table duel with dragon decor, a Beta Preconstructed tournament infused with Dragonlord, or a celebration that channels the spirit of the set - we want to see it!

Post a photo on Facebook, Instagram, X, or Bluesky, and tag us! Just be sure to include #DragonlordAwakens so we can find your entry.

We’ll choose our three favorite submissions to receive a signed copy of the Dragonlord mini set, autographed by Sorcery: Contested Realm creator Erik Olofsson and members of the Erik’s Curiosa design team.

The Realm is watching! Show us what legends look like!

Harness Draconic Might

Whether you’re looking to unleash a new Avatar, or simply want to witness what handcrafted dragons look like in action, Dragonlord is your chance to soar.

Stay tuned for more reveals in the coming weeks as Gen Con and the launch of Dragonlord approaches - and prepare to harness the power of Dragons!