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Introduction

Another post in this series. Thank you for your support in the previous posts 😊

This series intends to determine if there are other aspects of cards that may contribute to increasing its value. Based on your feedback I can focus on more/other things – so feel free to tell me where you want me to go into further detail.
I include some analysis on where the cards fit in terms of gameplay, strategy, comparison with other cards, and a market analysis of its price. Feel free to suggest what more do you want me to look into in this series, and your support is much appreciated!
In this edition I will be looking at the Dragon Jumper.

Gameplay Analysis

Dragon Jumper is a Legendary Dragon Monster from the Untamed set in Splinterlands. It is a fast, high-damage melee assassin with Opportunity, allowing it to strike the weakest enemy first. With a combination of Flying, Snare, and Stun, Dragon Jumper is one of the most dangerous backline eliminators in the game.

Mana Cost: 7
Attack Type: Melee
Abilities by Level
Level 1: Opportunity (Targets the enemy Monster with the lowest health, making it a deadly assassin)
Level 1: Flying (Increases evasion against non-Flying enemies, improving survivability)
Level 2: Snare (Removes Flying from enemy Monsters and prevents them from dodging attacks)
Level 3: Stun (Has a chance to stun the target, preventing it from attacking on the next turn)

Level-Based Insights

Level 1: Opportunity allows it to quickly eliminate weak enemy units, while Flying provides extra evasion.
Level 2: Snare makes it an anti-Flying specialist, ensuring it lands attacks against evasive enemies.
Level 3: Stun adds crowd control, giving it a chance to disable enemies and disrupt the opponent’s strategy.
Level 4: Max stats, making it one of the best offensive melee assassins in the game.

Comparative Analysis

How does this card compare to other similar ones?

Vs. Uraeus (Neutral - 3 Mana): Uraeus has Sneak and Poison, making it a strong backline killer, but Dragon Jumper hits harder, attacks faster, and has Stun for disruption.
Vs. Carnage Titan (Dragon - 9 Mana): Carnage Titan is a double-strike tank, while Dragon Jumper focuses on eliminating the weakest enemy quickly.
Vs. Silent Sha-Vi (Death - 5 Mana): Silent Sha-Vi has Sneak and high speed, but Dragon Jumper deals more damage, has better survivability, and brings Stun to the fight.

Key Takeaway
Dragon Jumper is a high-speed, high-damage assassin that targets weak enemies with Opportunity. Its Flying, Snare, and Stun make it a versatile and deadly attacker, excelling at disrupting enemy backlines and neutralizing evasive threats.

Synergies

Quix the Devious (Dragon Summoner): Reduces enemy Ranged and Speed, making Dragon Jumper even deadlier.
Brighton Bloom (Dragon Summoner): Gives all Monsters Flying, improving Dragon Jumper’s survivability even more.
Djinn Chwala (Dragon Tank): Acts as a frontline tank while Dragon Jumper eliminates weaker enemies.
Soulstorm (Death Monster): Another high-speed attacker that benefits from anti-Flying strategies.

Ruleset Performance

✅ Favorable Rulesets:
Equal Opportunity: All Monsters get Opportunity, but Dragon Jumper’s high speed makes it attack first.
Super Sneak: Allows it to target the backline while maintaining its assassin role.
Taking Sides: Strong due to being a Dragon card, which can be used with multiple splinters.

❌ Challenging Rulesets:
Reverse Speed: Its high speed becomes a disadvantage.
Noxious Fumes: Lacks Immunity or Self-Heal, making it vulnerable to Poison.
Broken Arrows: Doesn’t directly affect Dragon Jumper, but it may reduce ranged threats, limiting its effectiveness.

Market Analysis

Price Overview
Regular Foil: around $ 3
Gold Foil: around $ 98

Investment Potential
Dragon Jumper is a top-tier Opportunity attacker with strong offensive abilities and disruption tools. Its speed, high attack, and Stun ability make it a valuable long-term investment, particularly in aggressive Dragon-based strategies.

Ratings

Usefulness: 9.5/10 (One of the best Opportunity Monsters in the game)
Cost-Effectiveness: 8/10 (Expensive but worth it for competitive play)
Versatility: 9/10 (Works in many rulesets and can be used across multiple splinters)

Conclusion

Dragon Jumper is a high-speed, high-damage melee assassin with Opportunity, Stun, and Snare, making it a devastating force in eliminating enemy backlines. If you’re looking for a fast, powerful, and disruptive melee unit, Dragon Jumper is a must-have for Dragon lineups.

What do you think about this card? Do you use it in your lineups? Share your experiences in the comments and let me know which card you'd like me to analyze next!
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