Reach 600 Dragon Power Quick
If you’re starting out in Merge Dragons, hitting 600 Dragon Power can feel like a daunting goal. I’ve been there—watching that number inch up at a snail’s pace while unlocking cool camp rewards, wondering how to speed things up. The good news? With a smart approach, you can reach 600 Dragon Power way faster than you’d expect. This guide walks you through tried-and-tested tips and some personal insights from my own journey.
Understanding Dragon Power
First, let’s clarify what Dragon Power is. Every dragon you own—hatched or merged—adds to your camp’s total Dragon Power. Higher-level dragons contribute more power, so merging to upgrade your dragons is crucial. The 600 mark is pivotal because it unlocks the Dens feature, additional land for your camp, and a real money payout if you’re using one of the apps that pay you for reaching milestones in the game.
I still remember feeling stuck at around 430 Dragon Power. After some research and tweaking my playstyle, I saw that optimizing what dragons you hatch and how you manage your merges makes all the difference.
- Hatch new dragons regularly
- Merging dragons increases power faster than hoarding eggs
- Focus on acquiring higher-value dragons early
Prioritize Levels with Dragon Egg Rewards
When I first started, I wasted time replaying levels with no egg rewards. To make the fastest gains, focus your energy on levels that drop dragon eggs. Each new egg lets you build out your dragon collection or merge for higher-level dragons.
- Levels 1-50: These early levels introduce you to egg drops. Search for ones that reward dragon eggs or nests for beating goals.
- Challenge Levels: Many challenges (marked with a purple star) yield multiple eggs.
- Secret Levels: Certain levels contain secret stages or hidden eggs—look up walkthroughs online to uncover them.
Merging for Maximum Dragon Power
Don’t just hatch every single egg as soon as you get it! The biggest boost to your dragon power comes from merging three or five of the same dragon to get a higher-level dragon. Each upgrade gives a much larger jump in Dragon Power than individual Tier 1 hatchlings.
- Merge in groups of five when possible for best returns
- Resist the urge to merge only three eggs—five yields two upgraded dragons instead of one
- Keep your dragons organized, so you don’t accidentally merge a random three
I once merged three Rock Dragon eggs too early, missing out on the extra dragon I would’ve got from merging five. Don’t make my mistake—patience here saves you a lot of time.
Focus on Cheap, Farmable Dragon Types
Some dragons are much easier to farm than others. Don’t get sidetracked by rare dragons you might see in the shop or events—stick to these for the fastest 600 Dragon Power gain:
- Grass Dragons
- Rock Dragons
- Life Dragons
- Dragon Trees (Fruit Dragons)
Play their respective farmable levels for egg chests and watch your camp fill up quickly. These dragons pop up often in regular levels, challenges, and chests from events.
Efficient Use of Chalices
Chalices (the “energy” system) limit how often you can replay levels, so spend them on the most egg-productive levels possible. Here’s how I optimize my chalices each day:
- Look up egg-rewarding levels that cost 1-3 chalices to play
- Replay them until you’ve used up available chalices
- Clear event levels for bulk egg rewards when they appear
If you don’t want to track this manually, try using a reference like this Merge Dragons Level Rewards sheet. I wish I found that resource earlier—it saved me hours of inefficient grinding.
Crack Open Dragon Egg Chests
You’ll often receive Dragon Egg Chests from beating levels and completing camp tasks. These can sometimes be tricky because they require Dragon Gems to open, but you occasionally get “free” chests or discounted unlocks during events.
- Open free or discounted chests as soon as possible
- Prioritize chests that give farmable dragons
- Save up gems for bulk chest sales or must-have eggs
I got lucky with a rare event where chests cost half price—instantly spiked my Dragon Power by 80 after a few merges. It pays to watch for those deals.
Don’t Ignore Camp Rewards and Daily Quests
Many players forget about the free eggs, dragons, and chests rewarded via daily quests, star rewards, and camp completion bonuses. These don’t cost chalices, so they’re a “free” boost every day.
- Clear daily quests to fill the progress bar for bonus chests
- Collect level-up rewards in your camp—often contains dragon eggs
- Link to events and seasons for occasional egg and dragon drops
A friend of mine reached 600 Dragon Power with hardly any grinding just by consistently doing her dailies for two weeks. It takes a minute each session and adds up more than you realize.
Work Events for Big Progress
Merge Dragons hosts special events with exclusive dragons, mass egg drops, and chests. If you’re participating in an event, push as far as you can. Rewards from even the first few milestone chests often include rare eggs and lots of power boosts.
- Complete event tasks whenever you have time
- Focus on lower milestones if you have limited time
- Merge all your event dragons immediately to maximize Dragon Power
In one ancient event I focused only on the first 6 rewards and ended up with enough eggs to earn nearly 200 Dragon Power just over three days—this is the best way to leapfrog your total if events are live.
The Smart (and Safe) Way to Spend Dragon Gems
If you plan to spend any Dragon Gems, don’t waste them on single eggs in the shop. Instead, save them for:
- Discounted egg chests
- Special event offers including multiple eggs
- Exclusive higher-level dragons when on sale
I once splurged gems on a single dragon egg only to realize I was short on gems for a five-egg chest later that week. Patience pays off!
Final Tips to Hit 600 Dragon Power Super Fast
- Set a daily goal (e.g., gain 30-50 Dragon Power per session)
- Store up eggs and merge for higher-level dragons when you have enough
- Prioritize event play and challenges when available
- Tap free egg sources daily (mysterious egg chests, daily quests, camp rewards)
- Connect with communities on Reddit or Discord for up-to-date level recommendations
It took me about a week with focused play (plus a lucky event) to break through the 600 power wall. The key is being deliberate—don’t just play randomly, plan your merges and always scan for new egg rewards. If you ever get stuck, there’s an active Merge Dragons community sharing strategies at r/MergeDragons.
Summary
Reaching 600 Dragon Power might look tricky, but with a targeted plan—focusing on farmable dragons, merging efficiently, milking egg levels, and capitalizing on events—you’ll break through faster than you thought possible. Don’t underestimate the impact of patience and careful strategy. You’ll unlock Dens, new camp land, and most importantly, get to experience Merge Dragons’ best features.
Stick with it, follow these tips, and soon you’ll be well past your first 600 Dragon Power milestone!
Once you get there, check out the follow up guide to get to 3000 Dragon Power as efficiently as possible!