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Dragon Lance
Carry · 2,000gold
Extra attack range so a ranged core can hit from outside spell range.
How to actually use it
- 1
The range bonus only works on ranged heroes
WhyA melee hero pays 2000 for stats and HP.
HowRanged cores buy it to hit from outside spell range.
- 2
It upgrades into Hurricane Pike
WhyThe upgrade gives a push and a disarm — the anti-dive tool.
HowIf they dive you, upgrade it first.
- 3
Do not buy it for the stats
Why2000 gold of stats is a bad deal.
HowYou buy it because you need the reach.
When it is the right call
✓Yes, if…
- You are a ranged core who keeps getting jumped.
- You need to stand further back to deal damage.
- You plan to upgrade to Hurricane Pike.
✕No, if…
- You are melee — the range does nothing.
- Your problem is survival, not distance.
- They have no gap closers.
Timing
Usually 15–22 minutes.
Base data
- Strength#20 of 31 items granting strength+10
- Agility#12 of 23 items granting agility+15
Blade of Alacrity+
Belt of Strength→Dragon Lance