At Dawn Academy, four Experts rise above the rest: Agnes, the master of development and efficiency; Cyrille, the apex hunter who dominates the Bear Hunt; Holger, the Arena legend who sharpens heroes to greatness; and Romulus, the military advisor whose strength defines endgame battles.

Each Expert brings something unique — from accelerating city growth and smarter stamina use, to dominating specialized events, excelling in the Arena, and leading unmatched military forces. Whether you’re a free-to-play survivor or a competitive fighter, mastering these four Experts will shape your journey more than any single upgrade ever could.

Agnes – The Elite Politician

Agnes is known across the Tundra as both a brilliant scientist and a brave leader, earning her place as one of Dawn Academy’s top Experts. Her true specialty lies in boosting city development, making her a must-have for players focused on efficient growth.

Talent: Earthbreaker

Agnes’ defining strength is her Earthbreaker Talent, which generates Seeker Chests every 2 hours while gathering resources, capped at 30 per day. These chests reset at 00:00 UTC and can contain Fire Crystals, Gems, Enhancement XP Components, and Speedups — items that can greatly accelerate your progress.

💡 Pro Tip: Focus on gathering from level 8 farm facilities or Alliance Nodes. These longer gathering times increase your efficiency and help you hit the daily Seeker Chest cap with fewer deployments.

Combat Support

Agnes isn’t just for city growth. In Expeditions, she boosts troop defense by up to 15%, giving your frontline more staying power in Raids and Expedition battles.

Skills at Dawn Academy

Agnes also comes with four powerful skills you can upgrade:

1. Efficient Recon – Expands Intel Missions to 8 per day, a steady source of resources, hero gear, Fire Crystals, charms, and even mythic shards.
2. Optimization – Provides extra Chief Stamina (up to 80 daily), perfectly covering the stamina cost of those extra Intel Missions.
3. Project Management – Reduces construction time by up to 8 hours per new build, especially useful for multi-stage upgrades.
4. Covert Knowledge – Grants up to 200 Mystery Badges daily when completing missions, plus 4 free Mystery Shop refreshes.

Best Strategy

Agnes’ skills and talent run continuously until they hit their caps, except for Project Management, which activates only during new constructions. For beginners, upgrading her to Casual Relationship 1–2 is enough, so you can save resources to invest in other Experts like Cyrille, Holger, and Romulus.

Cyrille – The Apex Hunter

Cyrille is the Bear Hunt specialist at Dawn Academy. She shines brightest in the Raging Bear event, where her unique abilities give massive damage boosts and rewards.

Talent: Hunter’s Heart

Her Hunter’s Heart Talent increases Bear Hunt Damage by up to 30% at Level 11. While this bonus is self-only and doesn’t affect allies, it makes her one of the most powerful picks for Bear Hunt leaderboards.

Expedition Bonus

Beyond Bear Hunts, Cyrille also grants an Expedition Attack bonus of 15%, a solid edge in Raids and Expedition battles.

Skills at Dawn Academy

Cyrille’s four specialized skills include:

1. Entrapment – Expands Bear Hunt Rally Capacity by up to 300,000 troops, making hunts far more effective.
2. Scavenging – Provides extra Enhancement XP components (up to 5) after every Bear Hunt.
3. Weapon Master – Grants up to 5 bonus Essence Stones per hunt, a rare and valuable reward.
4. Ursa’s Bane – Expands Bear Hunt deployment capacity by 30,000, directly boosting damage output.

Best Strategy

Cyrille’s benefits are event-specific, meaning she won’t impact daily gameplay much. For free-to-play players, it’s best to keep her at Casual Relationship 1–2, just enough to unlock her skills. For whales or ranking-focused players, she becomes an absolute powerhouse in Bear Hunts, offering both damage boosts and rare resources.

Holger – The Arena Legend

Holger, a master you’ll meet during Tundra Trek, is an Arena-focused Expert. If your goal is to dominate Arena battles and climb leaderboards, he’s one of your strongest assets.

Talent: Blade Dancing

Holger’s Blade Dancing Talent gives you a chance to win Arena Star Chests after battles. At max level, you’re guaranteed up to 3 Star Chests per match — a huge reward advantage.

Expedition Bonus

Outside Arena, Holger increases both Troop Attack and Defense by 15% in Expeditions and Raids.

Skills at Dawn Academy

Holger’s skills strongly complement his Arena focus:

1. Arena Elite – Boosts Troop Attack and Health in Arena by 20%.
2. Crowd Pleaser – Increases daily and weekly Arena Tokens by up to 50%, letting you farm rewards faster.
3. Arena Star – Grants up to 50% discounts on Arena Shop items, including rare Custom Mythic Hero Gear Chests.
4. Legacy – Boosts all active heroes’ stats in Arena by 20%, making your team more competitive at higher ranks.

Best Strategy

Holger is one of the most reward-efficient Experts. Not only does he help you win more Arena fights, but he also reduces the grind with token boosts and discounts. Like Agnes, raising him to Casual Relationship 1–2 early is a smart move.

Romulus – The Military Advisor

Romulus, unlocked during Tundra Trek, is the military cornerstone of Dawn Academy. His boosts directly strengthen your troops, making him essential for endgame survival.

Talent: Commander’s Crest

Romulus’ Commander’s Crest Talent increases Expedition troop deployment by 10,000, a permanent boost that enhances combat power across every battle.

Expedition Bonus

He further enhances Expeditions by boosting Troop Lethality and Health by 20%, making your army far tougher in major fights.

Skills at Dawn Academy

Romulus has four extremely powerful skills:

1. Call of War – Grants up to 600 troops daily from any camp.
2. Loyalty Tag – Increases Enlistment Office output by +10 daily troops.
3. Last Line – Boosts Attack and Defense by up to 10%.
4. Spirit of Aeetes – Boosts Lethality and Health by 10%.
5. One Heart – Expands Rally Capacity by 100,000 troops, and unlike Cyrille, this works in all modes.

Best Strategy

Romulus is an endgame powerhouse, ideal for State of Power, Frostdragon Tyrant, and top-tier events. However, his upgrades are costly in terms of Expert Sigils and Books of Knowledge. Free-to-play players should prioritize upgrading Agnes, Cyrille, and Holger to Casual 1 before investing heavily into Romulus.

Conclusion

The four Dawn Academy Experts — Agnes, Cyrille, Holger, and Romulus — represent different paths, yet all are critical for long-term survival:

• Agnes secures steady daily growth.
• Cyrille dominates the Bear Hunt event.
• Holger empowers Arena supremacy and efficient rewards.
• Romulus anchors your military for high-level battles.

The key is balance. Instead of maxing one Expert early, spread your upgrades to unlock steady rewards across all areas. Once your foundation is stable, you’ll know exactly which Expert deserves full investment.

💬 Now it’s your turn — which Expert is your favorite at Dawn Academy, and why? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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