Cookie Run: Kingdom introduced an Awakened version of Dark Cacao Cookie, an Ancient+ Cookie that has been released in the 5.6 Version ‘Dark Resolution’s Glorious Return’ update. This is an introduction of a new big upgrade on the Ancient Cookies that brings about a new kit, stats, and appearance. This guide will help you with how to build Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord), how to obtain him, and the ways to level him up.
Ancient Cookies: Awakened Abilities Explanation
Awakened Ancient Cookies are a part of their original upgrade where the Cookies will have a new set of Skill, gameplay, kit, character design, and background upgrades. Once you Awaken your Ancient Cookie, they cannot go back to their original abilities.
Awakening an Ancient Cookie acts similar to ascending it. Players will need to get 20x Soulprisms (similar to Soulstones) and awaken their Cookie. Or they can pull on the limited-time Nether-gacha to obtain 1 copy of the Cookie. Keep in mind that Awaken Cookies are an extension of the original Ancients, and are not a separate entity.
How to obtain Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) in Cookie Run: Kingdom
Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) is an Ancient Cookie and hence can be obtained through the Gacha. Legendary and the Cookies above the Rarity get their Limited Rate up Banner when they are initially released, where players need to obtain exclusive wish currency to pull for them.
- Rainbow Shell Gallery: Located inside Touc’s Trade Harbor after you upgrade it. The SoulPrisms can only be exchanged with the Rainbow Pearls currency which can be obtained by shipping various goods through the Ship Harbor. You can obtain 1 SoulPrism Cookie. The Shop resets every 2 Days so players have to keep a lookout on which SoulPrism Cookies comes out every rotation.
Check out the Neither-gacha, where you can meet Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) and obtain his SoulPrisms. Collect Light of True Resolution through various events or from the shop to use the Nether-gacha. In the Nether-gacha, Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) and Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord)’s Soulstones will appear with a higher chance. After x150 Nether-gacha pulls, you can receive a guaranteed Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord). After the Nether-gacha event is over, the remaining Light of True Resolution will be converted to Coins.
Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) in Cookie Run: Kingdom
Character Introduction
Once, alone sovereign’s head bowed in despair behind the impenetrable walls of his castle. Shrouded in darkness, his past was riddled with trials and tribulations—challenges that would have crumbled ordinary Cookies. Enemies tried to infiltrate the walls, greedy hands sought the crown, and even his son betrayed him. Despite his bitter and destitute life, two things never lost their shine: his pride as a ruler and his resolve, pitch dark as obsidian.
Even when his dough crumbled from scaling the rocky mountains, even when he lost everything and everyone dear to him, his resolution remained unwavering and true. Now, he stands stronger than ever, commanding the two dragons that resting on his shoulders. This Cookie does not cower behind walls. He stands tall and regal, revered by his loyal subjects. His sword is raised high in triumph, sworn to protect the Cookie world, and his name is none other than… Dark Cacao Cookie.
Play-style and Skillset
- Rarity: Ancient Cookie
- Type: Charge Cookie
- Position: Front
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
 Awakened King | With his newly found strength, swings the Chocoblade to deal damage, inflict Injury and Fatal Wound, and apply a CRIT DMG debuff. After this, Dark Cacao Cookie will borrow the strength of the Twin Dragons for a forceful downward strike, increasing Darkness-type damage and applying Consuming Darkness and Gloom. At the beginning of the battle, Dark Cacao Cookie will increase the allies’ DMG Resist with a Royal Decree. Inspired by his Kingly Presence, Charge Cookies will gain increased DEF and Max HP. Channel Darkness will become more efficient for Dark Choco Cookie, and his DMG Resist will increase. (Cooldown: 13 seconds) |
Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord): Analysis of Play-style and Skillset
Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) excels as a powerful Front Charge Cookie with significant damage output, debuff application, and team-wide buffs.
- Swing of the Chocoblade: Deals damage, inflicts Injury and Fatal Wound, and applies a CRIT DMG debuff. Twin Dragons Strike increases Darkness-type damage and applies Consuming Darkness and Gloom.
- Royal Decree: Increases allies’ DMG Resist at the start of the battle. Grants Charge Cookies increased DEF and Max HP. Enhances Dark Choco Cookie’s Channel Darkness efficiency and boosts his DMG Resist.
- Kingly Presence: Boosts self-DEF and Max HP. Increases ATK for all Charge Cookies. Enhances Dark Choco Cookie’s Channel Darkness and DMG Resist.
- Channel Darkness: Converts a portion of Darkness-type damage dealt by Cookies into restored HP (not counted as healing). More effective with higher stacks of Consuming Darkness.
Materials needed to level up Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord)
| Level | Level Up EXP (Star Jellies Lvl.1) | Skill Level Up (Skill Powder) |
|---|---|---|
| 1-10 | 1510 EXP | 25x Common, 4500x Gold |
| 11-20 | 10,040 EXP | 75x Common, 14500x Gold |
| 21-30 | 56,790 EXP | 30x Refined, 47000x Gold |
| 31-40 | 314,510 EXP | 80x Refined, 107000x Gold |
| 41-50 | 1,401,060 EXP | 110x Pristine, 212000x Gold |
| 51-60 | 332,160 EXP | 250x Pristine, 410000x Gold |
| 61-65 | 342,124 EXP | 150x Pristine, 280000x Gold |
| 66-70 | 362,054 EXP | 150x Pristine, 330000x Gold |
| 71-75 | 383,777 EXP | 175x Pristine, 380000x Gold |
Materials Needed for Promotion and Ascension of Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord)
| Stars | Materials Needed |
|---|---|
| 1 Star | 20x Soulstones, 500x Gold |
| 2 Stars | 30x Soulstones, 5000x Gold |
| 3 Stars | 50x Soulstones, 10000x Gold |
| 4 Stars | 70x Soulstones, 50000x Gold |
| 5 Stars | 100x Soulstones, 100000x Gold |
| Ascension Star: 1 | 450x Rare Soul Essence, 20x Soulcores, 100000x Gold |
| Ascension Star: 2 | 280x Epic Soul Essence, 30x Soulcores, 200000x Gold |
| Ascension Star: 3 | 50x Legendary Soul Essence, 40x Soulcores, 300000x Gold |
| Ascension Star: 4 | 90x Legendary Soul Essence, 50x Soulcores, 500000x Gold |
| Ascension Star: 5 | 100x Legendary Soul Essence, 60x Soulcores, 700000x Gold |
Best Toppings for Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) in Cookie Run: Kingdom
Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) has an assortment of Toppings to choose from depending on what you prefer in his build. As such there are three recommended Toppings to choose from depending on what you prefer in his build.
Players can opt for giving her a full 5-piece of Swift Chocolate Toppings to reduce his Skill cooldown even further than 13 seconds. With a reduced Cool down he can spam his Skill more consistently and hence provide dmg, buffs, and debuffs to the enemy team.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
 Swift Chocolate | Eat before it melts! This chocolate can decrease the Cookie’s Cooldown. Equip 5: -5% Cooldown Sub-stat Priority: ATK = DMG Resist > Cooldown >Crit Resist > Crit > Speed |
 Solid Almond | A solid almond like this one can increase the Cookie’s DMG Resist. Equip 5: +5% DMG Resist Sub-stat Priority: ATK = DMG Resist > Cooldown >Crit Resist > Crit > Speed |
 Searing Raspberry | A searing berry like this one can increase the Cookie’s ATK. Equip 3: +3% ATK Equip 5: +5% DMG Resist Sub-stat Priority: Cooldown > ATK >DMG Resist >Crit Resist > Crit > Speed |
Players can opt for giving them a full 5-piece of Solid Almond Toppings to get higher DMG Resistance as his cool-down is low, plus he is in the front lines. As such stacking damage resistance during battle is beneficial to last him longer during the fight.
Lastly, since Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) is a Charge Cookie and deals a high amount of damage, a full 5-piece set of Searing Raspberry Cookie is another viable option that can be recommended. This can help increase his damage potential and dishing out high numbers.
Final Thoughts
Overall, Dark Cacao Cookie (Dragon Lord) excels as a powerful Front Charge Cookie with significant damage output, debuff application, and team-wide buffs. His ability to convert damage into healing and provide strong debuffs makes him a key asset in controlling and outlasting the enemy team. As such, he will dominate the Tier list for quite a while. This is exactly why it is recommended that players try to upgrade their Dark Cacao Cookie.
Check our other coverage on Cookie Run Kingdom here:
- Cookie Run: Kingdom Beginners Guide and Tips
- Cookie Run: Kingdom Reroll Guide and Tips
- Cookie Run: Kingdom Cookies Tier List
- Cookie Run: Kingdom Redeem Codes
- Cookie Run: Kingdom Treasure Tier List
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