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General
What is Legend of the Cryptids?
Legend of the Cryptids is a popular TCG MMORPG where players can collect and use cards, based on ancient and modern mythology, to battle against other players or progress through special limited time quests and events.
Who made Legend of the Cryptids?
The game was developed and published by the Japanese based company, Applibot.
When was Legend of the Cryptids released?
The game was first released May 10, 2012 for iOS. The game was later released on August 15, 2012 and May 25, 2013 for Android and Facebook respectively.
What platforms is the game on?
Legend of the Cryptids is available on iOS, Android, and Facebook as an app.
Who created the art in Legend of the Cryptids?
The art was created by independent Artists from sites like deviantART. who are paid a commission by Applibot for letting them use their work.
Gameplay
How do I play Legend of the Cryptids?
Collect cards and use them to either battle against other players, or participate in events. For more information, see Legend of the Cryptids gameplay.
How do I get cards?
Progress through quests and events. Achieving certain ranks in events will earn you various cards. You can also trade for cards with other players. Additionally, cards are available in both free as well as paid Card Packs.
Enhancing
How does enhancing work?
By sacrificing other cards, players may increase the level and strength of a particular card.
How much experience do enhancer cards give?
It depends on the element and power level of the enhancer cards. Cards of the same element as the one being enhanced give a bonus to experience. As well, enhancer cards of a higher power level also give more.
Evolution
How does evolution work?
By using two identical cards, you can combine them to create a more powerful version of the card. A percentage of the two previous cards' stats is carried over to the new card. The new card will have its skill level and level reset back to one.
How much is the carry over from evolution?
Depends on the two base cards and their level. Cards that are maxed contribute 10% of their current stats over to the next evolution. Non-maxed cards contribute only 5%, regardless of level.
Trade
How do I trade cards?
Go to either the in-game message boards or the guild chat channels to find or post trades. You can also use the trade search engine to find trade partners based on level or by a player's specific name. Additionally, you can also use off-game places such as various message boards or Facebook pages to find trades. Trades on this wiki may be made either Trading Post (iOS) or Trading Post (Android).
What can I use to trade?
Trades can be made using either Energy Drinks or Power Potions, or Coins or other cards. The dominant form of trade usually involves potions.
Is there an in-game trade listing interface?
No. It is not currently known whether such an interface is in the works, or if there are any plans for such a thing.
Skills
How do card skills work?
Many cards in the game possess Skills which result in certain effects in battle. Skills can increase or decrease attack or defense for either player. As well, skills can have certain effects in certain events like Raid Events and Battle Royales.
Which cards have skills?
All Rare and Ultra Rare cards, as well as their evolved counterparts, have skills. As well, many Common cards possess skills.
Can card skills level up?
Yes they can. This is accomplished by using cards with skills to enhance a card.
How does skill leveling work?
Skill enhancement works based on probability, with each skilled card contributing to the probability of leveling up a skill. The exact percentage each card contributes depends the rarity of both the enhancer card, as well as the card being enhanced. The more skilled enhancer cards, the higher the probability of leveling up a skill.
What effect does leveling up a card's skill have?
Increasing a card's skill level increases the effect it has, whether in battle or in an Event.
Battling
Guilds
Technical
Who do I contact for technical issues?
Please see Applibot for any technical issues with the game. They can be contacted at the following emails:
- iOS： legend_support@applibot.co.jp
- Android： ad_legend_support@applibot.co.jp
Currently, telephone support is not available.
Does Applibot have a troubleshooting FAQ?
Yes. It is available here.
What is Legend of the Cryptids Wiki?
This wiki is a fan run online encyclopedia. We are dedicated to being the best source of knowledge for all your Legend of the Cryptids needs.
When was the wiki founded?
Who are this wiki's administrators?
Is this wiki run by Applibot?
No. This site is completely run by fans and those unrelated to Applibot (save for employees or personnel acting in an anonymous capacity.
Not really. Outside of advice, there isn't much we can do. Please contact Applibot personally. Their contact info is on this page.
Can I help edit this wiki?
Anyone is allowed to help contribute! We are continuously looking for more active contributors, so don't be afraid to take the initiative and add something that hasn't already been added!
What am I allowed to edit?
Almost everything on the wiki is editable by all users. Some areas of the site can only be edited by registered wiki users and wiki admin, as well as Wikia staff. If you can edit it, and think you can make a page better, we encourage you to take the initiative and help out! Just be mindful that some areas of the site require community discussion before changes can be made.
How can I learn to help?
Our Community Portal is a great place to start. There are links to tutorials to help you get into the groove of wiki editing. As well, there are links to areas of the site that need tending to.
Where can I contact other wiki users?
Beside the comments sections of all our pages, our Forum is a great place to chat, hang out, or get help with anything related to the game or the wiki.
Can I suggest major changes to the wiki?
Yes! All ideas and suggestions are welcome. Please see the Wiki Suggestions board of our forum to suggest major changes.
Can I become an admin?
Anyone can be admin on the wiki. In general, we are looking for people who are polite and friendly, who actively contribute to the wiki, and have a competent knowledge of wiki editing. In general, we are looking for those that make a positive impact on the site, and lead by example. If you think that's you, contact User:Beboper regarding adminship.
Are there rules on the wiki?
Yes. In general, be friendly and polite to others, and don't destroy or deface the work that's set up on the wiki. For more information on our site rules, see Legend of the Cryptids Wiki:Rules and Guidelines.
Are there particular page guidelines I should follow?
Yes. In general, pages should be written in a neutral perspective and free from opinion (unless it's a gameplay guide or something similar). Good grammar and syntax is a must! For more information on page guidelines, please see Legend of the Cryptids Wiki:Rules and Guidelines.
What are templates?
Templates are special pages that can be replicated on other pages. The goal is to reduce duplication and promote consistency between pages. A good example of a template is our Template:Infobox card which is found on all of our card pages.
How do I use this wiki's templates?
Simply insert the main template tag into pages, and add and edit the parameters. Many templates can simply be copy and pasted to other pages. For more information on templates and how to use them, see Legend of the Cryptids Wiki:Templates.