How to Complete the Drafting Strategy Sweepstakes Trophy in Blue Prince

Blue Prince is full of mysterious puzzles, surreal mechanics, and hidden challenges. One of the trickier trophies to earn is the Drafting Strategy Sweepstakes, which requires careful planning and a bit of luck. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to unlock this trophy and the best strategies to make it happen.

🏆 What Is the Drafting Strategy Sweepstakes Trophy?

To earn the Trophy of Drafting, you’ll need to draft 20 or more dead-end rooms in a single run. That’s easier said than done—Blue Prince makes you work for this one. The good news is that with the right constellation buffs and smart room placement, it’s very achievable.

But first, let’s look at how you even find out about this challenge in-game.

📚 Where to Find the Drafting Strategy Sweepstakes Clue

The idea of the Drafting Strategy Sweepstakes is hinted at through a series of collectible magazines. Here’s how to track them down:

• Volume 1 – Found inside the Dormitory (requires unlocking via the Drafting Studio).

• Volume 2 – Located in the Drafting Studio itself.

• Volumes 3 to 5 – These can be purchased from the Bookstore and accessed through the Library.

The final page of Volume 5 reveals the challenge: the previous winner drafted 19 dead-end rooms. To beat that record, you’ll need to draft 20 or more in a single day.

🚪 What Counts as a Dead-End Room in Blue Prince?

Dead-end rooms are those with no additional exits or paths. You can identify them in the Room Directory by their classification. Here’s a breakdown of what counts:

Regular Dead-End Rooms

• Blueprints: Empty Closet, Walk-In Closet, Attic, Storeroom, Vault, Utility Closet, Sauna, Coat Check, Mail Room, Freezer

• Bedrooms: Guest Bedroom, Nursery, Servant’s Quarters, Bunk Room, Her Ladyship’s Chamber, Master Bedroom

• Green Rooms: Terrace

• Shops: Locksmith, Laundry Room

• Red Rooms: Lavatory, Furnace

Unlockable Rooms

• Studio Additions: Clock Tower, Solarium, Dormitory

• Found Floorplans: Planetarium

Special Dead-Ends

These technically have exits, but still count:

• Blueprints: Garage, Chamber of Mirrors

• Hallways: Secret Passage

Outer Rooms

• All Outer Rooms also qualify as dead ends.

💡 Tips for Drafting More Dead-End Rooms

Success comes down to the right setup. Three elements are essential:

1. Draxus the Dead Constellation

• Increases the chance of dead-end rooms appearing during drafts.

• Activates at 12 and 22 stars.

• Use the Observatory to access constellation bonuses.

2. Inkwell Constellation

• Unlocks at 50 stars and allows you to reroll room options using stars.

• Try to reach 72 or 92 stars so you can activate both Inkwell and Draxus at the same time.

• Avoid surpassing 100 stars, or you’ll trigger a different constellation and lose access to Inkwell.

3. Chamber of Mirrors

• Counts as a dead-end room.

• Allows duplicate rooms to appear in the draft pool—perfect for stacking multiple dead ends.

🏗️ Strategy for a Successful Trophy Run

Follow these steps for the best chance of hitting 20 dead-end rooms:

1. Draft the Shelter (Outer Room)

   • Nullifies effects from the first three red rooms (Archives, Weight Room, Dark Room).

2. Start with Connectors

   • Begin building from the Entrance Hall using rooms like Hallways, Passageways, and Conference Rooms.

   • Focus on even-numbered rows (Ranks 2, 4, 6, etc.) for layout symmetry.

3. Leave Space for Dead Ends

   • Keep odd-numbered rows (1, 3, 5, etc.), corners, and edges open for your dead-end rooms.

4. Place the Chamber of Mirrors

   • This helps duplicate other rooms you’ve already used and adds to your dead-end count.

5. Activate the Observatory

   • Use it to enable Draxus the Dead constellation and increase your chances of seeing dead-end rooms in the draft pool.

6. Start Placing Dead Ends

   • Once your layout is ready and constellations are active, start stacking as many dead-end rooms as possible.

🎉 Your Rewards

Successfully drafting 20+ dead-end rooms in a single day completes the challenge. You’ll receive:

• The Trophy of Drafting, delivered to the Mail Room a few days later.

• A bonus of 200 gold, perfect for buying more items within the manor.

📘 More Blue Prince Trophy Guides

If you’re trophy hunting in Blue Prince, don’t miss our guides on:

• How to Ace the Classroom Final Exam and Earn the Diploma Trophy

Keep exploring, drafting, and uncovering the surreal secrets of Blue Prince—you never know what hidden reward lies behind the next room.