Noob Traps in Rise of Kingdoms: Avoid These Costly Mistakes!

Introduction

In Rise of Kingdoms (RoK), new players often fall into “Noob Traps”—decisions that seem beneficial but actually waste resources and slow down progression.

This guide will help you identify and avoid these traps to build a powerful empire in Rise of Kingdoms.

What Are Noob Traps?

Noob Traps are mistakes that new players make, thinking they are good choices when they are actually harmful in the long run. The consequences of these traps only become apparent after wasting resources, making them difficult to fix.

Common Noob Traps include:

• Investing in weak legendary commanders.

• Spending gems on gold chests.

• Upgrading the wrong equipment.

• Misusing resources inefficiently.

Let’s explore these mistakes in detail so you can avoid them!

1. Investing in Weak Legendary Commanders

Some legendary commanders seem strong at first but become useless later. Do not waste universal legendary sculptures on these commanders!

Worst Legendary Commanders for New Players

🚫 Julius Caesar

• Famous historical figure but weak in-game.

• Poor skill set, not worth investing in.

🚫 Frederick I

• One of the worst early-game commanders.

• No unique skills, low damage output.

🚫 Richard I (Wheel of Fortune Commander)

• Tanky in KvK 1-2 but useless beyond KvK 3.

• Not viable for PvP, only useful in PvE.

🚫 Hannibal Barca (VIP Commander)

• Requires real money to unlock but is extremely weak.

• Never worth investing in.

🚫 Charlemagne (KvK 1 Reward)

• One of the worst legendary commanders in the game.

• Useless in any situation.

🚫 Edward of Woodstock (Season 2 Archer Commander)

• High skill damage but too fragile and outdated.

• Not viable for rallies or field fighting.

🚫 Genghis Khan (Mightiest Governor Event)

• Fast rage cycle but very fragile.

• Completely outclassed by modern cavalry commanders.

✅ Best Legendary Commanders to Invest In

If you want to invest in strong legendary commanders, choose:

• Alexander the Great (Infantry)

• Yi Seong-Gye (YSG) (Archer AoE damage)

• Guan Yu (Infantry, high skill damage)

• Saladin (Cavalry tank, reduces enemy healing)

2. Spending Gems on Gold Chests

Many new players believe that spending gems on gold chests is a good way to get legendary commanders. This is a huge mistake!

• Low drop rates for legendary commanders.

• Even if you get one, it is usually a weak commander.

• Better use of gems: Save them for VIP levels, special events, and Wheel of Fortune.

🚫 Never spend gems on:

• Gold Chests

• VIP Chest Keys

• Treasure Chests

✅ Best Uses of Gems:

• Buy VIP 10 or 12 (best long-term investment)

• 7-Day Speedup Events

• Buy Equipment Materials

3. Upgrading the Wrong Equipment

Legendary equipment is expensive, and many players rush to craft the wrong gear, wasting valuable materials.

🚫 Do NOT craft these early-game legendary items:

• Mountain Crushers (Low stats, bad investment)

• Commander’s Boots (Worse than epic gear)

• Trial of the Lost Kingdom ($100 for an item that gets outclassed easily)

✅ Best Equipment to Craft First:

• Hope Cloak (Best infantry chest piece)

• Ash of the Dawn (Great for cavalry)

• Gloves of the Eternal Empire (Best for archers)

4. Buying the Wrong Bundles

Some in-game bundles look good but are actually bad investments.

🚫 Bundles to Avoid:

• Hannibal Barca VIP Bundle (Useless commander)

• Trial of the Lost Kingdom ($100 for weak gear)

• Daily Special Offer (for weak commanders)

✅ Best Bundles to Buy:

• Growth Fund (Cheap and valuable for long-term growth)

• Kingdom Supply (Good value for players)

• Gem Supply (Best for active players)

5. Pushing Power for the Hidden Lotus City Skin

Many players waste gems and speedups to push power for the Hidden Lotus City Skin. This is a mistake!

🚫 Why You Should Avoid It:

• Only gives 5% Cavalry Attack (not worth it).

• Better city skins become available later.

• Wasting speedups early slows down your long-term growth.

✅ Better City Skins to Aim For:

• Divine Abode (Archer Defense - KvK Skin)

• Twilight Falls (Cavalry Defense - KvK Skin)

Conclusion: Play Smart, Avoid Noob Traps

Rise of Kingdoms is a long-term strategy game, and avoiding these Noob Traps will help you progress faster and more efficiently.

✅ Key Takeaways:

• DO NOT invest in weak legendary commanders.

• DO NOT spend gems on gold chests.

• DO NOT craft low-quality legendary gear.

• DO NOT buy overpriced bundles.

• DO NOT push power for a weak city skin.

By following this guide, you’ll avoid common mistakes and build a stronger, more efficient Rise of Kingdoms account.

Now that you know what to avoid, start making smart investments and dominate the battlefield! 🚀