Ultimate Guide to Efficient Gem Spending in Rise of Kingdoms 2025

1. Introduction

Gems are the most valuable currency in Rise of Kingdoms due to their versatility. You can use them to unlock legendary commanders, increase your VIP level, buy equipment, or participate in exclusive events. However, since gems are hard to obtain, poor spending decisions can significantly impact your progress. This guide will help you maximize your gem efficiency at every stage of the game.

2. Best Events to Spend Gems On

2.1. 7,000 Gems Event (7K Gems Event)

• Occurs during major holidays like Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving.

• Upon reaching level 25 in the event, you can spend 7,000 gems and get most of them back, along with 35 legendary commander sculptures, resources, and equipment chests.

• Strategy: Always save at least 7,000 gems to participate in this event when it appears.

2.2. More Than Gems Event

• Lasts 2 days, with different rewards each day.

• Spending 7,000 gems each day is optimal, earning 5 legendary commander sculptures plus other valuable items.

• Strategy: If you're a new player, prioritize spending on VIP levels, Master’s Blueprint, and Books of Covenant.

3. Gem Spending Strategy by Game Stage

3.1. New Players (City Hall below level 25)

Priority #1: VIP Levels (6, 10, 12, 14)

• VIP 6: Unlocks a second building queue.

• VIP 10: Grants 1 legendary commander sculpture daily.

• VIP 12: Grants 2 legendary commander sculptures daily.

• VIP 14: Grants 3 legendary commander sculptures daily.

• Strategy: Spend gems on VIP levels during More Than Gems to maximize value.

Priority #2: Books of Covenant & Master’s Blueprint

• Books of Covenant: Required to upgrade the Castle.  (It is not recommended to buy it but run barbarian fortress instead)

• Master’s Blueprint: Needed to upgrade buildings to level 25.

• Strategy: Only purchase these during More Than Gems to save gems.

3.2. Mid-Game Players (Entering KVK 3 & Season of Conquest)

Priority #1: Wheel of Fortune

• Best Commanders: Leuctra, CPO Prime, Nevsky, Joan Prime.

• Optimal Milestones: 10 spins (5 commander sculptures), 100 spins (15 commander sculptures + bonus rewards).

• Strategy: Save gems and spin for the most relevant commanders.

Priority #2: Equipment Events (Hunt for History, Holy Knight’s Treasure)

• Hunt for History: Guarantees legendary equipment blueprints.

• Holy Knight’s Treasure: Provides legendary material chests.

• Strategy: Spend gems here only after securing essential commanders.

3.3. End-Game Players (3+ Seasons of Conquest)

Priority #1: Equipment Events (Holy Knight’s Treasure, Esmeralda’s House)

• Holy Knight’s Treasure: Best for obtaining crafting materials.

• Esmeralda’s House: Allows selective material chest purchases.

• Strategy: Only invest gems if you need materials to upgrade key equipment.

Priority #2: Armament Events (Armament Reveal Thyself, Smithy Specials)

• Focus on high-tier armaments, especially those with special talents.

• Smithy Specials: Purchase crafting materials when discounts reach 70% or higher.

Priority #3: 50% Expansion Buff (Mysterious Merchant)

• Available in the Mysterious Merchant shop for 1,500 gems (discounted from 2,500 gems).

• Strategy: Stock up when available to prepare for KVK battles.

4. Conclusion

• New players: Focus on VIP levels, Books of Covenant, and Master’s Blueprint.

• Mid-game players: Save gems for Wheel of Fortune and equipment events.

• End-game players: Invest in high-tier equipment, armaments, and war buffs.

• Avoid spending gems on: Direct resource purchases, unnecessary speed-ups, and unlocking commanders from gold keys.