Rise of Kingdoms Speed-Up Calculator
Here’s a comprehensive table summarizing all you need to know about speed-ups in Rise of Kingdoms:
| Speed-Up Item | Time Saved | Acquisition Methods | Best Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Minute Speed Up | 1 minute | Events, Bundles | Quick building tasks |
| 5 Minute Speed Up | 5 minutes | Events, Chests | Short research tasks |
| 15 Minute Speed Up | 15 minutes | Events, Barbarian Camps | Troop training |
| 30 Minute Speed Up | 30 minutes | Killing Barbarians, Events | City upgrades |
| 1 Hour Speed Up | 1 hour | Events, Achievements | Army training |
| 8 Hour Speed Up | 8 hours | Alliance Shop, Bundles | Big projects |
| 24 Hour Speed Up | 24 hours | Free Bundles, Events | Research and building upgrades |
Additional Tips for Obtaining and Using Speed-Ups
- Barbarian Hunting: Defeating barbarians and barbarian forts is one of the best ways to accumulate speed-ups23.
- Events Participation: Many events offer speed-ups as rewards. Participate in events like Karuak Challenge, Alliance Mobilization, and King of Tribes3.
- Kingdom vs. Kingdom (KvK): During KvK, higher-level barbarians drop more speed-ups2.
- Alliance Gifts: Being in an active alliance can provide speed-ups through gifts and technology bonuses2.
- VIP Shop: Higher VIP levels unlock better speed-up deals in the VIP shop3.
- Mysterious Merchant: Consider refreshing the Mysterious Merchant for valuable speed-up offers5.
- Sunset Canyon: Consistently ranking high in Sunset Canyon can provide a significant amount of training speed-ups over time5.
- Strategic Usage: Use speed-ups on key buildings like the Academy, Barracks, and Siege Workshop for double benefits (building time + training/research time)5.
- Holy Sites: Occupy holy sites that provide buffs to building, research, and training speeds to reduce the need for speed-ups2.
- Farm Accounts: Develop farm accounts to generate resources and speed-ups that can be transferred to your main account1.
Remember to use speed-ups strategically, prioritizing important upgrades and events that align with your gameplay goals. Efficient use of speed-ups can significantly accelerate your progress in Rise of Kingdoms.