Gems are easy to earn in Kingshot—but just as easy to waste if you’re not careful. Whether you’re grinding Terrors or clearing events, you’ll rack up thousands of gems over time. But the key to growing stronger without falling behind isn’t just in earning them—it’s in knowing where to invest them for maximum return.
So, where should you spend your gems?
Let’s break down the priority targets, when to spend, and what to avoid if you don’t want to end up gem-broke with nothing to show for it.
Kingshot Where to Spend Gems Guide (September 2025)
Out of all the flashy buttons asking for gems, only two areas consistently offer value you won’t regret later:
- Hero Roulette (during the Hall of Governors rotation)
- VIP Activation & XP (at the right time)
Let’s unpack both.
1. Hero Roulette – Your #1 Priority (Especially for F2P)
Every time the Hall of Governors (HoG) event kicks off, Day 2 launches the Hero Roulette event. This is hands-down the best use of gems in the entire game, especially if you’re Free-to-Play.
Why Hero Roulette Is So Good:
- It gives you guaranteed Mythic Hero shards.
- The featured heroes rotate, covering Archer, Cavalry, and Infantry roles.
- You can build a 4-star (or even 5-star) Mythic hero just by planning your gem usage carefully.
The Smart Way to Play Hero Roulette:
Each spin costs 1,500 gems. The system rewards you at specific spin milestones:
Spin Milestone | Bonus Shard Value | Avg. Shards/Spin |
---|---|---|
5 | Decent | 1.54 |
15 | Better | 1.65 |
35 | Best | 1.69 |
70 | Still solid | 1.63 |
120 | Competitive | 1.67 |
Your goal should be to hit the milestone tiers, not spin randomly. If you’re sitting on a small gem stash, 5 or 15 spins is fine. But if you’re patient and save 50,000+ gems, 35 spins is the sweet spot for best value per gem.
Tip: Always check which hero is featured before committing your gems. If it’s a key march unit or rally hero, go for it. If it’s niche or PvE-only, it might be better to wait.
2. VIP Activation – For Builders and Light Spenders
Once you’ve budgeted for Hero Roulette, VIP Activation becomes your next best bet—but only under the right conditions.
What VIP Gives You:
- Construction speed boosts
- Extra auto-deployment features
- Better troop stats
- Improved daily rewards
But don’t start burning gems on VIP until you hit VIP Level 4. That’s when you unlock the 10% Construction Speed bonus, and the value actually becomes worth it.
What About VIP XP?
If you’re a spender, it’s okay to push VIP XP with gems. But F2P players should skip this and instead:
- Log in daily for passive VIP XP
- Buy VIP XP from the Alliance Store when it’s available
- Be consistent, and you’ll reach VIP 6 in ~60 days
VIP XP Cost Table (For Reference)
VIP Level | XP Needed | Gem Equivalent |
---|---|---|
2 | 2,500 | 5,000 |
3 | 5,000 | 10,000 |
4 | 12,500 | 25,000 |
5 | 30,000 | 60,000 |
6 | 40,000 | 80,000 |
7+ | Goes sky-high – only for heavy spenders |
Don’t stress hitting VIP 7+ unless you’re spending heavily. Stick to VIP 4–6 as your goal for now.
Things NOT Worth Your Gems
Unless you’re desperate, avoid spending gems on:
- Speedups (outside events): You lose out on HoG/KvK points.
- Instant troop healing: Only use in emergencies.
- Random summon banners: Save for focused hero events like Roulette.
- Alliance Donations: Use donation points instead.
- Resource buys: Farm, raid, or ask for packs instead.
These things might be tempting, but they rarely give you anything lasting.
F2P Gem Flow: What to Do Each Month
Here’s a sample plan if you’re Free-to-Play:
- Save 25,000–50,000 gems each month
- Use 15–35 spins during Hero Roulette (depending on featured hero)
- Once you’re VIP 4, activate VIP status for 10,000 gems/month
- Skip everything else unless there’s a limited-time bundle worth grabbing with event currency
Gem Spending Flow
Action | F2P | Light Spender | Whale |
---|---|---|---|
Hero Roulette | ✅ Best | ✅ Best | ✅ Best |
VIP Activation (4+) | ✅ Good | ✅ Solid | ✅ |
VIP XP with Gems | ❌ Skip | ✅ Optional | ✅ Max |
Speedups / Healing | ❌ Skip | ⚠️ Only in War | ✅ |
Other Events | ⚠️ Rare | ✅ Situational | ✅ |
If you take nothing else from this guide, remember this:
- Prioritize Hero Roulette
- Activate VIP at Level 4+
- Don’t spend gems without a clear goal
- Save up to spend smartly, not impulsively
That’s how you get value, grow your power, and stay ahead—without ever feeling gem-starved.