Guides & Strategies
119 guides to master the game, from first steps to endgame.
AFK Arena Wish Finder Event Guide
Update 1.07 in AFK Arena added a brand new event called the "Wish Finder". The goal of the event is to read the clues for each one and then find the corresponding wish in the game.
Voyage of Wonders: Glorious Dawn Guide
Voyage of Wonders is a game mode that was added in patch 1.22. It contains unique mini-adventures, such as the ones found in the Peaks of Time, except they are time-limited events.
Awakened Belinda Bountiful Trials
The Bountiful Trials feature in AFK Arena allows players to test out a hero for free in a preset environment. They're only available for a limited time after a new hero is released
AFK Arena PC Download
Why play AFK Arena on PC? It might seem a bit silly to play mobiles games on your computer, but for games like AFK Arena it can be actually really useful and convenient. This is es
AFK Arena Artifact Tier List & Priority
This is an AFK Arena Artifact tier list & priority guide. Artifacts in the game are special trinkets that can be equipped by heroes. They provide raw stats and powers. Uniquely, th
AFK Arena Cursed Realm Guide
Welcome to our AFK Arena Cursed Realm guide! This is a new game mode that will be released with AFK Arena Patch 1.75. It's pretty much the same as the Twisted Realm, except there a
Best Heroes of Esperia Teams
Heroes of Esperia is a large, limited PvP event in AFK Arena. It features players from every server, all battling it out to be number one. Attacking Tips Use your free tickets ever
Gold Rush Guide - Voyage
Gold Rush is a new adventure in the Voyage of Wonders. Map Guide by Raiders Here's a visual guide to completing 100% of the map. Follow the steps in order.
The Sealing Sword - Voyage
The Sealing Sword is a brand new adventure in the Voyage of Wonders. Map Guide by Raiders Here's a visual guide to completing 100% of the map. Follow the steps in order. Notes: Ste
Mirael’s Nightmare - Wandering Balloon
Mirael’s Nightmare is the 17th adventure available in the Wandering Balloon. It can be found in the Peaks of Time. Requirements: Complete Chapter 28-20 Complete 60% of the "The San
AFK Arena The Sandy Tracks - Wandering Balloon Guide 2026 (September)
The Sandy Tracks is a new adventure available in the Wandering Balloon. It was previously an adventure in the Voyage of Wonders. Here are some map guides for how to complete the ma
Voyage - Forgotten Ruins
Forgotten Ruins is a brand new adventure in the Voyage of Wonders. Here's some visual guides to completing 100% of the map. Map Guide by Raiders Follow the numbers in order. 25: De
AFK Arena Eternal Engravings Guide
Eternal Engravings is a new feature added in patch 1.68. It's unlocked after completing chapter 21 of the campaign. The feature allows players to further upgrade Celestial & Hypoge
Black Woods - Wandering Balloon
Black Woods is the 15th adventure of the Wandering Balloon. Unlock Requirements: Complete Stage 27-20 Complete 60% of "Windfall Gorge" Map Guide By Raiders This is a guide to compl
Endgame Theory & Mechanics
AFK Endgame Theory + Mechanics v1.02 (Based on 1.59, updated for 1.63) By: JD (JDCOOL0988) Honourable mentions: Ensign, Aimb, InSeas0n Special thanks to Mr. Panafonic for decryptin
A Musical Tribute
A Musical Tribute is a special event for AFK Arena's 2nd Anniversary. Clues You can unlock the hero chest sooner by solving the clues and finding the musical note each day. Clue 1:
The Forest Escapade
This a brand new adventure made only for the AFK Arena 2nd Anniversary Party Event! More areas of the map will unlock each day. It should be noted that this adventure can't be rese
2nd Anniversary Party Event
AFK Arena is 2 years old! To celebrate this, there is an in-game "Anniversary Party" event happening right now. There's also an AFK Arena Anniversary Code that can be redeemed for
The Hunting Fields
The Hunting Fields is a new group event. It's sort of like a mini Abyssal Expedition for 5 players. Enrollment You can either enroll solo as a "Lone Wolf" or with 4 friends / guild
The Fractured Gallery
The Fractured Gallery is a brand new adventure in the Voyage of Wonders. Map Guide Here's a visual guide to completing 100% of the map. (Click for larger image) Notes It takes 2 ru
Voyage - Blighted Highlands
Blighted Highlands is a brand new adventure in the Voyage of Wonders. Map Guide Here's a visual guide to completing 100% of the map. (Click for larger image) Notes Line up the Cann
Voyage - Fields of Ice
The Fields of Ice is a brand new adventure coming soon to the Voyage of Wonders. It's set to be released on February 8, 2021. It will be a part of the Spring Spree Events. A total
Pillage & Plunder Event
Pillage & Plunder is an old guild event that's returned to the game! The requirements for entry are to have completed stage 2-4 and have placed an encampment in your guild grounds.
Spring Spree Event
Winter's almost over and it's time for Spring to rise! Coming to AFK Arena soon is a new set of events called "Spring Spree". This will include the new Talene skin, among many othe
The Misty Valley Event
The Misty Valley is a recurring event in AFK Arena. It is a temporary adventure located in the Voyage of Wonders that lasts for 31 days. The event is unlocked after you reach chapt
AFK Arena Wishlist
The Wishlist is a feature of the Noble Tavern that increases the pull rate of specific heroes when they're placed on the list. It's unlocked quite early on, after completing stage
AFK Arena Hero Cores
This is an in-depth starter guide to the concept of "Hero Cores", made by aimb. It's intended to be an alternative or supplement to the usual hero tier lists. TLDR: Just look at th
AFK Arena Test Server
Have you ever wondered how seemingly everyone has access to the patch notes and updates in AFK Arena before they're actually live? The answer is the Test Server. Patch notes and up
Snowbound Riches Event
A new event is coming to AFK Arena soon! You'll need to complete a total of 15 quests within 14 days. It's very similar to the previous quest events, such as the ones for a free he
War of Wits Event
The War of Wits event is returning to AFK Arena soon. The reward this time will be a free Elite copy of Talene! This PvP event is based on a previous one called "Battle of Blood",
AFK Arena Beginner's Guide
Table of Contents
Wondrous Pouch
The Wondrous Pouch is a new casual feature for AFK Arena. It can be found within in the Peaks of Time and is unlocked by completing Stage 2-3. It will likely feature mini-games tha
Easy Autumns Event
A new set of events for Autumn have arrived in AFK Arena! Event TL;DR Free Elite copy of either Flora, Lyca, Gwyneth, Skriath, or Baden. Talene & Faction Emblems can be purchased w
Summer Event
A new set of summer events are coming to AFK Arena soon! The rewards include new a skin for Lucius and also Dolly, the girl in the tavern. The events aren't very involved, it's mos
Highburn Stronghold
Highburn Stronghold is the third adventure in the Wandering Balloon. It used to be a Voyage of Wonder adventure, however it was made a permanent part of the game in Patch 1.43. Com
Fields of Stone
The Fields of Stone was a limited time adventure in the Voyage of Wonders. It has since been added as a permanent adventure to the Wandering Balloon. This can be accessed through t
Magician Hat & Grotesque Mage Event
Two new connected events will be arriving in AFK Arena soon! As of now, it lasts for 2 weeks. Only 12 days of that will reward currency though. The featured event boss this time is
AFK Arena Furniture Tier List
This is a tier list for furniture items added to the Oak Inn feature. They provide the same kind of benefit that signature items do. Basic stat rewards for each piece, and then 2 s
The Depths of Time
The Depths of Time was a limited time adventure in the Voyage of Wonders. It has since been added as a permanent adventure to the Wandering Balloon. This can be accessed through th
Abyssal Expedition Guide
The Abyssal Expedition is a cooperative feature added to AFK Arena in patch 1.39. In patch 1.44, the feature was re-tuned and added back into the game. The event for it is called t
One Year Anniversary Event
A new event for AFK Arena's one year global anniversary is coming soon! It will be 4 different mini-events all released together at the same time. The new dimensional hero Ukyo sho
Achievements
An achievement feature was added to the game in patch 1.36. Rewards There are tiered rewards for reaching a certain amount of achievement points. Currently the rewards are diamonds
AFK Arena Thoran Cheese Strategy
Updated for Patch 1.64. This is a guide on how to take advantage of the popular "Thoran Cheese" tactic in AFK Arena. The strategy makes it possible to defeat stages that have a hug
AFK Arena The Twisted Realm Guide
The twisted realm is a new world boss feature located in the guild halls. It can be unlocked after completing Stage 12-40. It is on the same reset timer as the Arcane Labyrinth (48
Burning Brute Teams
A new event has arrived in AFK Arena! It's extremely similar to the previous Phantom of Horror’s Eve Event. You can acquire currency by attacking a boss called the Burning Brute. I
AFK Arena The Elder Tree Guide
The Elder Tree is a powerful new feature added to the Library building in patch 1.31. Leveling it up will increase the attributes of ALL your heroes and it can also unlock special
Assembly of Heroes Event
A new event focused on collecting heroes is coming soon! It lasts for 30 days. Event Guide Accumulate a designated number of Elite heroes to complete stage targets. Any Elite heroe
AFK Arena Leaks
This page will contain all of the "unofficial" leaks and speculation for AFK Arena. Most of it comes from the game files. It should be noted that nothing here is 100% certain to be
The Origin of the Maulers
Part I: A Nomadic Life The Lightbearers have always sought immortality, and even more so since mastering the use of magic. The first magic users were like naughty children who just
Ice Shemira
Ice Shemira is a boss for the Midwinter Festivities Event. It could also potentially be a skin for Shemira in the future. Best Team for 5 Keys Lucius (Dura's Grace/Vitality) Rosali
Midwinter Festivities Event
The Midwinter Festivities are back and updated for 2020! This time players will battle Shemira, Niru & Daimon and can earn skins for all 3 heroes. There's also a new winter themed
Dimensionals
Check out the Dev Feedback post on Dimensional heroes. The Dimensionals are a new unique faction added in patch 1.29. The first hero belonging to them is Arthur - Pendragon. Hero L
AFK Arena Signature Item Tier List
Signature Items grant heroes powerful unique bonuses and extra stats once unlocked and upgraded. They're only available to heroes that can reach Ascended status and are currently a
Subscription
There is a new service on the test servers called "Subscription". It was added in patch 1.28 as "Noble Subscriptions", however it wasn't activated with the release of the patch. It
Rise of Arenas Crossover Event
A small crossover event for Lilith's other game "Rise of Kingdoms" is now live! It only lasts for 6 days, so don't miss out. The reward in AFK Arena is a very nice looking "Pharaoh
The Island of the Banished
This is part of a series of short stories that Lilith is releasing for AFK Arena on Facebook. It's mainly for people that want to learn more about the lore of Esperia. Is eternal l
The Screaming Port
This is part of a series of short stories that Lilith is releasing for AFK Arena on Facebook. It's mainly for people that want to learn more about the lore of Esperia.The desolate
Hero Roles
All heroes in AFK Arena fulfill certain roles during a battle. In the past these roles have been mostly unofficial and designated by the community, based on the heroes kit. In rece
The Bloody Priesthood
This is part of a series of short stories that Lilith is releasing for AFK Arena on Facebook. It's mainly for people that want to learn more about the lore of Esperia.The Bloody Pr
Phantom of Horror’s Eve Event
A Halloween themed event is now active on AFK Arena! It lasts for a total of 21 days, so there's plenty of time to do it! The event unlocks after completing chapter 3 of the campai
Unreleased Heroes
There are a few unreleased heroes that have been found within the game files. Some of them have all of their skills and SI items, while others only have a story. Keep in mind that
The Celestial Isles Event
A new event is coming soon to AFK Arena! Background The strange cubes found upon the celestial isles were created by Ansiel, the Heavenly Crafter. They were used to keep the celest
The Boneyard
This is part of a series of short stories that Lilith is releasing for AFK Arena on Facebook. It's mainly for people that want to learn more about the lore of Esperia.The Boneyard
The Lost Sigils Event
A faction's sigil is much more than just a trinket. It is a symbol imbued with great meaning, a physical representation of the faction's honor, its accomplishments, its integrity.
Under His Thumb
This is part of a series of short stories that Lilith is releasing for AFK Arena on Facebook. It's mainly for people that want to learn more about the lore of Esperia.As the Bantus
Champions of Esperia Event
This is a new "event" for the Arcane Labyrinth coming in patch 1.23. It's basically just the Regal Rewards, but instead of doing daily quests, you have to defeat "Kane" in the lab
Best Value Purchases
This guide is aimed at showing which purchases are the best value for money in the game. Spending real money on a game isn't for everyone obviously, but if you're going to do it th
The Origins of the Graveborn
This is part of a series of short stories that Lilith is releasing for AFK Arena on Facebook. It's mainly for people that want to learn more about the lore of Esperia. The world of
Signature Items
Updated for patch 1.34. Signature Items grant heroes powerful unique bonuses and extra stats once unlocked and upgraded. They're only available to heroes that can reach Ascended st
Tavern Bargains Event
A new small event has popped up on the test servers! It's called "Tavern Bargains". It lasts for 30 days and you'll get rewards for summoning heroes in the noble tavern (excluding
AFK Arena Summon Probabilities
This is a guide and calculator for the probabilities of hero summons in the noble tavern. The data & concept for this page was contributed by Salkasm (Discord: Salkasm4688) and kin
Legends' Prestige Event
This event is PvP related and involves increasing your rank in the Legends' Challenger Tournament. During the event you'll receive currency rewards each day depending on your highe
Mercenaries
"Mercenaries" is a new feature coming in patch 1.21. It can be unlocked after completing stage 6-40 and allows you to "hire" heroes from players on your friends list. In order to h
The Contorted Realm Guide
The Contorted Realm is the 15th adventure in the "Historic Ventures" section of the Peaks of Time. The Contorted Realm Map Guide TL;DR Activate in this order: 1-A-3-B-5-C-D-7-F to
The Solar Plane Guide
The main goal in this adventure is to defeat the 6 different bosses in the center of the map. Doing so will remove the walls guarding the final chest, which contains an artifact. F
Feast of the Beasts Event
The Scorched Expanse, barren for many millennia. Its denizens didn't live here, they merely inhabited it Year after year they eked out a meager living for themselves. It wasn't unt
Relics List & Guide
Relics are temporary items with special effects that can only be acquired and used in the Arcane Labyrinth & Peaks of Time. All relic effects stack together (probably additively).
Faction Towers
Faction Towers are an addtional feature of the King's Tower. It's unlocked after completing stage 15-1. Each tower can only be challenged by a team of heroes that are the same fact
Legends' Challenger Tournament
The Legends' Challenger Tournament is a server based ladder system. It can be unlocked after completing stage 9-20 of the campaign. It's the prerequisite for entry into the prestig
Feature Unlock Requirements
Many features of AFK Arena are either locked behind your campaign progression or VIP level. This is a list of all requirements to unlock each feature. Keep in mind that the VIP fea
AFK Arena Fodder Heroes Guide
In AFK Arena, "Fodder" heroes are the ones you'll mainly consume to ascend other heroes to a higher tier. The general rule of thumb is not to use "Ascended" tier heroes as fodder.
The Savage Wastes Guide
In this adventure ALL of your heroes will lose health and energy after each battle. You’ll need to find “Watering Holes” to replenish their health. Any healer, especially Nemora, i
Regal Rewards Event
Regal Rewards is an event that lasts for 49 days. It was added in patch 1.17. When active, it can be accessed via the "Gift Sets" tab. Note: Your account needs to be at least 8 day
AFK Arena Store Guide
There's 5 different stores in AFK Arena. Each one stocks different items and requires specific currency to buy them. They're all in the same "Store" building on the map, but some o
The Dismal Descent
The Dismal Descent is appropriately named, because it's a bleak descent into madness trying to complete it. The basic concept of the adventure is to step on symbols in the correct
Best Team Comps
This is a list of useful team comps for AFK Arena. Some of them have been personally used and tested by me, all the way up to chapter 34. Others have been submitted by players whom
Player Avatar Frames
Avatar frames are cosmetic items that can be earned by players for competing in certain in-game events. As of today, obtaining new frames is quite rare as most of them were rewards
Egg Hunters Event
A brand new event is coming for Easter! The goal of the event is to collect Easter Eggs from doing various activities in-game and then trading the eggs for rewards. You'll be able
Global Launch Event
AFK Arena has officially been released worldwide today! Everyone should be able to install and play the game on their regional app stores. Happy AFKing! Also, to celebrate this mil
Hero Team Comps Used in Legends' Championship
The first Legends' Championship began recently. The top players of each will battle against each other for the first time ever. Taking a look at what hero teams they're using could
Faction Pack Schedule
Faction Packs are incredibly useful for ascending specific heroes of each faction, as it increases the chances of acquiring them. However, only one type of faction pack is availabl
Wall of Legends - Server Ladders
The ladder system is a set of server specific leaderboards. It's mostly for bragging rights, but diamonds can also be earned for everyone on the server when a player completes a la
Guild Wars Event
Guild Wars is a special time limited event in AFK Arena. The minimum requirements for a guild to participate is level 2 or higher and at least 10 members. 1.16 Changes In patch 1.1
Leveling Guide & Requirements
Leveling is the most important aspect of the game. You might also want to check out our Resonating Crystal Guide, which is quite relevant to leveling. Level Calculator We've made a
Noble Tavern
The Noble Tavern is a building located in the city of Ranhorn. It be can be used to acquire heroes and is the single best method of obtaining them in the game. General Hero Summon
Bootcamp Event
The Bootcamp is a 7 day long mini-event that rewards you for completing specific quests. It seems that this is a one-time only event for new accounts. New quests will be unlocked e
Unions
Unions can be formed in the library. They are activated by inserting all required heroes into each slot on the union page. You can use heroes you own and those owned by people on y
Viper's Marsh Guide
The key to this entire adventure is the damage bonus from faction advantages. This is because at the start you're given a relic called the "Flag of Courage". This unique relic buff
Rancid Forest Guide
In this adventure you'll need to stand on different symbols within the forest. Once you stand on one, it will the create another on the water to the east, forming a bridge to the c
The Divine Realm Guide
This is a new addition to the Peaks of Time. It was added in patch 1.14.1. Your goal in this adventure is activate the teleport to the 2 different islands. You can do this by findi
The Peaks of Time
The Peaks of Time are fun little adventure puzzles where the goal is to find all of the treasure chests on the map. They offer one-time only rewards, so you only need to complete t
Tips & Tricks
These are some quick and easy tips that can be really useful when you're just starting out in the game. Got your own? Comment them down below! Link Your Account Linking your accoun
Rest In Peace Guide
The goal of this adventure is to remove the 3 curses that are blocking the door. You do this by finding and touching 3 different headstones located on the map. Note: This is unconf
AFK Arena Hero List
Characters
Common Heroes
Common Heroes in AFK Arena are basically just fodder for the Rickety Cart. They can't be upgraded to anything and they're very weak. Retiring Them When you retire them you'll recei
Campaign Chapter Rewards
Completing chapters and stages in the campaign will reward diamonds, heroes, gear and hero scrolls. These rewards can only be earned once per server. (Incomplete list) \\
When Do The Servers Reset?
The servers in AFK Arena are reset every 24 hours. The timer above shows the exact time left until the next reset. What actually resets? Dailies Fast Rewards cooldown Guild Boss at
Valentines Event: 2020
Two new events are coming to AFK Arena for Valentines Day 2020! They will last for 10 days. It's very similar to the previous one in 2019 and also the Feast of the Beasts Event. Yo
A Guide to Guilds
Aside from the obvious social benefits, joining a guild will grant you access to the Guild Store and Team Hunting in the Guild Hall. Completing daily quests while in a guild will r
VIP Guide
VIP systems are pretty common in gacha games. They're mostly intended to reward players who support the game by spending real money. In AFK Arena you can also get VIP experience fr
Earning & Spending Diamonds
Diamonds are the main currency of AFK Arena. They can be earned in-game for free and bought for real money. They're extremely important for progressing in the game and are much har
Arcane Labyrinth
Your goal in the arcane labyrinth is to defeat the final boss of each floor. There are 3 floors in total, with each one getting progressively harder. You'll have 48 hours to attemp
King's Tower
The King's Tower is a PvE adventure with 750 different levels to clear. Each floor has specific rewards that are only obtainable once. You can only ever go up in the floors of the
Rickety Cart
The Rickety Cart allows you to reset, retire & revert heroes. Resetting Heroes This is quite honestly one of the best features in the game. When you reset a hero, EVERYTHING you've
Secrets of the Forest Guide
The Secrets of the Forest is the third adventure in the Peaks of Time. It's also the second that rewards an artifact. Every time you defeat an enemy in this adventure a vine will g
Temple of Ascension
The Temple of Ascension is where you can ascend your heroes to a higher rarity. It requires the consumption of certain lower quality heroes for the ascension to complete. The requi
Resonating Crystal
The Resonating Crystal is an extremely powerful and very unique feature of AFK Arena. The major benefit to its existence it that you'll only ever have to invest resources into 5 he
Arena of Heroes
The Arena of Heroes is a PvP league featuring a basic ladder system. You win, you gain points and rise up the ladder. You lose and you drop points and fall down the ladder. Be awar
Bounty Board
Want to earn some extra coins? Then you've come to the right place. The Bounty Board offers heroes a chance to help the local folk of Esperia in return for bounties. Not only do co