Should you spend Gems to reach VIP 6 first, or save Gems for the Wheel of Fortune in Rise of Kingdoms?
The BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front)
For most players, reaching VIP 6 first is the better Gem investment. The permanent second building queue plus stronger economy and construction bonuses create long-term account growth, while the Wheel of Fortune is better after VIP 6 or when you already have a strong VIP foundation.
Code-Level Insights & Data
According to game-code logic, VIP 6 is a permanent account-power breakpoint, not just a small stat bump. The server-side data indicates that VIP 6 adds a second permanent building queue and improves both gathering and construction efficiency.
VIP 5 vs VIP 6 vs VIP 7
| VIP Level | Total VIP Points Required | Gathering Bonus | Building Speed Bonus | Research Speed Bonus | Training Speed Bonus | Hospital Capacity Bonus | Arena Tickets | Permanent Second Building Queue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP 5 | 6,000 | 5% | 5% | 5% | 5% | 5% | 1 | No |
| VIP 6 | 11,500 | 10% | 10% | 5% | 5% | 5% | 1 | Yes |
| VIP 7 | 17,500 | 10% | 10% | 5% | 10% | 10% | 2 | Yes |
What you gain specifically from upgrading from VIP 5 to VIP 6
| Upgrade | Extra VIP Points Needed | Gathering Increase | Building Speed Increase | Permanent Queue Unlock | Other Major Changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP 5 → VIP 6 | 5,500 | +5% | +5% | Yes | No major increase to research, training, or action point recovery at this breakpoint |
According to the displayed in-game privilege text, VIP 6 permanently unlocks the secondary building queue. That is the most important value point here.
Why VIP 6 usually beats the Wheel of Fortune
According to game-code logic, the Wheel of Fortune is built around:
- A single-spin purchase
- A discounted 5-spin purchase
- A temporary half-price single-spin state in some cases
- Milestone chest rewards based on total spins
That means the Wheel is designed as a burst-value event for commander progress, while VIP 6 is a permanent account-growth upgrade.
Strategic ROI comparison
| Option | Value Type | Account Impact | Best For | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP 6 | Permanent progression | Strong every day, especially for city growth | New, early, and midgame players | Low |
| Wheel of Fortune | Burst commander value | Best when targeting a key legendary commander | Players already stabilized at core VIP milestones | Medium |
| Saving Gems with no plan | Delayed value | No immediate power gain | Only if waiting for a specific must-have event | High opportunity cost |
Statistically, the ROI formula maps out as follows:
| Spending Path | Short-Term Power | Long-Term Growth | Flexibility | Overall Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Push VIP 6 first | Medium | Very High | High after milestone is reached | Best default choice |
| Save directly for Wheel before VIP 6 | High if you need that commander now | Medium | Medium | Situational only |
| Split Gems too early | Low to Medium | Medium | Low | Usually inefficient |
Visual Data & Action Plan
Best choice by account situation
| Account Situation | Best Choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Under VIP 6 and still developing city | Go VIP 6 first | Permanent second building queue snowballs your account every day |
| Free-to-play or low spender | Go VIP 6 first | Permanent growth beats event-based burst value |
| Already VIP 6 | Save for Wheel of Fortune | Your next Gem priority can shift toward legendary commander progress |
| You urgently need a specific Wheel commander unlock | Wheel can be justified | Only if that commander changes your immediate field or rally plan |
| Heavy spender | Do both, but still secure VIP 6 early | VIP 6 remains a foundational breakpoint |
Strategic Blueprint
- Step 1: Lock in VIP 6 if you are below it. The permanent second building queue is the biggest reason. The extra building speed and gathering speed make it even better.
- Step 2: After VIP 6, start holding Gems for the Wheel of Fortune. This is where Gems become more efficient for commander development, especially if you are targeting a meta legendary commander.
- Step 3: Only skip VIP 6 for Wheel if the commander is truly account-defining right now. For most accounts, this is the exception, not the rule.
- Step 4: Avoid half-committing. Spending some Gems on VIP and some on Wheel without reaching VIP 6 usually gives worse results than fully hitting the milestone first.
Final Recommendation
| If you are... | Do this |
|---|---|
| VIP 0 to VIP 5 | Spend Gems to reach VIP 6 first |
| Already VIP 6+ | Save for Wheel of Fortune |
| Competitive fighter chasing one critical legendary commander | Consider Wheel only if that commander immediately changes your performance |
