Emeralds: Free-to-Play Guide
Overview
Emeralds are the premium currency in Sea of Conquest and must be spent with care, as they are not freely available in large quantities. They are used primarily to summon heroes through the Lucky Draw system, but can also be spent on speed-ups, gang founding, and purchases in the Rock Merchant shop.
For free-to-play (F2P) players, a strategic approach to collecting and spending Emeralds is critical. Misspending Emeralds means losing valuable progression opportunities — smart spending allows a player to remain competitive without real-money purchases.
Details
Uses for Emeralds
| Use | F2P Priority | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hero Summoning (Lucky Draw) | Very High | Primary use; Legendary heroes are essential for progression; the most impactful Emerald investment |
| Speed-Ups for Construction | High | Emeralds can be converted to speed-ups; most valuable for long build or research timers on flagship-level upgrades |
| Gang Founding | Medium | Costs Emeralds; only worthwhile if an active player group is already available |
| Rock Merchant | Medium | Valuable items such as resources and rare materials can be purchased here |
| Ship Upgrades | Medium | Emeralds can be used for certain ship upgrades |
| Time-Limited Purchases | Low | Only in exceptional cases — e.g., limited offers with exceptional value |
| Equipment Enhancement | Very Low (Trap!) | Spending Emeralds on equipment below Legendary Level 12 is inefficient — wait until you have Level 12 Legendary gear |
Free Emerald Sources for F2P Players
| Source | Estimated Amount | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Daily Tasks (Chest Level 20) | 40 Emeralds | Weekly | Requires daily play over 7 days; most consistent source |
| Trials – AFK Rewards | 5–15 Emeralds | Daily | Passive source; must be claimed regularly; beginner-friendly |
| Squad Raids | 10–30 Emeralds | Daily | Depends on difficulty and success; more efficient with a gang |
| Grand Odyssey | Variable (high) | Seasonal / server timeline | Emeralds unlocked by completing objectives in the server story |
| Events (general) | Variable | Ongoing | Every event delivers Emeralds at milestones; consistent participation is key |
| Cooking Catalog (Recipes) | 5–10 Emeralds per recipe | One-time (per recipe) | Often overlooked; each newly completed recipe rewards Emeralds |
| Account Binding Bonus | 100 Emeralds | One-time (per channel) | Up to 3 channels (FunPlus, Facebook, Google); up to 300 Emeralds total |
| Promo Codes | 20–100 Emeralds | Irregular | Shared on social media, Discord, livestreams; time-limited |
| Gang Membership | 10–20 Emeralds | Occasional | On joining a gang + from the gang treasury (Gang Stash) |
| Cumulative Daily Rewards | 5–15 Emeralds | Daily | Unlocked at Adventure Level 3; simply logging in is sufficient |
Monthly F2P Emerald Estimate
While exact figures depend on activity level and current events, an approximate monthly total for an active F2P player can be estimated:
| Source | Estimated Monthly Income |
|---|---|
| Weekly Daily Tasks (×4 weeks) | ~160 Emeralds |
| Daily AFK Trial Rewards | ~150–300 Emeralds |
| Squad Raids (daily) | ~200–600 Emeralds |
| Event Milestones (ongoing) | ~100–300 Emeralds |
| Promo Codes (average) | ~50–100 Emeralds |
| Cooking Catalog (progress) | ~50–100 Emeralds (variable) |
| Total (Estimate) | ~710–1,560 Emeralds/month |
This estimate shows that consistent F2P players can earn roughly 700–1,500 Emeralds per month — enough for several Echo Conch summons or occasional speed-up purchases.
F2P vs. Whale Comparison
| Aspect | Free-to-Play | Paying Player (Whale) |
|---|---|---|
| Emeralds/month | ~700–1,500 (free) | Tens of thousands (purchased) |
| Hero summons | Slow; targeted pulls required | Many pulls; fast Legendary collection |
| Speed-ups | Must be used sparingly | Can be used generously |
| Gang founding | Possible but rarely prioritized | Often founded early |
| PvP competitiveness | Medium; very achievable with smart strategy | High; broader hero roster |
| Long-term progression | Slower but sustainable | Significantly faster |
Best Uses for Emeralds: Priority Ranking
| Priority Rank | Use | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hero Summoning (at pity) | Legendary heroes are the single greatest power multiplier; never waste pulls |
| 2 | Speed-Ups for flagship upgrades | Flagship level gates all content; long timers make Emerald speed-ups high-value |
| 3 | Rock Merchant offers (rare materials) | Specific rare items only available here; evaluate each offer carefully |
| 4 | Gang Founding | One-time cost; pays off for long-term active leaders |
| 5 | Speed-Ups for research (long timers only) | Only worthwhile for timers exceeding several hours |
| 6 | Ship upgrades | Situational; lower priority than heroes or flagship |
Tips
- Save Emeralds exclusively for hero summons: Heroes are the most important growth factor in Sea of Conquest. Never spend Emeralds on minor conveniences when a strong hero is within reach of the pity system.
- Wait for the pity system (80 pulls): On Limited Recruitment banners, a Legendary hero is guaranteed within 80 Hymn Conches. Accumulate 80 Hymn Conches before pulling for guaranteed results.
- Link your account to all 3 channels: FunPlus, Facebook, and Google each award 100 Emeralds as a one-time bonus — a total of 300 Emeralds for just a few minutes of setup.
- Claim your daily AFK Trial rewards: These Emeralds do not expire, but are only earned if you claim them regularly. Never neglect this passive source.
- Redeem promo codes immediately: Codes expire quickly. Follow Sea of Conquest official social media channels and the Discord server to avoid missing any codes.
- Avoid equipment upgrades below Legendary Level 12: Enhancing equipment below this threshold wastes Emeralds and resources. Wait until you have Level 12 Legendary gear.
- Do not use Emeralds on short construction timers: Speed-ups paid for with Emeralds are only worthwhile for very long build or research timers (flagship level, key buildings). Never spend Emeralds to skip timers of a few minutes.
- Use event milestones consistently: Every ongoing event has milestones with Emerald rewards. Open the Events tab regularly and complete tasks even when they are not your main focus.
Sources
- Talk Android – Free Emerald Farming Guide (retrieved: 2026-03-06)
- Talk Android – Where to Spend Emeralds (retrieved: 2026-03-06)
- Pocket Gamer – Sea of Conquest Guide (retrieved: 2026-03-06)
- Level Winner – Sea of Conquest Beginner's Guide (retrieved: 2026-03-06)
- Fat Wallet Refugee – Game Guide: Sea of Conquest (retrieved: 2026-03-06)
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