Bear Hunt Event Guide: Rally Strategies & Maximum Rewards
Quick Summary: Bear Hunt is a cooperative alliance event where you deal damage to a Raging Bear within 30 minutes. Focus on Lethality stats, use 80% Archers, and coordinate rallies with your alliance. Max rewards unlock at 1.2 billion total damage. This is your primary source of Forge Hammers.
The Bear Hunt (also called Bear Trap) is one of Kingshot's most rewarding alliance events. Unlike PvP, the bear doesn't fight back—this is a pure DPS race. Success depends entirely on alliance coordination and understanding the unique rally mechanics.
Event Overview
Duration: 30 minutes per hunt
Frequency: Every 2 days (strictly enforced)
Type: Alliance Cooperative PvE
Cost: No stamina, injuries, losses, or resources
Max Rewards: 1.2 billion total alliance damage
Key Reward: Forge Hammers (critical for gear upgrades)
How the Event Works
The Bear Hunt is fundamentally different from other combat in Kingshot. Understanding these mechanics is crucial:
Key Mechanics
- Pure DPS Race - The bear does not attack. You need zero defense—only damage matters.
- Lethality is King - Both Attack and Lethality multiply damage, but Lethality is harder to boost, making it the most valuable stat.
- Rally-Based - Strongest players lead rallies; others join to contribute troops and hero skills.
- Alliance Coordination - Top alliances win through organization, not just individual strength.
Rally Leader vs. Joiner Contributions
| Contribution | Rally Leader | Rally Joiner |
|---|---|---|
| Troops | Yes | Yes |
| Combat Research | Yes | No |
| Governor Gear/Charms | Yes | No |
| Hero Equipment | Yes | No |
| All 3 Hero Skills | Yes | No |
| Pet Bonuses | Yes | No |
| Cosmetic Buffs | Yes | No |
| Hero Contribution | All 3 heroes, all skills | 1st hero's 1st skill ONLY |
Critical: Joiners only contribute their 1st hero's 1st skill. The top 4 highest-level first skills are selected per rally. It's better to join with NO heroes than to add a weak skill that displaces a stronger one.
Pitfall Upgrade System
Before attacking the bear, your alliance must upgrade the Pitfall. This is non-negotiable for competitive damage.
Pitfall Levels & Bonuses
| Level | Hunting Arrows Required | Cumulative Arrows | Attack Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 200 | 200 | +5% |
| 2 | 300 | 500 | +10% |
| 3 | 400 | 900 | +15% |
| 4 | 500 | 1,400 | +20% |
| 5 | 500 | 1,900 | +25% |
Hunting Arrow Collection
- Each alliance member earns 24 arrows per day from Intel Missions
- With 40 active members: 960 arrows/day = max Pitfall every 2 days
- The +25% Attack bonus at max level applies to ALL rally damage
Alliance Tip: Make Intel Mission completion mandatory. Missing arrows directly costs your alliance damage and rewards.
Best Heroes by Role
Best Joiner Heroes
Remember: Only your 1st hero's 1st skill contributes to rallies.
| Tier | Heroes | 1st Skill Effect | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-Tier | Chenko | +25% Squad Lethality | Best joiner in the game |
| S-Tier | Amadeus | +25% Squad Lethality (Battle Ready) | Excellent alternative |
| S-Tier | Yeonwoo | +25% Squad Lethality (On Guard) | Top tier choice |
| Use Cautiously | Amani, Hilde | Attack boost | Less effective than Lethality |
| Avoid Stacking | Marlin, Zoe, Jaeger, Petra | Chance-based effects | Don't stack multiple |
| Never Use | Jabel, Gordon, Edwin | Poor skills | Join with no hero instead |
Important: If you don't have Chenko, Amadeus, or Yeonwoo at high skill levels, join with troops only. A weak hero skill wastes a slot that could go to someone stronger.
Optimal Troop Formations
Joiner Troop Formation
Recommended: 10% Infantry - 10% Cavalry - 80% Archers
Why this works:
- Archers deal the highest damage
- You still need 10% Infantry and Cavalry because heroes buff their own troop types
- Skipping a troop type entirely wastes hero stat boosts
Alternative ratios:
- 15% Infantry - 15% Cavalry - 70% Archers
- 25% Infantry - 25% Cavalry - 50% Archers (safer for lower accounts)
Pro Tip: Use the Formation Preset feature to save your Bear Hunt formation. This lets you join rallies with a single click before they fill up.
Alliance Coordination Strategy
Who Should Lead Rallies:
- Top 10-15 strongest players only
- Must have high Command Center level (determines rally capacity)
- Must have maxed combat research, gear, and heroes
Rally Capacity:
- Each rally holds ~15 joiners (varies by CC level)
- Top 4 joiner hero skills are selected automatically
Avoid These Mistakes:
- Too many open rallies (splits joiners, dilutes hero skill quality)
- Weak players leading rallies (wastes everyone's damage potential)
- Joiners with bad heroes taking skill slots from stronger players
The 30-Minute Timeline
| Phase | Time | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | 0-5 min | Top hosts launch rallies, strongest joiners fill first |
| Mid-Hunt | 5-23 min | Continuous rally cycling, troops return and rejoin |
| Final Push | 23-30 min | Everyone launches a rally to create maximum join spots |
Final Push Strategy: In the last 5-7 minutes, EVERY player should start a rally. This creates more spots for returning troops, maximizing total damage in the final moments.
Reward Breakdown
Primary Rewards:
- Forge Hammers - The main prize, essential for gear upgrades
- Resources - Large quantities of RSS
- Lucky Hero Gear Chests - Chance for Mythic equipment
- Alliance Tokens - For alliance shop purchases
Reward Scaling:
- Individual rewards based on personal damage contribution
- Alliance rewards based on total damage
- Maximum rewards unlock at 1.2 billion total damage
Milestone Awareness: If you've secured a reward tier and are far from the next, consider letting another alliance member take your rally spot so they can reach their milestone.
Optimal Strategy by Player Type
F2P Strategy
Goal: Maximize personal contribution and help alliance reach 1.2B damage
Approach:
- Complete Intel Missions daily for Hunting Arrows (24/day)
- Only join rallies—don't host unless you're genuinely top 15
- Use Chenko, Amadeus, or Yeonwoo if you have them leveled
- If no good hero, join with troops only (80% Archers)
- Save formation preset for instant rally joins
F2P Tip: Bear Hunt is your best source of Forge Hammers. Never miss an event—the materials are irreplaceable for gear progression.
Pre-Event Preparation Checklist
Before the Bear Hunt starts:
- Complete daily Intel Missions (24 arrows minimum)
- Verify Pitfall is maxed (Level 5, +25% Attack)
- Recall all gathering troops
- Set troop formation to 10-10-80 (or your optimal ratio)
- Save formation as preset for quick joins
- Position castle near the trap location
- Equip Lethality-focused gear
- Coordinate with alliance on rally host order
- Know your role: host or joiner
Tips & Tricks
- Castle Positioning: Move your castle near the trap before the event. Shorter march = more rallies joined.
- Formation Presets: Save your Bear Hunt formation. One-click joining beats manual setup every time.
- No Defense Needed: The bear doesn't attack. Zero defense, maximum offense.
- Skill Level Matters: A Level 5 Chenko skill beats a Level 3 Amadeus. Level your best joiner hero.
- Empty Hero Slot: Genuinely better than a bad hero. Don't be afraid to join hero-less.
- Watch Milestones: If you've hit a tier, let someone else take your spot to hit theirs.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Don't Do This:
- Hosting rallies when you're not top 15 in alliance strength
- Joining with weak heroes that waste skill slots
- Using defensive troop compositions (you need DPS, not defense)
- Missing Intel Missions (your arrows matter for Pitfall upgrades)
- Having troops out gathering when the event starts
- Opening too many simultaneous rallies (dilutes joiner quality)
- Ignoring Lethality in favor of raw Attack stats
Is This Event Worth It?
For F2P: Essential. This is your primary source of Forge Hammers—skip it and your gear progression stalls. High priority.
For Low Spenders: Excellent. Consistent participation compounds into significant gear advantages over time.
For Whales: Core event. Rally hosting provides massive individual rewards and strengthens your entire alliance.
Overall Rating: 10/10 - The single best source of Forge Hammers in the game. Missing Bear Hunts is never acceptable.
Summary
Bear Hunt is an alliance coordination event where Lethality, hero skills, and organization matter more than raw power. Success comes from upgrading your Pitfall, using the right heroes (or no heroes), and working together as an alliance.
Key Takeaways:
- Lethality is the most valuable damage stat—prioritize it over Attack
- Only top 10-15 players should host rallies
- Joiners contribute ONLY their 1st hero's 1st skill—use Chenko/Amadeus/Yeonwoo or go hero-less
- Use 10-10-80 troop formation (Infantry-Cavalry-Archers)
- Max the Pitfall before every hunt (+25% Attack at Level 5)
- Complete Intel Missions daily—your arrows matter