Tips and Tricks for Boosting Your Resources
Hey there! Today, I’m going to share with you a super handy trick that many players overlook. If you want to boost your resources and make your progression smoother, you’ll want to master the Troop and Fortification Resource Boost Trick. This little strategy will help you stretch your resources further, essentially “lending” resources from future upgrades. It’s a simple concept, but when done right, it can make a huge difference in your growth. Let’s dive in!
The Core Idea: Upgrade Tiers to Unlock Resource Gains
In Infinity Kingdom, troops and fortifications are upgraded in tiers—Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and so on. Each new tier makes your army stronger, but here’s the interesting part:
- When you upgrade to a new tier, all your current troops or fortifications are instantly transformed into the higher tier.
- When you refund troops, you get 80% of their resource value back.
Now, here’s the trick:
- Lower-tier troops cost far fewer resources to train compared to higher-tier troops.
- Refunded troops give back resources based on their current tier, not the tier they were originally trained at.
This means you can train cheap, low-tier troops before upgrading, then refund them after the upgrade for a huge resource boost!
How to Use This Trick Effectively
Let’s break it down step by step so you can make the most out of this trick:
1. Fill Your Training Grounds Before Upgrading
- Train as many troops as you can of a tier you’re about to leave behind (e.g., Tier 1 before upgrading to Tier 2).
- Focus on troops you don’t need for your main march. For example, if you use a fire team with shieldmen and bowmen, train cavalry and spearmen instead.
2. Upgrade to the Next Tier
- When you upgrade your barracks or fortifications to the next level, all your troops will be automatically converted to the new tier.
- Your low-cost Tier 1 troops are now shiny new Tier 2 troops!
3. Refund Troops You Don’t Need
- After the upgrade, destroy (refund) the troops you don’t need in your main march. For example, as a fire player using shieldmen and bowmen, you’d refund all your cavalry and spearmen.
- The refund will give you 80% of the resources based on the higher tier’s value, which is significantly more than you spent on training them in the lower tier.
Why Does This Work?
The key here is the difference in resource value between troop tiers:
- Higher-tier troops cost more resources, and refunds are calculated based on the troop’s current tier, not what you paid to train them.
- This creates a net resource gain, especially in early to mid-game when resources are harder to come by.
Example
- Training 1,000 Tier 1 troops might cost 100K resources.
- After upgrading to Tier 2, their refund value is based on Tier 2, giving you back 80% of 200K (Tier 2 value). That’s 160K resources, a 60K net gain!
Repeat this process for every upgrade, and you’ll see massive resource returns over time.
Addressing Concerns
“Won’t I lose resources if I retrain these troops later?”
Yes, you’ll lose 20% of the resources (the refund penalty), but think of this as “borrowing” resources from your future self. At higher levels, resources are easier to gather through farms, nodes, and events, so this trick essentially gives you a head start when resources are more precious.
“Why train troops I don’t need?”
You’re leveraging the refund system to create a resource advantage. By refunding troops you don’t need, you’re funneling those resources into other upgrades or marches that matter more for your strategy.
Pro Tips for Maximizing the Trick
- Plan Around Your Main March:
- Only keep the troops you actively use. For example, if your main march is fire with Trajan and Hippolyta, focus on shieldmen and bowmen. Refund spearmen and cavalry.
- Max Out Your Training Grounds:
- Before upgrading to a new tier, make sure your training grounds are completely full. The more troops you train at the lower tier, the bigger your refund gains will be after the upgrade.
- Use This Trick for Fortifications Too:
- This method also works for fortifications. Fill your wall with low-tier defenses before upgrading, then refund them after the upgrade for extra resources.
- Keep Your Economy Balanced:
- Don’t overdo it and drain all your resources into this strategy. Make sure you’re leaving enough for regular upgrades and training needs.
Real-Life Example
Here’s how I use this trick on my fire team:
- Before Tier 4 Upgrade: I filled my training grounds with spearmen and cavalry (troops I don’t need).
- After the Upgrade: All those troops became Tier 4. I refunded all the spearmen and cavalry, giving me back a ton of resources.
- Result: I funneled those resources into training more shieldmen and bowmen for my main march.
This approach gave me a massive boost in resources without needing to rely heavily on farming or external sources.
Final Thoughts
This resource-boosting trick is a game-changer, especially in the early to mid-game when resources are tight. By leveraging troop refunds during tier upgrades, you’ll give yourself a massive advantage in building up your kingdom and progressing faster than other players.
Remember, this strategy isn’t about breaking the game but about playing smart and making the most of the systems available to you. So, plan your upgrades, fill your training grounds, and watch your resources grow!
Good luck, and may your kingdom thrive! 😊
Published: 30-01-2025