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Priority Guide

Event Bee Purchase Order

Which event bees should you buy first? This guide ranks them by cost-efficiency and impact on your progression.

Why Purchase Order Matters

Event bees require tickets which are time-gated. Buying in the optimal order ensures you get the most impactful bees first, accelerating your overall progression and honey production.

Optimal Purchase Order

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#1

Tabby Bee

Buy First
500 tickets
  • Largest core stat boost when gifted
  • Tabby Love buff is multiplicative
  • Stacks increase with playtime
  • Essential for all hive types
💎
#2

Cobalt Bee

Buy Second
250 tickets
  • Blue faction core bee
  • Cheapest event bee at 250 tickets
  • Strong blue pollen bonus
  • Great for Blue Hive builds
🎄
#3

Festive Bee

Buy Third
500 tickets
  • Festive Gift ability
  • Strong event bonuses
  • Good for boosting sessions
  • Holiday-themed buffs

After Purchase: Gifting Priority

Once you own event bees, gift them with Star Treats in this order for maximum impact:

#1Tabby Bee
#2Photon Bee
#3Bear Bee
#4Gummy Bee
#5Cobalt Bee
View full gifting priority list

Key Takeaways

🎯 First Priority: Tabby Bee

Tabby Bee provides the largest stat boost. The multiplicative Tabby Love buff makes it essential for all players, regardless of hive color.

💎 Best Value: Cobalt Bee

At only 250 tickets, Cobalt Bee is the cheapest event bee. Buy it second for excellent value and blue hive synergy.

🎫 Ticket Farming

With macro, you can earn 420 tickets/day (Bug Run + Wealth Clock). That's enough for a Star Treat every ~4.76 days.

⭐ Gift After Purchase

Don't forget to gift your event bees! Gifted event bees count toward SSA progress (need 40 unique gifted types).