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
Tabby Bee
Buy First- •Largest core stat boost when gifted
- •Tabby Love buff is multiplicative
- •Stacks increase with playtime
- •Essential for all hive types
Cobalt Bee
Buy Second- •Blue faction core bee
- •Cheapest event bee at 250 tickets
- •Strong blue pollen bonus
- •Great for Blue Hive builds
Festive Bee
Buy Third- •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:
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).