How to Unlock Free Heroes in Honor of Kings: A Complete Guide

Learn how to unlock free heroes in Honor of Kings with events, missions, and tips for quick character acquisition.

Are you new to Honor of Kings and eager to expand your hero roster without spending a dime? In this guide, we'll walk you through the many ways to unlock free heroes, from beginner events to ongoing challenges. Whether you're aiming for a specific champion or just want to fill out your lineup, these strategies will help you gather a diverse team quickly.

### Quick Start: Your First Heroes

Right after installing the game, you'll be prompted to choose from three starter heroes—your first free pick. But the generosity doesn't stop there. The New Player 7-Day Sign-In event rewards you with four additional heroes: Arthur, Lady Sun, Peacekeeper, and Beast. Simply log in each day to claim them.

Additionally, the New Player Missions offer easy tasks that grant points up to 1400. Reaching 1000 points nets you 60 Honor Points, which can be used in the shop to draw heroes and skins for free.

### Event Bonuses and Limited-Time Offers

Keep an eye on the Events tab for limited-time opportunities. One standout is the 'Get Han Xin for Free' event, where reaching Platinum IV in ranked matches unlocks the powerful hero Han Xin. Another crucial event is the 'Road to Greatness,' currently active for only 13 days as of September 2026. This event gives you six random heroes plus a substantial amount of gold as you climb from Bronze 3 to Silver 1.

Other time-limited events include the 'Time-Limited Tier Up,' which offers plenty of gold to buy heroes from the shop, and the 'New Start Challenge Mission,' which grants diamonds and arcana—diamonds can be used for special shop offers. The '7-Day Streak Challenge' simply requires logging in for seven consecutive days to earn gold, while the 'Fight Together, Fight Better' event rewards you with 100 diamonds and gold for playing three matches with a friend.

### The Freebie Frenzy and More

One of the most generous events is 'Freebie Frenzy,' which gives you one free item per day. This event is a must-participate, as it may never return. Additionally, the 'Light Up Squares' event awards Da Qiao and a skin, and the 'Night Bazaar' event lets you earn points daily to redeem for a hero selection chest—choose wisely, as you can pick from heroes like Lu Bu and Luban.

Beyond events, you can unlock heroes through level rewards and tutorial completion. Leveling up grants heroes such as Lam, Alessio, Lian Po, Angela, Hou Yi, Milady, Biron, Dolia, and Lady Sun, along with skins. Completing all tutorials gives you a choice of Angela, Hou Yi, or Lian Po skin, plus starstone.

### Draw Systems and Daily Rewards

As you progress, you'll unlock various draw systems. The Diamond Draw, available at Gold rank, lets you pull heroes like Li Bai, Yaria, Arli, Sun Bin, and Biron. The Jade Draw, at Platinum rank, offers Liu Shan and his skin. The Point Draw is less recommended because it requires tokens, which cost real money, but it can yield Li Bai, Athena, and Princess Frost's 'Pop Star' skin.

Don't forget the Daily Gift, accessible via the diamond icon on the home screen, which provides small amounts of arcana fragments, starstone, and diamonds.

### Fast-Track Hero Acquisition

If you're willing to invest time, playing matches regularly is the most reliable way to earn gold. Focus on winning to maximize your gold earnings. Participating in events, spins, and free draws also helps. Alternatively, you can request hero gifts from friends, but note that gifting involves real money, so it's not a sustainable free method.

In the shop, heroes cost either 13,888 gold (588 tokens) or 18,888 gold (688 tokens). Gold is easier to accumulate than tokens, which are tied to real money. So, prioritize earning gold through gameplay and events to unlock heroes without spending.

### Final Takeaway

Unlocking free heroes in Honor of Kings is all about taking advantage of the numerous events and missions available. As of September 2026, events like 'Road to Greatness' and 'Freebie Frenzy' are your best bets for quick hero acquisition. Stay active, complete daily tasks, and you'll build a formidable roster in no time.