Not According to Plan: Fluffy Event
The Fluffy Event is arriving soon in Hero Wars, officially titled the Not According to Plan Event. Scheduled to begin on Friday, January 23 2026, this special adventure brings unique mechanics, new relics, and exclusive rewards. Like previous events such as Lyria, Cascade, and Guus, it introduces boss fights, survival-based gameplay, and an event currency that changes how players plan their progress.
This guide covers everything we know so far about the Fluffy Event — from the boss fight system to relic upgrades, energy requirements, the battle pass, and quest structure. By preparing early, you can maximize rewards and avoid wasting valuable resources once the Not According to Plan Event begins.
Check the Hero Wars Fluffy Calculator before you progress in the event
Fluffy Event Overview
The Fluffy Event follows the style of Lyria, Cascade and Guus, featuring:
- Survival-based boss fights
- Relic upgrades that change event rewards
- Special Stall Coins as the event currency
- An exclusive mini-season
- A unique adventure map
- Event-specific buffs
Unlike standard events, the Not According to Plan Event emphasizes strategy, resource management, and careful planning.
Fluffy Event Boss Fight
At the heart of the Fluffy Event lies the boss fight. Similar to the Guus, Cascade and Lyria events, this challenge focuses on endurance, not raw damage.
- Each round your team survives, you earn Stall Coins.
- Stall Coins can be exchanged in the event shop for hero soul stones, upgrade items, and Titan materials.
- Once defeated, you can re-enter the fight and continue gathering coins.
- Success depends on lineups with strong healers, shields, and defensive synergy.
The longer you stall, the more Stall Coins you collect, making survival the true strategy of the Not According to Plan Event.
Boss Fights
All boss fights in this guide have been fully tested and verified by Zeus to ensure accuracy and reliable strategies.
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Fluffy Event Rewards: Not According to Plan Event
The Fluffy Event introduces a series of seven unique boss fights, each tied to a different chapter. While the chapter names will be rebranded under the Fluffy theme, the rewards for completing them remain exactly the same. Each stage requires a specific number of Buffs and Energy Crystals to progress, and defeating the boss grants valuable resources such as Valor Coins, Sapphire Medallions, Soul Stone Chests, Skin Stone Chests, Gifts of the Dominion, and even the Absolute Elemental Spirit Summoning Sphere.
Remember — the Energy Crystals shown in the table below are per chapter only, not cumulative. To unlock all buffs and claim every reward, you’ll need to progress through all seven chapters step by step. This structure makes the Fluffy event both a resource challenge and a tactical progression path for players aiming to maximize their gains.
Fluffy Chapters & Rewards
These are the seven boss-fight chapters. Names will be renamed to Fluffy event variants later, rewards stay the same. Energy Crystals are per chapter, not cumulative.
(per chapter)
1 Hero Soul Stone Chest
10,000 Valor Coin
1 Sapphire Medallion
30 Large Skin Stone Chest20,000 Valor Coin2 Sapphire Medallion
1 Epic Gift of the Dominion20,000 Valor Coin2 Sapphire Medallion
1 Legendary Gift of the Dominion20,000 Valor Coin2 Sapphire Medallion1 Hero Resource Chest50,000 Valor Coin10 Sapphire Medallion
1 Gift of the Dominion50,000 Valor Coin10 Sapphire Medallion
1 Absolute Elemental Spirit Summoning Sphere50,000 Valor Coin10 Sapphire MedallionUnlocking Fluffy
To recruit Fluffy, players must collect 630 soul stones. These are obtained by spending Valor Coins, with a clear table showing how many coins are required for each star rank depending on relic levels. Careful planning is needed to reach the final unlock in the Fluffy Event.
| Star | Soul Stones | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| ★ | 10 | 10 |
| ★★ | 20 | 30 |
| ★★★ | 50 | 80 |
| ★★★★ | 100 | 180 |
| ★★★★★ | 150 | 330 |
| ★★★★★★ | 300 | 630 |
| Total | 630 | 630 |
Valor Coins Needed for Fluffy
Upgrading Fluffy to 6★ requires a significant investment of Valor Coins, and the exact amount depends on your Grail of Generosity relic level. The higher the relic level, the lower the Valor Coin cost for each upgrade.
At lower star ranks, the difference isn’t dramatic. But once you’re aiming for Fluffy’s final stars, the reduction from Grail upgrades saves a massive amount of coins. This makes upgrading the relic an essential step if you plan to fully develop Fluffy during the Not According to Plan Event.
The table below shows how many Valor Coins are needed for each star rank at different Grail of Generosity levels:
| Star Rank |  Lv1 |
Lv2 |
Lv3 |
Lv4 |
Lv5 |
Lv6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★ | 20,800 | 20,000 | 19,200 | 18,300 | 17,500 | 16,700 |
| ★★★ | 34,700 | 33,300 | 31,900 | 30,600 | 29,200 | 27,800 |
| ★★★★ | 69,400 | 66,700 | 63,900 | 61,100 | 58,300 | 55,600 |
| ★★★★★ | 104,200 | 100,000 | 95,800 | 91,700 | 87,500 | 83,300 |
| ★★★★★★ | 208,300 | 200,000 | 191,700 | 183,300 | 175,000 | 166,700 |
Fluffy Event Relics: Not According to Plan Event
Three relics define the Fluffy’s Event. Each provides unique benefits and upgrade paths:
- Tome of Greed: Grants extra Stall Coins whenever you spend energy. Can be upgraded to level 15.
- Grail of Generosity: Reduces reward costs in the Altar of Fate. Can be upgraded to level 18.
- Amulet of Battle: Boosts buffs during boss fights to strengthen your lineup.
Upgrading relics requires strategic resource allocation. The Not According to Plan Event doesn’t offer a single “optimal” route — players must balance between relic upgrades, boss fights, and energy management.
Tome of Greed — Energy & Valor Coin Bonus
Tome of Greed adds more Valor Coins for the event as you spend energy.
Each level increases your bonus by +1,000 Valor Coins. Because upgrades cost energy, it’s best to push this relic before you start heavy energy spending during the Fluffy Event / Not According to Plan Event.
The table below lists the energy cost per level and the total Valor Coin bonus at that level.
| Level |
Energy Cost (per level)
|
Valor Coin Bonus (at level)
|
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 1,000 |
| 2 | 10 | 2,000 |
| 3 | 20 | 3,000 |
| 4 | 30 | 4,000 |
| 5 | 40 | 5,000 |
| 6 | 50 | 6,000 |
| 7 | 60 | 7,000 |
| 8 | 70 | 8,000 |
| 9 | 80 | 9,000 |
| 10 | 80 | 10,000 |
| 11 | 80 | 11,000 |
| 12 | 80 | 12,000 |
| 13 | 80 | 13,000 |
| 14 | 80 | 14,000 |
| 15 | 80 | 15,000 |
| Total | 840 | 15,000 |
Grail of Generosity Upgrade Costs
The Grail of Generosity relic in the Fluffy Event reduces the cost of rewards in the Altar of Fate. Each level you upgrade lowers the price, allowing you to stretch your Valor Coins further. Since upgrading requires energy, it’s important to know exactly how much you’ll need at each stage and how much of a reduction you’ll unlock.
The table below lists the energy cost per level and the coin cost reduction you gain in the Altar of Fate. Use this information to plan your energy spending and decide how far to push the relic during the Not According to Plan Event.
| Level | Energy Cost |
Reduction in Altar of Fate Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 100 (2800 → 2700) |
| 2 | 10 | 200 (2800 → 2600) |
| 3 | 20 | 300 (2800 → 2500) |
| 4 | 30 | 400 (2800 → 2400) |
| 5 | 40 | 500 (2800 → 2300) |
| 6 | 50 | 600 (2800 → 2200) |
| 7 | 60 | 700 (2800 → 2100) |
| 8 | 70 | 800 (2800 → 2000) |
| 9 | 80 | 900 (2800 → 1900) |
| 10 | 90 | 1000 (2800 → 1800) |
| 11 | 100 | 1100 (2800 → 1700) |
| 12 | 100 | 1200 (2800 → 1600) |
| 13 | 100 | 1300 (2800 → 1500) |
| 14 | 100 | 1400 (2800 → 1400) |
| 15 | 100 | 1500 (2800 → 1300) |
| 16 | 100 | 1600 (2800 → 1200) |
| 17 | 100 | 1700 (2800 → 1100) |
| 18 | 100 | 1800 (2800 → 1000) |
| Total | 1250 |
Energy Requirements For Boss Fight: Not According to Plan Event
Completing all Fluffy boss in Fluffy Event fights requires 790 energy in total. With chapter-by-chapter breakdowns available, players can calculate exactly how much they need before spending.
Once this threshold is met, any additional energy can safely be directed toward upgrading relics like the Tome of Greed and Grail of Generosity.
Amulet of Battle
Buffs, Energy Cost, and Cumulative Energy by Chapter
Chapter 3
Target Level 5 • 50 EnergyChapter 4
Target Level 10 • 160 EnergyChapter 5
Target Level 15 • 320 EnergyChapter 6
Target Level 20 • 530 EnergyChapter 7
Target Level 25 • 790 EnergyTotal to Unlock Chapter 7
Total Energy Required (Level 1 → 25)
Fluffy Event Battle Pass: Not According to Plan Event
The Fluffy Event also features a Battle Pass. Players aiming to maximize Fluffy will likely need to purchase it, as it contains the locked Mythic Skin for Fluffy
- The Golden Pass unlocks premium rewards including the Mythic Skin.
- Free rewards are available at each level.
Battle Pass Rewards – Not According to Plan Event
⚠️ Subject to change.
Event data may be adjusted by the developers. Use this table as a reference, not a guarantee.
| Level | Free Rewards | Golden Ticket Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 Energy Crystal | 1 Player’s Avatar |
| 2 | 1,000 Emerald | 5,000 Emerald |
| 3 | 50 Skin Stone Chest | 250 Skin Stone Chest |
| 4 | 2 Soul Crystal | 10 Soul Crystal |
| 5 | 10 Energy Crystal | 50 Energy Crystal |
| 6 | 50 Wish Crystal | 250 Wish Crystal |
| 7 | 4,000 Artifact Coin | 20,000 Artifact Coin |
| 8 | 20 Rare Enchantment Rune | 100 Rare Enchantment Rune |
| 9 | 40 Absolute Artifact Essence | 160 Absolute Artifact Essence |
| 10 | 10 Energy Crystal | 50 Energy Crystal |
| 11 | 2 Bottled Energy | 10 Bottled Energy |
| 12 | 3 Chaos Core | 15 Chaos Core |
| 13 | 50 Wish Crystal | 250 Wish Crystal |
| 14 | 50 Skin Stone Chest | 250 Skin Stone Chest |
| 15 | 10 Energy Crystal | 50 Energy Crystal |
| 16 | 20 Rare Enchantment Rune | 100 Rare Enchantment Rune |
| 17 | 40 Absolute Artifact Scroll | 160 Absolute Artifact Scroll |
| 18 | 1,000 Emerald | 5,000 Emerald |
| 19 | 2 Bottled Energy | 10 Bottled Energy |
| 20 | 2 Explorer’s Move | 20 Explorer’s Move |
| 21 | 50 Wish Crystal | 250 Wish Crystal |
| 22 | 2,000,000 Gold | 10,000,000 Gold |
| 23 | 4,000 Artifact Coin | 20,000 Artifact Coin |
| 24 | 40 Absolute Artifact Essence | 160 Absolute Artifact Essence |
| 25 | 1 Sapphire Medallion | 5 Sapphire Medallion |
| 26 | 2 Bottled Energy | 10 Bottled Energy |
| 27 | 1,000 Emerald | 5,000 Emerald |
| 28 | 50 Wish Crystal | 250 Wish Crystal |
| 29 | 40 Wish Insignia | 200 Wish Insignia |
| 30 | 2 Explorer’s Move | 20 Explorer’s Move |
| 31 | 20 Rare Enchantment Rune | 100 Rare Enchantment Rune |
| 32 | 40 Absolute Artifact Scroll | 160 Absolute Artifact Scroll |
| 33 | 50 Skin Stone Chest | 250 Skin Stone Chest |
| 34 | 2 Bottled Energy | 10 Bottled Energy |
| 35 | 1 Sapphire Medallion | 5 Sapphire Medallion |
| 36 | 1,000 Emerald | 5,000 Emerald |
| 37 | 40 Absolute Artifact Metal | 160 Absolute Artifact Metal |
| 38 | 40 Wish Insignia | 200 Wish Insignia |
| 39 | 2 Eternal Seed | 10 Eternal Seed |
| 40 | 1 Sapphire Medallion | 1 Fluffy’s Librarian Skin |
| 41– | 2 Event Box | 10 Event Box |
Fluffy Event Quests
The Not According to Plan Event includes two sets of quests:
Main Tasks
These are your core, repeatable objectives for the event. Each line shows the maximum progress that counts toward rewards.
- Win battles in the event — MAX 64
Clear fights on the event map and in boss encounters. Each win moves the counter; caps at 64. - Buy Emerald — MAX 120,000
Any Emerald purchase contributes up to a total of 120,000. - Spend Emerald — MAX 150,000
Use Emeralds on your usual priorities; only the first 150,000 spent are counted. - Get a hero (Keira) of a maximum rank by collecting Fragments in the Hero Stall
Recruit or rank-up heroes via the Hero Stall by gathering fragments. - Buy any pet in the Hero Stall — MAX 10
Purchase pets from the Hero Stall. Up to 10 count toward the quest. - Get VIP points — MAX 7,000
Earn VIP points through purchases or bundles; the quest stops tracking after 7,000. - Spend Stall Coin — MAX 5,000
Use your Stall Coins in the event shop; only the first 5,000 spent are recorded. - Spend Sapphire Medallion — MAX 100
Spend up to 100 Sapphire Medallions for full credit.
Unleasing Power
The following rewards are taken from Resonance of Souls
- Gift of the Elements level for Fluffy — MAX 30
Invest Gift of the Elements levels into Fluffy, up to 30 counted. - Evolution level for Fluffy — MAX Star 6
Evolve Fluffy through star ranks; credit caps at 6★. - Promote Fluffy — MAX Red
Promote Fluffy through color ranks; tracking ends at Red. - 1st Artifact level for Fluffy — MAX 80
Level Fluffy’s first artifact to as high as 80 for full quest credit. - Fluffy glyph levels — MAX 150
Raise Fluffy’s glyphs; a total of 150 levels count. - Upgrade any hero’s skin — MAX 150
Improve skins across your roster (not just Fluffy). Up to 150 levels are counted. - Unlock an Ascension glyph in the Ascension Spire — MAX 30
Open Ascension glyphs; up to 30 unlocks count. - Total ability levels for Fluffy — MAX 400
Level Fluffy’s skills; a combined total of 400 levels is tracked.
For more details about the heroes and lore behind the Fluffy’s Event, you can also visit the official Hero Wars Universe page. Check out Hero Wars Calendar for upcoming events. If you missed your reward check out Hero Wars Free Gift. For Pet Adventure, check out Hero Wars Adventure
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