The Journey of Light event is one of those repeatable, high-value events that quietly rewards planning. It’s simple in design (send zeppelins, wait 8 hours, get loot) but the value sits in the bundles, the assembled chests, and — crucially — the Myithil/Mythril you can earn. This guide explains how the event works, why it’s worth attention, what to buy (and what to avoid), and an actionable plan for free-to-play, low-spend, and spender players.
Whiteout Survival Journey of Light Guide – Mithril Farming Event
You dispatch zeppelins (each run = 8 hours) that return with rewards.
You can unlock additional slots so multiple zeppelins run in parallel (unlocking slots costs gems).
There are event-specific bundles (one-time per tier) that you can purchase; these often contain charm guides, speedups, gear chests, and the valuable Myithil (sometimes called Mythril).
At the end you can assemble lower-tier chests into higher-tier chests, then open them for big-ticket rewards (gear boost chests, lucky hero gear chests, and Myithil).
The event is time-limited and the bundles do not refresh daily — buy once per event if you want them.
Why this event is worth caring about
Myithil is the bottleneck late-game. There are few reliable sources for large amounts of Myithil, and top-end progression (gear, relics, stat pushes) often needs it.
Bundles often give gear boost chests and lucky hero gear chests, which can yield mythic gear or high rarity upgrades — rare and impactful.
The event gives speedups, XP components, and hero/general shards that help progression in multiple systems.
You can assemble and open large numbers of chests at once, which produces concentrated payoff (and statistically meaningful Myithil yields).
Core mechanics & useful numbers
Zeppelin cycle: every 8 hours per slot. Plan unlocks/speedups around your sleep and play schedule.
Slots: unlocking additional slots is a gem sink but multiplies your throughput. More slots = more loot over the event period.
Bundles: typically tiered; higher tiers cost more but give better/rarer items (including Myithil). They are one-time purchases per event.
Chest assembly: you can combine lower-tier chests into higher-tier ones; assembled high-tier chests are where the big Myithil and rare gear come from.
Speedups: pocket watches and speedup items let you finish an 8-hour run immediately — useful to align cycles with your sleep or play bursts.
Practical step-by-step play strategy
Decide your buy-level first (F2P / low-spend / spender) — this changes which bundles you should pick.
Maximize free value: run every available zeppelin slot for every 8-hour cycle. Claim and re-dispatch on schedule.
Unlock slots only if: you have gems to spare and you’ll actually keep them busy for the event duration. Don’t open a slot if you’ll leave it idle.
Buy bundles intentionally: if you’re spending, buy bundles that include Myithil and lucky gear chests early. These are the primary reason to buy.
Collect and assemble: don’t open low-tier chests one-by-one in panic. Assemble into higher-tier chests before opening to maximize top-tier chest count.
Use speedups strategically: save some for bed time to align an 8-hour run to finish while you sleep; keep a buffer so you aren’t forced to miss a cycle.
Open assembled chests and immediately claim Myithil before doing risky actions. Confirm each choice carefully when selecting which resource to pick. (One wrong click can waste a haul.)
Spending advice — who should buy what
Free-to-play (F2P)
Do not purchase event bundles. Focus on running slots, assembling chests, and using whatever free speedups you have. You will still get decent rewards; Myithil will be rare, but the assembled chest openings still give good materials.
Prioritize time management: run cycles to match your sleep/use daily free dice of activity.
Low spenders (occasional purchases)
Consider buying one or two mid-tier bundles that promise Myithil and lucky gear chests. The event’s Myithil yield is often the best bang for small purchases.
Buy small speedup packs if you need to sync cycles around sleep for maximal opening windows.
High spenders (whales/serious progression)
Buying most or all tiers can be justified because the total Myithil and high-tier gear chests directly accelerate top-end build upgrades.
Buy Frost Stars/premium currencies only if that’s part of your broader account plan and you can afford it without financial stress. (Personal finance first — the creator’s caution in the transcript is sound: prioritize real life before in-game advantage.)
What to prioritize with your Myithil (Mythril)
The transcript author prioritized infantry defense unlocks and health upgrades for infantry because those provide reliable gains. The exact stat priorities depend on your playstyle, but general rules:
Health > Defense > Attack > Lethality for infantry, as the transcript suggests (health often gives better survivability and overall value).
Consider whether you rely on garrison or rally — prioritize troop types you most often use. For a rally-focused player, marksmen or lancer investments may be more important.
If a specific gear or slot unlock gives a meaningful % improvement (e.g., a 30% defense node), those can be priority targets because they change how your troops perform in many situations.
How to maximize chest results (assembly math & expectations)
Assemble as many small chests into higher-tier ones before opening — the event rewards are concentrated in the top-tier assembled chests.
Expect variance: typical assembled yields might net you a handful of Myithil and multiple lucky gear chests for large assemblies; plan as though you’ll hit the average, but hope for spikes.
Opening hundreds of chests at once smooths outcomes to the statistical mean — that’s why the creator stacked and opened big batches.
Tactical tips & small safety notes
Don’t open the wrong reward when picking a rare resource — double-check selections (Myithil is the highest-value pick).
Save extra shards/chests if you expect an exchange or future event that converts them into more Myithil — sometimes holding yields more long-term value.
Charms/charm guides: these may be less valuable for some players; evaluate whether you need them now or would prefer packs that guarantee Myithil or gear.
Expert content: the creator hoped for future expert-specific events. If/when they arrive, they will probably target higher-tier progression items — consider saving if you prefer expert upgrades.
Example priority checklist (one-line actions)
Unlock at least the free slots and run them on every 8-hour cycle.
If buying, prioritize bundles that contain Myithil and lucky gear chests.
Save some speedups for sleep cycles so you finish an 8-hour run while you rest.
Assemble all lower chests into higher-tier chests before opening.
Spend Myithil on the node that gives the best widespread effect for your playstyle (defense/infantry for garrison-heavy players; marksmen/lancer nodes for rally mains).
Journey of Light is one of the highest-value recurring events because it gives concentrated, usable progression resources — mainly Myithil and lucky gear chests. If you’re cautious about spending, prioritize running every slot and assembling chests for good payoff. If you spend even a little, focus purchases on bundles that directly boost Myithil and high-tier gear chance — they tend to return the most visible progress.
