The King of the Sea XVIII tournament launches its Regional Stage on November 1, 2025, in World of Warships, bringing 9v9 Tier X clashes with tight ship restrictions that force teams to rethink fleet compositions and tactics.
This setup emphasizes strategic depth, as bans on certain ships limit cheese strategies and promote diverse builds. For competitive players, it means adapting to a meta where positioning and coordination become even more critical in these high-stakes matches.
Tournament Schedule Breakdown
The event runs through November 2025, split into Regional and International stages. Here's the lineup:
- November 1: Regional Stage, Weekend 1, Day 1 at 11:00 AM PT
- November 2: Regional Stage, Weekend 1, Day 2 at 10:00 AM PT
- November 8: Regional Stage, Weekend 2, Day 3 at 10:00 AM PT
- November 9: Regional Stage, Weekend 2, Day 4 at 10:00 AM PT
- November 15: International Stage, Weekend 1, Day 1 at 05:00 AM PT (Twitch Drops active)
- November 16: International Stage, Weekend 1, Day 2 at 05:00 AM PT (Twitch Drops active)
- November 22: International Stage, Weekend 2, Day 3 at 05:00 AM PT
- November 23: International Stage, Weekend 2, Day 4 at 05:00 AM PT
By the end, one server claims the crown, potentially shifting regional power dynamics in the esports scene.
Viewer Rewards and King Tokens
Even if you're not competing, tune in for up to 1,500 King Tokens via combat missions starting November 1 and Twitch Drops. These tokens unlock Armory goodies like permanent camouflages for Tier X ships.
Twitch Drops include rare vessels such as the VIII Kii and VIII De 7 Provinciën, plus the exclusive Salt & Stone camo for X C. Colombo. This boosts your collection without grinding, opening new optimization paths for your fleet.
What are the ship restrictions in KotS XVIII?
The 9v9 format at Tier X includes specific bans, designed to balance matchups and encourage tactical variety. It curbs overpowered combos, making matches more about skill than meta exploits.
How to earn Twitch Drops for World of Warships tournament?
Watch streams during International Stage weekends starting November 15. Rewards scale with viewing time, providing a low-effort way to snag premium content that enhances your strategic options in regular play.
Overall, KotS XVIII not only tests top teams but rewards the community, potentially influencing how players approach ship builds and team strategies long-term.