Evony Pyramid Ruins: Know When a Treasure Map Is Required

Desert explorers compare ordinary pyramid ruins with rarer locations revealed by a sealed treasure map

During the relevant event, Lv1-Lv3 Pyramid Ruins can be searched on the world map, while Lv4 and Lv5 require a Pharaoh's Treasure Map to open and locate. Evony explains this distinction in its official Q&A hub. The map is not simply a navigation shortcut for every pyramid level.

Separate Searchable and Map-Opened Ruins

Use two categories in your event plan:

  • World-map search: Lv1, Lv2, and Lv3.
  • Treasure-map opening: Lv4 and Lv5.

This prevents a common inventory error: using or chasing a premium event item when the target can already be found through ordinary map search.

Event Workflow

  1. Confirm the Pyramid event is active in Event Center.
  2. Read the current event rules and remaining time.
  3. Search the map for Lv1-Lv3 before using a special item.
  4. Open Items and confirm whether a Pharaoh's Treasure Map is present.
  5. Use the map only when pursuing the higher-level ruins documented for it.
  6. Coordinate location timing with your alliance if participation is shared.
  7. Verify the located ruin and event result before consuming another map.

Decision Framework

Use a Pharaoh's Treasure Map only when all four conditions are true: the event is active, the item is present, the intended target is Lv4 or Lv5, and you have enough time to complete the activity. If any condition fails, preserve the item until the live rules support its use.

The official Q&A describes the level-location rule but does not guarantee availability, rewards, safety, or a specific event schedule. Those details must be checked in game.

Common Mistakes

  • Assuming every Pyramid Ruin needs a map.
  • Using a map near event expiration without time to complete the activity.
  • Confusing the item location with the event location.
  • Relying on an old reward list.
  • Repeating item use before confirming the first result.

FAQ

Which Pyramid Ruins can be searched directly?

The official Q&A names Lv1 through Lv3.

Which levels require a Pharaoh's Treasure Map?

Lv4 and Lv5 are opened and located with the map under the documented rule.

Does the map guarantee a particular reward?

The cited source does not make that guarantee. Check the live event rules.

Should I use the map outside the event?

Only follow the current in-game item description and event instructions.