The Beacon is preparing for Season 1 with a limited-time competitive playtest called Goblin’s Gambit: Pre-Season 1. This three-day event introduces a brand-new prediction-based board game mode called Kraken Krash, giving players their first look at the evolving game loop before the full season launches.
For the first time, players will be able to experience The Beacon alongside friends in a structured competitive environment.
Here’s everything confirmed so far.
Event Dates and Time
The Goblin’s Gambit Pre-Season 1 event runs for three days:
Start: February 24, 2026 at 3 PM UTC
End: February 26, 2026 at 3 PM UTC
The event window is limited, making participation timing important for leaderboard progression.
What Is Kraken Krash?
Kraken Krash is a new prediction-based board game mode being introduced during the Pre-Season event. While full Season 1 content will include additional minigames, this event focuses exclusively on Kraken Krash.
The core objective is to:
Use Gobloonz
Build Kraken Favor
Climb the leaderboard
Every Gobloon spent increases your Kraken Favor, which determines your leaderboard ranking.
This event serves as both a competitive test and a preview of how the broader Season 1 loop will function.
How to Participate
To join Goblin’s Gambit:
Sign in using your Epic Games account
Enter The Beacon
Go to The Cellar beside the tavern
Speak to Goldtooth Grix to receive daily Gobloonz
Play Kraken Krash to accumulate Kraken Favor
Daily Gobloonz distribution creates a pacing structure, encouraging consistent participation across all three days.
Event Rewards Breakdown
Leaderboard rewards are structured by placement:
Top 10
50 Glint plus Premium Access for Season 1
Top 100
25 Glint
Top 500
10 Glint
All Glint earned during the event will carry over into Season 1. Glint is The Beacon’s in-game premium currency and will play a role in the upcoming seasonal content.
Participation Cosmetic
Players who participate during the event will receive the Blue Pirate Bandana NFT cosmetic.
This cosmetic serves as proof of participation in the Pre-Season 1 event.
Limited-Time Giveaway Rewards
In addition to leaderboard rewards, The Beacon team will run multiple giveaways during the event. These giveaways are the only opportunity to obtain the Red Pirate Bandana NFT, making it an exclusive cosmetic tied to Goblin’s Gambit.
More details on giveaway mechanics are expected closer to launch.
What This Means for Season 1
Goblin’s Gambit appears designed to test competitive systems and player engagement before Season 1 officially begins. By limiting available minigames and focusing on Kraken Krash, the developers are using the event as a structured preview rather than a full rollout.
The carryover of Glint into Season 1 suggests that participation could offer an early advantage.
The Beacon Goblin’s Gambit FAQ
When does Goblin’s Gambit start?
February 24, 2026 at 3 PM UTC.
How long does the event last?
Three days, ending February 26, 2026 at 3 PM UTC.
What is Kraken Krash?
A new prediction-based board game mode introduced for the Pre-Season event.
What is Glint?
Glint is The Beacon’s in-game premium currency used during Season 1.
Do rewards carry over into Season 1?
Yes. All Glint earned during the event carries over.
How do I receive Gobloonz?
By speaking to Goldtooth Grix in The Cellar each day during the event.
How do I get the Blue Pirate Bandana?
Play during the event to receive the participation cosmetic.
How do I get the Red Pirate Bandana?
It is only available through limited-time giveaways during the event.