Hold Your King Quests Guide: All Missions & Objectives

Understanding Quests in Hold Your King

In Hold Your King, quests are the backbone of your journey through the chaotic medieval world. Each quest tasks you and your partner with transporting the irascible king from one point to another, navigating treacherous environments filled with traps and obstacles. The game features a main campaign of story quests, alongside optional side quests that offer valuable rewards. Unlike traditional RPGs, quests here are physical challenges—you must literally carry, balance, and protect the king as he throws tantrums and makes your job harder.

The quest system is designed for cooperative play, requiring precise communication and timing. Each quest has a primary objective (usually reaching the throne room) and may include optional bonus objectives for extra rewards. Understanding the types of quests and their mechanics is essential for progressing through the game efficiently.

Main Campaign Quests

The main campaign in Hold Your King consists of a series of linear quests that gradually introduce new mechanics and increasing difficulty. Each quest takes place in a unique medieval-themed level, from castle courtyards to dungeon corridors and siege towers. Your primary goal in every campaign quest is to safely deliver the king to his designated throne, avoiding hazards like swinging axes, rolling boulders, spike pits, and collapsing bridges.

As you progress, the king becomes more agitated, requiring you to manage his temper through careful movement and occasional soothing actions. Campaign quests are the primary way to unlock new areas, characters, and permanent upgrades. For a complete walkthrough of each level, check our walkthrough guide. Each completed campaign quest rewards you with gold coins and experience points, which contribute to your overall progression.

Side Quests and Optional Objectives

Beyond the main campaign, Hold Your King offers a variety of side quests that provide additional challenges and rewards. These are often optional but highly recommended for players seeking to maximize their character's potential. Side quests include timed delivery missions, where you must transport the king to a location within a strict time limit, and "calm the king" challenges, where you must avoid triggering his rage by maintaining perfect balance.

Some side quests also feature environmental puzzles, such as activating mechanisms while holding the king steady. Completing side quests grants exclusive cosmetic items, extra currency, and sometimes unique upgrades not available through the main campaign. For tips on efficient farming, see our farming guide. Many side quests become available only after reaching certain milestones in the campaign, so revisit areas periodically.

Quest Types and Mechanics

Hold Your King features several distinct quest types, each with unique mechanics. Delivery Quests are the most common, where you simply need to move the king from point A to point B while avoiding hazards. Escort Quests add the complication of defending the king from environmental threats like falling debris or enemy patrols. Balance Quests require you to carry the king across narrow platforms or unstable surfaces, testing your coordination.

Timed Quests impose a countdown, forcing you to make quick decisions without sacrificing stability. Boss Quests pit you against massive medieval contraptions or rival teams trying to steal the king. Each quest type demands different strategies—for instance, in Balance Quests, slow and steady wins the race, while Timed Quests reward risk-taking. Understanding these mechanics will help you adapt your playstyle. For more on general gameplay, read our gameplay overview.

Rewards and Progression

Completing quests in Hold Your King is the primary way to progress. Each quest grants experience points (XP) that level up your account, unlocking new abilities and upgrades. Gold coins earned from quests can be spent at the in-game shop on character skins, king costumes, and utility items that make future quests easier. Some quests also reward special tokens used to unlock permanent passive bonuses, such as increased carrying speed or reduced king anger buildup.

Optional objectives within quests yield bonus rewards, often including rare crafting materials or exclusive cosmetic items. For a full breakdown of the progression system, refer to our progression guide. Prioritizing quests with high gold or XP rewards early on can significantly accelerate your progress through the campaign.

Tips for Completing Quests Efficiently

To succeed in Hold Your King quests, communication with your partner is paramount. Always call out upcoming hazards before you reach them, and synchronize your movements to keep the king stable. When facing traps, one player can scout ahead while the other holds the king steady. Use the environment to your advantage—some platforms can be used as shields against falling objects.

For timed quests, memorize the optimal route and minimize unnecessary detours. If the king becomes angry, pause briefly to let him calm down rather than rushing into danger. Upgrading your character's carrying capacity and balance skills early will make later quests much more manageable. For additional strategies, see our tips and tricks guide. Finally, don't neglect side quests—they often provide the resources needed to overcome difficult campaign missions.