Rules & Game Guide
How to Play Krillion: Rules, Mechanics & Scoring Algorithm
Official Documentation • Updated October 2026 • 6 min read
📋 Quick Summary: Krillion at a Glance
- Objective: Reach maximum depth (up to 7,000 meters per prompt, 49,000m total) across 7 category prompts.
- Core Rule: Valid answers are scored by rarity. Popular answers score shallow; obscure answers plunge deepest.
- Time Limit: 60 seconds per prompt. Unanswered prompts score 0m.
- Game Modes: Daily Dive (1 synchronized set every 24h) and Endless Dive (unlimited free practice).
Step-by-Step Gameplay Walkthrough
- Read the Category Prompt: Each round presents a prompt from history, geography, science, literature, or popular culture (e.g., "A sovereign nation located in the Southern Hemisphere").
- Analyze the Crowd Consensus: Ask yourself what answer 80% of players will type first (e.g., Australia or Brazil). Discard it immediately!
- Submit a Valid Obscure Answer: Type an answer that is factually accurate but recalled by only a tiny minority of participants (e.g., Nauru or Tuvalu).
- Receive Depth Evaluation: The engine scores your depth based on real-time community frequency logs.
- Share Your Dive Grid: After 7 rounds, copy your color-coded emoji breakdown to social platforms to compare with friends.
The Depth Scoring Algorithm Explained
Unlike binary trivia where answers are either right or wrong, Krillion implements a multi-tiered algorithmic depth curve:
| Depth Tier | Frequency Percentile | Badge | Player Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0m - 1,500m | > 35% of players | 🌊 Surface Floater | Valid, but swallowed by the crowd consensus. |
| 2,500m - 4,500m | 5% - 35% of players | ⚠️ Too-Clever Trap | Clever answer, but dozens of other smart players had the same idea. |
| 5,000m - 6,500m | 0.5% - 5% of players | ⚓ Twilight Sinker | High-tier trivia recollection. Rare and deep. |
| 7,000m (Max) | < 0.05% of players | 👑 Hadal Abyss | Flawless obscure knowledge. Maximum possible round score. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if my answer is factually incorrect?
If an answer is incorrect or unverified, you score 0 meters for that prompt and receive a missed depth penalty.
Can I play Krillion more than once per day?
Yes! While the official Daily Dive resets every 24 hours, you can play unlimited rounds in our Endless Practice Mode without any lockout.