I still can’t believe my eyes! Just when I thought my Monopoly GO shelf couldn’t get any cooler (literally!), the devs at Scopely dropped this pair of sub-zero stunners: the Narwhal Shield and the Walrus Token! ❄️ I mean, who wouldn’t want a mustachioed narwhal guarding their board and a chubby walrus chilling on an iceberg right next to Mr. M? If you’re like me and you treat every limited-edition cosmetic as a matter of life and debt, then you are in for a treat—because I’ve just emerged from the frozen trenches of the 2026 Tundra Treasures dig event, and I’m here to tell you exactly how to add these arctic gems to your collection before they disappear forever!
What ARE These Shiny New Baubles?
Let me paint you a picture. The Narwhal Shield isn’t just any old barrier—it’s a round, gleaming shield emblazoned with the most dapper narwhal you’ve ever seen. And yes, it proudly sports a curly mustache that would make even the Monopoly Man jealous. Equip this bad boy, and every time someone lands on your landmark, they’ll be met with a smile that says, “You just got defeated by a sea unicorn with better facial hair than you.” It’s ridiculous, it’s glorious, and I absolutely had to have it.
Then there’s the Walrus Token, a squat little hero perched on a chunk of ice, seemingly judging the rest of my board. It pairs with the Narwhal Shield like peanut butter and jelly, or like a double rent on a full color set. This isn’t just a token; it’s a status symbol. When you roll around the board with this whiskered chonk, everyone knows you survived the tundra and came back with the ultimate souvenir.
How Do I Get My Frostbitten Hands on Them?
Buckle up, tycoons, because these beauties are locked behind the Tundra Treasures dig minigame, which returned for a limited engagement in January 2026. If you missed it last year, consider this your second (and possibly last) chance. And if you’re a new player—oh, you sweet summer child—you’re about to experience the rollercoaster of pickaxe management that defines our lives.
The Narwhal Shield: Digging to Level 10
To claim the mustachioed marvel, you have to clear Level 10 of the Tundra Treasures grid. Now, Level 10 is not a simple sandbox. Oh no. The grid is teeming with tiles that laugh at your meager pickaxe inventory. I went in with what I thought was a healthy stash of 35 Pickaxe tokens and I was sweating harder than a snowman in July. Depending on the placement of the hidden shield (and whether RNGesus smiles upon you), you’re looking at spending at least 25 to 30 tokens. If you’re unlucky, well… let’s just say I’ve seen people burn through 40 just to dig in all the wrong places. Pro tip: start from the edges and work inward to maximize tile reveals—don’t just go ham in the center!
The Walrus Token: The Frosty Summit at Level 17
Just when you thought you could rest, the real grind begins. The Walrus Token hides at Level 17—the deepest, coldest, most pickaxe-devouring level of the event. The grid here is a sprawling ice field, and that tubby walrus is a master of camouflage. To give you the ugly truth: be prepared to sacrifice anywhere from 30 to 40 Pickaxe tokens. In my own glorious run, I burned through exactly 38 tokens because the token was buried under a corner tile I ignored until the bitter end. Was it worth it? Does a walrus have a mustache? (Okay, technically it has whiskers, but you catch my drift.) The moment that round boi popped onto my screen, I screamed so loudly my neighbor thought I’d won the lottery. And in Monopoly GO terms, I kind of did.
But How Do I Even GET That Many Pickaxe Tokens?!
I hear you wailing into the void! And I felt that same despair. The Tundra Treasures event doesn’t just hand you 70+ pickaxes on a silver platter. You need to hustle. Here’s my battle-tested strategy:
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🎲 Tournaments and Events: During the dig event, Scopely runs concurrent leaderboard tournaments and banner events. Every milestone in those events drops bundles of tokens. Aim for the top 10 in your tournament group if you can—the token rewards are insane.
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💰 Quick Wins: Never, ever skip your daily Quick Wins. They’re a reliable source of 8–15 tokens per day if you get lucky with the reward tier.
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🆓 Free Gifts: Check the in-game shop every 8 hours. The free gift sometimes contains 3–5 tokens, and over a five-day event, that adds up.
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🌟 Sticker Boom & Wheel Boost: Use sticker trading to complete sets during a Sticker Boom, which indirectly fuels the banner event that rewards even more tokens. Wait for a Wheel Boost to max your color wheel spins—token rewards often lurk there.
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🚫 Resist the Urge to Spend Early: The biggest mistake I see? People spend all their tokens on the first few levels when the grid is tiny. Hoard them for Levels 8 and beyond, where the real space-hungry grids lie.
The Complete Tundra Treasures 2026 Milestones & Rewards
Because I’m a generous tycoon who has walked this icy path before you, I’ve compiled a breakdown of the rewards at every major level. Keep in mind this is based on the 2026 rerun, and Scopely loves to tweak numbers, but it should be your north star:
| Level | Grid Size | Reward Highlights |
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| 1 | 4x4 | 50 Dice Rolls |
| 2 | 5x5 | Green Sticker Pack |
| 3 | 5x5 | Cash Grab boost + 5 Pickaxes |
| 4 | 6x6 | 100 Dice Rolls |
| 5 | 6x6 | Orange Sticker Pack |
| 6 | 7x7 | 150 Dice Rolls + Mega Heist |
| 7 | 7x7 | Pink Sticker Pack |
| 8 | 8x8 | 200 Dice Rolls, 15 Pickaxes |
| 9 | 8x8 | Blue Sticker Pack, Cash |
| 10 | 9x9 | Narwhal Shield 🎉 |
| 11 | 9x9 | 250 Dice Rolls |
| 12 | 10x10 | Purple Sticker Pack (4★ guaranteed) |
| 13 | 10x10 | 300 Dice Rolls, Builder Bash |
| 14 | 11x11 | 400 Dice Rolls |
| 15 | 11x11 | Galaxy Sticker Pack (5★) |
| 16 | 12x12 | 500 Dice Rolls, High Roller |
| 17 | 12x12 | Walrus Token 🎉 + 1,500 Dice Rolls |
Level 17 is no joke—it’s a 12x12 grid, meaning 144 tiles and only one walrus hiding in the frost. But trust me, the 1,500 dice bonus alongside that token makes the grind feel like hitting three Chance cards in a row (the good kind).
Final Thoughts from a Token-Addicted Tycoon
Is all this effort, dice spending, and mild emotional turmoil worth it? Let me answer with another question: would you rather see a generic silver shield every day or a mustachioed narwhal protecting your empire? Exactly. The Narwhal Shield and Walrus Token aren’t just collectibles; they’re conversation starters. They’re the reason your friends will send you jealous emojis in the Tycoon Club chat. And in the fast-paced world of Monopoly GO, where events come and go like trains, missing out is not an option.
So gear up, start stockpiling those pickaxes, and prepare to dig deeper than a rail baron’s pockets. The Tundra Treasures await, and I’ll see you on the frozen leaderboard, hopefully with a walrus by your side. Stay frosty! ❄️🦭