The Dilation Tree in Revolution Idle becomes accessible after completing all Eternity Challenges, unlocking a late-game layer that allows exponential growth in Dilation Points (DP), Dilation Tree Points (DTP), Animal Points (AP), Supernova (SN), and Eternity Points (EP). While the interface may appear complex at first, a strategic cycling of builds and milestone awareness makes navigating this tree highly rewarding.
This guide gives insights from Game Vault, Discord min-maxers, and gameplay testing to offer the most efficient roadmap from DTP 1 to 48+.
1. Dilation Tree
Prerequisites
- Complete all Eternity Challenges (ECs).
- Push to ~1e23 DP/s using Time Flux, lab tuning, and Supernova cycling.
Your First DTP
- Use Time Flux in 10-minute bursts to amplify Dilation Upgrades.
- First point should go into Center-1 (C1) → increases DP income.
- Collect Animal Points (AP) immediately afterward.
- Expect DTP 1 in 1–2 hours; DTP 2 (via ~1e29 DP/s) follows quicker.
Early Allocations
| DTP | Allocation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C1 | Boost DP/s generation |
| 2 | M1 | Further boosts DP/s |
| 3 | Respec → C1, T1, T2 | Triggers huge DP spike |
2. Strategic Build Cycling (3–16 DTP)
Once you reach 3+ DTP, start rotating builds depending on your short-term goal. Builds can be respec’d safely — just ensure you run a DP-focused build between other builds to offset the 5% Dilation Upgrade penalty from respec.
Supernova Builds
- 4 DTP:
C1, T1, T2, T3→ SN 83+ - 8+ DTP:
C1, T1, T2, 3xT3, B1, B2→ SN 106+ - 12+ DTP:
C1, T1, T2, 5xT3, B1, B2, B3
DP Farming Builds
- 6 DTP:
C1, M1, T1, 2xT2 - 10–12 DTP:
C1, B1–3, M1, T1, T2 - 14+ DTP:
C1, T1–T4, M1, B1–B3
Animal Point Builds
- 11 DTP:
C1, 5xB1, 5xB2 - 15–23 DTP: Add
M3, M4for better scaling - 30+ DTP:
C1; T1,1,1,5; M1,1,5,5; B5,5,1,5
Eternity Farming Builds
- 13+ DTP:
C1, M1, 5xM2, M3, 5xM4 - 21+ DTP:
C5, M5,1,5,5
3. Mid-Game Progression (DTP 16–40)
This range is often referred to as the “Dilation Wall” due to slower pacing. Here are efficient builds and cycling logic to push through:
Efficient Builds
| Goal | Build | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DP Farm | C5; T1,1,1,5; M5,1,5,5; B1,1,5,5 | Core post-DTP 25 config |
| Supernova | C1; T1,1,5,5; B1,1,1,5 | Gets SN ~120 |
| AP Farm | C1; T1,1,1,5; M1,1,5,5; B5,5,1,5 | AP scaling focus |
| Eternity Push | C1; M1,5,1,5 | Obsolete post-DTP 41 |
Lab Settings
- Early: 1:5 (Gen Power : Common Exponent)
- Transition: 1:3 or 1:2
- Late (DTP 37+): All lab points → Common Exponent (#6)
4. Endgame Grind (DTP 40+)
After 40 DTP, progress slows significantly. Long idle farming sessions for AP and SN are required.
AP & EP Thresholds
| DTP | Target AP | EP (Approx) |
|---|---|---|
| 41 | 365k | ~1e11 |
| 44 | 421k | ~1.05e12 |
| 48 | 540k | ~7e12 |
Cycle Between
- DP Build:
C5; T1,5,1,5; M5,1,5,5; B1,1,1,5 - Supernova Build:
C1; T1,1,5,5; M1,1,5,5; B5,5,1,5 - AP Build:
C1; M1,5,5,5; B5,5,1,5
Unity Reset
- At 1.08e2.466 EP, Unity becomes available.
- Resets all progress but offers Zodiac bonuses — a major power jump.
5. Key Milestone: Achievement #140
- Unlocks at 13 DTP by placing 1 point in every node
- Permanently buffs Top-4, Mid-4, and Bottom-4 nodes by +30%
6. Expert Tips & Meta Insights
Respec Penalty
- Every respec costs 5% of Dilation Upgrades #1–3
- To offset this: Always run a DP build after respec
Challenge #10 (Dilation)
| Difficulty | Recommended | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dilation Upgrade #1 ~180 | 35 mins run |
| 5 | Upgrade #1 ~440, Lab ~2050 | ~15 mins with TF |
Discord Path (Alternate DTP 1–46 Order)
- Optimized by community members @1tartaletka1, @bat262, etc.
- Helps skip dead zones and improves post-Unity progression
Final Thoughts
The Dilation Tree is less about brute-force grinding and more about timing, cycling, and knowing when to pivot builds. Progress will plateau often, but with the right lab setups, smart respecs, and preset loadouts, every breakthrough becomes satisfying.
Core Takeaways:
- Focus on Animal Points after DTP 40.
- Supernova pushes unlock key milestones (SN 155–156).
- Don’t ignore Eternity milestones — aim for 4e10+ by DTP 39.
- Use Challenge #10 for massive DP gains.
Stay patient from 40 to Unity, it’s a slow but epic climb.
