Combat in Cookie Run: Kingdom is real-time with an auto-battle option, but strategic skill usage is key. Your team consists of up to five Cookies, each with unique skills, roles, and positions. Understanding these roles is crucial for team composition.

Cookie Roles:
- Front: Tanks and melee damage dealers (e.g., Hollyberry Cookie, Dark Cacao Cookie). They absorb damage.
- Middle: Ranged damage dealers and support (e.g., Espresso Cookie, Cotton Cookie).
- Rear: Healers and long-range damage dealers (e.g., Pure Vanilla Cookie, Sherbet Cookie).
During battle, Cookies automatically attack. Their skill gauges fill up over time. When a skill is ready, you can tap the Cookie's portrait to activate it. Strategic timing of skills, especially healing and crowd control, can turn the tide of battle. equip Treasures before entering combat; these provide powerful passive buffs to your entire team.