Demystifying the Clock: How Long Does Clan War League Really Take?

Clan War Leagues (CWL) in Clash of Clans are a monthly competitive event that pits clans against each other in a series of intense battles. So, how long does this action-packed event actually last? From start to finish, a CWL season takes approximately 9 days: 2 days for sign-up, 1 day for preparation, and 7 days for the actual war battles. Understanding this timeframe is crucial for planning your clan’s participation and maximizing your rewards.

Breaking Down the CWL Timeline

The CWL isn’t just a straightforward war; it’s a carefully structured event with distinct phases, each contributing to the overall duration. Let’s dissect the timeline:

• Sign-up Period (2 days): The CWL sign-up period usually starts on the 1st of each month at 08:00 UTC and lasts for two days. During this time, clan leaders and co-leaders can register their clan for the upcoming league. You need at least 15 players to participate.

• Preparation Day (23 hours): Once your clan has been matched with seven other clans in your league, a 23-hour Preparation Day begins immediately. This is your chance to scout your opponents, coordinate strategies, and finalize your war bases.

• War Days (7 days): After Preparation Day, the real action begins! For the next seven days, your clan will face one of the other seven clans in your league in a daily war. Each war day consists of a 24-hour Battle Day, where players launch their attacks and defend their bases.

• Reward Distribution (Up to 21 days): After the 7 days of war, Clan Leaders have up to 21 days to distribute bonus League Medals to deserving clan members.

Maximizing Your Clan’s CWL Experience

Knowing the CWL timeline is only half the battle. To truly excel, you need to understand how to optimize your clan’s participation:

• Strategic Planning: Use the sign-up period to discuss strategies and player availability. Plan your base layouts and attack strategies during the preparation day.
• Active Participation: Encourage all members to participate actively and coordinate attacks. Remember, each player has only one attack per war day in CWL.
• Bonus Distribution: Carefully consider who receives bonus League Medals based on performance and contribution. Each war that the Clan wins increases the amount of players eligible for the Bonuses by one.
• Timely Sign-up: Don’t miss the sign-up window! Missing the sign-up period means your clan will have to wait until the next CWL season.

Clan War Leagues FAQs

1. How are clans matched in Clan War Leagues?

Clans are matched based on their League level. Matchmaking doesn’t consider Town Hall levels, troop levels, hero levels, or defense building levels. So a clan of all TH12 could face a clan made of TH14 if their clan war league tier is the same.

2. Can I participate in CWL with two different clans?

No, you can only sign up for CWL with one clan. Once you’re registered with a clan for a particular CWL season, you’re locked in for the duration.

3. What happens if both clans score 100% destruction in a CWL war?

The war ends in a draw. In the past a total destruction tie breaker was introduced to minimize clan war ties, but if both clans get all stars, the total destruction amounts to 100%, and the war ends in a draw.

4. How late can I join the CWL?

Clan Leaders have two days to enter War Leagues matchmaking with at least 15 players selected. The sign-up period will expire, you will not be able to join after the first 2 days.

5. Can co-leaders start Clan War Leagues?

Yes, both Leaders and Co-leaders can start CWL. They can open the Clan War screen and press the “Start War” button, selecting the Clan members who will participate.

6. How do I earn my CWL bonus?

To receive the full reward for your clan’s placement, you must earn at least 8 War Stars from your attacks during the season. Without scoring any War Stars, the player can only get 20% of the possible League Medal rewards.

7. Do you get 10 stars for winning a war in CWL?

Yes, clans receive a 10-star bonus for winning a war, in addition to the stars earned from individual attacks. Clans compete to obtain the most stars, as that is the first criteria for rankings in the league.

8. Do you get CWL medals if you don’t participate in any war?

If your clan wins, all players opted into CWL will get medals per win. But if you are not opted into the war, you get 0. Make sure you are added to the participant list.

9. Can I switch members in CWL during the war days?

Yes, but you can only switch between people that are already on the CWL roster. Anyone not initially included in the roster cannot participate until the next CWL season.

10. How many attacks do you get in Clan War Leagues?

Each participant gets one attack per war day in CWL, making each attack crucial. This is in contrast to regular Clan Wars, where each participant has two attacks.

11. How long am I banned from a clan if I leave or am kicked?

If you are kicked from a clan, you are banned for 24 hours. If your joining request was rejected, then also you are banned.

12. Can I leave my clan during CWL?

Yes, you are free to leave your clan during a CWL war, but your War Base will remain visible on the war map and can be attacked by the opponent. Leaving will not affect an ongoing war.

13. How many clans get promoted in Clan War Leagues?

The promotion and demotion thresholds depend on the League, but generally, two clans are promoted and two are demoted in most Leagues.

14. What is the best clan war strategy?

All good war bases should: Protect the Town Hall. Make sure the Clan Castle is well centered. Have many pockets in the base and makes a good use of funneling. Make sure the Mortars and Air Defenses cover a good area.

15. Is CWL skill-based matchmaking?

It’s not entirely skill-based. While having a strong roster increases your chances of facing similarly strong clans, matchmaking can still be somewhat unpredictable. Streak also impacts the matchmaking, where you get tough Opponents to deal with and to Win when your streak is higher and higher.

Clan War Leagues offer a thrilling and rewarding experience for Clash of Clans players. By understanding the duration, rules, and strategies involved, you can lead your clan to victory and reap the benefits of cooperative gameplay. And if you’re interested in learning more about the educational aspects of gaming and collaborative strategies, be sure to check out the GamesLearningSociety.org website. You can learn more about collaborative skills at the Games Learning Society website.