Navigating Between Worlds: Your Ultimate Guide to the Home Village and Builder Base in Clash of Clans
The allure of Clash of Clans lies in its strategic depth and the constant pursuit of growth, managing not just one, but two distinct villages: your Home Village and the Builder Base. Understanding how to seamlessly navigate between these worlds is crucial for optimizing your gameplay. Let’s dive in!
The most straightforward way to travel between your Home Village and Builder Base is by rebuilding the boat located on the shore of your Home Village. This becomes available once you reach Town Hall 4. The boat acts as a portal, allowing you to switch between your villages at will. Just tap on the boat, and you’ll be transported to your destination!
Demystifying the Connection: FAQs on Village Travel and Builders
Clash of Clans can be complex, especially with the introduction of the Builder Base. Here are 15 Frequently Asked Questions to further clarify how these two worlds interact.
1. How early can I access the Builder Base?
You can unlock the Builder Base once your Home Village reaches Town Hall 4. Rebuild the boat, and you’re ready to set sail!
2. Can I bring Builder Base troops to my Home Village?
Unfortunately, no. Builder Base Troops are exclusively for use within the Builder Base. They are trained in the Builder Barracks and cannot be transferred to the Home Village.
3. What is the purpose of the Builder Base?
The Builder Base is a separate village with its own set of resources, troops, and buildings. It introduces unique gameplay mechanics, particularly Builder Battles, allowing you to compete against other players in real-time. It’s a “home away from home,” offering a different strategic challenge. The insights from game mechanics and strategy discussed within the Games Learning Society are invaluable for maximizing your success in both villages. Visit GamesLearningSociety.org to explore more.
4. How do I get a second builder in the Builder Base?
Initially, you only have one builder in the Builder Base: the Master Builder. To get a second builder available, you need to upgrade the O.T.T.O Hut to level 5. This doesn’t give you a second builder working simultaneously, it unlocks the ability to send either the Master Builder or O.T.T.O to the Home Village.
5. How do I send the Master Builder to my Home Village?
After upgrading the O.T.T.O Hut to level 5, you’ll unlock the ability to place the Master Builder Hut in your Home Village. Doing so sends the Master Builder to your Home Village, adding a valuable builder to your workforce.
6. What is O.T.T.O, and what does it stand for?
O.T.T.O is the Master Builder’s assistant. According to Supercell staff, O.T.T.O stands for a variety of humorous acronyms, including “Organizational Tidying Trimmer Organizer”. Fully upgrading the O.T.T.O Hut is key to unlocking the Master Builder’s transfer.
7. What are the requirements for unlocking O.T.T.O?
To unlock O.T.T.O and send the Master Builder to the Home Village, you generally need to:
- Upgrade the Mega Tesla in the Builder Base to level 9.
- Upgrade the Cannon Cart to level 18.
- Upgrade the Battle Machine to level 30.
- Upgrade the O.T.T.O Hut to level 5.
8. Can I have multiple bases in Clash of Clans?
Yes, you can manage multiple bases by linking each to a separate Supercell ID using different email addresses.
9. Why does the Builder Base have two stages from Builder Hall 6 onwards?
The Builder Base is split into two stages from Builder Hall 6 to add strategic depth to attacks. This forces players to think more critically about their troop deployment and attack planning.
10. Do I lose loot if I am attacked in the Builder Base?
No. Unlike the Home Village, you don’t lose loot when attacked in the Builder Base. The loot you earn is based on your attacks, not your defenses. This encourages aggressive attacking strategies.
11. Should I rush my Builder Base?
Many players advocate for rushing the Builder Base. This is because higher Builder Hall levels unlock higher-level collectors and greater storage capacity, leading to faster resource accumulation. Higher trophy counts also yield larger win bonuses. Rushing benefits overall progression in the long run.
12. What is the best troop to max in the Builder Base?
There isn’t a single “best” troop, as the ideal choice depends on your attack strategy and play style. However, popular and effective options include:
- Raged Barbarians
- Sneaky Archers
- Bombers
- Hog Gliders
- Super P.E.K.K.A
Experiment with different combinations to find what works best for you.
13. How do I earn loot faster in the Builder Base?
To maximize loot gains in the Builder Base, focus on:
- Winning battles and increasing your trophy count: Higher trophies mean larger win bonuses.
- Completing your Builder Base Star Bonus: The higher your League, the more loot you’ll earn from the Star Bonus. The number of Stars required for the bonus varies by League.
- Upgrading your collectors and storages: This increases your passive resource generation and storage capacity.
14. What defenses can the Master Builder “gear up” in the Home Village?
Starting at Builder Hall level 4, the Master Builder can travel to your Home Village to “gear up” certain defenses, enhancing their capabilities. The defenses that can be geared up are:
- Cannon: Requires Cannon level 7 or higher and at least one Double Cannon at level 4 or higher.
- Archer Tower
- Mortar
These geared-up defenses provide significant strategic advantages.
15. What is B.O.B., and how do I get him to the Home Village?
At Builder Hall 9, a new building called ‘B.O.B’s Hut’ becomes available. Fully upgrade it by completing its 4 tasks and earn the ability to send B.O.B to help out in Home Village as an extra Builder. This gives you a permanent 6th builder!
Mastering the Two Villages: A Strategic Advantage
Understanding the intricacies of navigating between the Home Village and the Builder Base is key to excelling in Clash of Clans. By leveraging the unique features and resources of each village, you can accelerate your progress and dominate the battlefield.