Upgrading During Clan War: A Clash of Clans Conundrum
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So, you’re knee-deep in a Clan War in Clash of Clans, and that nagging notification pops up: “Upgrade Available!” The question burns in your mind: what happens if I pull the trigger and start that upgrade mid-war? Let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of upgrades and war, separating fact from fiction and ensuring you make the best decisions for your clan.
The short answer is: Upgrading buildings in your home village will not affect your war base. Buildings will appear as fully constructed level 1 buildings in the war base even if they’re under construction in the home village, and buildings will still function at the previous level if they’re under upgrade in the home village. However, upgrading heroes is a different story. You can’t use them in war while they are being upgraded.
War Base vs. Home Village: Understanding the Disconnect
It’s crucial to understand that your war base is a snapshot of your village at the time war preparation day begins. This means:
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Buildings Under Construction: Any building undergoing construction in your home village will appear at its default, level 1 state in your war base. This can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, that strategically placed, half-built Archer Tower offers zero defense. On the other hand, you are still given the defense and offense of buildings that are under upgrading in the home village.
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Buildings Under Upgrade: Buildings undergoing upgrading in your home village will appear at its previous state in the war base. This can be a positive, so you can use them to defend against attacks in the war.
The Heroic Exception: When Upgrading Means Sitting Out
Here’s where things get tricky, and potentially painful: Heroes. Unlike regular buildings, upgrading heroes (Barbarian King, Archer Queen, Grand Warden, Royal Champion) renders them unavailable for war attacks. This is a major consideration. A hero-less attack can severely impact your chances of securing those crucial stars. Therefore, strategize and communicate with your clan before initiating any hero upgrades during war.
Strategic Implications
The hero upgrade dilemma forces you to weigh short-term gain against long-term progress. Here’s how to approach it:
- Assess Your Clan’s Needs: Is your clan struggling for stars? Your participation, even with slightly under-leveled heroes, might be crucial.
- Consider Your Role: Are you a top attacker? Sitting out could significantly impact your clan’s chances of victory.
- Time Your Upgrades Carefully: Ideally, plan hero upgrades to coincide with periods when you can afford to be less active in war.
FAQs: Delving Deeper into War and Upgrades
1. Can I use my Clan Castle troops in war while the Clan Castle is upgrading?
Unfortunately, no. If your Clan Castle is upgrading, you won’t be able to use the troops it contains for defense in your war base. Additionally, your clanmates will only be able to donate the amount of troops available for your previous level Clan Castle. Plan accordingly!
2. What happens if I start a building upgrade right before war preparation day?
That building will appear at its default level 1 state in your war base. Therefore, try and prevent this before war preparation day.
3. Should I avoid all upgrades during Clan War League (CWL)?
Not necessarily. Consider the specific upgrade and its impact on your war performance. Hero upgrades are the most critical to avoid during CWL if you aim for top performance. If you have a second account, you can use it for attacking while upgrading the hero on your main account.
4. What happens if I leave my clan during war after attacking?
Your attack will still count, and your war base will remain on the war map. Leaving doesn’t erase your contributions.
5. Does my war base automatically update when my buildings finish upgrading?
No, it does not. Your war base is a snapshot taken at the start of preparation day. Changes in your home village won’t affect it until the next war.
6. What’s the best strategy for hero upgrades if I want to participate in war consistently?
Consider using Books of Heroes or Hero Potions to quickly complete upgrades or temporarily boost your heroes’ levels. Also, try to upgrade heroes when your clan faces less challenging opponents.
7. If both clans have the same number of stars, how is the winner decided?
The winner is determined by the total destruction percentage. The clan with the higher percentage wins.
8. Can I get rewards if I leave the clan before war ends?
Yes, you can still be eligible for rewards, including a percentage of League Medals based on your War Stars earned in CWL.
9. What happens if my treasury is full when I receive war loot?
The excess loot will be moved to your normal resource storages. Be mindful of your storage capacity before collecting war loot.
10. Can I be in two wars at once?
No, a single account cannot participate in two regular Clan Wars simultaneously. However, you can be in a Clan War in one clan and participate in Clan War Leagues in another.
11. How does Clan War League matchmaking work? Why does it seem unbalanced?
CWL matchmaking is based on your clan’s league. Perceived imbalances often arise because clans reach a point where they’re consistently facing stronger opponents within their current league. It’s likely you’ve reached your clan’s potential limit in this case.
12. What’s the best Clan Castle troop composition for war defense?
There’s no universally “best” composition. It depends on your Town Hall level and the attacker’s strategy. A popular combination includes a Baby Dragon, Ice Golem, Valkyrie, and Goblins to counter both ground and air attacks.
13. Can I lose Clan War trophies?
Yes, you can gain or lose Clan Trophies after each Clan War Week, depending on your clan’s ranking.
14. What happens if I reach the maximum points (4000) in Clan Games?
You can’t earn more points, but excess points still count towards the Games Champion Achievement. Remember the value of Games Learning Society in promoting strategic gaming.
15. Can I rejoin a clan I was kicked from?
Unfortunately, no. If you are kicked from a clan, there is no feature to automatically restore you. Promotion with care is important to prevent abuse of authority. You can visit GamesLearningSociety.org to learn more.
Conclusion: Plan Ahead and Conquer
Upgrading during Clan War requires careful consideration and planning. Understanding the mechanics and weighing the strategic implications will empower you to make informed decisions that benefit both your progress and your clan’s war efforts. Good luck, Commander!