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TH13 Upgrade Priority Guide 2026: Super Troops & Yeti Meta

By Utkarsh · Updated June 2026 · 24 min read
Quick Answer

At TH13, upgrade your Hero Hall to level 7 on day one to unlock the Royal Champion — she is your highest-ROI investment. Build both Scattershots immediately (8.5M Gold each) for splash coverage. Use the auto-maxed Giga Inferno to redirect gold into defenses. Research Yeti and Bowler in the Lab for Pekka Smash. Total max time is 568 builder days, compressible to 7-9 months with Gold Pass and hammers.

Last Updated: June 2026

Town Hall 13 represents a massive leap in raw power — the Royal Champion, Scattershots, and Super Troops redefine every aspect of war and farming. This TH13 upgrade guide 2026 delivers exact day-one builder assignments, the auto-maxed Giga Inferno mechanic, Scattershot placement strategy, and a complete Yeti Smash breakdown anchored in the post-October 2025 economy.

By Utkarsh · Last Updated: June 2026
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TL;DR — The 30-Second Summary

Do not upgrade your Town Hall weapon — the Giga Inferno is automatically maxed. Focus entirely on placing your Scattershots, unlocking the Royal Champion at Hero Hall Level 7, and utilizing Super Troops from the Super Sauna. Use CWL medals on Hammers of Fighting to skip the lengthy TH13 laboratory queue. Track everything at ClashOS Upgrade Tracker.

What's New at Town Hall 13 (2026 Mechanics)

Town Hall 13 represents a massive leap in raw defensive and offensive power that fundamentally transforms the competitive landscape. In 2026, the Giga Inferno on the Town Hall no longer requires five expensive individual levels — it is fully weaponized immediately upon upgrading, retaining its signature slowdown effect and maximum damage output.[2, 3] This critical change fundamentally restructures the economy of TH13, allowing players to redirect millions of gold directly into the new Scattershot defenses rather than sinking resources into the Town Hall weapon.

Giga Inferno — Auto-Maxed & Slowdown Active

The Giga Inferno retains the full maximum stats of the old five-level weapon system. When the Town Hall sustains damage, it fires a continuous beam that deals escalating damage over time and applies a devastating movement speed reduction to all nearby troops. Upon destruction, it releases a damaging burst that punishes clustered armies. The slowdown mechanic is particularly lethal against ground smash armies, as it forces Yetis and Pekkas into extended exposure zones where splash defenses can dismantle them.[1, 2, 3]

Key Mechanic Change — October 2025

The Giga Inferno is automatically maxed upon upgrading to TH13. All gold previously earmarked for five weapon levels can now be redirected into Scattershots and heavy defenses from the moment your upgrade completes.

Royal Champion & Super Sauna

On the offensive side, the Royal Champion is unlocked at Hero Hall Level 7, instantly becoming the most important hero in the game.[9, 10] Her defense-targeting ability and automatic wall-jumping mechanics allow her to bypass base compartments entirely, diving straight into core defenses and the Town Hall. Super Troops, unlocked via the Super Sauna, become a core component of army compositions.[5, 11] The Super Sauna allows players to boost troops like Super Archers, Super Witches, and Sneaky Goblins, which completely redefine pathing and funneling mechanics. Additionally, the Yeti reaches max level 4, and the Log Launcher is introduced, providing a heavy-tanking meta that excels at opening deep base compartments.[8, 11]

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Day-One Progression Blueprint

The first 24 hours at TH13 are defined by a single objective: unlock the Royal Champion and establish your Scattershot defense as rapidly as possible. Every builder must be assigned to maximize the five-day Town Hall boost while simultaneously placing both Scattershots to neutralize the offensive strength of opposing TH13 attackers. The builder assignments below represent the mathematically optimal resource allocation after the October 2025 economy overhaul.

Day-One Priority Checklist

Day-One Builder Assignments

Builder Target Structure Resource Cost Upgrade Time Strategic Objective
Builder 1 Hero Hall Level 7 6.2M Elixir 3d 12h Unlocks the Royal Champion and expands hero slots
Builder 2
LaboratoryLaboratory
5.8M Elixir 3d Upgrades immediately to utilize the 5-day TH boost
Builder 3 Scattershot 1 8.5M Gold 4d 12h Introduces high-impact splash damage to stop hog/hybrid pushes
Builder 4 Scattershot 2 8.5M Gold 4d 12h Balances defense coverage across opposite quadrants
Builder 5
Clan CastleClan Castle
8.0M Gold 5d Essential for holding larger reinforcement spells and Sieges
Builder 6 Dark Barracks 5.5M Elixir 3d Unlocks the Headhunter for defensive CC and offense

Complete Upgrade Priority Order

The upgrade priority at TH13 follows a strict four-phase model that establishes the Royal Champion and Scattershot defense before investing in secondary structures. The Giga Inferno auto-max mechanic eliminates the old gold bottleneck, freeing resources for an accelerated Scattershot timeline.[11] For TH13 progression, unlocking the Royal Champion at the Hero Hall is your immediate focus. Allocate a dedicated builder to her upgrades continuously, while another builder focuses on the Laboratory to unlock Super Bowlers and Super Archers. Upgrade the Siege Workshop to unlock the Log Launcher, which is vital for smash attacks. In the defensive queue, build and max both Scattershots early as they represent a major jump in splash damage. Point defenses like cannons and archer towers should be left for the final phase. By focusing resources on offense first, you maintain high war win rates and earn maximum daily bonuses to fund your progression.

Phase Priority Targets Core Purpose Resource Focus
Phase 1: Offense Hero Hall Lvl 7, CC, Army Camps, Lab Establish maximum army capacity and unlock the Royal Champion immediately Elixir Dominant
Phase 2: Point Def Scattershots, Giga Inferno base Mount effective defense blocks against popular ground smash armies Gold Dominant
Phase 3: Heavy Def Eagle Artillery, Inferno Towers, X-Bows Secure mid-tier splash defenses to protect point components Gold Dominant
Phase 4: Economy DE Drills, Gold/Elixir Storages Expand storage ceilings to accept heavy late-stage resource costs Balanced

Time to Max TH13 in 2026

The October 2025 rebalance delivered sweeping reductions across every upgrade category at TH13. Wall upgrades received the largest cut at 40%, making Level 14 walls dramatically more accessible. Combined with hero timer reductions of nearly 30%, the total time to max TH13 dropped from 825 days to 568 days — a staggering 31.1% reduction that compresses the progression window by over eight months.[2, 7, 12, 20] Managing the 420-day builder timeline at TH13 requires strategic use of Magic Items. Save your Books of Building for the Scattershot and Giga Inferno upgrades, which have the longest build times. If you have the 6th builder unlocked, you can speed up your overall progression by 20%. The 2025 economy rebalance reduced TH13 wall costs by 40%, making it much easier to keep your builders active without getting bottlenecked by resources. Use ClashOS progress notifications to plan your resource requirements and stagger upgrades, ensuring you never sit on full storages or idle builders.

Category Pre-October 2025 Post-October 2025 Resource Savings % Reduction
Structures 210 Days 150 Days 60M Gold / Elixir 28.5%
Wall Upgrades 180 Days 108 Days 120M Gold / Elixir 40.0%
Heroes 240 Days 170 Days 2.5M Dark Elixir 29.1%
Laboratory 195 Days 140 Days 110M Elixir / DE 28.2%
Total 825 Days 568 Days 290M Total Resources 31.1%
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Hero Priority & Equipment Breakpoints

The hero landscape at TH13 is dominated by the Royal Champion's arrival. She consumes the bulk of Dark Elixir but delivers unparalleled offensive value that justifies every investment. The Minion Prince, as an Elixir-based hero, should never compete with the RC for Dark Elixir resources. Keep at least two heroes upgrading at all times using the ClashOS Equipment Planner to optimize gear progression.[11, 15]

Hero Max Level Priority Recommended Equipment Avg Cost Upgrade Time
Royal ChampionRoyal Champion
25 1 Hog Rider PuppetHog Rider Puppet, Haste VialHaste Vial 160k DE 4d 12h
Minion PrinceMinion Prince
50 2 Equip from CWL medals 5.5M Elixir 3d 12h
Grand WardenGrand Warden
40 3 Eternal TomeEternal Tome, Rage VialRage Vial 5.8M Elixir 4d
Archer QueenArcher Queen
75 4 Magic MirrorMagic Mirror, Healer PuppetHealer Puppet 180k DE 4d 12h
Barbarian KingBarbarian King
75 5 Giant GauntletGiant Gauntlet, Rage VialRage Vial 170k DE 4d

Royal Champion — Top Priority Hero

The Royal Champion is the single most important unlock at TH13. Her Seeking Shield ability targets four structures simultaneously, and her natural defense-targeting AI combined with automatic wall-jumping means she can bypass entire base compartments. Neglecting her upgrades is the single biggest progression mistake at TH13 — keep her upgrading at all times, even if it means pausing the Barbarian King.[10, 11, 15]

Laboratory Priority — Top 10

The laboratory at TH13 must prioritize a single competitive army composition rather than spreading upgrades across multiple troop types. The Yeti and Bowler combination forms the backbone of the dominant Pekka Smash strategy, while Hog Riders and Miners anchor the versatile Hybrid meta. Spreading research across four different army styles simultaneously guarantees mediocrity in all of them.[11, 27]

Rank Troop / Spell Max TH13 Level Research Cost Research Time Primary Strategic Purpose
1
YetiYeti
Level 4 7.8M Elixir 5d Key tank for Yeti Smash and funneling
2
BowlerBowler
Level 5 110k DE 4d 12h Core DPS for Pekka Smash and ground armies
3
Hog RiderHog Rider
Level 10 120k DE 4d 12h Essential component for Hybrid and RC Walk attacks
4
MinerMiner
Level 7 7.2M Elixir 5d Pairs with Hog Riders to create the deadly Hybrid meta
5 Super Archer Level 9 7.0M Elixir 4d Enables Blimp clone tactics and range funneling
6
Super WitchSuper Witch
Level 5 8.0M Elixir 5d Foundation for the slow, unstoppable Smash meta
7
DragonDragon
Level 8 8.2M Elixir 5d Heavy air spam support for casual war attacks
8
Heal SpellHeal Spell
Level 8 6.5M Elixir 4d Vital for keeping Hog Riders alive through Scattershots
9
Haste SpellHaste Spell
Level 5 90k DE 3d 12h Speeds up balloons and hybrid core units
10
Jump SpellJump Spell
Level 4 6.0M Elixir 4d Essential for Pekka and Yeti pathing over walls

Pro Tip — CWL Medal Strategy

Use CWL medals exclusively on Hammers of Fighting or Spells to skip the lengthy TH13 laboratory upgrades. Save Book of Heroes specifically for the Royal Champion's final 5 levels, where each upgrade takes over 4 days and consumes massive amounts of Dark Elixir.

Detailed Upgrade Strategy

Day-One Builder Logic

At Town Hall 13, the addition of the Royal Champion and Scattershots introduces a dramatic shift in both defensive and offensive capabilities. The immediate objective is upgrading the Hero Hall to Level 7 to unlock the Royal Champion, whose defense-targeting and wall-jumping mechanics make her the most lethal offensive asset at this level. Concurrently, constructing both Scattershots establishes immediate defense blocks against standard Yeti Smash attacks from opposing TH13 players.[10, 11, 15]

Optimal Defense Progression

The point defense progression at TH13 focuses on upgrading X-Bows and Inferno Towers after the Scattershots are operational. In 2026, point defenses carry far greater defensive weight than standard splash defenses like Wizard Towers and Mortars. The Eagle Artillery should be upgraded during Phase 3 once the Scattershot network is fully established. A common defensive layout mistake is placing both Scattershots adjacent to each other — they must be positioned on opposite quadrants to maximize coverage against both ground and air approaches. Consult the ClashOS Base Layout Directory for optimized Scattershot positioning.[11]

Pitfalls and What NOT to Upgrade First

Critical Mistakes to Avoid

Do not prioritize Cannons and Mortars before Scattershots. Due to the massive reductions in wall costs (40% for Level 14 walls), gold must be directed to walls and Scattershots to prevent attackers from easily dismantling the outer compartments. Do not neglect the Royal Champion. Leaving her under-leveled is the single biggest progression mistake at TH13 — she should always be upgrading, even at the expense of the Barbarian King.[7, 11, 20]

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Meta Analysis — War & Farming (2026)

The Town Hall 13 meta in 2026 is anchored by Super Troops and the Pekka Smash strategy and the heavy tanking capabilities of the Yeti. The introduction of the Royal Champion creates entirely new attack vectors that were impossible at TH12, as her defense-targeting AI can systematically dismantle core compartments without requiring wall breakers or jump spells.[11, 27]

Pekka Smash — The Dominant War Strategy

This strategy utilizes Yetis and Pekkas as front-line sponge units, guided by a Warden Walk to shape one flank. The Barbarian King and a Siege Barracks establish the opposite flank. Once the funnel is secured, the core force of Pekkas, Bowlers, and Super Witches dives directly through the center using Jump and Rage spells. The Royal Champion is deployed late on the edge to clean out side compartments and support the exit. The critical timing window is ensuring the Eternal Tome activates during the Giga Inferno exposure zone, preventing the slowdown effect from halting the core dive.[27]

Yeti Super Archers Spam — The Farming Meta

Combining the heavy tanking of Level 4 Yetis with the long-range, linear damage of Super Archers creates an incredibly easy, high-percentage three-star strategy that requires minimal spell coordination. For passive farming, Mass Sneaky Goblins with Jump and Haste spells remains the most efficient resource accumulation method, allowing players to safely snipe collectors and the Town Hall for maximum loot bonuses.[8, 27]

Super Troops & Wall Reduction Impact

The late-2025 wall progression cost reduction has cut the cost of Level 14 walls by 40%. This allows players to allocate gold directly into defenses like Scattershots while easily farming resources with Sneaky Goblins. The combination of reduced wall costs and the auto-maxed Giga Inferno means that TH13 players in 2026 have access to approximately 120 million more gold for defensive investments compared to pre-October 2025 economies.[8, 20]

Community Research & Reddit Debates

Reddit analysis under upgrade order discussions highlights deep frustration with players who neglect the Royal Champion at TH13. The consensus across competitive communities is that the RC is the most important hero at this Town Hall level, and leaving her under-leveled is the single biggest progression mistake. Players who rush to TH13 specifically to unlock her report significantly faster war performance improvements compared to those who stayed at TH12 to max remaining defenses.[11, 15]

The "max versus rush" debate at TH13 supports strategic rushing once the Archer Queen reaches level 65 at TH12. Staying at TH12 simply to finish defense upgrades is viewed as a waste of laboratory and pet time, as TH13 unlocks Scattershots and the Royal Champion, both of which provide far greater strategic return on investment. The standard efficiency model in 2026 prioritizes unlocking the Royal Champion and beginning her upgrade path as early as possible.[6, 15]

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Royal Champion available at TH13?

Yes. The Royal Champion unlocks at Hero Hall Level 7, which becomes available at Town Hall 13. She is the most important offensive hero at this level due to her defense-targeting and wall-jumping mechanics. The Royal Champion's Seeking Shield ability targets four structures simultaneously, and her wall-jumping AI lets her bypass entire compartments that would stall other heroes. Keep her upgrading continuously at all times — even pausing the Barbarian King to free Dark Elixir is worth it. Pair her with Hog Rider Puppet and Haste Vial for maximum backend cleanup speed.

What is the best TH13 army in 2026?

Pekka Smash and RC Charge Dragons are the two most dominant competitive strategies at TH13 in 2026. Pekka Smash uses Yetis, Pekkas, and Bowlers for ground domination, while RC Charge leverages the Royal Champion's ability to dive deep into enemy cores. Prioritize your Laboratory and Hero Hall before investing gold into point defenses. The five-day TH boost temporarily maxes all troop levels — use this window to push your farming army and primary war composition. Stagger upgrade completions so you never sit on idle builders or full storages, and always keep the Lab running on a critical war troop.

How many Scattershots can I build at TH13?

At Town Hall 13, you can build a maximum of two Scattershots. The Scattershot is a premier defensive structure that deals heavy splash damage to ground and air units alike. Because it targets area-of-effect zones, it is highly effective at stopping swarm attacks and surgical balloon entries. Placing your Scattershots in separate compartments near the core, protected by high-HP storage units, is essential to maximize their defensive value and prevent them from being easily frozen together.

Are Giga Inferno upgrades gone at TH13?

Yes. The October 2025 update removed all five Giga Inferno weapon levels. The Giga Inferno is automatically maxed upon completing the Town Hall 13 upgrade, retaining its signature slowdown effect and full DPS output. The Giga Inferno's 50% slow effect is the primary obstacle for ground smash attacks. Always reserve one Freeze spell for the Town Hall compartment, or time your Grand Warden's Eternal Tome to overlap with the slow zone. Since weapon levels are auto-maxed, you can redirect all gold that would have gone into the TH into Scattershots and heavy defenses instead.

Which Super Troops are best at TH13?

Super Archers and Super Witches are the top Super Troop choices at TH13. Super Archers provide devastating long-range linear damage for funneling, while Super Witches create an unstoppable slow-push meta with their Big Boys. Super Archers provide devastating long-range linear damage that clears entire defense corridors from a safe distance. Super Witches create an unstoppable slow-push with their Big Boy skeletons that tank for the main army. Activate these through the Super Sauna as a day-one priority, and pair them with a Log Launcher to open deep compartments for your Pekka Smash force.

How much did wall costs decrease at TH13?

Level 14 wall costs decreased by 40% in the late 2025 economy update. This allows players to allocate gold directly into Scattershots and heavy defenses while easily progressing walls through passive farming. Both Scattershots should be positioned on opposite sides of your base, with coverage overlapping the Town Hall compartment. Space them far enough apart that a single Freeze spell cannot hit both. Protect each Scattershot with a ring of high-HP buildings and traps to delay attackers from reaching them with flanking Queen Charges or RC dives.

What is the max level for the Royal Champion at TH13?

Level 25. The Royal Champion starts at level 1 when unlocked at TH13 and can reach level 25, making her the longest hero progression at this Town Hall level. The Royal Champion's Seeking Shield ability targets four structures simultaneously, and her wall-jumping AI lets her bypass entire compartments that would stall other heroes. Keep her upgrading continuously at all times — even pausing the Barbarian King to free Dark Elixir is worth it. Pair her with Hog Rider Puppet and Haste Vial for maximum backend cleanup speed.

Should I use the Log Launcher at TH13?

Yes, the Log Launcher is the best siege machine for opening up deep ground paths at TH13. It rolls a continuous stream of logs that destroy walls and damage buildings along a straight line toward the Town Hall. With the 40% reduction in wall costs, upgrading your walls serves as an excellent resource sink for excess gold and elixir. Stagger your builders so you always have one free to dump resources into walls before starting a long upgrade. This keeps your storages empty, making your base an unattractive target for attackers.

What does the Super Sauna do at TH13?

The Super Sauna boosts standard troops into their powerful Super variants. At TH13, it allows you to activate Super Archers, Super Witches, Sneaky Goblins, and other enhanced versions that completely redefine pathing and funneling mechanics. Super Archers provide devastating long-range linear damage that clears entire defense corridors from a safe distance. Super Witches create an unstoppable slow-push with their Big Boy skeletons that tank for the main army. Activate these through the Super Sauna as a day-one priority, and pair them with a Log Launcher to open deep compartments for your Pekka Smash force.

Can I skip hero upgrades at TH13?

You can deprioritize the Barbarian King and Archer Queen temporarily, but keeping the Royal Champion upgrading at all times is critical. She provides the highest offensive return on Dark Elixir investment at TH13. The Royal Champion's Seeking Shield ability targets four structures simultaneously, and her wall-jumping AI lets her bypass entire compartments that would stall other heroes. Keep her upgrading continuously at all times — even pausing the Barbarian King to free Dark Elixir is worth it. Pair her with Hog Rider Puppet and Haste Vial for maximum backend cleanup speed.

What is the max level for the Grand Warden at TH13?

The maximum level for the Grand Warden at Town Hall 13 is level 40. Upgrading the Grand Warden is a top priority, as it increases the health and damage of all surrounding troops within his Life Aura. At level 40, his active ability, the Eternal Tome, provides complete invincibility to your main army for a crucial duration. Ensure you keep your Warden upgrading continuously using elixir while your other heroes occupy your dark elixir resources.

What is the max level for the Archer Queen at TH13?

Level 75. The Archer Queen gains 10 additional levels at TH13, further cementing her role as the primary surgical hero for Queen Charge tactics and hybrid openings. The Royal Champion's Seeking Shield ability targets four structures simultaneously, and her wall-jumping AI lets her bypass entire compartments that would stall other heroes. Keep her upgrading continuously at all times — even pausing the Barbarian King to free Dark Elixir is worth it. Pair her with Hog Rider Puppet and Haste Vial for maximum backend cleanup speed.

What is the max level for the Barbarian King at TH13?

Level 75. The Barbarian King matches the Archer Queen's cap at TH13 but remains a lower priority for Dark Elixir due to the Royal Champion taking precedence. Prioritize your Laboratory and Hero Hall before investing gold into point defenses. The five-day TH boost temporarily maxes all troop levels — use this window to push your farming army and primary war composition. Stagger upgrade completions so you never sit on idle builders or full storages, and always keep the Lab running on a critical war troop.

Is the Giga Inferno slow effect still active?

Yes. Despite the removal of weapon upgrade levels, the Giga Inferno retains its signature slowdown effect on troops when the Town Hall is attacked. This slowdown is critical for defending against ground smash armies. The Giga Inferno's 50% slow effect is the primary obstacle for ground smash attacks. Always reserve one Freeze spell for the Town Hall compartment, or time your Grand Warden's Eternal Tome to overlap with the slow zone. Since weapon levels are auto-maxed, you can redirect all gold that would have gone into the TH into Scattershots and heavy defenses instead.

Does the Scattershot target air units?

Yes, the Scattershot targets both ground and air units. It fires a bundle of boulders that bursts on impact, dealing high splash damage to the target and all surrounding troops in a cone-shaped zone. This makes it devastating against air compositions like LavaLoon or mass Dragons, as well as ground spam. Placing your Scattershots to cover your core defense zone, alongside your Giga Inferno, is key to defending your base against competitive war attacks.

What is the upgrade time for Scattershots at TH13?

4 days and 12 hours under the 2026 economy. This is a significant reduction from the pre-October 2025 timeline, allowing players to get both Scattershots operational within the first week of TH13. Both Scattershots should be positioned on opposite sides of your base, with coverage overlapping the Town Hall compartment. Space them far enough apart that a single Freeze spell cannot hit both. Protect each Scattershot with a ring of high-HP buildings and traps to delay attackers from reaching them with flanking Queen Charges or RC dives.

How does the Magic Shield assist farming at TH13?

The Magic Shield allows you to farm continuously with Sneaky Goblins without removing your shield protection. This creates an infinite farming loop where you accumulate resources while your base stays defended. Prioritize your Laboratory and Hero Hall before investing gold into point defenses. The five-day TH boost temporarily maxes all troop levels — use this window to push your farming army and primary war composition. Stagger upgrade completions so you never sit on idle builders or full storages, and always keep the Lab running on a critical war troop.

Should I upgrade the Laboratory first at TH13?

Yes, always upgrade the Lab first at every Town Hall level. The five-day TH boost temporarily maxes all troops, and upgrading the Lab immediately ensures you can start researching the moment it finishes. Prioritize your Laboratory and Hero Hall before investing gold into point defenses. The five-day TH boost temporarily maxes all troop levels — use this window to push your farming army and primary war composition. Stagger upgrade completions so you never sit on idle builders or full storages, and always keep the Lab running on a critical war troop.

What does the Blacksmith unlock at TH13?

At TH13, the Blacksmith equipment level caps are raised to level 15. This allows you to upgrade common and epic hero equipment to more powerful thresholds, significantly boosting hero performance in war. The Royal Champion's Seeking Shield ability targets four structures simultaneously, and her wall-jumping AI lets her bypass entire compartments that would stall other heroes. Keep her upgrading continuously at all times — even pausing the Barbarian King to free Dark Elixir is worth it. Pair her with Hog Rider Puppet and Haste Vial for maximum backend cleanup speed.

Can I use the Minion Prince at TH13?

Yes. The Minion Prince is unlocked starting at TH9 and reaches a max level of 50 at TH13. He is an Elixir-based hero who provides strong air support and funneling capabilities. The Royal Champion's Seeking Shield ability targets four structures simultaneously, and her wall-jumping AI lets her bypass entire compartments that would stall other heroes. Keep her upgrading continuously at all times — even pausing the Barbarian King to free Dark Elixir is worth it. Pair her with Hog Rider Puppet and Haste Vial for maximum backend cleanup speed.

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Utkarsh

Written by active TH18 players since 2016. Our Town Hall 13 guide is built from progression data analyzing Giga Inferno upgrade tiers, Super Troop farming, the Scattershot damage profile, and the Royal Champion unlock alongside Yeti meta strategies. All data reflects post-October 2025 economy values.

Disclaimer: ClashOS is an independent fan site and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Supercell Oy. Clash of Clans is a trademark of Supercell Oy. All game content and assets are the property of their respective owners. The information in this guide is based on publicly available game data and community research. Prices, timers, and stats are subject to change with game updates.

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Utkarsh

Active Clash of Clans player since 2016. TH18 player and clan leader of REQ AND STAY. Built ClashOS in 2025 after frustration with existing trackers lacking mobile support and CWL tools. Specializes in upgrade optimization and war strategy for competitive accounts.

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