Introduced in the game’s Town Hall 14 update, pets have added a new layer of strategic complexity to Clash of Clans. These faithful companions enhance the abilities of your Heroes and significantly influence the dynamics of the battlefield. There are four types of pets in the game, each with its unique abilities:
- L.A.S.S.I: An airborne unit that’s potent at tackling defenses with high hitpoints;
- Electro Owl: This electric-powered bird can deal chain damage to several buildings;
- Mighty Yak: A powerful unit that specializes in breaking down walls quickly;
- Unicorn: The Unicorn supports by constantly healing the Hero it accompanies.
Constructing Your Pet House: A Step-by-Step Guide
The first step to getting pets in Clash of Clans is to construct the Pet House. It’s worth noting that the Pet House only becomes available once you’ve upgraded to Town Hall 14. Here’s a detailed step-by-step process of building your Pet House:
- Step 1: Open Clash of Clans: Launch the game on your device and ensure you’re at Town Hall 14 or higher;
- Step 2: Access the Shop: On the main screen, you’ll see an option labeled ‘Shop’. Tap on it;
- Step 3: Select ‘Resources’: In the Shop menu, choose the ‘Resources’ tab;
- Step 4: Locate the ‘Pet House’: Scroll through the available items until you come across the ‘Pet House’;
- Step 5: Start Construction: Select the ‘Pet House’ and choose an appropriate location in your village to place it. Begin the construction.
The construction of the Pet House requires a large amount of resources and considerable time:
| Resource | Amount Required |
|---|---|
| Gold | 15 million |
| Elixir | N/A |
| Dark Elixir | N/A |
| Builder Time | 13 days |
These costs are hefty, but well worth it. The Pet House serves as the foundation for acquiring and training your pets.
Journey to Pet Ownership: Unveiling the Process
After successfully constructing the Pet House, the journey towards owning pets begins. There’s a sequence to unlocking pets, and each pet becomes available as you progressively upgrade your Pet House.
- L.A.S.S.I: This airborne attacker is your first pet, unlocked immediately after building the Pet House;
- Electro Owl: Upgrade the Pet House to level 2 and the Electro Owl is yours;
- Mighty Yak: When the Pet House reaches level 3, the Mighty Yak becomes available;
- Unicorn: Reach level 4 with your Pet House and the Unicorn is unlocked.
For each level of the Pet House, there are costs associated with the upgrade:
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Gold) | Upgrade Time | New Pet Unlocked |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 17.5 million | 15 days | Electro Owl |
| 3 | 19 million | 16 days | Mighty Yak |
| 4 | 20 million | 18 days | Unicorn |
This table provides a clear understanding of the resources and time required for each upgrade, helping you plan your resource allocation.
Optimizing Hero-Pet Pairings: Maximizing Battle Efficiency
Once you’ve acquired your pets, the crucial aspect of assigning them to your Heroes begins. To assign a pet to a Hero, navigate to your Pet House, select the pet you wish to assign, and then assign it to the Hero of your choice. Each Hero can only be assigned one pet at a time, and the same pet can’t be assigned to multiple Heroes simultaneously. This mandates careful strategizing based on the unique abilities and traits of each pet.
For instance, the Barbarian King, a melee Hero with high hitpoints, could greatly benefit from the Unicorn’s healing ability, making him more durable in the battlefield. On the other hand, the Archer Queen, with her ranged attacks, might pair well with the Mighty Yak to break through walls and access hard-to-reach targets.
The choice of pet can significantly influence a Hero’s performance in battle. Hence, a deep understanding of each pet’s abilities and each Hero’s strengths and weaknesses is key to optimizing these pairings.
Powering Up Your Pets: A Detailed Guide to Leveling Up
To make your pets more effective in battles, it’s essential to level them up. Each upgrade improves their abilities and hitpoints, making them more formidable in battle. This section offers a detailed guide to pet upgrades, outlining the costs, time, and benefits associated with each level.
| Pet Level | Upgrade Cost (Dark Elixir) | Upgrade Time | Hitpoints Increase | Ability Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 6 million | 2 days | +100 | +10% |
| 3 | 7 million | 3 days | +200 | +20% |
| 4 | 8 million | 5 days | +300 | +30% |
| 5 | 9 million | 7 days | +400 | +40% |
This table gives a clear view of the resources and time needed for each upgrade, as well as the increase in hitpoints and ability improvements that come with leveling up your pets.
To upgrade your pets, you can use Magic Hammers or Books of Heroes for an instant upgrade, or simply use Dark Elixir and wait for the specified upgrade time. It’s worth noting that the Books of Heroes and Magic Hammers can only be obtained through the Trader or the Clan Games, so strategize their usage carefully.
Conclusion
Mastering the art of obtaining, assigning, and upgrading pets in Clash of Clans is a skill that can significantly tip the scales of battle in your favor. The journey is resource-intensive and demands strategic decision-making. But with this in-depth guide, you now have all the information you need to navigate this journey successfully. Embrace the challenge, and may your clan be the mightiest!
FAQ
No, each pet can only be assigned to one Hero at a time.
As of the current game version, pets can be leveled up to level 5.
Yes, you can use Gems to instantly complete pet upgrades, much like any other upgrade in the game.
No, the Pet House is not a target during attacks and does not need to be protected.
No, pets only function when assigned to a Hero and will not participate in battles if their assigned Hero is not included in the army.