Clan War Leagues (CWL) in Clash of Clans provide clans with an exciting opportunity to compete against others in a series of intense wars. However, many players encounter a frustrating issue known as ‘CWL mismatches’ during these battles.
What is a War Mismatch?
A mismatch happens when clans with a mix of Townhall levels find themselves competing in higher leagues. This can mean facing bases that are much more advanced than theirs, giving the opponent an unfair advantage.
Why do CWL Mismatches Occur?
CWL mismatches in Clash of Clans can occur due to the matchmaking system by Supercell, which is based on the league your clan is in rather than the individual war weights of the bases. This means that a clan with a range of base levels could be matched against a clan with more uniformly high-level bases, leading to mismatches. Additionally, the system does not account for the skill level of the players, only the progression of their bases. This can result in situations where less experienced players with high-level bases are matched against veteran players with lower-level bases.
How does Clan War Matchmaking Work?
- The matchmaking system in Clash of Clans War operates by assessing the total strength of each clan.
- The strength of a clan is determined by several aspects:
- Offensive Strength: This is calculated based on the troops, army camp capacity, and spells of each clan member.
- Defensive Strength: This is evaluated based on the defense buildings, walls, and traps.
- Hero Strength: The heroes of each clan member contribute to both offensive and defensive strength.
- The matchmaking system does not consider trophies, unlike in Multiplayer mode.
- The system attempts to match clans with similar Town Hall levels.
- The layout and design of a base do not impact its strength. The only way to alter a member’s strength is by upgrading their troops, defenses, spells, etc.
- The matchmaking system also takes into account the Win/Loss record of clans to ensure that the opponents are of comparable strength.
- The level of a clan does not influence the matchmaking process.
- Each player and clan receives a ‘war weight’ based on their defensive and offensive levels. The matchmaking system uses these weights to pair clans with opponents of similar strength.
- When initiating a Clan War search, your clan enters a queue with other clans seeking a match. If a clan remains unmatched for a long time, the broader the range of potential opponents becomes, increasing the likelihood of a mismatch.
Strategies to Prevent Mismatches
- Ensure your clan has a balanced composition of Townhall levels.
- Avoid ‘engineering’ your bases or rushing your bases. Some clans engage in ‘engineering’, where they strategically upgrade their bases to gain an advantage in wars. If the matchmaking system categorizes a clan as an engineering clan, it may lead to mismatches.
- Encourage active participation from all clan members.
- Strategically upgrade your bases to ensure they are well-prepared for wars. For example, if I am a new Townhall 13 player, I should first upgrade to TH 12.5 before progressing to TH 13 to maximize defenses.
Conclusion
While CWL mismatches can be discouraging, understanding their causes and implementing effective strategies can make a significant difference. Success in Clash of Clans isn’t just about base strength; it’s about smart tactics and adaptability. By mastering these elements, players can navigate mismatches more effectively and lead their clans to victory. Players who have both a main clan and a feeder clan can start CWL 15v15 with higher league players up to Town Hall 14 in the main clan. In the feeder clan, they can start CWL 30v30 with Town Hall 13 and below players. This approach has yielded better results for us compared to previous strategies.
FAQs
How are CWL opponents chosen?
In CWL, opponents are selected based on several factors, including the overall strength of clan members, determined by their attacking power, defensive power, levels of Heroes, and Town Hall levels. The matchmaking process is also influenced by the win/loss records of the clans.
Does Clan War League have matchmaking?
Yes, the Clan War League in Clash of Clans does have a matchmaking system.
What are Engineered Bases in COC?
Engineered Bases in Clash of Clans are village bases that are intentionally designed to perform better in Clan Wars. These bases focus on increasing offensive power while keeping defensive strength lower than usual for their Town Hall level. Some bases even have no defenses except for Buildings, Troops, and Heroes.
This is achieved by not upgrading defensive structures and instead prioritizing offensive upgrades such as offense-oriented buildings and units. Engineered bases aim to have a lower war weight, which can result in facing weaker opponents in Clan Wars and gaining a strategic advantage.
What is the difference between Townhall 12.5 and Townhall 13?
Townhall 12.5 is an intermediate level between TH12 and TH13, where players can upgrade their TH12 buildings like Clan Castle, Army Camp, Laboratory, Barracks, Spell Factory, Heroes, Storages and some defenses like Hidden Tesla, Air Sweeper, Air Defense, Traps to a level closer to TH13.
On the other hand, Townhall 13 is the next level after Townhall 12.5, offering new buildings, defenses, and upgrades that are not available at Townhall 12.
What does a Rushed Base mean in COC?
A Rushed Base in COC refers to a village base that has been upgraded quickly without properly maxing out defenses, troops, heroes and other important upgrades. This can lead to a weaker base that is vulnerable to attacks from stronger opponents.
What is the difference between a Main clan and Feeder Clan?
A Main clan is typically the primary or original clan, while a Feeder Clan is a secondary clan that is affiliated with the main clan. Main clans are usually more established and competitive, while feeder clans are often used for nurturing and developing new or lower-level players.
What are the different league names in Clan War League?
In Clan War League, there are different league levels starting with Bronze League (I, II, III), then progressing to Silver League (I, II, III), Gold League (I, II, III), Crystal League (I, II, III), Master League (I, II, III), and the highest level is Champion League (I, II, III). Each league is divided into three tiers to indicate the level of competition.
