*Updated* How to Prepare for a Trophy Push

Note:  This was written by a former member. Everything here has worked for us in the past so please use the information provided!

Every 8-12 weeks, our clan does a trophy push for 1-2 weeks. The purpose is to obtain as many trophies as possible during that period of time. We want to see how high the clan can get in the "Top Clans" list and improve our rank during each push.  

It’s also the best way to gauge how far your base/skills have progressed. Like a self-evaluation, but with a video game you play while pooping vs. grades or work performance.  

It’s also the CoC equivalent of the clan putting on a slinky black (or Red) dress and going to a bar (Global) to hunt for some new meat.  When the clan looks strong, strong players will be attracted to our trophy-pheromones.

Here are a few things you can do to prepare for the push:

2 weeks before the trophy push

• Start any major defensive upgrades you would like completed by the 1st day of the push
• Start any spell or troop upgrades at this time too, especially if they take 14 days. (Max our your lightning spell so that you can lure cc troops and lightning them to smithereens)
• If possible, have all army camps and barracks maxed out so that you can hold more troops
• If you're out of defenses to upgrade, consider upgrading your CC so you'll have more troops available, if needed.  Maybe even get on those walls you’ve been neglecting.

 1 week before the trophy push

• Begin saving gold, elixir, and dark elixir since trophy hunting uses a significant amount of resources! While you will need more gold than you expect, you can't have too much elixir (and dark elixir if you plan to use dark troops). 
• Get an idea of what trophy push base you would like to use. We have some ideas here at the top left of the homepage.  If none of those are to your liking, try Clash of Clans Builder or Clash of Clans Tools
• Begin a slow push this week to get a jump on your push for day 1 of the main push. You should strive to be at a minimum of Crystal 3 - Gold 1 to start off the main push.

During the push

• Get as many trophies as you can, however you can. Resources are not a concern if you prepared properly beforehand. Snipe town halls, go for bases with enough buildings outside of walls to 1 star. Whatever it takes to get those trophies! Remember to use your cc if it will make the difference of getting a star or not! There will be plenty of requests and donations during this time so keep your donations up and request, request, request!
• Don't use builders on any defenses this week as you need them all working right now. If you need to burn resources, do it minimally as you'll need more than you expect. You can spend gold on walls, collectors, storages, and anything else not defense related.
• Once you reach your max trophy count on the last day of the push, don't forget to take a screenshot of your progress!

 Things to avoid

• Upgrading barracks.  Yes, your builders aren’t doing anything.  No, it’s not a good idea to decrease your ability to produce troops while attempting to raid as much as possible and increase trophies.
• Picking a fight you can’t win.  Not only will you bring shame to your ancestors, you run the risk of getting revenged cause you thought you’d put on your big boy pants.  Choose your opponent wisely.  This is where stocking up on gold beforehand comes into play – you’ll want to use that “Next” button liberally.
• Donating whatever you feel like.  During push, most people employ a specific strategy, and clan castle troops can be the difference between 2 star victory, or -30 cups. Giving a single level 2 hog rider is pointless. Try to stick to what’s requested, otherwise archer them up.
• RATE MY BASE.  On a scale of 6-14, how good is my base plz thx.  What’s your defense log say?  There ya go, champ!  We’re all for helping and making suggestions, but your best bet is reviewing defensive replays to see where you’re being attacked, and make adjustments accordingly.
• Loot grabbing!!! If you see an abandoned base it is ok to go after it but make sure you at least get the 50% 1 star. Don't just grab the loot and go. Get those trophies!