Merge Tactics
Master the 4-player auto-battler mode where you draft, deploy, merge, and auto-battle troops across rounds
How to Play Merge Tactics
Game Overview
Merge Tactics is a 4-player auto-battler mode unlocked at Arena 3. Each round has two phases: Deploy Phase and Battle Phase.
Deploy Phase
Spend elixir to summon or sell troops, merge identical units, and choose positioning. You can still buy and sell units on the bench during battle.
Battle Phase
Troops fight automatically. The losing player loses HP based on remaining enemy troops plus the ruler. Rounds repeat until only one player remains.
Ruler System
Choose a ruler (and skin) before the match. Each ruler has a modifier that changes how you play and affects your strategy.
Key Game Features
Star Upgrade System
1 Star → 2 Star: Merge 2 identical 1-star troops
2 Star → 3 Star: Merge 2 identical 2-star troops
3 Star → 4 Star: Merge 2 identical 3-star troops
Higher stars = stronger stats and abilities
Strategic merging to create powerful high-star units
Troop Shop
Always shows 3 cards for purchase
No refresh cost - buy cards to see new ones
Limited to 20 available cards in Merge Tactics
Strategic buying from the limited 20-card pool
Match Duration
5-8 minutes typical match length
Last 10 seconds: 100% damage boost
Decreased hit speed and invisibility time
Fast-paced matches with intense final moments
Card Traits
Unique abilities for each card type
Traits enhance with star upgrades
Strategic trait combinations
Each card has special traits that become more powerful with upgrades
Limited Card Pool
Only 20 cards available in Merge Tactics
Curated selection for balanced gameplay
Master the meta with focused card pool
Learn to master the specific 20 cards available in this game mode
Star Upgrade System
1 Star Troops
Basic troops with standard stats. These are your starting units that you'll merge to create stronger versions.
- Base stats and abilities
- Merge 2 identical to create 2-star
- Most common in early game
2 Star Troops
Enhanced troops with improved stats and abilities. Created by merging two 1-star troops.
- +50% damage and health
- Enhanced abilities
- Merge 2 identical to create 3-star
3 Star Troops
Powerful troops with significant stat boosts and special abilities. Created by merging two 2-star troops.
- +100% damage and health
- Special abilities unlocked
- Merge 2 identical to create 4-star
4 Star Troops
Elite troops with maximum power and unique abilities. The highest tier achievable through merging.
- +200% damage and health
- Unique ultimate abilities
- Maximum power level
Card Traits & Abilities
🏰 Building Traits
Inferno Tower
Trait: Escalating Damage
Damage increases over time. Higher stars = faster escalation and longer range.
Tesla
Trait: Hidden & Burst
Hidden underground, emerges with burst damage. Higher stars = longer hidden time.
Furnace
Trait: Spawn Fire Spirits
Continuously spawns fire spirits. Higher stars = more spirits and faster spawn rate.
⚔️ Troop Traits
Knight
Trait: Shield Block
Blocks incoming damage with shield. Higher stars = more blocks and damage reduction.
Archers
Trait: Split Shot
Can target multiple enemies. Higher stars = more targets and increased damage.
Giant
Trait: Tower Focus
Prioritizes enemy towers. Higher stars = faster movement and more damage to towers.
🔮 Spell Traits
Fireball
Trait: Knockback & Burn
Knocks back enemies and applies burn damage. Higher stars = larger radius and longer burn.
Freeze
Trait: Time Stop
Freezes enemies in place. Higher stars = longer freeze duration and larger area.
Zap
Trait: Chain Lightning
Chains between multiple enemies. Higher stars = more chains and stun duration.
👑 Legendary Traits
Archer Queen
Trait: Invisibility & Cloak
Becomes invisible and gains damage boost. Higher stars = longer invisibility and more damage.
Night Witch
Trait: Bat Spawn
Continuously spawns bats. Higher stars = more bats and faster spawn rate.
Mega Knight
Trait: Leap & Splash
Leaps into battle with splash damage. Higher stars = longer leap range and more splash damage.
Advanced Merge Tactics Strategies
Early Game Economy
- Start with cheap 1-star cards to build elixir advantage
- Don't rush to merge - wait for optimal combinations
- Buy cards strategically from the 20-card pool
- Focus on building a solid foundation
Mid Game Merging
- Focus on creating 2-star and 3-star units
- Prioritize merging your strongest cards first
- Manage your bench space efficiently
- Adapt to your ruler's modifier abilities
Late Game Survival
- Aim for 4-star units for maximum power
- Prepare for the final 10-second damage boost
- Deploy multiple high-star units simultaneously
- Time your merges with opponent's elixir
Star Upgrade Tactics
- Focus on one troop type for 4-star potential
- Don't spread resources across too many units
- Use 1-star units as fodder for higher stars
- Plan your merging path from 1-star to 4-star
20-Card Meta Mastery
- Learn all 20 cards and their optimal combinations
- Focus on the strongest cards in the limited pool
- Adapt strategies to the available card selection
- Master the specific meta of Merge Tactics
Trait Synergy
- Combine complementary traits for maximum effect
- Use building traits for defense and control
- Pair spell traits with troop traits
- Leverage legendary traits for game-changing plays
Pro Tips & Tricks
Shop Management
Buy cards strategically from the 20-card pool. No refresh cost - just buy to see new cards.
Star Progression
Plan your star upgrades carefully. Focus on one troop type to reach 4-star status efficiently.
Learn the 20 Cards
Master all 20 cards in the Merge Tactics pool. Knowing every card's strengths and weaknesses is crucial.
Final 10 Seconds
Prepare for the final 10-second damage boost. Save your strongest evolved units for this critical moment.
4-Star Strategy
Aim for 4-star units in late game. They have +200% stats and unique abilities that can win matches.
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