Golem: Clash of Clans Group Troop – Dark Elixir Troop

COC Golem: The Golem, a formidable Dark Elixir Troop, becomes accessible upon upgrading the Dark Barracks to level 4. Recognized for their sluggish movement and modest damage output, these ground troops compensate with an exceptional pool of hitpoints.

Golemite Spawn

Upon defeat, a Golem unfurls two or three Golemites (dependent on the CoC Golem’s level), each inheriting 1/5th of the original Golem’s statistics. These Golemites inflict area damage upon their demise, adding an extra layer to their strategic deployment.

Target Prioritization

Golems exhibit a unique focus on defensive structures, surpassing all other targets. They steadfastly ignore other enemy buildings and troops while defensive structures persist. Even when confronted by Clan Castle troops, heroes, or Skeleton Trap skeletons, Golems remain unwavering in their pursuit of defensive targets.

Post-Defense Scenario

Once all defenses succumb to their might, Golems transition into generic troops with no specific target preference. They pivot to attacking the nearest building, only turning their attention to enemy units once their initial target is eradicated.

Strategy of Golem

Offensive Strategy

• Splash Damage Strategy: Deploy CoC Golems strategically to absorb hits from splash damage defenses like Mortars and Wizard Towers before unleashing high-damage troops such as Archers, Barbarians, or Wizards.
• Support Troops: Given the Golem’s low damage output, it’s imperative to back them up with potent damage-dealing and ranged troops like Wizards or Witches.
• Inferno Tower Priority: Swiftly eliminate single-target mode Inferno Towers to prevent them from obliterating Golems. A Freeze Spell can be a valuable tool for temporarily disabling these menacing towers.

Noteworthy Strategies

• GoWiPe, GoWiWi, and GoHo: CoC Golems serve as pivotal tanks in these popular attack strategies, forming the backbone of both the army and the kill squad.
• Avalanche Attack: Explore the potent “Avalanche” strategy, deploying four or more Golems alongside Wizards or Super Wizards for a devastating assault.

Defensive Strategy

• CoC Golem as a Distraction: Position Golems strategically in the middle or within the range of most defenses to effectively distract attacking forces for a substantial duration.
• Golem in Clan Castle: While not commonly found in defensive Clan Castles due to space constraints, Golems can serve as effective distractions, especially against low-health troops.

Upgrade Evolution

Statistics of CoC Golem

Preferred Target	Attack Type	Housing Space	Movement Speed	Attack Speed	Dark Barracks Level Required	Range	Death Damage Radius
Defenses	Melee (Ground Only)	30	12	2.4s	4	1 tile	1.5 tiles

Level	Damage per Second	Damage per Hit	Damage Upon Death	Golemites spawned Upon Death	Hitpoints	Research Cost	Research Time	Laboratory Level Required
1	35	84	350	2	5,100	N/A	N/A	N/A
2	40	96	400	2	5,400	10,000	1d 6h	6
3	45	108	450	2	5,700	20,000	2d 12h	7
4	50	120	500	2	6,000	30,000	3d 18h	7
5	55	132	550	2	6,300	43,000	4d 6h	8
6	60	144	600	2	6,600	53,000	5d	9
7	65	156	650	2	6,900	77,000	5d 12h	9
8	70	168	700	3	7,200	100,000	6d 12h	10
9	75	180	750	3	7,500	125,000	9d	10
10	80	192	800	3	8,000	160,000	10d	11
11	85	204	850	3	8,400	300,000	16d	12
12	90	216	900	3	8,800	330,000	17d	13

Golem History

November 16, 2012	tiffosco suggested adding Golem.
Patch	Description
April 17, 2013	Added Golem with 4 levels.
May 23, 2013	Added the level 5 Golem. Decreased training time of level 2,3 and 4 Golem.
January 26,2016	Golem and Golemites received 3x damage from the Eagle Artillery.
May 4, 2016	Reduced training time of Golem from 45 minutes to 15 minutes.
October 12, 2016	Reduced the CoC Golem’s training time from 15 minutes to 10 minutes.
December 19, 2016	Added the level 6 Golem Decreased upgrade times for level 2-5 Golem. Gave the Golem a new artwork in the icon and info.
October 11, 2017	Added the level 7 CoC Golem.
December 18, 2017	Increased HP for level 1-3 Golem.
June 11, 2018	Added the level 8 Golem The Eagle Artillery no longer deals 3x damage to Golems and Golemites.
June 26, 2018	Golem recieved an upgrade times reductionLevel 2 upgrade time reduced from 6d to 4d.Level 3 upgrade time reduced from 8d to 5d 12h.Level 4 upgrade time reduced from 10d to 6d 12h.Level 5 upgrade time reduced from 12d to 8d.Level 6 upgrade time reduced from 14d to 9d 12h.Level 7 upgrade time reduced from 14d to 11d 12h.
October 23, 2018	Reduced training costsReduced gem donation cost for the Golem from 30 to 20 Gems.
April 2, 2019	Reduced training cost for the Golem at all levels.
June 18, 2019	Added the level 9 CoC Golem Increased Golem and Golemite’s death damage at levels 5-8.Increased death damage radius at all levels.
September 11, 2019	Gave the Golem and Golemites three balance changes:DPS adjusted across all levels to be consistent with DPS of Golemites (new DPS is now exactly five times the DPS of the Golemites).Golemite level 1-3 HP increased.Level 8 and 9 Golems spawn 3 Golemites instead of 2.
March 30, 2020	Reduced the upgrade cost for the levels 2-7 Golem. Healer AI are less likely to heal Golemites.
June 22, 2020	Added the level 10 Golem Reduced the level 7-9 Golem training cost:Level 7: 600 -> 575 Level 8: 700 -> 650 Level 9: 800 -> 725
October 12, 2020	Reduced research cost and times for level 2-8 Golems.
April 12, 2021	Further reduced research costs and times for level 2-9 Golems.
September 27, 2021	Added the level 11 Golem.
December 9, 2021	Reduced upgrade times for level 2-4 Golems.
October 10, 2022	Added the level 12 Golem.

Golem Gallery

Golem Trivia

1. Maximum Deployment: A complete set of fully upgraded Army Camps allows for a maximum of 10 Golems. Including the Clan Castle, this number increases to 11. With the use of Clone Spells, up to 15 Golems can be deployed on the battlefield.
2. Biblical Reference: The word “Golem” is found once in the Bible (Psalm 139:16) as “golmi,” signifying “my light form” or “raw” material, representing the unfinished human being. In Jewish folklore, a golem is an animated being created from inanimate matter, often clay or mud, with the most famous narrative involving Rabbi Judah Loew ben Bezalel in 16th-century Prague.
3. Clash Royale Connection: The Level 6 Golem bears a resemblance to its counterpart in Clash Royale.
4. Golem Event: An event featuring Golems took place from UTC 8:[14/1/17|00 14/1/17] through UTC 8:[16/1/17|00 16/1/17], functioning as a mini-achievement. Golems were discounted by 90%, and players could earn rewards, including Experience, Gems, and Dark Elixir, by winning multiplayer battles with specific Golem requirements.
5. Inspiration from Age of Mythology: The CoC Golem’s inspiration is likely drawn from the Promethean in Age of Mythology, both being stone creatures that split into smaller versions upon defeat.
6. Clash Royale Hint: A Loading Screen Hint in Clash Royale suggests that the Golem’s heart is made of stone.
7. Barbarian King Skin: The Golem is featured as a Barbarian King skin, one of the four troops showcased as Hero skins, alongside the Goblin, P.E.K.K.A, and the Valkyrie.

Golem Comparisons

1. Hitpoints Ranking: The level 11 Golem holds the record for the highest hitpoints among all regular troops.
2. Unique Splash Damage Delivery: Golems, Balloons, and Lava Hounds are exclusive troops that deal splash damage upon dying, setting them apart from others like the Wall Breaker.
3. No Builder Base or Super Troop Counterpart: The Golem, along with the Healer, Electro Dragon, Yeti, Dragon Rider, Ice Golem, and Headhunter, lacks a Builder Base or Super Troop counterpart.
4. Supreme Hitpoints in Home Village: The level 12 Golem reigns as the troop with the most hitpoints in the Home Village, factoring in both the CoC Golem itself and its three Golemites, totaling 14,080 hitpoints (Golem: 8,800 + 3×1,760).
5. Clan Capital Superiority: The Mountain Golem in the Clan Capital surpasses all, boasting a higher overall hitpoint total with 44,000 at max level.

Conclusion

Mastering the deployment of Golems in your Clash of Clans strategy can turn the tide of battles, both offensively and defensively. Adapt these insights to elevate your gameplay and achieve victory on the battlefield.

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