Sneaky Goblin: Clash of Clans Ground Troop – Statistics, Histody

The Sneaky Goblin, a formidable Super Troop derived from the standard Goblin, brings a new dimension to your Clash of Clans strategy. Unlocking this elusive force requires a strategic boost and an upgraded Town Hall, adding a layer of complexity to your army composition.

Unlocking the Sneaky Goblin

To harness the power of the Sneaky Goblin, boost your Goblin to at least level 7 and upgrade your Town Hall to level 11 or beyond. This exclusive transformation enhances the Goblin’s abilities, making it a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield.

Boosting Process

Elevate your Goblin by investing 25,000 Dark Elixir or opt for a Super Potion to enable a 3-day boost. The Sneaky Goblin’s level mirrors that of your Goblin, unlocking its full potential during battles.

Town Hall and LaboSneaky Goblin Attributes

The Sneaky Goblin boasts increased damage and hitpoints compared to its predecessor. Its unique Cloak ability grants it 5 seconds of invisibility upon deployment, offering a tactical advantage on the battlefield.

Target Prioritization

Sneaky Goblins prioritize resource buildings, ignoring other structures and enemy forces until all resource buildings are eradicated. Even when under attack, they maintain focus on accumulating loot, making them a valuable asset for resource-focused raids.

Offensive Strategies

1. Battle Blimp Surprise: Infiltrate enemy bases with a Battle Blimp loaded with Sneaky Goblins to swiftly eliminate the Town Hall while remaining invisible. Combine with the Grand Warden, Eternal Tome ability, and a Rage Spell for guaranteed success.
2. Resource Building Assault: Utilize Sneaky Goblins as efficient funneling troops, especially against bases prioritizing Town Hall defense. Their high damage against resource buildings makes them ideal for dismantling exposed Gold Mines and Elixir Collectors.
3. Goblin-Knife Tactics: Sneaky Goblins offer a robust alternative to regular Goblins during loot farming. Their increased health ensures survival in the core of bases, particularly when boosted by the Grand Warden’s Life Aura.

Offensive Spell Synergy

• Jump Spells: Aid Sneaky Goblins in reaching compartments protected by walls, allowing them to access resource storages or the Town Hall efficiently.
• Haste Spells: Enhance Sneaky Goblins’ speed, maximizing the cloak ability’s effectiveness during their infiltration.

Defensive Countermeasures

1. Giant Bombs: Strategically place leveled Giant Bombs to eliminate Sneaky Goblins with a single blow, especially around Battle Blimp spawn points.
2. Resource Storage Placement: Safeguard the Town Hall by situating resource storages nearby, diverting Sneaky Goblins’ attention and depleting their Cloak ability.
3. Defense Against Low-Hitpoint Units: Employ multi-targeting Inferno Towers, Eagle Artillery, and Scattershots to counter Sneaky Goblins effectively. Basic splash defenses like Mortars and Wizard Towers also pose a threat.

War Strategies

• Warden Walk Synergy: Combine Sneaky Goblins with Warden Walks in wars, capitalizing on the Warden’s lower damage output that the Sneaky Goblin compensates for.

Tactical Base Layout

• Building Placement: Slow down Sneaky Goblins by positioning resource buildings behind structures like the Builder’s Hut or Spell Factory, creating a no-spawn zone.

Incorporating Sneaky Goblins into your Clash of Clans strategy demands a blend of offensive finesse and defensive resilience. Mastering their unique attributes can turn the tide in battles and raids, ensuring a formidable presence on the battlefield.

Statistics of Sneaky Goblin

Preferred Target	Attack Type	Housing Space	Movement Speed	Attack Speed	Range	Special Ability
Resources (Damage x2)	Melee (Ground Only)	3	32	1s	0.4 tiles	Cloak

Special Ability  (Cloak) Description:“Invisible to defenses for the first 5 seconds”

Boost Cost	Boost Duration	Goblin Level Required
25,000	3d	7

Level	Damage per Second	Damage per Attack	DPS on Resource Buildings	Hitpoints
7	155	155	310	270
8	170	170	340	320
9	180	180	360	350

Sneaky Goblin History

Patch	Type	Description
March 30, 2020	Update	Added the Sneaky Goblin, with levels 7 and 8.
June 27, 2022	Update	Decreased Sneaky Goblin’s DPS on level 7 and 8.Level 7: 160 -> 155Level 8: 190 -> 170

Clash of Clans Sneaky Goblin Gallery

Troop Capacity and Cloning Potential

• A fully upgraded set of Army Camps accommodates a maximum of 106 Sneaky Goblins.
• Including the Clan Castle, this number expands to 122, with an additional 56 possible through Cloning Spells.
• The grand total reaches an impressive 178 Sneaky Goblins on the battlefield simultaneously.

Visual Resemblances

• Clash Royale Connection: The Sneaky Goblin bears a striking visual resemblance to the Goblin Brawler from Clash Royale.
• TMNT Inspiration: With its orange mask, the Sneaky Goblin intriguingly resembles Michelangelo from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series.

Name Origin

• The Super Troop’s name correlates with the Gold Storage’s cautionary description: “Don’t let sneaky goblins anywhere near!”
• Notably, this description predates the Sneaky Goblin’s introduction, possibly using “sneaky” as an adjective.

Artwork Discrepancies

• Color Contrasts: In the artwork, the bag is darker than its patch, while in battle, the patch is darker than the bag.
• Contrasting Hands: The hands holding the crowbar and bag differ in the artwork and battle visuals.

Crowbar-Wielding Sneaky Goblin

• The Sneaky Goblin brandishes a crowbar, emphasizing its mischievous and resource-focused nature.

Comparative Insights

• Early Accessibility: The Sneaky Goblin is unique as the only Super Troop whose level requirement can be met before reaching Town Hall 11.
• Pioneering Super Troops: It shares the distinction of being one of the first Super Troops introduced, alongside Super Barbarian, Super Giant, and Super Wall Breaker.
• Temporary Abilities: Along with Super Barbarian, Rocket Balloon, and Super Minion, the Sneaky Goblin possesses temporary abilities, adding a dynamic element to its strategic use.
• Iconic Representations: Its icon, featured in the info image, aligns with a select group of Super Troops, including Super Archer, Rocket Balloon, Super Minion, and Super Bowler.
• Name Distinction: Among the Super Troops, the Sneaky Goblin stands out as one of four without “Super” in its name, alongside Rocket Balloon, Inferno Dragon, and Ice Hound.
• Temporary Invisibility: It shares the distinction of having an ability that grants temporary invisibility, following in the footsteps of the Sneaky Archer and temporary Royal Ghost.

Exploring the intricacies and unique features of the Sneaky Goblin provides valuable insights for Clash of Clans commanders seeking to optimize their strategies on the battlefield.