Best Clash Of Clans TH9 Armies For 2024

What's up, Clashers! Today, we're diving deep into the ultimate Town Hall 9 armies that will help you dominate in 2024. If you're stuck at TH9 or just looking to up your game, you've come to the right place, guys. Town Hall 9 is a super important stage in Clash of Clans, where you unlock some seriously game-changing troops and spells. Getting your army composition right can make the difference between a glorious three-star victory and a frustrating one-star loss. We'll cover some tried-and-true strategies, as well as some newer, more innovative approaches that are tearing up the battlefield right now. So grab your Elixir, get your Dark Elixir ready, and let's break down how to build an army that crushes bases!

The Powerhouses: Top TH9 Army Compositions

When you hit Town Hall 9, the game really starts to open up, doesn't it? You get access to powerful troops like the Valkyrie, Hog Rider, and the game-changing Queen Walk potential. These additions fundamentally alter how you can approach base design and offensive strategies. We're going to explore a few core army compositions that consistently deliver results. First up, let's talk about the Queen Walk Hog Riders. This strategy is a classic for a reason, guys. It involves using your Archer Queen to take out key defensive structures, often the enemy's Clan Castle troops or the Queen herself, before deploying a mass of Hog Riders to take down the rest of the base. The beauty of the Queen Walk is its versatility; it can soften up a base significantly, making the Hog Rider portion much easier. You'll typically want to bring healers to keep your Queen alive, a few Wall Breakers to get her into the core if needed, and then a bulk of Hog Riders. Don't forget your Golems or Pekkas for a potential tanking role if your Queen Walk needs backup or if you're going for a kill squad approach combined with hogs. Healing and Rage spells are essential for this composition. Remember, the goal is to funnel your Queen effectively and time her abilities perfectly. The second powerhouse army we need to discuss is the LaLoon (Lava Hound + Balloon) strategy. This air attack is devastating against many TH9 bases, especially those with scattered air defenses. It involves sending in Lava Hounds to tank for your Balloons, which will then decimate the defenses. The key here is to support your Balloons with Haste and Rage spells to ensure they reach their targets quickly and deal maximum damage. You'll often see players using a few Minions or Witches to help clear out the remaining trash buildings after the main push. A good Queen Walk can also be used to take out an Air Defense or the enemy Queen before the air assault begins, making your LaLoon push even more potent. Practice is crucial with LaLoon; timing the spell deployment and troop pathing is everything. Understanding how to lure and deal with the enemy Clan Castle troops is also vital for a successful air attack. Some players prefer a GoWiPe (Golem, Wizard, Pekka) style army for TH9, which is more of a ground-based assault. While not always the best for three-starring against well-designed bases, it's incredibly reliable for two-starring and often good for farming. You'll use your Golems as tanks, followed by Wizards to clear out buildings and deal splash damage, and then Pekkas to smash through the core. This army is more forgiving and requires less precise spell timing than LaLoon or Hog Rider attacks. However, to consistently get three stars at TH9, you'll need to master the more specialized armies. Lastly, we have the Mass Valkyrie army. This composition, when executed correctly, can absolutely shred bases. Valkyries have incredible splash damage and can tear through clustered defenses. The key to a successful Mass Valk attack is proper funneling and ensuring your Valkyries don't just run around the outside of the base. Often, players will use a Bowler or two, or a Baby Dragon, to help funnel the Valkyries into the core. A Rage spell placed in the center can create a whirlwind of destruction. The Archer Queen is still a crucial part of this strategy, often used to take out specific defenses or lure out the enemy CC. Healing spells are also vital to keep those Valkyries alive as they chew through the base. Each of these armies requires specific troop levels, spell levels, and a good understanding of base layouts. But with practice, you'll find your go-to strategy that works best for your playstyle and the types of bases you commonly face. So get out there and start practicing, guys!

Mastering the Queen Walk at TH9

Alright, let's talk about a strategy that has revolutionized attacking at Town Hall 9: the Queen Walk. If you're not incorporating a Queen Walk into your attacks, you're seriously missing out, guys. This isn't just an army composition; it's a playstyle that allows you to take out key enemy defenses, lure out the Clan Castle troops, or even snipe the enemy Archer Queen before your main army even starts its push. The core of a Queen Walk is pretty simple: deploy your Archer Queen and surround her with about four to five Healers. That's it! The goal is to keep her alive while she systematically takes down high-priority targets. What are high-priority targets? Usually, it's the enemy Clan Castle troops, the enemy Archer Queen, or an Air Defense if you're planning an air attack. For a successful Queen Walk, you need to be smart about her pathing. You don't want her walking around the outside of the base taking potshots at random buildings. Instead, use Wizards or Baby Dragons to clear out some perimeter buildings, creating a funnel so your Queen walks into the base towards your intended targets. Wall Breakers are also your best friends here; they can open up those initial layers of walls to give your Queen access to the core. Timing is everything. When your Queen is about to be overwhelmed or is taking heavy damage, activate her Royal Cloak ability. This ability not only heals her for a significant amount but also makes her invulnerable for a short period and boosts her damage. This is often enough to finish off a tough defense or take down a key structure. For TH9, a Queen Walk can be the perfect prelude to a Hog Rider attack or a LaLoon push. If you can take out the enemy Queen and some Air Defenses with your Queen Walk, your subsequent Hog Riders or Balloons will have a much easier time. Remember, the troops you bring alongside your Queen Walk depend on your main attack strategy. If you're going for Hogs, bring Wall Breakers and maybe a few Wizards for funneling. If you're going for LaLoon, you might use your Queen Walk to take out an Air Defense and the enemy Queen. Don't underestimate the power of spells during your Queen Walk. A Rage spell can be dropped on your Queen if she's facing heavy fire or needs to take down a high-HP building quickly. A Heal spell can be used to supplement the Healers if she's taking sustained damage. Mastering the Queen Walk takes practice, guys. You need to learn how to predict troop pathing, manage your Queen's health, and deploy spells effectively. But once you get the hang of it, it opens up a whole new world of offensive possibilities at TH9. It's truly one of the most impactful strategies you can learn at this Town Hall level, allowing you to control a significant portion of the enemy base before your main army even engages. So, go ahead, practice your funneling, perfect your spell timings, and make that Archer Queen walk like a boss!

Hog Rider Havoc: The Backbone of Many TH9 Attacks

When we talk about Town Hall 9 armies, you absolutely cannot ignore the Hog Riders. These guys are the definition of a strong offensive unit at this level, capable of single-handedly destroying entire bases if deployed correctly. Seriously, learning how to use Hog Riders effectively is a rite of passage for any serious TH9 attacker. The core concept of a Hog Rider attack is simple: send a mass of Hog Riders to overwhelm and destroy all the enemy defenses. However, the execution is where the magic happens, and it requires a good understanding of pathing, spell placement, and dealing with the dreaded enemy Clan Castle troops. For a typical Hog Rider army at TH9, you're looking at bringing anywhere from 20 to 30 Hog Riders, depending on your spell composition and any supporting troops. Essential spells include Healing spells – usually two or three – to keep your Hogs alive as they chew through the base. Rage spells are also incredibly useful, especially for taking down tough defenses or dealing with the enemy Queen. Some attackers like to bring a Jump spell to help their Hogs bypass walls, or even a Freeze spell to neutralize particularly dangerous defenses like Inferno Towers (though these are rare at TH9). Supporting troops are crucial. You'll often see players bringing a Golem or Pekka to act as a tank and draw fire, allowing the Hogs to get closer to defenses. Wizards are great for funneling and clearing out the base after the main push. And, of course, the Archer Queen is almost always involved, either through a Queen Walk to take out key targets before the Hogs are deployed, or as part of the main push to provide extra DPS. The biggest challenge with Hog Riders is the enemy Clan Castle troops. If they get lured out and surround your Hogs, they can quickly decimate your army. This is why poison spells are often brought to counter enemy Clan Castle troops, or why a Queen Walk is so effective at luring and eliminating them beforehand. Understanding base layouts is also key. You need to identify where the Giant Bombs are likely to be placed, as these can quickly wipe out groups of Hog Riders. Spacing your Hog Riders out slightly can help mitigate this. Also, learn to predict the pathing of your Hogs. They will generally target the nearest defense. Use your spells strategically – heal your Hogs when they are taking heavy damage, and rage them when they are facing a tough cluster of defenses or the enemy Queen. A common strategy is to send in a few Hogs first to lure out the Clan Castle troops, then use a poison spell and your Queen or other troops to deal with them, before deploying the main Hog Rider army. Another variation is the Sui Hero approach, where your heroes (often the Queen and King) go in first to take out key defenses or the enemy Queen before the Hogs are deployed. Ultimately, mastering Hog Riders at TH9 is about precision and preparation. It's about knowing when to deploy, where to deploy, and how to use your spells to support your push. The satisfaction of watching a well-executed Hog Rider attack clear a base is immense, guys. So get those Hogs trained up and start practicing – they are your ticket to consistent wins at TH9!

Air Superiority: LaLoon and Other Air Attacks

For those who prefer to take to the skies, Town Hall 9 air attacks offer a devastating alternative to ground assaults. The undisputed king of TH9 air attacks is the LaLoon strategy, a deadly combination of Lava Hounds and Balloons. This army composition is designed to overwhelm air defenses and leave the enemy base in ruins. The concept is elegant: Lava Hounds are deployed first. They act as massive tanks, drawing all the fire from the enemy's air defenses and heroes. While the defenses are busy targeting the Hounds, your Balloons, which are deployed behind them, move in to systematically destroy the defenses. The power of Balloons lies in their high damage output and their ability to target defenses exclusively. However, they are fragile, which is why the Lava Hounds are essential. You'll typically want to bring two to three Lava Hounds depending on the base, and a large contingent of Balloons – often filling up most of your army space. Spell composition is critical for LaLoon. Haste spells are paramount, used to speed up your Balloons so they can reach and destroy defenses before the Lava Hounds pop or before they get overwhelmed. Rage spells can be deployed on clusters of Balloons to maximize their damage output, especially when they are targeting high-priority buildings. Some players also like to bring a Poison spell to deal with enemy Clan Castle troops if they are air-targeting units like Dragons or Minions. The Archer Queen is also a vital component of many LaLoon attacks. A skilled Queen Walk can be used to take out an Air Defense or the enemy Queen before the air assault begins, making the LaLoon push significantly easier. Alternatively, some players use a few Minions or Witches to create a kill squad with their heroes to take out key defenses. Pathing is crucial for LaLoon. You want your Lava Hounds to soak up damage from the air defenses, and your Balloons to follow a clear path towards the remaining defenses, ideally moving towards the enemy Town Hall for that all-important third star. Timing the deployment of your Hounds and Balloons is key. You want them to arrive at the defenses at roughly the same time, so the Hounds tank while the Balloons do their work. Don't forget about the Skelaballoons or Skelabombs! After the Lava Hounds pop, they release Lava Pups that can help clean up. Some players even strategically use Skeleton Spells on top of defenses to distract them from the Balloons. While LaLoon is king, other air attacks exist. The Dragon attack, while more common at lower Town Halls, can still be effective at TH9 against certain base layouts, especially if you can lure and take out the enemy Clan Castle troops. Bringing Balloons behind the Dragons and using Rage and Haste spells can create a potent air force. However, for consistent three-star attacks at TH9, LaLoon remains the premier choice. It requires practice to master the spell timings and troop placements, but the reward is immense. Learning to read base layouts and anticipate air defense placement is key. Once you've got LaLoon down, you'll be soaring to victory, guys!

Essential Spells and Troop Levels for TH9 Success

Guys, we've talked about the armies, but let's get real: your success at Town Hall 9 hinges heavily on your troop levels and your spell levels. You can have the best army composition in the world, but if your troops are underleveled, you're going to struggle. At TH9, you unlock Level 6 Wizards, Level 5 Pekkas, Level 4 Hog Riders, Level 4 Valkyries, and the mighty Level 2 Lava Hound. These upgrades are game-changers. Prioritize upgrading your core offensive troops based on the army you want to master. If you're going for Hog Riders, get those Hog Riders to Level 4 and your Heal Spell to Level 6. If LaLoon is your jam, focus on Balloons to Level 6 and Lava Hounds to Level 2. Your Archer Queen is arguably your most important troop at TH9, so constantly work on upgrading her level. Aim to get her as high as possible, ideally Level 30. Her ability becomes incredibly powerful at higher levels. Don't forget your Healers; upgrading them to Level 5 or 6 makes a massive difference in the survivability of your Queen Walk. When it comes to spells, Healing Spells are essential for ground attacks like Hog Riders. Maxing them out to Level 6 is a top priority. Rage Spells are crucial for almost all attacks, and getting them to Level 4 or 5 provides a significant damage boost. Haste Spells are vital for air attacks like LaLoon, so get them to Level 2 or 3. Poison Spells are incredibly useful for taking down enemy Clan Castle troops, so upgrading them is always a good idea. Jump Spells can be useful for ground armies, allowing them to bypass walls easily. The key is to identify which army you want to focus on and then prioritize the upgrades for the troops and spells associated with that army. Don't spread yourself too thin. Also, remember to upgrade your Laboratory as soon as you arrive at TH9; this allows you to start those troop and spell upgrades immediately. Your Army Camps should also be upgraded to maximize your army space. A full army of maxed-out TH9 troops and spells can take down almost any TH9 base. It requires patience and a lot of farming, but the payoff is immense. Think about it: a Level 4 Hog Rider with a Level 6 Heal Spell can withstand so much more punishment than a Level 2 Hog Rider with a Level 3 Heal Spell. The difference is night and day, guys. So, invest your resources wisely, focus on one or two core attack strategies, and get those troop and spell levels up. It's the foundation for all your TH9 victories!

Final Thoughts: Practice Makes Perfect

So there you have it, guys! We've covered some of the best Town Hall 9 armies and strategies, from the classic Queen Walk Hog Riders and devastating LaLoon to the reliable Mass Valkyrie and the importance of troop and spell levels. Remember, the most crucial element in Clash of Clans, especially at TH9, is practice. No matter how perfect your army composition or spell timing looks on paper, it won't translate into wins without consistent execution. Get into the habit of attacking regularly, even if it's just friendly challenges or practice attacks against bases you find. Analyze your replays: what went wrong? What could you have done differently? Did your funneling work? Were your spells timed correctly? Did your Queen Walk survive long enough? Learning from your mistakes is just as important as getting a victory. Town Hall 9 is a significant step up, and it requires a more refined approach to attacking. Mastering these strategies will not only help you climb the trophy leagues but also secure those crucial resources for further upgrades. Don't be afraid to experiment a little, but always come back to what works. Find that one or two armies that you feel most comfortable with and dedicate yourself to mastering them. With the right strategy, a bit of patience, and a whole lot of practice, you'll be three-starring your way to victory in no time. Happy Clashing!