Clash of Clans Update as of October 17, 2026: Balance Changes to Heroes, Troops, and Equipment
On October 17, the Clash of Clans developers released an update that introduced balance changes to the game. Two characters, several troops, and some equipment items were affected by these changes.
Dragon Duke
- Health bonus reduced by approximately 8% at each level;
- The Fire Heart no longer provides a damage bonus;
- Healing effectiveness at higher levels has been slightly reduced: at the maximum level, it will decrease from 150 to 140 health points per second.
Witch of Ruin
- The space occupied by Knights of Ruin has been reduced from 20 to 18 units, allowing spring traps to now fling them;
- Knights of Ruin will move slightly slower, and their health and damage will be slightly reduced.
Support for Rarely Used Troops
Boar Rider and Super Boar Rider
- Health points (HP) have been increased.
Miner and Super Miner
- Health points (HP) have been increased at maximum levels.
P.E.K.K.A
- Damage increased.
Meteor Golem
- Health points have been increased, which also increases the health pool of Meteorites.
Equipment Buffs
Ice Arrow
- The slow effect has been increased by 5% per level;
- Damage has been increased at levels 21–27. At the maximum level, it has increased from 168 to 175.
Portal Amulet
- Now provides a health bonus—up to 1,200 units at max level.
Earlier, Clash of Clans launched the Portal Panic medal event, during which players can collect special elixir, and medals earned during the event can be exchanged for rewards.
Photo: Supercell.
