Welcome, Chiefs and Clanmates! If you've ever found yourself wondering "Which troop should I max next?" or "How does the Royal Champion really stack up against the Grand Warden?" — you've landed in the right village. This is the definitive Clash of Clans characters list and names guide, built from years of competitive play, data-mining deep-dives, and conversations with top-tier players from India and around the globe. Whether you're a fresh Town Hall 9 or a seasoned TH16 veteran, this page is your one-stop encyclopedia.

What makes this guide different? We've combined exclusive data — including DPS tables, ability cooldowns, and synergy ratings — with real player interviews from the Indian Clash community. No fluff, no copy-paste. Just pure, actionable knowledge.

👑 Heroes – The Backbone of Every Attack

Heroes are the most powerful characters in Clash of Clans. Each one brings a unique ability that can turn the tide of battle. Below is the full Clash of Clans characters list and names for every hero, with detailed stats and pro tips.

🦁 Barbarian King

Clash of Clans Barbarian King character portrait
The Barbarian King — one of the most iconic characters in Clash of Clans.

The Barbarian King is the first hero you unlock (TH7). He's a melee powerhouse with high hitpoints and devastating damage. His ability, Iron Fist, heals him and summons a horde of angry Barbarians. At max level (90), he boasts over 8,000 HP and 500+ DPS. "He's the tank you can always count on," says Arjun "KillaKing" from Mumbai, a three-time CWL champion. Pro tip: Use his ability when his health drops below 40% for maximum healing efficiency.

UnlockTH7
Max Level90
Max DPS528
Max HP8,450
AbilityIron Fist
Damage TypeSingle Target

🏹 Archer Queen

The Archer Queen (TH9) is a ranged glass-cannon with insane single-target damage. Her ability, Royal Cloak, makes her invisible, heals her, and summons Archers. She's the go-to for surgical queen walks. At level 80, she deals 634 DPS — enough to shred enemy heroes and defenses. Pro tip: always pair her with a few healers for a classic "Queen Walk" — it's the most powerful opening move in the game.

UnlockTH9
Max Level80
Max DPS634
Max HP3,744
AbilityRoyal Cloak
Range5 tiles

🧙 Grand Warden

The Grand Warden (TH11) is a support hero with two modes: Ground (follows troops) and Air (flies). His ability, Eternal Tome, makes nearby troops invulnerable for a few seconds. At level 55, he adds 890 HP to your army. "The Warden is the brain of any attack," says Priya "ArcherQueen_India" from Delhi. "His tome can save your entire army from an Eagle Artillery blast."

UnlockTH11
Max Level55
Max DPS318
AbilityEternal Tome
ModeGround / Air
Range7 tiles

⚔️ Royal Champion

The Royal Champion (TH13) is a ranged hero that targets defenses first. Her ability, Seeking Shield, throws a shield that bounces between defenses, dealing massive damage. She's perfect for taking out clustered buildings. At level 30, she deals 620 DPS. Pro tip: Use her to clear the core of a base after the Warden's tome expires.

UnlockTH13
Max Level30
Max DPS620
AbilitySeeking Shield
TargetDefenses
Range3 tiles

⚔️ Regular Troops – The Heart of Your Army

These are the units you'll use every single day. From Barbarians to Electro Dragons, here's the complete Clash of Clans characters list and names for every regular troop.

Barbarian 🦁

The humble Barbarian is the first troop you train. Fast, cheap, and effective in numbers. At max level (11), he has 280 HP and 46 DPS. Use them as a funnel or a spam army.

Archer 🏹

Archers are ranged units with a 3.5-tile range. They're great for picking off buildings from behind tanks. Max level (11): 270 HP, 38 DPS.

Giant 🧱

Giants target defenses and have high HP. They're the classic tank. Max level (12): 3,200 HP, 76 DPS. Always bring healers with Giants for a "Giant Healer" combo.

Goblin 🤑

Goblins are obsessed with loot. They deal 3x damage to resource buildings. Max level (9): 240 HP, 68 DPS (202 vs resources). Perfect for farming raids. Check out our Clash Of Clans Goblin guide for advanced farming routes.

Wall Breaker 💥

Wall Breakers are suicide bombers that destroy walls. Max level (10): 440 HP, 388 DPS (2,716 vs walls). They're essential for any ground attack.

Balloon 🎈

Balloons are flying bombs that target defenses. They deal area splash damage. Max level (11): 1,250 HP, 362 DPS. They're slow but devastating.

Wizard 🔮

Wizards are high-damage ranged units with splash damage. Max level (10): 430 HP, 390 DPS. They're fragile — protect them with tanks.

Healer 💚

Healers are flying support units that heal ground troops. Max level (7): 1,920 HP, 154 HP/sec healing. The key to every Queen Walk.

Dragon 🐉

Dragons are flying tanks with high HP and damage. Max level (9): 4,600 HP, 388 DPS. A classic "Dragons + Lightning" strategy is still viable at TH16.

P.E.K.K.A 🗡️

The P.E.K.K.A is a melee monster with heavy armor. Max level (10): 4,800 HP, 690 DPS. Slow but incredibly powerful. Use them to core a base.

Baby Dragon 🐣

Baby Dragons are smaller dragons that get enraged when alone. Max level (9): 2,400 HP, 344 DPS (enraged: 516). Great for funneling.

Miner ⛏️

Miners burrow underground, ignoring walls, and pop up to attack. Max level (9): 1,100 HP, 124 DPS. Perfect for hybrid attacks.

Electro Dragon ⚡

Electro Dragons chain lightning between buildings. Max level (7): 4,800 HP, 420 DPS. Devastating against tightly-packed bases.

Yeti ❄️

Yetis spawn Yetimites when hit. Max level (5): 3,600 HP, 470 DPS. They're tanky and deal solid damage. Yetimites can distract defenses.

Siege Machines 🏗️

Siege Machines are deployed from the Clan Castle. They break into bases and deploy troops. Key ones: Wall Wrecker, Battle Blimp, Stone Slammer, Siege Barracks, and Flame Flinger. Each has a unique role in high-level attacks.

💀 Dark Elixir Troops – The Elite Forces

Dark Elixir troops are stronger and more specialized. Here's the full Clash of Clans characters list and names for every dark elixir unit.

Minion 👿

Minions are flying units with low HP but fast speed. Max level (11): 234 HP, 82 DPS. Great for clean-up.

Hog Rider 🐗

Hog Riders jump over walls and target defenses. Max level (11): 1,140 HP, 218 DPS. The core of every "Hog" attack.

Valkyrie 🪓

Valkyries spin and deal area damage to multiple buildings. Max level (9): 2,000 HP, 454 DPS. They shred clustered bases.

Golem 🗿

Golems are massive tanks that explode into Golemites. Max level (10): 6,200 HP, 82 DPS. They absorb insane damage.

Witch 🧙‍♀️

Witches summon Skeletons and deal splash damage. Max level (6): 1,250 HP, 322 DPS. Infinite value if left alive.

Lava Hound 🔥

Lava Hounds fly and target air defenses. They split into Lava Pups. Max level (6): 7,100 HP, 32 DPS. The ultimate air tank.

Bowler 🎳

Bowlers throw boulders that bounce and hit multiple targets. Max level (6): 850 HP, 338 DPS. Great for line damage.

Ice Golem ❄️

Ice Golems freeze nearby defenses on death. Max level (5): 3,200 HP, 68 DPS. A fantastic defensive support troop.

⚡ Super Troops – Upgraded & Overpowered

Super Troops are boosted versions of regular troops. They require a Dark Elixir activation. Here's the list:

  • Super Barbarian – Enraged, throws sword, spawns mini barbs.
  • Super Archer – Invisible when not attacking, long range.
  • Super Giant – Slows down defenses with each hit.
  • Super Goblin – Sneaks past defenses while invisible.
  • Super Wall Breaker – Drops bombs, explodes on death.
  • Super Balloon – Drops fire bombs, fast movement.
  • Super Wizard – Chain lightning between buildings.
  • Super Dragon – Shoots lightning beams, spawns electro orbs.
  • Super Minion – Long-range inferno beam.
  • Super Hog Rider – Leaves a trail of flames.
  • Super Valkyrie – Giant whirlwind attack.
  • Super Golem – Explodes into massive golemites.
  • Super Witch – Summons giant skeletons.
  • Super Bowler – Boulders bounce further and faster.
  • Super Lava Hound – Lava Pups are stronger.

Each Super Troop costs 25,000–50,000 Dark Elixir to activate for 3 days. They're game-changers in wars and legends league pushes.

🐾 Pets – Loyal Companions of Heroes

Introduced at TH14, pets fight alongside heroes. Here's the full Clash of Clans characters list and names for all pets:

  • L.A.S.S.I – Fast melee, jumps over walls.
  • Electro Owl – Ranged, chain lightning attacks.
  • Mighty Yak – Destroys walls, high HP.
  • Unicorn – Heals the hero it follows.
  • Frosty – Freezes defenses, slows enemies.
  • Poison Lizard – Poisons enemies, reduces damage.
  • Spirit Fox – Makes hero invisible periodically.
  • Angry Jelly – Stuns defenses, high attack speed.

Pets are crucial for maximizing hero potential. For example, Unicorn + Archer Queen is the most popular combo for Queen Walks.

🎙️ Exclusive Player Interview – Insights from the Indian Clash Community

We spoke with Rohan "Destroyer_OP" Sharma, a top 500 global player from Bengaluru, India.

"The biggest mistake I see players make is ignoring hero abilities. A well-timed Royal Cloak or Iron Fist can save 30-40% of your army. Also, don't sleep on Super Bowlers — they're insane for funneling at TH16."

Rohan also shared his favorite army: 8 Super Bowlers, 4 Healers, 3 Wizards, and a Queen Walk. "It's unstoppable if you can execute the funnel properly." He recommends checking out Clash Of Stats to track your progress and analyze attacks.

📊 Hero Stats Comparison Table

Hero Unlock TH Max Level Max DPS Max HP Ability
Barbarian King 7 90 528 8,450 Iron Fist
Archer Queen 9 80 634 3,744 Royal Cloak
Grand Warden 11 55 318 2,890 Eternal Tome
Royal Champion 13 30 620 2,480 Seeking Shield

Data gathered from in-game values and verified with Clash Of Stats.

🧠 Deep Strategy – How to Choose the Right Characters for Your Attack

With so many characters in Clash of Clans, picking the right combination is key. Here's a MECE framework to help you decide:

1. Base Type Analysis

Is the base spread out or clustered? Use Electro Dragons or Witches for clusters; Hog Riders or Miners for spread bases.

2. Hero Synergy

Queen Walk (AQ+Healers) is the most flexible opener. BK+Yetis is a powerful tank combo. RC+Spirit Fox gives insane survivability.

3. Siege Machine Choice

Wall Wrecker for ground, Battle Blimp for air, Stone Slammer for high HP targets. Match your siege to your main troop composition.

For more base-building and attack strategies, check out Clash Of Clans Base Layouts and Clash Of Clans Bases Th5.

💡 Fun Facts & Hidden Lore

  • The Barbarian King was originally designed as a "Super Barbarian" before becoming a hero.
  • P.E.K.K.A stands for "Perfect Enraged Knight Killer of Assassins" (unofficial, but widely accepted).
  • The Grand Warden is the only hero that doesn't heal between attacks — he regenerates over time.
  • Goblins deal 3x damage to resource buildings, making them the best farming troop in the game.
  • The Royal Champion's Seeking Shield used to bounce infinitely — now it bounces up to 4 times.

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🎯 Final Words

This Clash of Clans characters list and names guide is built to be your permanent reference — whether you're grinding trophies, planning war attacks, or just exploring the game's depth. We'll keep updating it with every balance change and new release. Bookmark this page and share it with your clanmates. Happy clashing, Chiefs! 🏆