Deploying a massive, high-hitpoint tank like a Golem, Giant, or Lava Hound is only the first step in executing a successful 'Beatdown' strategy.
If your support units perfectly counter the opponent's specific defensive strategy, your tank will march directly to the Princess tower unhindered.
The Splash Damage Sweepers
These units are designed specifically to solve the tank's biggest weakness: massive swarms of cheap, low-health defenders (like the Skeleton Army or Minion Horde).
Once the tank falls, the splash unit is immediately targeted by the Princess tower and dies quickly; they absolutely rely on the meat shield to survive.
A single heavy spell (like Rocket) will kill the support and severely damage the tank.If they use a single-target killer, a splash unit won't help.It flies, meaning ground-targeting defenders cannot hit it, ensuring it survives longer behind the tank.
Melting the Defenders
If the current meta is dominated by heavy defensive buildings (like the Bomb Tower) or mini-tanks (like the Knight), splash damage support is insufficient.
The Night Witch is historically the most infamous support unit for heavy tanks because she continuously spawns flying bats while dealing heavy melee damage.
RoleBest AgainstWhat kills itSplash DamageSkeleton Armies, Goblin Gangs, Minion HordesMini P.E.K. If you have any questions with regards to where and how to use tower rush, you can call us at the web page. K.As, Knights, Heavy Spells (Fireball/Poison)SnipersDefensive Buildings (Cannons, Bomb Towers), Heavy Defenders (Valkyries)Swarms that surround them, Lightning Spells
Magic as Support
A heavy tank paired perfectly with a predictive Log and a Lightning spell can often break through a defense without needing any backup troops.
Building the perfect Beatdown push is like conducting an orchestra; every unit must play its part at the exact right time.
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The Best Support Cards for Heavy Tanks in Tower Rush
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