We all know that a TH9 can squish a TH8 every time. For that matter, almost no TH can defend against an attacker +1-2 above them. And that's fine. But why not increase the risk for the attacker while strengthening the concept of the Clan? Here's how you do it:
If you attack a TH one or more level below you, you become open to a revenge attack from anybody in the target's clan. This list will appear on a tab in the Clan Castle for 24 hours. revenges will have access to a higher percentage of your loot as well as an increased number of trophies.
If you attack somebody at your level or above, you are in the clear!
Let Clans protect in a manner beyond the donation of troops. Let them protect the weaker members!
An additional idea for higher level THs attacking down: reduce the allotted attack time by 30seconds for each level lower the target is.
Cheers!
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