TH16 Anti-3 Farming Base
Base Type: Anti-3 Star Farming Base
Best For: Farming, Loot Protection
CC Troops: 2 Witches, 1 Baby Dragon, 16 Archers
Last Updated: January 2026



Base Overview
TH16 anti-3 star farming base uses diamond-style layout with strong core to keep loot safe. All storages sit in the middle protected by double Invisibility Towers. Town Hall in corner with one Inferno guarding it, two Infernos inside protect core. Swap DE Storage with Clan Castle for extra DE protection.
Key Features
- Diamond Layout - Diamond-style design creates unpredictable troop pathing and protects core storages
- Double Invisibility Protection - Storages in middle protected by double Invisibility Towers disrupting attacks
- Corner Town Hall - Town Hall in corner guarded by one Inferno, separates TH from loot
- Dual Core Infernos - Two Infernos inside protect core, melting troops trying to reach storages
- DE Protection Option - Swap DE Storage with Clan Castle for extra Dark Elixir protection
How to copy:
- Tap "Copy this Layout" button on your phone/tablet
- Clash of Clans will open and prompt to import
- Save to your editor and adjust traps before battles
FAQ
Q: What is the best TH16 farming base for preventing 3-stars in 2026?
A: This TH16 Anti-3 Star Farming Base is excellent for preventing full clears. Diamond layout with double Invisibility protection and dual core Infernos makes it extremely difficult to get all storages and Town Hall in one attack.
Q: How does the diamond layout help protect loot?
A: Diamond layout creates unpredictable troop pathing. Troops often split or path in unexpected directions, wasting time and abilities. This protects core storages by keeping attackers disoriented.
Q: How do double Invisibility Towers protect storages?
A: Double Invisibility Towers are positioned to cover storages in the middle. When troops approach, both towers activate at different times, creating extended periods where defenses are untargetable and disrupting attack timing.
Q: Why is Town Hall in the corner?
A: Corner Town Hall separates the 1-star from loot. Attackers must choose between taking Town Hall (guarded by Inferno) or going for storages in the core. This split forces difficult decisions and often results in partial attacks.
Q: How do I maximize Dark Elixir protection?
A: Swap DE Storage with Clan Castle position. This puts Dark Elixir deeper in the protected core where attackers need to commit more troops to reach it, often failing to get all DE.
Q: How do the dual Infernos protect the core?
A: Two Infernos positioned inside the core create overlapping damage zones. Troops trying to reach storages face sustained high damage from both Infernos, often dying before stealing significant loot.
Q: What are the weaknesses of this base?
A: Corner Town Hall gives easy 1-star. Full war armies can overwhelm dual Infernos. Air attacks bypass diamond ground pathing. Higher TH attackers easily take everything.
Q: Is this base updated for current meta?
A: Yes, this TH16 anti-3 star farming base was updated in January 2026 and protects against current farming strategies while making full 3-star attacks extremely difficult.
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