TH8 Anti-2 Ranked Base
A box-style layout that splits the Clan Castle and Barbarian King to force an entry choice, with triangular Air Defenses backed by storage tanks and traps covering both Hog Rider sides.

Base Overview
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Town Hall Level | TH8 |
| Base Type | Ranked (Anti-2-Star) |
| Key Feature | Split Clan Castle and Barbarian King that force attackers to choose an entry side |
| Defends Against | Dragon and Hog Rider attacks |
| Best For | Ranked players who want a tested TH8 base that handles both Dragon and Hog Rider strategies |
| CC Troops | 3 Valkyries, 1 Archer |
| Last Updated | October 2025 |
Why This Base Works
This base uses a box-style layout with defenses spread evenly across it. The Clan Castle and Barbarian King sit on different sides, forcing attackers to choose which entry point to commit to.
Triangular Air Defenses deal high damage to Dragons, with storages placed nearby to tank hits and buy the Air Defenses more time.
Trap Placement
- Giant Bombs and Bombs: On the right side, to wipe out Hog Riders.
- Spring Traps: On the left side, to bait Hog Riders in.
What Attacks Does This Base Counter?
- Dragon and Hog Rider attacks: Triangular Air Defenses backed by storage tanks deal heavy damage to Dragons, and traps cover both Hog Rider entry sides so there's no safe angle to attack from.
How to Copy This Base
- Tap the Copy this Layout button above.
- The game opens in the layout editor.
- Choose the slot you want to save to and tap Save.
FAQ
Why are the Clan Castle and Barbarian King placed on different sides of this TH8 ranked base?
It forces attackers to commit to one entry point instead of having a single obvious approach that avoids both.
How does this base handle Hog Riders?
Giant Bombs and Bombs wipe them out on the right side, while Spring Traps bait them in from the left, covering both common entry points.
What do the storages do next to the Air Defenses?
They act as tanks, soaking up damage so the triangular Air Defenses stay alive longer against Dragons.