TH8 Anti-3 CWL Base #1
A compact box-style base where Dragons face the Air Defenses last, and Bombs plus Giant Bombs are well-placed to stop Hog Riders.
Base Overview
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Town Hall Level | TH8 |
| Base Type | CWL (Anti-3-Star) |
| Key Feature | Compact box layout that saves the Air Defenses for last against Dragons |
| Defends Against | Dragon and Hog Rider attacks |
| Best For | Players who want a compact TH8 CWL base that saves the Air Defenses for last against Dragons |
| CC Troops | 1 Dragon, 1 Balloon |
| Last Updated | August 2025 |
Why This Base Works
This is a compact, box-style base design. Dragons usually enter from the Town Hall side and don't reach the Air Defenses until the end of the attack, so they take damage from the rest of the base first.
Trap Placement
- Bombs and Giant Bombs: Well-placed to stop Hog Riders.
What Attacks Does This Base Counter?
- Dragon and Hog Rider attacks: Dragons entering from the Town Hall side face the Air Defenses last, and Bombs plus Giant Bombs stop Hog Riders before they can clear the base.
Anti-3 vs Anti-Dragon CWL: Which TH8 CWL Base Should You Copy?
- Anti-3 CWL (this base): Compact box layout that saves the Air Defenses for last. Pick it if your clan faces Hog Rider attacks.
- Anti-Dragon CWL: Symmetric box layout with triangular Air Defenses and Black Mines. Pick it if your clan faces Dragon attacks. Get the TH8 Anti-Dragon CWL Base.
Want a war base instead? See the TH8 Anti-2 War Base, or browse the TH8 base layout page.
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
Is there a free TH8 CWL base link?
Yes. Tap the copy button on this page, choose a slot in the layout editor, and save. It costs nothing.
Why do Dragons face the Air Defenses last on this TH8 CWL base?
Dragons usually enter from the Town Hall side, so they have to get through the rest of the base first before reaching the Air Defenses at the end.
Does this base stop Hog Riders?
Yes. Bombs and Giant Bombs are well-placed specifically to stop Hog Riders.
Why is this base described as compact?
It uses a box-style design that keeps everything close together, which is a straightforward, reliable layout for CWL.
What Clan Castle troops should I use?
1 Dragon and 1 Balloon.
Should I pick Anti-3 or Anti-Dragon for CWL?
Pick Anti-3 if your clan faces Hog Rider attacks. Pick the Anti-Dragon CWL base if your clan faces Dragon attacks.
