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Hello Tribal Wars. We have New Game Guides!
New Guide Information
Greetings Tribal Wars players.
The original guide links were dislodged when InnoGames migrated over to new forum software. I had a choice to walk away from the mess or step in and be a part of the solution. I undertook the project to rebuild the libraries and help our gaming community. Lets hope the forum links do not break again.
I used the original rating system DaWolf85 created to rate articles here as I did not want to change a good system. Its been a lot of work, and fun reading every guide over again. I went through every posting and modified their ratings to match current times. Sadly, some of the links in the old guide were not recoverable and have been take out of this new guide. In addition to fixing the links to each guide, I added and rated guides that were created since the original posting. This guide should be bookmarked and on your quick bar as it links to every good article in forum.
As a tribute, I left a link to the original posting created by DaWolf85 for without his hard work this new library would not be possible. Most of the links in the old post do not work but you can view comments made from other players. There is also a work around you can do to reach most older articles. Original DaWolf85 guide posting
Happy Gaming!
Disclaimer
The original guide links were dislodged when InnoGames migrated over to new forum software. I had a choice to walk away from the mess or step in and be a part of the solution. I undertook the project to rebuild the libraries and help our gaming community. Lets hope the forum links do not break again.
I used the original rating system DaWolf85 created to rate articles here as I did not want to change a good system. Its been a lot of work, and fun reading every guide over again. I went through every posting and modified their ratings to match current times. Sadly, some of the links in the old guide were not recoverable and have been take out of this new guide. In addition to fixing the links to each guide, I added and rated guides that were created since the original posting. This guide should be bookmarked and on your quick bar as it links to every good article in forum.
As a tribute, I left a link to the original posting created by DaWolf85 for without his hard work this new library would not be possible. Most of the links in the old post do not work but you can view comments made from other players. There is also a work around you can do to reach most older articles. Original DaWolf85 guide posting
Happy Gaming!
Disclaimer
This is simply a guides library. I do not own the rights to any guides that are not my original work. If you do not want your work listed here, I will remove it upon request. If you have issues with a guide listed in this library, please contact the guides creator. I am not responsible for issues resulting from use of any work linked in this library. Comments on articles are welcome as long as they follow forum policies.
Accessing older articles
There is a fairly simple workaround to reach old articles.
Take for example this link, which is broken and gives a 500 Internal Server Error: https://forum.tribalwars.net/showthread.php?t=6827
Then we look at the thread from which that link was taken: https://forum.tribalwars.net/index.php?threads/guide-library.197546/
Now, to access the old thread, it is as simple as taking the second link, and replace "/guide-library.197546/" with "6827".
This will in turn auto-complete the link into: https://forum.tribalwars.net/index.php?threads/beginners-guide.6827/
Take for example this link, which is broken and gives a 500 Internal Server Error: https://forum.tribalwars.net/showthread.php?t=6827
Then we look at the thread from which that link was taken: https://forum.tribalwars.net/index.php?threads/guide-library.197546/
Now, to access the old thread, it is as simple as taking the second link, and replace "/guide-library.197546/" with "6827".
This will in turn auto-complete the link into: https://forum.tribalwars.net/index.php?threads/beginners-guide.6827/
Guide rating system
Each guide is rated on a 0-100 scale. Anything below a 70 rating did not make it into the guide list. So, if your wondering why something is not here, I either missed it or it did not rate high enough. If you have an article you would like rated (>70) and placed in this guide then send me a forum message. Here is a breakdown of the original rating system created by DaWolf85.
Ratings System
A. Content
35 point's max
Usability of guide. How well does it teach/help you? Does it go into depth or give a surface idea? Was it understandable, did it require multiple readings to comprehend information?
B. Formatting
20 point’s max
Readability of guide. Did it use proper (or at least understandable) spelling and grammar? Did it define all new terms? Was it organized coherently?
C. Accuracy
25 point’s max
The method/strategy article described. Does it work? Are there better or equally good methods/strategies, and if so, are they explained? Does the guide explain the context in which the strategy is used?
D. Date
20 point’s max
Is the guide up-to-date? Are all numbers, units and buildings inclusive of all new elements (or is it explained why not)? Are any screen shots understandable while using the latest version of software?
Ratings System
A. Content
35 point's max
Usability of guide. How well does it teach/help you? Does it go into depth or give a surface idea? Was it understandable, did it require multiple readings to comprehend information?
B. Formatting
20 point’s max
Readability of guide. Did it use proper (or at least understandable) spelling and grammar? Did it define all new terms? Was it organized coherently?
C. Accuracy
25 point’s max
The method/strategy article described. Does it work? Are there better or equally good methods/strategies, and if so, are they explained? Does the guide explain the context in which the strategy is used?
D. Date
20 point’s max
Is the guide up-to-date? Are all numbers, units and buildings inclusive of all new elements (or is it explained why not)? Are any screen shots understandable while using the latest version of software?
Tribal Wars Libraries
Basic Tribal Wars Information
These postings are mostly about Tribal Wars game in general and not full guides.
Iron Lady
Quest Tree
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Follow the new quest tree to the pot of gold.
Church
Overall rating: 84/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Time to go to church!
Iron Lady
Watchtower building
Overall rating: 84/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Big brother is watching!
Fiercegoldfish
Tribe Application/ Recruitment
Overall rating: 84/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Getting into a good tribe will take more than “Yo tribe.” In addition to what the article states its good to tell recruiter how often your online, that you will work hard and often, to be a team player. Also has recruiting template, which tribes can modify for their needs.
Agent Incognito
Tribal Wars Dictionary
Overall rating: 84/100
Last rated:March 17, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Great to know the game Lingo.
Iron Lady
Quest Tree
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Follow the new quest tree to the pot of gold.
A. Graphical representation of quest tree helpful. Does not share how to use the quests. 30/35
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Quest tree may not be accurate in some areas. May not cover every quests.15/20
D. Guide is up to date in its information. 20/20
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Quest tree may not be accurate in some areas. May not cover every quests.15/20
D. Guide is up to date in its information. 20/20
Church
Overall rating: 84/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Time to go to church!
A. Overall, guide teaches basics of church. 35/35
B. The guide is well-organized, and everything can be found easily. However, the font gets annoying quickly. 14/20
C. Older guide and information. Generally accurate, and it’s noted where the author is not certain if information is true. 20/25
D. Older guide. Newer information is available. 15/20
B. The guide is well-organized, and everything can be found easily. However, the font gets annoying quickly. 14/20
C. Older guide and information. Generally accurate, and it’s noted where the author is not certain if information is true. 20/25
D. Older guide. Newer information is available. 15/20
Iron Lady
Watchtower building
Overall rating: 84/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Big brother is watching!
A. Overall, guide teaches basics of Watchtower. Building takes away challenge of figuring out attacking army composition on own. Expensive building. 26/35
B. The guide is well-organized, and everything can be found easily. 20/20
C. I imagine some new strategies can be developed from new watchtower building. Prefer games without tower as you have to do the work instead of having it handed to you. Dumbs down game. 18/25
D. Newer guide, up to date. 20/20
B. The guide is well-organized, and everything can be found easily. 20/20
C. I imagine some new strategies can be developed from new watchtower building. Prefer games without tower as you have to do the work instead of having it handed to you. Dumbs down game. 18/25
D. Newer guide, up to date. 20/20
Fiercegoldfish
Tribe Application/ Recruitment
Overall rating: 84/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Getting into a good tribe will take more than “Yo tribe.” In addition to what the article states its good to tell recruiter how often your online, that you will work hard and often, to be a team player. Also has recruiting template, which tribes can modify for their needs.
A. Has basics of a tribe application. Recruitment applications are generally tribe specific. 32/35
B. Spelling, grammar and organization are good. 17/20
C. Older post. Could have gone into more detail and given more examples. 20/25
D. Older guide. Newer information is available. 15/20
B. Spelling, grammar and organization are good. 17/20
C. Older post. Could have gone into more detail and given more examples. 20/25
D. Older guide. Newer information is available. 15/20
Agent Incognito
Tribal Wars Dictionary
Overall rating: 84/100
Last rated:March 17, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Great to know the game Lingo.
A. Good information. Guide is usable and goes into details on most topics. 30/35
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. Some typos but do not hinder reading. 17/20
C. More informational than any strategic concepts. 20/25
D. Guide is slightly old but solid in its information. 17/20
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. Some typos but do not hinder reading. 17/20
C. More informational than any strategic concepts. 20/25
D. Guide is slightly old but solid in its information. 17/20
New Player Experiences
Valuable lessons learned from new players diving into Tribal Wars. If your new to Tribal Wars you need to read these stories.
Robert.Paulson
How to be a newb and not a noob
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated:March 17, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
People often forget, Tribal Wars is a “war game” not Candy Crush Saga. Guides first point tells it in plain words.
Mkdbg
New players experience
Overall rating: 89/100
Last rated:March 17, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Churchill said it best, “Never never Quit” This game will indeed test your constitution. New player shares his TW experience.
kwkraft
Beginner’s Guide
Overall rating: 89/100
Last rated: March 12, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Writer accurately states, “Troops define the player, not points.”
dr.obradovic
Beginner survival guide
Overall rating: 94/100
Last rated: March 12, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Good first person story. Gives points what new players must do.
jamm
Basics you should know
Overall rating: 88/100
Last rated: March 12, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
Are you a turtle, lamb or a wolf?
“If you play just to get a top spot in some ranking you have already lost. Keep this in mind. It's the most important lesson you will ever get.”
Robert.Paulson
How to be a newb and not a noob
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated:March 17, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
People often forget, Tribal Wars is a “war game” not Candy Crush Saga. Guides first point tells it in plain words.
A. Generally well-written, but in some places (point 3) required multiple read-through to understand the point. 30/35
B. This guide is well-organized; it’s easy to find what you’re looking for. 20/20
C. Part 2 is confusing and can mislead readers. He says “Don’t trust every guide” but all guides have something good to share. 20/25
D. Author correctly states to control your 15x15 area but is wrong in saying one tribe cannot win a world. 15/20
B. This guide is well-organized; it’s easy to find what you’re looking for. 20/20
C. Part 2 is confusing and can mislead readers. He says “Don’t trust every guide” but all guides have something good to share. 20/25
D. Author correctly states to control your 15x15 area but is wrong in saying one tribe cannot win a world. 15/20
Mkdbg
New players experience
Overall rating: 89/100
Last rated:March 17, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Churchill said it best, “Never never Quit” This game will indeed test your constitution. New player shares his TW experience.
A. Players story is a good read. Gives 12 points at end of story, all but point 2 are good, never lock yourself into one thought as your position dictates your action. Points 9-12 are superb. 30/35
B. The story has some difficulty following events but generally well written. 17/20
C. Point 2 needs to be more flexible. Player makes a good point to talk to people and make friends. Goes a long way in life and games. 22/25
D. Points like never quitting, have fun and “do not take things personally” transcend all games and guides. 20/20
B. The story has some difficulty following events but generally well written. 17/20
C. Point 2 needs to be more flexible. Player makes a good point to talk to people and make friends. Goes a long way in life and games. 22/25
D. Points like never quitting, have fun and “do not take things personally” transcend all games and guides. 20/20
kwkraft
Beginner’s Guide
Overall rating: 89/100
Last rated: March 12, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Writer accurately states, “Troops define the player, not points.”
A. Goes over basics of troops, attacking, nobbling, making friends and a few other areas. Again, just the basics. 32/35
B. It’s well-organized and easily readable. 20/20
C. The guide is quite accurate and contains a lot of useful advice for beginners. 22/25
D. It doesn’t include a lot of newer mechanics, but it’s still a useful guide. 15/20
B. It’s well-organized and easily readable. 20/20
C. The guide is quite accurate and contains a lot of useful advice for beginners. 22/25
D. It doesn’t include a lot of newer mechanics, but it’s still a useful guide. 15/20
dr.obradovic
Beginner survival guide
Overall rating: 94/100
Last rated: March 12, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Good first person story. Gives points what new players must do.
A. Not really a guide, but a well-written story. It really does get across the basics of defending, while being entertaining. 33/35
B. Minor spelling/grammar errors, but these do not detract from the content. 16/20
C. Dr did the same thing as other new player, Mjdbg did – give the player all they can handle even if your going to lose. Do not build wall (Point 7), go for troops. 25/25
D. There’s not really anything to go out of date in this guide. 20/20
B. Minor spelling/grammar errors, but these do not detract from the content. 16/20
C. Dr did the same thing as other new player, Mjdbg did – give the player all they can handle even if your going to lose. Do not build wall (Point 7), go for troops. 25/25
D. There’s not really anything to go out of date in this guide. 20/20
jamm
Basics you should know
Overall rating: 88/100
Last rated: March 12, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
Are you a turtle, lamb or a wolf?
“If you play just to get a top spot in some ranking you have already lost. Keep this in mind. It's the most important lesson you will ever get.”
A. A good collection of pointers. Offense is stronger than defense. Attack the same player in all his villages at same time. Pre-nobbling your village. All good stuff. 35/35
B. Somewhat confusing organization. Some spelling and grammar issues. To long for a guide not to be in spoilers. 12/20
C. This guide shows you different paths you can take - they all work pretty well, except for the ones that are given as examples of what not to do 25/25
D. Milliseconds are now displayed with all land times. Older article but still good information. 16/20
B. Somewhat confusing organization. Some spelling and grammar issues. To long for a guide not to be in spoilers. 12/20
C. This guide shows you different paths you can take - they all work pretty well, except for the ones that are given as examples of what not to do 25/25
D. Milliseconds are now displayed with all land times. Older article but still good information. 16/20
Startup Guides
Goes from basic startups to opening strategies shared by some of the best to ever play Tribal Wars. Want to get a good start, then read these guides.
Novembre
Start up Guide by Nest
Overall rating: 92/100
Last rated: March 25, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
First guide with new quest system. Good for new players.
A humble player
Creating Opening Strategies
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated: March 17, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Best guide on rating buildings.
Tedeni
Startup guide
Overall rating: 73/100
Last rated:March 12, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Has some good points but barely made (>70) cut.
Vhaidren
Vhaidren Startup Guide
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated:March 12, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Author points out the need to farm from the start. Guide is for Paladin worlds.
Zenron the great
Zenron’s guide to TW
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 23, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“A low skilled active player can overcome a high skilled inactive player.” Remember this point!
Lardingd
Guide to playing TW
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 26, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
Guide is for very active players. If your a casual player, move on.
Purple Predator
Lightening startup
Overall rating: 79/100
Last rated: March 26, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
"Farm like crazy. It is an early LC strategy" This strategy is what most top players will attempt. "The key to this game is adapting to your environment." Cannot believe Purple Predator shared such a key point. Cannot believe I highlighted it! Take this information to heart in your TW game play.
Novembre
Start up Guide by Nest
Overall rating: 92/100
Last rated: March 25, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
First guide with new quest system. Good for new players.
A. Smart statement to avoid core area. (Cannot survive in core without spending premium points and 24/7 play Goes over restarts if bad farming potential. Farm runs every 20-40 minutes. NICE. 35/35
B. Long read. Spoilers would help. Grammar and spelling good. organization. 15/20
C. Great startup suggestions. Guides uses no premium points to show its still possible for a good start without using your credit card. Even more powerful guide if you build up pp by selling resources prior to setting up on desired world. 22/25
D. New guide is first to use new quests. 20/20
B. Long read. Spoilers would help. Grammar and spelling good. organization. 15/20
C. Great startup suggestions. Guides uses no premium points to show its still possible for a good start without using your credit card. Even more powerful guide if you build up pp by selling resources prior to setting up on desired world. 22/25
D. New guide is first to use new quests. 20/20
A humble player
Creating Opening Strategies
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated: March 17, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Best guide on rating buildings.
A. “Most everything is well-explained, and the parts that aren’t are difficult to explain anyway. Rates buildings and troops for efficiency and need.” 31/35
B. Very good organization. 20/20
C. Goes into playing offense or defense under “Risk vs Reward”. Most top players are offensive. 22/25
D. Older article but still usable. 17/20
B. Very good organization. 20/20
C. Goes into playing offense or defense under “Risk vs Reward”. Most top players are offensive. 22/25
D. Older article but still usable. 17/20
Tedeni
Startup guide
Overall rating: 73/100
Last rated:March 12, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Has some good points but barely made (>70) cut.
A. "Explains well within the scope of the guide. However, the ‘why’ is usually not explained, which makes the guide useless outside of a few situations." 25/35
B. "Good spelling/grammar, but the guide is difficult to understand because of its jumpiness." 16/20
C. “This guide doesn’t really stand on its own (no start-up guide does), despite the author’s implication to the contrary. I would suggest reading some other startup guides before deciding on a strategy as other guides will give you different ideas. Note: The best guide is not the one top players suggest, its the one your most happy playing. 20/25
D. Old article, outdated. Recommends Opera, which many players and mobile systems do not use. 12/20
B. "Good spelling/grammar, but the guide is difficult to understand because of its jumpiness." 16/20
C. “This guide doesn’t really stand on its own (no start-up guide does), despite the author’s implication to the contrary. I would suggest reading some other startup guides before deciding on a strategy as other guides will give you different ideas. Note: The best guide is not the one top players suggest, its the one your most happy playing. 20/25
D. Old article, outdated. Recommends Opera, which many players and mobile systems do not use. 12/20
Vhaidren
Vhaidren Startup Guide
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated:March 12, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
Author points out the need to farm from the start. Guide is for Paladin worlds.
A. Suggests using Paladin to farm. With new skill books system for paladins, its better to stay home and increase resources. Most everything else is good. 30/35
B. Very good organization. Easy to read and understand on the first try. 20/20
C. Accurately states the need to farm as you get more doing that over building resources. Just be careful with paladin doing it alone. 20/25
D. Older article. Most of it is still relative in todays game like farm, farm, farm. 15/20
B. Very good organization. Easy to read and understand on the first try. 20/20
C. Accurately states the need to farm as you get more doing that over building resources. Just be careful with paladin doing it alone. 20/25
D. Older article. Most of it is still relative in todays game like farm, farm, farm. 15/20
Zenron the great
Zenron’s guide to TW
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 23, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“A low skilled active player can overcome a high skilled inactive player.” Remember this point!
A. A well-written guide. Some points like no troops at start is incorrect. 30/35
B. The organization of this guide is good. There are only minor spelling/grammar mistakes. Generally easy to understand. 17/20
C. Goes over War tactics, troop and village builds. I do not agree with his statement about no troops at start. Should be farming in less than 2 hrs. 16/25
D. Last updated in mid-2010. Generally, the guide has aged well with time. 17/20
B. The organization of this guide is good. There are only minor spelling/grammar mistakes. Generally easy to understand. 17/20
C. Goes over War tactics, troop and village builds. I do not agree with his statement about no troops at start. Should be farming in less than 2 hrs. 16/25
D. Last updated in mid-2010. Generally, the guide has aged well with time. 17/20
Lardingd
Guide to playing TW
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 26, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
Guide is for very active players. If your a casual player, move on.
A. Accurately states to look at map area for farming potential. Good points is not to waste resources on useless builds. Upgrade warehouse so you do not overflow. 33/35
B. There are no spelling/grammar errors, organization could be improved some, spoilers would be helpful. 14/20
C. A very flexible guide. Doesn’t hold you down to one strategy. Writer prefers solid start over going for Light Calvary rush, which could be a dangerous approach. Gives you reasons and helps you figure out your own. Strategies shared have aged well with time. 19/25
D. Doesn’t take into account changes in the game since the guide was made. Guide is still quite good. 14/20
B. There are no spelling/grammar errors, organization could be improved some, spoilers would be helpful. 14/20
C. A very flexible guide. Doesn’t hold you down to one strategy. Writer prefers solid start over going for Light Calvary rush, which could be a dangerous approach. Gives you reasons and helps you figure out your own. Strategies shared have aged well with time. 19/25
D. Doesn’t take into account changes in the game since the guide was made. Guide is still quite good. 14/20
Purple Predator
Lightening startup
Overall rating: 79/100
Last rated: March 26, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
"Farm like crazy. It is an early LC strategy" This strategy is what most top players will attempt. "The key to this game is adapting to your environment." Cannot believe Purple Predator shared such a key point. Cannot believe I highlighted it! Take this information to heart in your TW game play.
A. Adapt to your environment and farm like crazy are timeless keys to the game. Old article. Does not match current quest rewards but basic information is timeless. 30/35
B. There are no major spelling/grammar errors. Organization could be improved some, spoilers would be helpful. 15/20
C. Gives multiple options once villages is up and going. Strategies shared have aged well with time. 20/25
D. Doesn’t take into account changes in the game since the guide was made. Guide is still quite good. 14/20
B. There are no major spelling/grammar errors. Organization could be improved some, spoilers would be helpful. 15/20
C. Gives multiple options once villages is up and going. Strategies shared have aged well with time. 20/25
D. Doesn’t take into account changes in the game since the guide was made. Guide is still quite good. 14/20
Offensive Guides
Some top of the line articles on offense strategies shared by some of the best to play Tribal Wars. These guides are not really startup guides but attacking concepts.
lardingd:
How can I farm?
Overall rating: 79/100
Last rated: March 25, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“This guide seeks to be appropriate for all audiences.” Older information but does job of reaching every level player.
Mimelim:
Offense
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 26, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
Words from a World 1 player, “We learned to work together as a team that made us some of the best.” This, next to spending time in game is the key to Tribal Wars. Lone players cannot survive in this game, and may I ask, why would you want to play alone? Guide is for when you have over 10 villages and in a good tribe.
Cheesasaurus:
Timing troop movements
Overall rating: 81/100
Last rated: March 23, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
Anyone up for some Pythagorean theorem? I did not think so. Still good information.
capibarbaroja:
Ram Formulas
Overall rating: 92/100
Last rated: March 30, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
Cheesasaurus
Catapult and Ram Charts
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Advanced
Awesome charts on walls and troops.
Nemesis123
War in the modern Metagame
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
“Never war in early part of game.” Very true words.
lardingd:
How can I farm?
Overall rating: 79/100
Last rated: March 25, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“This guide seeks to be appropriate for all audiences.” Older information but does job of reaching every level player.
A. Very well taught, a few inconsistencies here and there, but otherwise very good. Goes over farming types and reminds us, its just a game. 32/35
B. Sometimes confusingly written, but generally understandable. The occasional ambiguities do not significantly detract from the guide. Better headers and spoilers would definitely improve the readability of this guide. 14/20
C. This is a fairly accurate guide. 23/25
D. A lot of the points are out-of-date. Newer premium features that help with farming are not mentioned. 10/20
B. Sometimes confusingly written, but generally understandable. The occasional ambiguities do not significantly detract from the guide. Better headers and spoilers would definitely improve the readability of this guide. 14/20
C. This is a fairly accurate guide. 23/25
D. A lot of the points are out-of-date. Newer premium features that help with farming are not mentioned. 10/20
Mimelim:
Offense
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 26, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
Words from a World 1 player, “We learned to work together as a team that made us some of the best.” This, next to spending time in game is the key to Tribal Wars. Lone players cannot survive in this game, and may I ask, why would you want to play alone? Guide is for when you have over 10 villages and in a good tribe.
A. Goes over three levels of offense: Village; Village, player, and tribe. Coves large size nukes. 30/35
B. Good organization, again, no complaints here. 20/20
C. Hallmark of a good tribe is to coordinate on the fly. Guide is somewhat rigid and author states, “Its still full of holes.” But its a great guide for larger accounts. 18/25
D. Could use some updates. Doubt it will happen. 12/20
B. Good organization, again, no complaints here. 20/20
C. Hallmark of a good tribe is to coordinate on the fly. Guide is somewhat rigid and author states, “Its still full of holes.” But its a great guide for larger accounts. 18/25
D. Could use some updates. Doubt it will happen. 12/20
Cheesasaurus:
Timing troop movements
Overall rating: 81/100
Last rated: March 23, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
Anyone up for some Pythagorean theorem? I did not think so. Still good information.
A. This guide explains things very well. Covers lag time, which many players forget to use. 33/35
B. The organization is a little confusing, the guide could do with being split into a few more parts. It’s a bit hard to read as-is. 14/20
C. "Most of the information here is accurate, although the bit about calculating troop arrival times is incorrect. Just put the village into the rally point along with your troops and click attack; that will give you the travel time." 20/25
D. Some things about the way milliseconds are displayed have changed, and there are now faster ways to calculate travel times than discussed here. The guide could benefit from mentioning these changes. 14/20
B. The organization is a little confusing, the guide could do with being split into a few more parts. It’s a bit hard to read as-is. 14/20
C. "Most of the information here is accurate, although the bit about calculating troop arrival times is incorrect. Just put the village into the rally point along with your troops and click attack; that will give you the travel time." 20/25
D. Some things about the way milliseconds are displayed have changed, and there are now faster ways to calculate travel times than discussed here. The guide could benefit from mentioning these changes. 14/20
capibarbaroja:
Ram Formulas
Overall rating: 92/100
Last rated: March 30, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
A. This guide is a little complicated, but it’s also a complicated subject matter. Rams negate wall bonuses when fighting. 35/35
B. A few slight issues with the organization make the guide seem cluttered. Some spelling and grammar issues. 14/20
C. To the best of my knowledge this is a very accurate guide. Simple rule, if they have walls then send at least 220 rams with your nuke. 25/25
D. Guide is still fairly up to date. 18/20
B. A few slight issues with the organization make the guide seem cluttered. Some spelling and grammar issues. 14/20
C. To the best of my knowledge this is a very accurate guide. Simple rule, if they have walls then send at least 220 rams with your nuke. 25/25
D. Guide is still fairly up to date. 18/20
Cheesasaurus
Catapult and Ram Charts
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Advanced
Awesome charts on walls and troops.
A. Lot of work went into the charts. Chart information may be a bit off for current game. 30/35
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. More informational than any real strategic concepts. 20/25
D. Slightly outdated but still chocked with information. 15/20
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. More informational than any real strategic concepts. 20/25
D. Slightly outdated but still chocked with information. 15/20
Nemesis123
War in the modern Metagame
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
“Never war in early part of game.” Very true words.
A. Five parts to a even war: Preparation, consolidation, stalemate, break, victory. 35/35
B. The organization is a little confusing, the guide could do with being split into a few more parts. It’s a bit hard to read as-is. Needs spoilers. 15/20
C. Author points out the need for constant communication during war. Morale is very important part of warfare. 20/25
D. Some things about the way milliseconds are displayed have changed, and there are now faster ways to calculate travel times than discussed here. The guide could benefit from mentioning these changes. 15/20
B. The organization is a little confusing, the guide could do with being split into a few more parts. It’s a bit hard to read as-is. Needs spoilers. 15/20
C. Author points out the need for constant communication during war. Morale is very important part of warfare. 20/25
D. Some things about the way milliseconds are displayed have changed, and there are now faster ways to calculate travel times than discussed here. The guide could benefit from mentioning these changes. 15/20
Defensive Guides
Here we have the best articles on defense shared by some of the best to ever plant a village in Tribal Wars. In order to reach top level play you will need to know the defensive concepts posted in these articles.
Mimelim:
Defense
Overall rating: 83/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
“For me, the objective of defending my villages is to slow down an opponent until I can resume the offensive. In the long run, you can NOT defend and win this game.” Guide got a lot of flaming when it came out, but these words are as true today as they were on world 1. Only way to last is be in a tribe that works as one.
Googly
Defensive Techniques
Overall rating: 100/100
Last rated: March 27. 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“This guide is to explain how to do various methods when defending.” Older guide but concepts are still relevant.
Googly
Approaching Defending
Overall rating: 100/100
Last rated: March 27. 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“Go away from the computer for 1-2 minutes - the worst thing you can do is panic and jump right in, as that is when you WILL make mistakes.” Yep. Been there, done that. I have a long list of misteaks!
critical mass
I have incomings let's panic
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“The most important basic in life and everything is being ahead of the game.” You have my vote!
Wallam:
Sniping -- Prenobbling
Overall rating: 89/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
Must know these concepts to be a good player.
AmishGansta
Creative Defending
Overall rating: 72/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“Be yourself and have some fun. When you stop having fun its time for a break." Goes over some good sniping concepts.
qwe4rty:
Analysis of Defense Options
Overall rating: 86/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
Guide is for large advanced accounts. Not for new villages.
Nemesis123
Late Game Defense
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Advanced
Great late game defense guide.
Mimelim:
Defense
Overall rating: 83/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Beginner
“For me, the objective of defending my villages is to slow down an opponent until I can resume the offensive. In the long run, you can NOT defend and win this game.” Guide got a lot of flaming when it came out, but these words are as true today as they were on world 1. Only way to last is be in a tribe that works as one.
A. Goes over basics of village, player, and tribe level defense. Has some concepts new players may not understand, but that is what the other guides are there. 26/35
B. Good organization, plenty readable. 20/20
C. The content is very good and accurate. No complaints here. 25/25
D. Older guide. No update available. Does not cover some advanced strategies. Does not cover newer game changes. Still, 'the general concepts' are there. 12/20
B. Good organization, plenty readable. 20/20
C. The content is very good and accurate. No complaints here. 25/25
D. Older guide. No update available. Does not cover some advanced strategies. Does not cover newer game changes. Still, 'the general concepts' are there. 12/20
Googly
Defensive Techniques
Overall rating: 100/100
Last rated: March 27. 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“This guide is to explain how to do various methods when defending.” Older guide but concepts are still relevant.
A. Goes well into depth, explains every technique in an understandable fashion. 35/35
B. No Spelling/grammar errors. Concise and in spoilers. 20/20
C. All major tactics are described. Double backtime for early game, “Fascinating.” No complaints here. 25/25
D. Information is timeless. Perfect scores are hard to come by in my book. 20/20
B. No Spelling/grammar errors. Concise and in spoilers. 20/20
C. All major tactics are described. Double backtime for early game, “Fascinating.” No complaints here. 25/25
D. Information is timeless. Perfect scores are hard to come by in my book. 20/20
Googly
Approaching Defending
Overall rating: 100/100
Last rated: March 27. 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“Go away from the computer for 1-2 minutes - the worst thing you can do is panic and jump right in, as that is when you WILL make mistakes.” Yep. Been there, done that. I have a long list of misteaks!
A. Goes well into depth, explains every technique in an understandable fashion. 35/35
B. Not just easily understandable, but is concise enough to be conceivably read in one sitting. No Spelling/grammar errors. 20/20
C. All major tactics are described, and the foundation is laid for battle strategies to be formed around using those techniques. No complaints here. 25/25
D. Kinda hard to say anything bad about a guide that gets a perfect score. Information is timeless. That's two of Googly's guides with perfect scores. 20/20
B. Not just easily understandable, but is concise enough to be conceivably read in one sitting. No Spelling/grammar errors. 20/20
C. All major tactics are described, and the foundation is laid for battle strategies to be formed around using those techniques. No complaints here. 25/25
D. Kinda hard to say anything bad about a guide that gets a perfect score. Information is timeless. That's two of Googly's guides with perfect scores. 20/20
critical mass
I have incomings let's panic
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“The most important basic in life and everything is being ahead of the game.” You have my vote!
A. Very detailed and explanatory. Goes over setting up scripts, backtiming, stacking, sniping, pre-nobbling, and more. However, certain things should be in their own guides. 30/35
B. The organization is somewhat confusing, due to the length. Premium and non-premium defending really should just be separate guides. At very least, it needs spoilers - lots of them. 12/20
C. Goes over premium and non-premium defense. All of these are extremely useful, accurately explained methods. 23/25
D. Most information is still relevant but would be nice to update and use spoilers. 15/20
B. The organization is somewhat confusing, due to the length. Premium and non-premium defending really should just be separate guides. At very least, it needs spoilers - lots of them. 12/20
C. Goes over premium and non-premium defense. All of these are extremely useful, accurately explained methods. 23/25
D. Most information is still relevant but would be nice to update and use spoilers. 15/20
Wallam:
Sniping -- Prenobbling
Overall rating: 89/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
Must know these concepts to be a good player.
A. Well-written guide. Covers many ways to snipe nobles. Goes well into depth. 35/35
B. Easily understandable. Pictures help the guides readability. 20/20
C. Goes over many ways of sniping. Some areas out of date, others spot on. This guide will serve you well. 20/25
D. This guide could do with a bit of updating; the screen shots are out-of-date and it should discuss a better method of sending a train. 14/20
B. Easily understandable. Pictures help the guides readability. 20/20
C. Goes over many ways of sniping. Some areas out of date, others spot on. This guide will serve you well. 20/25
D. This guide could do with a bit of updating; the screen shots are out-of-date and it should discuss a better method of sending a train. 14/20
AmishGansta
Creative Defending
Overall rating: 72/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“Be yourself and have some fun. When you stop having fun its time for a break." Goes over some good sniping concepts.
A. Tag incomings. Pre-nobbling- packet defenses- and most important, do not drink and play TW! 30/35
B. Poorly organized. Rambles on about things for half of post. 12/20
C. Almost left it out, but some points just needed posting. 18/25
D. Old posting that could use spiffying up. 12/20
B. Poorly organized. Rambles on about things for half of post. 12/20
C. Almost left it out, but some points just needed posting. 18/25
D. Old posting that could use spiffying up. 12/20
qwe4rty:
Analysis of Defense Options
Overall rating: 86/100
Last rated: March 27, 2017
Ability level: Advanced
Guide is for large advanced accounts. Not for new villages.
A. Very technical with some math formulas. Goes over large defensive comparisons. Overall, it was a good explanation. 32/35
B. The guide is fairly well-organized. Though the stats of each build were slightly confusing, it was generally understandable. 18/20
C. The content is sound and accurate, albeit an older posting. 22/25
D. Never was really updated, could use some 14/20
B. The guide is fairly well-organized. Though the stats of each build were slightly confusing, it was generally understandable. 18/20
C. The content is sound and accurate, albeit an older posting. 22/25
D. Never was really updated, could use some 14/20
Nemesis123
Late Game Defense
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Advanced
Great late game defense guide.
A. Well written. Detailed battle analysis. Covers pre-war preparation, which many tribes miss. 32/35
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Great comparisons between full nukes vs defenses. 21/25
D. Data still relevant. Could use update to add modern browsers and fix spoilers. 17/20
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Great comparisons between full nukes vs defenses. 21/25
D. Data still relevant. Could use update to add modern browsers and fix spoilers. 17/20
Tools and Compilations
This area of the library is for tools to aid your game play and articles that are to expansive to really fit in a specific category. Happy Gaming!
Tools
Compilations
Tools
Iron Lady
Spreadsheets Galore
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 31, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Some players live by their spreadsheets. Here is a collection of known spreadsheets for Tribal Wars. If you have one you would like to share then please contact me via a forum message.
Iron Lady
Resource Sites
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 30, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Here is a collection of known Tribal Wars sites that will help improve your fun and game play. If you know of a site not listed here then please contact me via a forum message.
Iron Lady
Scripts Galore
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 30, 2017
Ability Level: Intermediate
One stop spot for “Approved” Tribal Wars scripts.
Spreadsheets Galore
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 31, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Some players live by their spreadsheets. Here is a collection of known spreadsheets for Tribal Wars. If you have one you would like to share then please contact me via a forum message.
A. Generally well-written, deliberate in its simplicity. Leaves it to users to evaluate each spreadsheet. 30/35
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Does not go over specific spreadsheets.. 20/25
D. Guide is up to date in its information. 20/20
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Does not go over specific spreadsheets.. 20/25
D. Guide is up to date in its information. 20/20
Iron Lady
Resource Sites
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 30, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Here is a collection of known Tribal Wars sites that will help improve your fun and game play. If you know of a site not listed here then please contact me via a forum message.
A. Generally well-written, deliberate in its simplicity. Leaves it to users to evaluate each website. 30/35
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Does not go over specific of each website. 20/25
D. Guide is up to date in its information. 20/20
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Does not go over specific of each website. 20/25
D. Guide is up to date in its information. 20/20
Iron Lady
Scripts Galore
Overall rating: 90/100
Last rated:March 30, 2017
Ability Level: Intermediate
One stop spot for “Approved” Tribal Wars scripts.
A. Generally well-written, deliberate in its simplicity. Leaves it to users to evaluate each script. 30/35
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Does not go over specifics of each script. 20/25
D. Guide is up to date in its information. 20/20
B. Well-organized top down approach to the information. 20/20
C. Does not go over specifics of each script. 20/25
D. Guide is up to date in its information. 20/20
Compilations
Most of these posts go back to the first worlds ever created in Tribal Wars. While some of the information may be out of date, the general "concepts for quality game play" are the same for the first village planted on world one as they are today. Enjoy!
auguthy2:
Strategy Guide for TribalWars
Overall rating: 71/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Basic information for new players.
Openeye:
TeachU TW Textbook
Overall rating: 72/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Basic information for new and older players. Article was almost the first publish guide way back on world one. Much of the information here is still applicable for our modern Tribal Wars worlds.
A humble player:
AHP braindump
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Basic information for new and older players
Zevahc
Zev’s Notebook
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
Topics are more about character and attitude needed to play any game.
(R)ed:
Efficiency and Village Dynamics
Overall rating: 89/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“Before you jump head first into the world, like almost anything in life, you have to take some time to set your priorities, your short term goals and your long term goals.” Those who do not plan, plan to fail. “I repeat again, idling is a waste of potential, and thus efficiency.” Never sit doing nothing in this game as you will not last long.
auguthy2:
Strategy Guide for TribalWars
Overall rating: 71/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Basic information for new players.
A. Forget the out of date build information, its useless. Focus on market strategy, spiking, backtime countering, and restart messages. (Which can backfire badly) 29/35
B. Hard to follow train of though. No spoilers. 11/20
C. Much of the information is very outdated. 19/25
D. Outdated information on most of guide. Focus on what is still relevant. 12/20
B. Hard to follow train of though. No spoilers. 11/20
C. Much of the information is very outdated. 19/25
D. Outdated information on most of guide. Focus on what is still relevant. 12/20
Openeye:
TeachU TW Textbook
Overall rating: 72/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Basic information for new and older players. Article was almost the first publish guide way back on world one. Much of the information here is still applicable for our modern Tribal Wars worlds.
A. Topics in guide still worth reading are; Activity, faming, defensive strategies, nobbling and tribes. 28/35
B. Way to long. Would be nice to have working spoilers. 10/20
C. Very old article but many points are still relevant. 20/25
D. Guide is out of date on much of its content. However, 14/20
B. Way to long. Would be nice to have working spoilers. 10/20
C. Very old article but many points are still relevant. 20/25
D. Guide is out of date on much of its content. However, 14/20
A humble player:
AHP braindump
Overall rating: 85/100
Last rated:March 26, 2017
Ability Level: Beginner
Basic information for new and older players
A. Keeping building queues going is sound strategy. Goes over pre-game prep, networking to meet people, and reading forums. Some minor aging but still good guide. 32/35
B. Better organization and working scripts would help. Spelling is good. 16/20
C. Accurately states that having 100% offense or defense is not sound strategy. Some older content but still good stuff. 22/25
D. Guide shows some aging, but is mostly sound and good to get in your repertoire. 15/20
B. Better organization and working scripts would help. Spelling is good. 16/20
C. Accurately states that having 100% offense or defense is not sound strategy. Some older content but still good stuff. 22/25
D. Guide shows some aging, but is mostly sound and good to get in your repertoire. 15/20
Zevahc
Zev’s Notebook
Overall rating: 80/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
Topics are more about character and attitude needed to play any game.
A. Good points to read are; Co-leading (Does not work), perseverance, commitment, standards, pride, and organization, which is a must have for any player or tribe. 27/35
B. This guide is slightly confusing at times but generally understandable. Heading does not match content. The spelling and grammar are not the best, and this does detract slightly from the readability of the guide. 13/20
C. Should have introduction area. This guide is good general advice for playing TW. 20/25
D. Guides content is hard to go out of date. 20/20
B. This guide is slightly confusing at times but generally understandable. Heading does not match content. The spelling and grammar are not the best, and this does detract slightly from the readability of the guide. 13/20
C. Should have introduction area. This guide is good general advice for playing TW. 20/25
D. Guides content is hard to go out of date. 20/20
(R)ed:
Efficiency and Village Dynamics
Overall rating: 89/100
Last rated: March 29, 2017
Ability level: Intermediate
“Before you jump head first into the world, like almost anything in life, you have to take some time to set your priorities, your short term goals and your long term goals.” Those who do not plan, plan to fail. “I repeat again, idling is a waste of potential, and thus efficiency.” Never sit doing nothing in this game as you will not last long.
A. This guide is well-written, and does a good job of explaining itself. Goes over short and long term goals, limitations (resources and time), and has some good general tips (point 6). 32/35
B. Well written. Better organization of his thoughts would help. Spoilers are broken and not authors fault. 15/20
C. "Much of the first few sections can generally apply to a lot more than just TW. That says something about the accuracy of your advice. This is a very good guide to efficiency and has a lot of useful stuff in it." 25/25
D. Working spoilers and better organization would help. Some information might be dated but overall the content is timeless. 17/20
B. Well written. Better organization of his thoughts would help. Spoilers are broken and not authors fault. 15/20
C. "Much of the first few sections can generally apply to a lot more than just TW. That says something about the accuracy of your advice. This is a very good guide to efficiency and has a lot of useful stuff in it." 25/25
D. Working spoilers and better organization would help. Some information might be dated but overall the content is timeless. 17/20
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