GoHo: Best Base Types to Target with GoHo Armies

Introduction

Ever wondered why some bases seem to melt under a GoHo attack, while others stubbornly hold their ground? What if you could spot the perfect layout to unleash your Hog Riders and Golems for a guaranteed three-star? Understanding which base types are most vulnerable to GoHo is the secret sauce that separates good attackers from legendary ones. In this guide, we’ll break down the anatomy of GoHo’s strengths, dissect base layouts, and arm you with the knowledge to pick your targets wisely—whether you’re pushing trophies, dominating in Clan Wars, or just out to prove your mastery.

Understanding GoHo: The Hybrid Powerhouse

Before diving into base types, let’s quickly recap what makes GoHo tick:

• Golems: These beefy tanks soak up damage, allowing your kill squad (usually Wizards and Heroes) to carve out a path and neutralize key threats.
• Hog Riders: Fast, hard-hitting, and able to leap over walls, they sweep through defenses once the core threats are cleared.
• Synergy: The GoHo attack relies on surgical precision—the Golems and kill squad clear out splash damage and Clan Castle troops, then the Hogs clean up the rest.

GoHo shines when it can control the battlefield, but it falters if you misjudge the base. So, which bases are best to target? Let’s break it down.

1. Bases with Exposed or Accessible Splash Damage

Why Splash Damage Matters

Hog Riders are weak to splash damage, especially Giant Bombs, Bomb Towers, and Wizard Towers. Bases that leave these defenses exposed or easily reachable by your kill squad are prime GoHo targets.

What to Look For

• Bomb Towers & Wizard Towers near the edge: If you can reach them with your initial push, your Hogs will have a far easier time.
• Giant Bombs outside the core: Bases with obvious double Giant Bomb spots outside the main compartment can be triggered or neutralized early.

Example

A Town Hall 9 base with Bomb Towers and Wizard Towers clustered near the Queen and Clan Castle is ideal. Send your Golem-led kill squad at this compartment, clear the threats, and unleash Hogs with minimal risk.

2. Bases with Centralized Heroes and Clan Castle

Why It Works

The Archer Queen and defending Clan Castle troops are Hog killers. If they’re centralized but reachable with a focused kill squad, GoHo excels.

What to Look For

• Queen and CC close together: Allows you to eliminate both with a single push.
• Few layers of walls to reach the core: Jump Spells or Wall Breakers can get you in quickly.

Example

Anti-3 star bases often have the Queen and Clan Castle in the core, but not too deep. A well-timed kill squad with a Golem, Wizards, and Heroes can clear them out, paving the way for Hog Riders.

3. Bases with Poor Double Giant Bomb Placement

Why It Matters

Double Giant Bombs are the bane of Hog Riders. Bases that lack good spots for these traps—or have them in obvious, easily triggered locations—are vulnerable to GoHo.

What to Look For

• Gaps between defenses: If you can predict where the bombs are, you can trigger them with a few Hogs or your kill squad.
• No double Giant Bomb spots between defenses: Some bases have single bombs or poorly spaced traps, reducing the threat.

Example

A base with wide-open spaces or single bombs scattered throughout is much less threatening. Use a few test Hogs to trigger traps before deploying your main force.

4. Spread-Out Defenses and Predictable Pathing

Why Pathing Matters

GoHo thrives when you can predict where your Hogs will go next. Bases with spread-out defenses or clear pathways allow you to control the attack flow, ensuring your Hogs don’t split and lose healing support.

What to Look For

• Defenses in a ring or linear pattern: Easier to funnel and keep Hogs together.
• Few dead zones or gaps: Prevents Hogs from splitting unpredictably.

Example

A base with defenses in a clockwise or counterclockwise ring is perfect. Drop your Hogs in waves, keep your Heals tight, and watch as they sweep through the base.

5. Bases with Weak or Isolated Core

Why It Works

If the base core (center) is weak or isolated from the rest, GoHo can exploit this by clearing the perimeter and sending Hogs straight into the heart of the base.

What to Look For

• Core with few defenses: Easy for Hogs to overwhelm.
• Core separated by walls but not protected by splash damage: Jump Spells can bridge the gap.

Example

Some anti-2 star bases have a hollow center with the Town Hall and a few defenses. Once the perimeter is cleared, Hogs can finish the job with little resistance.

6. Bases with Poor Trap Placement

Why It Matters

Spring Traps and Skeleton Traps can ruin a Hog push. Bases with predictable or poorly placed traps are easier to counter.

What to Look For

• Spring Traps between low-value defenses: Send a single Hog to trigger them.
• Skeleton Traps set to air: No threat to Hogs at all.

Example

If you spot Spring Traps between Cannons or Archer Towers on the edge, use a test Hog to clear them before the main wave.

7. Bases with Easily Funnellable Sides

Why Funneling Matters

GoHo’s kill squad needs a clear path to the Queen, Clan Castle, and splash damage. Bases with sides that can be easily funneled allow for a more efficient and focused push.

What to Look For

• Few buildings outside the walls: Easier to create a funnel with Wizards.
• No awkward gaps or buildings to distract your kill squad.

Example

A base with symmetrical sides and minimal trash buildings outside the walls is ideal for a quick, effective funnel.

What to Avoid: Base Types That Counter GoHo

Not every base is a good GoHo target. Here are some red flags:

1. Compact bases with interlocking compartments: Hogs can split and get picked off by splash damage and traps.
2. Multiple double Giant Bomb spots between defenses: Increases the risk of losing your Hogs in one blow.
3. Well-protected core with layered splash damage: Hard for the kill squad to clear threats before Hogs enter.

If you see these features, consider another attack strategy or adapt your GoHo army with extra spells or troops.

Pro Tips: Scouting and Planning Your GoHo Attack

• Always scout for traps: Use a few Hogs or Minions to trigger bombs and traps before committing your main force.
• Plan your kill squad path: Make sure you can reach the Queen, Clan Castle, and splash damage with minimal resistance.
• Heal spell placement is critical: Anticipate where your Hogs will take the most damage—usually near splash defenses or bomb spots.
• Adapt to the base: Don’t be afraid to tweak your army composition—bring an extra Golem, more Wizards, or a Poison Spell if needed.

Conclusion

GoHo remains one of the most reliable and devastating attack strategies—if you know which bases to target. Look for layouts with exposed splash damage, centralized but accessible heroes and Clan Castle, poor trap placement, and predictable defense pathing. Avoid compact, trap-heavy cores and always scout thoroughly. By mastering base selection and adapting your approach, you’ll turn GoHo into your secret weapon for three-starring even the toughest opponents. Ready to put your knowledge to the test? Next war, pick your target wisely—and let your Hogs run wild.