How to Get League Medals in Clash of Clans?

League Medals in Clash of Clans are earned primarily by participating in Clan War Leagues (CWL). Join an active clan, register for CWL, and help your clan achieve a high ranking to maximize your medal earnings.

What Are League Medals in Clash of Clans?

League Medals represent one of the most valuable currencies in Clash of Clans. These special medals are awarded to players who participate in the monthly Clan War Leagues (CWL) events. Unlike regular resources such as Gold, Elixir, Dark Elixir, or Gems, League Medals serve a unique purpose in the game's economy.

League Medals function as a premium currency that allows players to purchase valuable items from the League Shop. These items include resources, magic potions, hammers, and exclusive decorations that can significantly accelerate your progress in the game. The rarity and utility of these medals make them highly sought after by players of all levels.

What makes League Medals particularly valuable is their ability to bypass both resource costs and time requirements for upgrades when used to purchase hammers. This advantage becomes increasingly important as you reach higher Town Hall levels, where upgrade times can extend to weeks and resource requirements become enormous.

Value of League Medals

• The true value of League Medals lies in their versatility and the power of the items they can purchase. Here's what makes them so important:
• They allow access to Hammers, which instantly complete upgrades without using resources
• They can be converted to large amounts of resources when needed
• They provide access to time-saving potions that accelerate various aspects of gameplay
• They offer a path to exclusive decorations and hero skins that are otherwise unavailable

For competitive players, accumulating League Medals becomes a monthly priority, as the advantages they provide can create significant progression gaps between active and inactive players over time.

How to Earn League Medals in Clash of Clans?

Earning League Medals requires active participation in the Clan War Leagues. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of how to maximize your medal earnings through various methods and strategies.

Join an Active Clan That Participates in CWL

The first and most crucial step to earning League Medals is joining a clan that regularly participates in Clan War Leagues. Not all clans are equally committed to CWL, so finding the right clan is essential for consistent medal earnings.

When looking for a clan, consider these factors:

1. The clan should have at least 15 active members (the minimum required for CWL participation)
2. Ideally, look for clans with closer to 30 active members to maximize war participation opportunities
3. Check the clan's league tier – higher-tier clans earn more medals per season
4. Assess the clan's war frequency and success rate in previous CWLs
5. Evaluate whether the leadership actively manages war rosters and strategies

Using the in-game Clan Search feature can help you find clans that match your criteria. Many serious war clans will mention their CWL participation and league tier in their description.

Understanding the CWL Structure

To effectively earn League Medals, you need to understand how the Clan War League system works:

CWL is organized into league tiers, from lowest to highest:

• Bronze League
• Silver League
• Gold League
• Crystal League
• Master League
• Champion League

Each CWL season lasts for 8 days total. During this period, your clan will be placed in a group with seven other clans from the same league tier. Over seven consecutive days, your clan will battle against each of the other clans in the group, with one war per day.

At the end of the seven wars, clans are ranked based on their total stars earned. The top clans in each group get promoted to a higher league, while the bottom clans get demoted. Your clan's final ranking in the group determines the base number of League Medals each member receives.

Participating in CWL Wars

For you to be eligible to receive League Medals, you must be registered on your clan's CWL roster before the Clan War Leagues start. This is a critical point that many players miss – if you join a clan after they've already registered for CWL, you won't be eligible for medals that season.

Every player registered on the clan's CWL roster will receive at least some League Medals at the end of the season, regardless of whether they actually participated in any wars. However, to maximize your medals, you should aim to be included in as many of the seven war lineups as possible.

Keep in mind that:

1. CWL uses a 15v15 or 30v30 format (depending on clan preference)
2. Unlike regular clan wars, there are no mirror matchups – you can attack any enemy base
3. Each player only gets one attack per war day
4. There are no spells or troops donated to defensive Clan Castles in CWL

Performing Well in Battles

While you'll receive medals based on your clan's overall performance, your individual performance matters too. Clan leaders often award bonus medals to top performers, so aiming for strong attacks is important.

To maximize your chances of earning bonus medals:

• Aim for 3-star attacks whenever possible
• Focus on high destruction percentages even if you can't 3-star
• Be reliable and use both attacks in every war you're included in
• Follow any attack strategies or target assignments from clan leadership
• Optimize your base for defense to help prevent enemy stars

Many clan leaders distribute bonus medals based on star count, so consistently earning 2-3 stars in your attacks will significantly increase your chances of receiving these extra medals.

Clan Placement and League Tier Impact

The number of League Medals you earn is primarily determined by two factors:

1. Your clan's final ranking in the CWL group
2. The league tier your clan competes in

Higher league tiers award substantially more medals than lower tiers. For example, a clan finishing in 1st place in Champion I League will earn significantly more medals than a clan finishing 1st in Bronze League.

Here's an approximate breakdown of medal rewards by league tier:

• Bronze League: 10–100 medals
• Silver League: 50–150 medals
• Gold League: 100–200 medals
• Crystal League: 150–250 medals
• Master League: 200–300 medals
• Champion League: 250–350 medals

Within each tier, your clan's final ranking determines the exact number of medals awarded. First place earns the maximum, while eighth place earns the minimum for that tier.

How Many League Medals Can You Earn?

The exact number of League Medals you can earn depends on multiple factors. Understanding these factors can help you set realistic expectations and develop strategies to maximize your medal earnings.

Base Medal Rewards by League Tier

Your base medal reward is determined by your clan's league tier and final ranking. Here's a more detailed breakdown of potential medal earnings:

Bronze League

• 1st place: ~100 medals
• Middle placement: ~50-70 medals
• 8th place: ~10-20 medals

Silver League

• 1st place: ~150 medals
• Middle placement: ~80-120 medals
• 8th place: ~50 medals

Gold League

• 1st place: ~200 medals
• Middle placement: ~130-170 medals
• 8th place: ~100 medals

Crystal League

• 1st place: ~250 medals
• Middle placement: ~180-220 medals
• 8th place: ~150 medals

Master League

• 1st place: ~300 medals
• Middle placement: ~230-270 medals
• 8th place: ~200 medals

Champion League

• 1st place: ~350 medals
• Middle placement: ~280-320 medals
• 8th place: ~250 medals

These numbers are approximate and can vary slightly based on specific league subdivisions (I, II, III) within each tier.

Individual Performance Bonuses

Beyond the base medals awarded to all clan members, there's an opportunity to earn bonus medals through individual performance. After each CWL season, clan leaders can distribute bonus medals to deserving members.

The number of bonus medals available depends on how many wars your clan won during the CWL season. Each war victory adds one bonus medal allocation, meaning a clan that wins all seven wars can award seven bonus medal packages.

These bonus medals are typically awarded to:

• Players who consistently earned high star counts
• Members who attacked challenging bases
• Those who followed war strategies effectively
• Players who demonstrated team-focused behavior

The value of these bonus medals varies by league tier but typically ranges from 20-40 additional medals per player receiving the bonus.

Participation Requirements

To receive your full share of medals, you need to meet certain participation requirements:

• You must be registered on the clan's CWL roster before the start of the season
• You need to earn at least 8 stars across all wars to qualify for full rewards
• If you earn fewer than 8 stars, you'll receive a percentage of the full reward based on your star count

It's worth noting that you'll receive at least 20% of your clan's medal reward even if you don't participate in any wars, as long as you were on the roster. Each star you earn adds approximately 10% to your medal reward, up to the full amount at 8 stars.

Tips for Maximizing League Medal Earnings

If you're looking to maximize your League Medal earnings, implementing these strategic approaches can significantly increase your medal count over time.

Join a Strong, Higher-League Clan

One of the most effective ways to increase your medal earnings is to join a clan that competes in a higher league tier. Since medal rewards scale dramatically with league tier, moving from a Bronze League clan to a Gold or Crystal League clan can double or triple your medal earnings instantly.

When searching for a higher-tier clan:

• Look for clans that mention their CWL league in their description
• Check if the clan has a consistent war record
• Ensure your Town Hall level and troop levels meet the clan's requirements
• Be prepared to demonstrate your attack skills, as higher-tier clans often have stricter performance expectations

Remember that higher-league clans also face tougher competition, so you'll need to maintain strong performance to keep your spot in the war lineup.

Be Active and Reliable

Clan leaders value reliability when selecting their CWL lineup. Being active and dependable increases your chances of being included in more wars and receiving bonus medals.

To demonstrate reliability:

• Log in daily during CWL season
• Use both attacks promptly when included in war
• Communicate with leadership about any potential absences
• Follow attack strategies and target assignments
• Provide constructive feedback and suggestions

Clans often track performance across multiple CWL seasons, so consistent reliability can establish you as a core member of the CWL roster.

Optimize Your Base for Defense

While your offensive capabilities are crucial, your defensive performance also contributes to your clan's success. A well-designed base that can defend against common attack strategies helps your clan secure more victories.

To optimize your base for CWL defense:

• Study current meta base designs for your Town Hall level
• Position your Clan Castle centrally for maximum defensive value
• Protect key defensive structures like Eagle Artillery and Inferno Towers
• Consider anti-3-star layouts that prioritize protecting the Town Hall
• Update your base layout regularly to avoid becoming predictable

Many clan leaders consider both offensive and defensive performance when awarding bonus medals, so a strong defense can improve your chances of receiving these extras.

Focus on High-Damage Attacks

In CWL, each player only gets one attack per war day, making each attack critically important. Developing strong attack strategies that consistently deliver high star counts will maximize both your clan's success and your individual medal earnings.

To improve your attack performance:

• Practice attack strategies in Friendly Challenges before using them in CWL
• Study your target before attacking, identifying potential traps and pathing issues
• Bring appropriate troops and spells for the specific base you're attacking
• Have backup plans if parts of your attack don't go as expected
• Review your attacks afterward to identify areas for improvement

Consistently delivering 2-3 star attacks will make you a valuable asset to your clan and increase your chances of receiving bonus medals.

Upgrade Key Troops and Heroes

Your ability to perform well in CWL attacks depends heavily on the level of your troops, spells, and heroes. Prioritizing these upgrades can significantly improve your attack capabilities.

Focus on upgrading:

• Core troops for your preferred attack strategies
• Spell capacity and levels
• Hero levels, which have an outsized impact on attack strength
• Siege machines, which can make or break an attack

While upgrading everything is ideal, if resources are limited, prioritize the troops and spells you use most frequently in war attacks.

How to Spend League Medals Wisely?

Once you've earned League Medals, spending them effectively becomes the next challenge. Different items in the League Shop offer varying value, and your specific game situation will determine which purchases make the most sense.

League Shop Items and Their Costs

The League Shop offers a variety of items at different medal costs:

Resources:

• 2,500,000 Gold: 25 League Medals
• 2,500,000 Elixir: 25 League Medals
• 25,000 Dark Elixir: 25 League Medals

Potions:

• Training Potion: 10 League Medals
• Resource Potion: 10 League Medals
• Research Potion: 10 League Medals
• Builder Potion: 30 League Medals

Magic Items:

• 10 Wall Rings: 50 League Medals
• Hammer of Fighting: 120 League Medals
• Hammer of Building: 120 League Medals
• Hammer of Spells: 120 League Medals
• Hammer of Heroes: 165 League Medals

Decorations and Cosmetics:

• Various statues: 100-2000 League Medals
• Hero skins: 2000 League Medals
• War Arena Scenery: 2400 League Medals

Best Value Purchases

For most players, hammers represent the best value for League Medals, especially at higher Town Hall levels where upgrade times become extremely long.

Hammer of Heroes:

This is generally considered the best value purchase because:

• Hero upgrade times are long (up to 8 days at high levels)
• Heroes can't be used while upgrading
• Hero upgrades require substantial Dark Elixir

Hammer of Building:

This is the next best choice, particularly for:

• Town Hall upgrades
• Eagle Artillery upgrades
• Inferno Tower upgrades
• Other buildings with 10+ day upgrade times

Hammer of Fighting/Spells:

These are most valuable when:

• Upgrading troops or spells you use frequently
• Focusing on laboratory upgrades that take 10+ days
• Preparing key troops for upcoming events or wars

For lower Town Hall players (TH8 and below), potions often provide better value than hammers due to the relatively short upgrade times at these levels.

Strategic Spending Based on Your Game Situation

Your specific game situation should guide your League Medal spending strategy:

For active war players:

• Prioritize Hammer of Heroes to keep heroes available for war
• Save medals for when you need to quickly upgrade key war troops
• Consider Builder Potions to accelerate multiple upgrades simultaneously

For progression-focused players:

• Focus on Hammers of Building for the longest upgrade times
• Use medals to skip resource-intensive upgrades
• Balance between different hammer types to maintain steady progress

For resource-constrained players:

• Use Hammers to skip upgrades with high resource costs
• Consider purchasing resources directly if you need a small amount to complete an important upgrade
• Resource Potions can help accumulate resources quickly

For casual players:

• Builder and Research Potions offer good value with flexibility
• Wall Rings provide good value for higher-level wall upgrades
• Save medals for cosmetic items if you enjoy customizing your village

Frequently Asked Questions About League Medals

When do Clan War Leagues take place?

Clan War Leagues typically begin during the first week of each month. The exact start date can vary slightly, but CWL generally starts 1-2 days after the season reset. The entire CWL event lasts for 8 days – 1 day for registration and 7 days for the actual wars.

Can I join a clan during CWL and still earn medals?

If you join a clan after they've already registered for CWL, you won't be eligible to earn medals for that season. You must be on the clan's roster at the time of registration to qualify for medals. However, if you're already on the roster and leave the clan during CWL, you can still return to collect your medals after the event concludes.

Do I need to participate in all seven wars to earn medals?

No, you don't need to participate in all seven wars to earn medals. Every player on the CWL roster will receive at least 20% of the clan's medal reward, regardless of participation. Each star you earn (up to 8 stars) adds approximately 10% to your medal reward, allowing you to earn the full amount with just 8 stars across any number of wars.

How are bonus medals distributed?

Bonus medals are distributed at the discretion of clan leadership. The number of bonus medal allocations available depends on how many wars the clan won during CWL (one allocation per victory). Clan leaders and co-leaders can view each player's performance and award bonus medals through the CWL results screen after the event concludes.

Can I save League Medals for future use?

Yes, League Medals can be saved indefinitely. There's no expiration date on medals, and the League Shop inventory remains relatively consistent. Many players save medals across multiple CWL seasons to purchase more expensive items like Hammers or cosmetics.

What happens to my medals if I leave my clan?

Your League Medals stay with your account even if you leave your clan. They're tied to your player profile, not to the clan. This means you can change clans without losing any of your accumulated medals.

Are League Medals the same as Raid Medals?

No, League Medals and Raid Medals are different currencies with different sources and uses. League Medals come from Clan War Leagues and can be spent in the League Shop. Raid Medals come from Clan Capital Raids and can be used for reinforcements, resources, and research potions in the Raid Medals shop.