How to 3-star the Clash of Clans Poke the Bear Challenge?

The Clash of Clans Poke the Bear is the second challenge in June 2024, featuring the latest Druid troops and several other units. The objective of this challenge is to achieve a 3-star victory in a three-minute raid using a pre-defined army composition. This challenge is available for approximately 18 days and rewards players with 400 experience points, one Resource Potion, and other in-game items.

This article highlights the method to achieve a 3-star victory in the Clash of Clans Poke the Bear Challenge.

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Guide to get 3 stars in the Clash of Clans Poke the Bear Challenge

Initial deployment

King and Ice Golem attacking the base (Image via Supercell)

Begin by deploying your Ice Golem in front of the barracks located at the bottom of the base. This will ensure that the Ice Golem absorbs the initial damage and freezes the defending heroes upon death. Immediately place your Barbarian King behind the Ice Golem.

As the Ice Golem pops and freezes the defending heroes, send in your three Headhunters from the same location to target and eliminate these heroes efficiently. Wait until at least one of the defending heroes is down before activating the Barbarian King’s Giant Gauntlet ability in the Clash of Clans Poke the Bear Challenge.

Pay close attention to the Single Target Inferno, as it will lock onto your Barbarian King. Allow it to beam up for one or two seconds before freezing it to prevent your Barbarian King from taking too much damage. If the Barbarian King lures out enemy Clan Castle troops, use your Poison spell to eliminate them. If not, you can proceed to the next step without concern.

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Archer Queen usage in the Clash of Clans Poke the Bear Challenge

Archer Queen placement (Image via Supercell)

Deploy your Archer Queen towards the bottom of the base and move her across to the army camp on the left. Use one Balloon to lure out the defending Headhunters. If your Barbarian King is still alive, the Headhunters might peel across towards him, allowing you to poison them as they move. However, in most cases, the Headhunters will come down towards the Archer Queen.

Use your Poison spell on them and place two Druid troops to begin healing your Queen. These Druids only heal for a limited time, so deploying two initially ensures that your Queen stays alive during the early stages of the attack without wasting their healing potential.

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Air assault and additional troops

Main attacking force (Image via Supercell)

To the left of the base, deploy your Stone Slammer followed by five Dragon Riders, the Royal Champion, Balloons, and one Druid to heal your air troops. This combination provides a strong air assault force capable of dealing significant damage. Use rage spells on the Dragon Riders and your Archer Queen to boost their attack power and speed.

As your troops advance through the base, use Freeze spells on the Multi-Target Infernos to mitigate the damage they can inflict on your air units, ensuring your forces remain intact and powerful as they progress.

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Final cleanup in the Clash of Clans Poke the Bear Challenge

Final Freeze spell usage (Image via Supercell)

Once the main defenses are engaged, deploy your Minions from the left side of the base to clean up any remaining buildings. Use your final Freeze spell strategically on the Single Target Inferno by the Town Hall if it locks onto the Archer Queen. This will also catch the Town Hall in the freeze, giving you a significant advantage.

Some of your hero abilities might activate automatically during the battle but try to use them manually when they are in the most danger to effectively secure a 3-star victory in the Clash of Clans Poke the Bear Challenge.

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