🚀 HQ Rush Guide — Fastest Path from HQ 1 to 30
Stop upgrading everything. Start upgrading only what matters. This guide cuts weeks off your HQ climb.
The #1 Rule of HQ Rush
Only Upgrade What's Required For The Next HQ Level
Every building you upgrade that isn't required for your next HQ level is wasted time and resources. The game doesn't reward "balanced bases" — it rewards HQ level. Phase 1: HQ 1-15 (Week 1)
Requirements Per HQ Level
| HQ Level | Required Buildings | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1→10 | Basic buildings only | 2-3 days |
| 10→12 | Barracks, Embassy, Research Center | 1 day |
| 12→15 | Hospital, Training Camp, Workshop | 2-3 days |
Priority Actions
| Action | Why |
|---|---|
| Join a top-10 Alliance | Alliance Help reduces every build by minutes |
| Research Construction Speed | Permanent boost, pays back forever |
| Save ALL gems for VIP 6 | Second builder queue doubles your speed |
| Never use speedups yet | Save them for Arms Race / Alliance Duel days |
Phase 2: HQ 16-22 (Weeks 2-4)
The Grind
| HQ Level | Key Unlock | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Tier 8 troops | Small power spike |
| 18 | New march queue | More gathering = more resources |
| 20 | Tier 9 troops | Big power spike |
| 22 | Tier 10 troops | Biggest spike in the game |
Survival Tips
- HQ 20→22 is the hardest stretch. Resources become the bottleneck. Save alliance credits for resource packs.
- Start participating in Bear Hunt seriously. Your damage scales with HQ level.
- Don't upgrade every troop building. Focus on one troop type (Infantry first for survivability).
Phase 3: HQ 23-30 (Months 2-6)
The Long Climb
| HQ Range | Estimated Time | Key Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| 23→25 | 2-3 weeks | Save speedups for event days |
| 26→28 | 1-2 months | Alliance events = main resource source |
| 29→30 | 1-2 months | Use all saved speedups here |
Endgame Priorities
| Once You Hit HQ 30 | What To Do |
|---|---|
| Max VIP 6 (if not done) | Permanent double builder |
| Push Lucky Wheel heroes | Your gem priority shifts here |
| Max Construction Research | Makes alt accounts / future content faster |
| Gear optimization | Replace all purple gear with Legendary/Mythic |
Building Priority Quick Reference
ALWAYS UPGRADE FIRST:
HQ → Barracks → Embassy → Research Center
UPGRADE WHEN REQUIRED:
Hospital, Training Camp, Workshop, Warehouse
NEVER UPGRADE UNLESS BORED:
Farm, Lumber Mill, Iron Mine (production buildings)
Wall (cosmetic only)
Watchtower (minimal benefit)Event Timing Strategy
| Event | What To Do |
|---|---|
| Arms Race Day | Save speedups, hero upgrades, gear upgrades for this day |
| Alliance Duel Day | Save resource collection and construction completions |
| King of Icefield | Use attack boosts — your HQ matters less than your hero comp |
| Off-Day | Gather resources, train troops, chip away at long research |
💡 The Hidden Speed Boost
Always have a construction AND research running simultaneously. Never let either queue sit empty. A queue doing nothing is progress you'll never get back. HQ Level 15? Move to Hero Tier List → to plan your team. HQ Level 22+? Master Bear Hunt → for alliance rewards.