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Splash vs Single-Target Defenses in Tower Rush
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When constructing a perfectly balanced deck, choosing the correct defensive building is one of the most consequential decisions you will make.

Making the wrong choice will leave a glaring weakness in your roster that experienced opponents will ruthlessly exploit.
The Single-Target Tank Killers
Single-target defenses, such as the Inferno Tower or the Cannon, are designed specifically to deal with massive, high-hitpoint threats.

A single-target tower will waste its massive damage output slowly killing one skeleton at a time, allowing the main enemy tank to slip by completely unharmed.
It provides great value against fast units like the Hog Rider.Wait until the enemy tank crosses the river.Don't let the tank connect. Area of Effect Buildings
Conversely, splash damage buildings, such as the Bomb Tower, are designed to obliterate massive groups of low-hitpoint enemies instantly.

If a heavy tank locks onto a Bomb Tower, the building will barely scratch the tank's armor before crumbling into dust.
Tower TypePrimary TargetHard CounterSingle-Target (e.g. Should you loved this article and you would like to receive more details about tower rush generously visit our own web site. , Inferno Tower)Melts high health units instantly if unprotectedWastes time killing cheap units one by oneSwarm SweeperClears dozens of units with a single attackLacks the raw damage to stop a massive push The Hybrid Approach and Deck Synergy
Balance your defensive portfolio so you have an answer for absolutely every possible threat.

Do not be afraid to switch your defensive building if you notice a sudden shift in the daily ladder meta.