League Medals are a special currency in Clash of Clans. You earn them by taking part in Clan War Leagues (CWL) and some other league events. You can spend these medals in the League Shop to buy powerful items—like Builder Potions, Research Potions, and Hammers—that help you upgrade faster. If you want steady progress without spending real money, collecting and using League Medals the smart way is one of the best methods.
What exactly are League Medals?
League Medals (also called CWL medals) are rewards given after Clan War Leagues finish. They are not the same as trophies or normal in-game loot. Medals act like a special token you can trade for time-saving items and boosts in the League Shop. Everyone who is placed on the CWL roster can earn medals based on the clan’s final placement and the stars each player scored. Clan leaders can also hand out bonus medals after the season ends. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
How do you earn League Medals? (step-by-step)
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Be in a clan that joins Clan War Leagues
Only players who are on the clan’s CWL roster are eligible for medals. If your clan doesn’t join CWL, you won’t get medals from CWL. (outof.games) -
Participate in the eight-day CWL season
CWL usually runs over eight days: one preparation day and seven battle days. Your clan fights one war per day against another clan in the group of eight. The final ranking at the end of the season determines the base medals. (LootBar) -
Score stars and help your clan win wars
Your personal medal reward depends partly on how many stars you earn in your attacks (up to a maximum threshold) and partly on the clan’s team result and final position. Performing well helps both you and the clan. (Clash of Clans Wiki) -
Get bonus medals from leaders (if awarded)
Clan Leaders can give bonus medals to members. The number of players eligible for a bonus grows with every clan war win, and bonuses must be handed out within a fixed time window after CWL ends. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
How many medals do you get?
The exact number depends on several things: the league tier (Bronze → Champion), the clan’s final place inside its group, and your personal contribution (stars earned). Higher leagues and better placements give much more medals. Different sources publish full medal charts (they change with balance updates), but the rule is simple: push higher and win more to earn more medals. For exact current numbers, check the official rewards page or recent CWL charts because Supercell can tweak amounts. (Supercell Support Portal)
Where to spend your League Medals (best buys)
The League Shop rotates items but commonly includes:
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Builder Potions — great value: they reduce builder times for many hours and are useful for speeding multiple builds.
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Research Potions — useful if your lab upgrades are the bottleneck.
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Hammers (Building / Troop / Hero) — expensive but instantly finish a long upgrade (useful for high Town Hall levels).
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Resource packs / Statues — usually poor value compared with potions and hammers; avoid unless you have a specific short-term need. (YouTube)
A practical rule: buy time-saving items (Builder/Research Potions, Hammers) rather than raw loot. Potions often give better long-term value for most players.
Quick tips to earn medals faster
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Join an active, competitive clan — clans that consistently reach higher leagues give more medals. Communication and planning matter. (outof.games)
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Be reliable on attack day — use strong, practiced attack strategies and coordinate with clanmates to avoid duplicated attacks. (LootBar)
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Aim for full stars (2–3) on your assigned targets — stars directly increase your share of medals. Even one extra star per season adds up. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
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Defend well — successful defenses indirectly help the clan’s rank. Tight base layouts and good trap placement matter. (ExitLag)
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Watch for special events — Supercell sometimes runs medal-boosting events (Hammer Jam, Spotlight events) where certain purchases or items are more valuable. Save medals for those if they match your needs. (Reddit)
Mistakes beginners make (and how to avoid them)
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Spending medals on raw loot — usually a bad exchange rate. Better to use medals for potions or hammers.
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Not joining CWL roster — if you’re left out of the roster you get little or no medals even if your clan wins. Make sure leaders add you before season starts. (Reddit)
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Missing attacks — even one missed attack can lower clan standing and your personal share. Be punctual. (LootBar)
A simple plan to collect and use medals (30–90 day plan)
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Month 1 — Learn and join: Join a clan that participates in CWL. Ask to be rostered. Practice your attack composition.
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Month 2 — Focus on stars: In CWL, target stars and consistent attacks. Save medals earned for Builder/Research Potions.
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Month 3 — Use smartly: Use accumulated medals during a Hammer Jam or when a long upgrade appears. Buy 1–2 Hammers or multiple Builder Potions depending on your Town Hall needs.
Repeat — with time, your medal balance grows and you can buy larger, game-changing items.
Final words
League Medals are a slow-but-steady way to progress in Clash of Clans without spending cash. The key is: join CWL, contribute consistently, climb leagues, and spend medals on time-saving items (not raw loot). Follow the tips above and you’ll see real improvement in building speed and lab progress. For up-to-date medal charts and current League Shop items, check the official Supercell support pages and recent community guides before you spend.