Introduction to Clash of Clans LASSI Detailed Guide
In Clash of Clans, L.A.S.S.I is the first Hero Pet unlocked from the Pet House and becomes available immediately upon its construction. This agile pet provides additional support to the Hero it is paired with, offering both mobility and defensive utility in battle.
One of L.A.S.S.I’s standout features is its ability to jump over walls. This allows it to target buildings and ground troops positioned behind defensive structures, making it particularly effective in reaching enemies that would otherwise be protected. While this ability grants it mobility, L.A.S.S.I is not designed as a primary damage dealer. Instead, it acts as a mini-tank, absorbing some damage for its Hero and helping to clear small threats.
L.A.S.S.I primarily targets enemies within a 2.5-tile radius of the paired Hero. This means that it stays close to its Hero in most situations, attacking whatever comes within its range. However, if the Hero is knocked out or removed from battle, L.A.S.S.I’s behavior changes. At that point, it will switch to attacking the nearest building, regardless of type, while still engaging nearby enemy units if present.
Due to its ability to bypass walls and provide distraction for defenses, L.A.S.S.I is a useful companion for Heroes that benefit from fast-paced, aggressive playstyles. When paired strategically, it can contribute to efficient base clearing and provide extra survivability in key battles.
| Level | Damage per Second | Damage per Hit | Hitpoints | Upgrade Cost | Upgrade Time | Pet House Level Required |
| 1 | 150 | 135 | 2,700 | n/a | n/a | 1 |
| 2 | 160 | 144 | 2,800 | 67,500 | 1d | 1 |
| 3 | 170 | 153 | 2,900 | 75,000 | 1d 12h | 1 |
| 4 | 180 | 162 | 3,000 | 82,500 | 2d | 1 |
| 5 | 190 | 171 | 3,100 | 90,000 | 2d 12h | 1 |
| 6 | 200 | 180 | 3,200 | 97,500 | 3d | 1 |
| 7 | 210 | 189 | 3,300 | 105,000 | 3d 12h | 1 |
| 8 | 220 | 198 | 3,400 | 112,500 | 4d | 1 |
| 9 | 230 | 207 | 3,500 | 120,000 | 4d 12h | 1 |
| 10 | 240 | 216 | 3,600 | 127,500 | 5d | 1 |
| 11 | 250 | 225 | 3,700 | 135,000 | 5d 12h | 5 |
| 12 | 260 | 234 | 3,800 | 142,500 | 6d | 5 |
| 13 | 270 | 243 | 3,900 | 150,000 | 6d 12h | 5 |
| 14 | 280 | 252 | 4,000 | 157,500 | 7d | 5 |
| 15 | 290 | 261 | 4,100 | 165,000 | 7d 12h | 5 |
Offensive Strategies
L.A.S.S.I is particularly effective when paired with the Royal Champion, as both can jump over walls, allowing them to support each other in aggressive attacks. This synergy enables faster access to key defenses and makes it easier to clear out compartments without being slowed down by obstacles.
When choosing between L.A.S.S.I and Diggy for the Royal Champion, the decision can depend on the situation. Diggy’s burrowing ability provides a stunning effect on defenses, but it can also leave the Royal Champion vulnerable to enemy fire while Diggy is underground. L.A.S.S.I, on the other hand, remains active at all times and can help draw some fire, reducing the risk of the Royal Champion taking excessive damage too quickly.
L.A.S.S.I can also serve as a temporary substitute for Diggy when Diggy is undergoing upgrades in the Pet House. While it does not provide the stunning effect that Diggy offers, L.A.S.S.I’s consistent damage output and mobility still make it a viable alternative.
Another effective use of L.A.S.S.I is assisting the Barbarian King in funneling. By targeting and eliminating buildings behind walls, L.A.S.S.I can help guide the King’s path more effectively, preventing him from straying off course. However, since L.A.S.S.I move independently and have moderate hit points, it may be exposed to defenses that the King is not tanking for. To counter this, Wall Breakers can be used to open a path for the King, allowing him to tank for L.A.S.S.I or Freeze Spells can be deployed to neutralize high-damage defenses while she clears buildings.
If the Hero L.A.S.S.I is paired with is defeated before her, she can act as a mini-tank due to her relatively high health. While she will not last as long as heavier tanking units, she can still absorb some damage and provide support for the remaining troops in the battle. When used strategically, L.A.S.S.I can be a valuable asset in many attack compositions, offering flexibility and support across different playstyles.
Defensive Strategies
L.A.S.S.I tends to stay close to the Hero she is paired with, following their movement and engaging nearby targets. This makes her a reliable support unit but also introduces some weaknesses that defenders can exploit.
Defensive Strategy Against L.A.S.S.I
One effective way to protect key buildings from L.A.S.S.I is by leaving a gap between a layer of Walls and the building itself. If she is paired with the Barbarian King or Archer Queen, she will not target the building unless the Hero actively attacks the Wall in front of it. However, keep in mind that the Archer Queen, due to her ranged attacks, will still be able to hit the building even if L.A.S.S.I does not.
Managing L.A.S.S.I’s Speed
While L.A.S.S.I’s high movement speed allows her to quickly engage targets, it can sometimes be a disadvantage. She moves faster than most Heroes, except when the Barbarian King uses his Iron Fist ability. This can cause her to advance ahead of her Hero, exposing herself to enemy defenses before the Hero arrives to support her. When this happens, L.A.S.S.I may take heavy damage or get eliminated early, reducing her effectiveness in battle.
To minimize this risk, pairing L.A.S.S.I with Heroes that have a similar movement pace or deploying spells like Freeze or Invisibility can help keep her alive longer. Understanding how she moves and interacts with different Heroes is key to maximizing her effectiveness in battle.
Targeting Behavior
L.A.S.S.I primarily focuses on targets within a 2.5-tile radius of the Hero she is paired with. As long as the Hero is active, she remains close, engaging buildings and enemy troops that fall within this range. This makes her a reliable support unit, assisting the Hero in clearing out nearby threats efficiently.
However, if the Hero is knocked out or removed from battle using a Recall Spell, L.A.S.S.I’s behavior changes. In this scenario, she no longer prioritizes targets near the Hero and instead functions like a standard troop with no specific target preference. She will attack the nearest building, regardless of its type, continuing to deal damage independently.
Additionally, if L.A.S.S.I detects enemy units nearby that can fight back—such as defending Clan Castle troops or Skeleton Traps—she will shift her focus to engage them. This can be both an advantage and a drawback, as she may help clear defending units but could also get distracted from attacking key structures.
Understanding L.A.S.S.I’s targeting behavior is crucial when planning attacks, especially if using the Recall Spell or expecting the Hero to be eliminated early in the battle. Keeping her engaged with valuable targets ensures she remains an effective asset throughout the attack.
Attack Strategies Featuring L.A.S.S.I
Royal Champion Support in Hero Diving with L.A.S.S.I
L.A.S.S.I is a strong companion for the Royal Champion due to its mobility and ability to jump over walls. This makes them a perfect duo for Hero Dive attacks, where the goal is to eliminate a critical section of the base before deploying the main army.
Execution
L.A.S.S.I plays a crucial role in Hero Dive strategies, especially when paired with the Royal Champion. Her speed, mobility, and ability to jump over walls allow her to assist in eliminating high-value defenses while keeping the Hero protected.
Target Key Defenses
Deploy the Royal Champion and L.A.S.S.I in an area with important defenses such as Inferno Towers, Scattershots, or Air Defenses.
Focus on sections of the base that, when cleared, will create a better path for the main army. Eliminating a critical defense can reduce threats and improve the overall attack strategy.
Spell Support
Use Invisibility or Freeze Spells to keep the Royal Champion and L.A.S.S.I alive against high-damage defenses. A well-placed Freeze can neutralize an Inferno Tower or Scattershot long enough for them to take it down.
A Rage Spell can boost their damage output, helping them quickly destroy key structures before enemy defenses overwhelm them.
L.A.S.S.I’s Role in the Attack
L.A.S.S.I helps by absorbing some damage, increasing the Royal Champion’s survivability. While she is not a tank, her presence can delay damage dealt to the Hero.
She also assists in clearing smaller defenses, ensuring the Royal Champion can focus on high-value targets rather than being distracted by lower-priority buildings.
Finishing the Dive
Once key defenses are weakened, the Royal Champion’s Seeking Shield can finish them off, ensuring the area is fully cleared.
With this section of the base taken out, the main attack force can proceed with fewer defensive threats, increasing the overall success of the strategy.
By utilizing L.A.S.S.I effectively in a Hero Dive, attackers can optimize their funneling, eliminate key threats early, and set up their main attack for success.
Best Used In:
Lalo (LavaLoon) Attacks
Clearing an Air Defense or Scattershot before sending in Balloons ensures that air troops face less resistance.
Hybrid (Hog Rider + Miners)
Eliminating a key Inferno Tower or Bomb Tower reduces the threat to Miners, allowing them to stay alive longer.
Mass Hog Rider Attacks
Taking down splash damage defenses, like Bomb Towers or Multi-Infernos, prevents Hogs from being wiped out quickly.
L.A.S.S.I’s speed and ability to jump walls make it one of the most effective pets for Royal Champion dives, helping to break open bases efficiently and clear the way for stronger follow-up attacks.
Using the Barbarian King and L.A.S.S.I for Funneling
L.A.S.S.I is an effective tool for funneling when paired with the Barbarian King. Her ability to jump over walls allows her to target buildings deep inside the base while the King clears outer structures. This synergy ensures that the Barbarian King stays on a direct path toward his intended target rather than wandering off course.
Execution:
L.A.S.S.I is a valuable support unit when paired with the Barbarian King, particularly for funneling strategies. Since L.A.S.S.I can jump over walls while the King is restricted to breaking through them, this pairing ensures that buildings deep inside the base are cleared while the King takes care of exterior structures. Proper funneling helps guide the main attack force toward the core of the base, preventing troops from straying off course.
To execute this strategy, deploy the Barbarian King near a corner or side of the base that requires funneling. The goal is to clear out structures along one side so that the main army moves into the intended section without distractions. L.A.S.S.I will jump over walls to attack buildings behind defenses, while the King remains focused on destroying outer-layer structures. This allows for a tighter funnel by removing buildings that might pull troops in the wrong direction.
If the plan requires the Barbarian King to enter the base, use Wall Breakers or a Log Launcher to break through the walls. This ensures the King can follow L.A.S.S.I inside and continued clearing structures, rather than getting stuck on exterior defenses.
To keep both units alive long enough to complete their task, spell support may be necessary. If the area contains high-damage defenses such as Inferno Towers or Scattershots, Freeze Spells can temporarily disable them, reducing incoming damage. Rage Spells can also be beneficial, increasing both the King’s and L.A.S.S.I’s attack speed, allowing them to take down structures more efficiently.
When executed properly, this strategy ensures that the main army follows the intended path, leading to a more effective attack with better control over troop movement.
Best Used In:
P.E.K.K.A Smash: Ensuring the main army moves into the base instead of walking around the edges.
Super Bowler Attacks: Creating a direct path for Super Bowlers to push through the core.
Mass Electro Dragons: Helping clear side buildings to prevent Electro Dragons from splitting up and scattering.
By using L.A.S.S.I alongside the Barbarian King for funneling, attackers can maintain control over their troops’ pathing, ensuring that the main army moves efficiently toward the core of the base.
Using L.A.S.S.I for Queen Charge Support Against Defending Clan Castle Troops
L.A.S.S.I can assist the Archer Queen in Queen Walk or Queen Charge strategies by providing distraction and additional damage against defending Clan Castle troops. While she does not have as much health as the Unicorn, her presence helps absorb some damage, allowing the Queen to stay focused on eliminating key threats without being overwhelmed.
Execution:
L.A.S.S.I can be a useful companion in a Queen Charge strategy, assisting the Archer Queen by distracting enemy troops and dealing chip damage. Although she lacks the healing support of the Unicorn, her ability to engage defending Clan Castle troops and contribute additional damage makes her a viable alternative in certain situations.
To begin the Queen Charge, deploy the Archer Queen and L.A.S.S.I in a safe area where Healers can remain protected from immediate threats. Ensuring that the Queen has a clear path with minimal air-targeting defenses nearby will help keep the Healers alive longer.
If enemy Clan Castle troops emerge, L.A.S.S.I will automatically engage them, drawing some attention away from the Queen. This can be particularly helpful when dealing with multiple troops, as L.A.S.S.I’s presence allows the Queen to continue firing uninterrupted. However, against high-damage troops like Super Minions or Lava Pups, Poison Spells should be used to weaken them quickly before they cause significant damage.
To further strengthen the Queen Charge, Rage Spells can be deployed. A well-timed Rage will boost the Queen’s attack speed and amplify the healing effect from Healers, ensuring she can outlast heavy defenses. This is crucial when facing high-hitpoint targets such as defending Heroes or multi-target Inferno Towers.
Once the Queen successfully clears a section of the base, she can advance deeper with continued Healer support. L.A.S.S.I will remain active, targeting nearby structures and helping finish off weakened defenses. While she does not contribute significantly to overall damage, her ability to engage enemy troops and provide minor tanking can make a difference in sustaining the Queen Charge for a longer duration.
Best Used In:
Queen Charge Hybrid: Ensuring the Queen survives long enough to eliminate enemy Clan Castle troops and key defenses before Hog Riders and Miners are deployed.
Queen Charge Lalo: Preventing the Queen from being overwhelmed by defensive troops, so she can clear Air Defenses or an enemy Queen.
Queen Charge Dragon Riders: Assisting in removing enemy air-targeting defenses before deploying air troops.
By using L.A.S.S.I in Queen Charge strategies, attackers can improve their chances of clearing defensive threats early, keeping the Queen alive longer, and maintaining control over the battle.
L.A.S.S.I as a Last-Resort Mini-Tank
When the Hero that L.A.S.S.I is paired with is eliminated, she will continue attacking structures and can serve as a temporary tank for remaining troops. This can be especially useful in attack strategies where the Hero is expected to go down early, allowing L.A.S.S.I to absorb damage while other troops finish the attack.
Execution:
When the Hero L.A.S.S.I is paired with gets eliminated, she does not stop contributing to the attack. Instead, she will automatically switch her focus to the nearest building, continuing to deal damage and providing a small but valuable distraction for surviving troops. While she is not a dedicated tank, her ability to absorb some defensive fire can make a difference in tight situations.
If L.A.S.S.I finds herself tanking for key troops, spell support can extend her usefulness. A well-placed Freeze Spell can disable high-damage defenses such as Inferno Towers, Scattershots, or Archer Towers, preventing them from taking her down too quickly. Alternatively, a Heal Spell can provide her with some extra survivability, allowing her to sustain damage for a few more seconds.
Although L.A.S.S.I’s hit points are not as high as a true tanking unit, she can still withstand a few shots from defensive structures. This brief window of protection can be crucial, especially in attacks where time is running out or when the remaining troops need just a few extra seconds to clear a section of the base. Her presence ensures that the attack does not lose momentum entirely after the Hero is defeated, making her a valuable secondary asset in many battle scenarios.
Best Used In:
Mass Hog Rider Attacks: Absorbing damage from defenses in the final stages of the attack, helping Hogs survive longer.
Hybrid Attacks (Hog Riders + Miners): Acting as a distraction if the remaining Miners and Hog Riders need extra protection.
Mass Balloon Attacks: If all Lava Hounds have popped, L.A.S.S.I can absorb shots from Archer Towers or Cannons, keeping Balloons alive longer.
By utilizing L.A.S.S.I as a last-resort tank, attackers can extend the effectiveness of their troops and increase the chances of fully clearing a base.
Conclusion
L.A.S.S.I is best used in fast-paced attacks where mobility and rapid damage output are needed. She is not a tank or high-damage dealer but excels in supporting aggressive strategies, funneling, and helping Heroes stay effective longer. When used strategically, she can significantly enhance various attack compositions, making her a valuable Hero Pet in many different playstyles.
