Having more builders in Clash of Clans is a huge deal. It means you can upgrade more buildings at once, speeding up your progress in both your Home Village and Builder Base. That extra builder can make a real difference in how quickly you grow stronger.

So, how do you get that coveted sixth builder? The key lies in your Builder Base and unlocking a special robot named B.O.B. (formerly known as O.T.T.O.). Once you complete a set of challenging tasks, B.O.B. will travel to your Home Village and become your permanent sixth builder, while the Master Builder stays in the Builder Base. It's a long journey, but totally worth the effort!

The Road to B.O.B.: Your 6th Builder

To unlock B.O.B., you'll need to reach Builder Hall 9 in your Builder Base and then complete four big requirements. These tasks will test your dedication and resource management. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Gear Up Three Defenses in Your Home Village

This is often one of the first requirements players tackle. You need to "gear up" three specific defenses in your main Home Village:

• Cannon: Upgrade a Cannon in your Home Village to a Double Cannon. This usually requires a certain level of Cannon and a Builder Base Double Cannon at level 4.
• Archer Tower: Transform an Archer Tower in your Home Village into a Multi-Archer Tower. This means your Builder Base Archer Tower needs to be level 6.
• Mortar: Change a Mortar in your Home Village into a Multi-Mortar. You'll need your Builder Base Multi-Mortar to be at least level 8, though some guides suggest level 9.

You'll need the Master Builder from your Builder Base to perform these gear-ups, so make sure he's free! I remember the first time I geared up my cannon; it felt like a small step, but it was exciting to see progress toward that elusive sixth builder. It’s a good idea to think about what to upgrade first to help you with these tasks.

2. Max Out Your Cannon Carts

One of your Builder Base troops needs to be seriously powerful. You must upgrade your Cannon Cart to level 18. This takes a lot of Builder Elixir and time in the Star Laboratory. Focus on getting this troop leveled up as early as you can, as it will also help you win battles and earn more resources.

3. Upgrade Your Mega Tesla

Your Builder Base defenses need some love too. You need to get your Mega Tesla to level 9. This is a powerful defense that costs a good amount of Builder Gold to upgrade, so keep farming those resources.

4. Level Up Your Battle Machine

Finally, your Builder Base hero needs to be a beast. You must upgrade your Battle Machine to level 30. This is usually the longest and most resource-intensive task. It requires a lot of Builder Elixir, so make sure you're constantly attacking and collecting your Builder Base resources. I know the Battle Machine grind felt endless at times, but seeing those levels slowly tick up was a constant reminder of the goal. Keep that hero on the upgrade altar whenever possible!

Tips for Speeding Up the Process

• Rush Your Builder Base: Unlike the Home Village, rushing your Builder Base to Builder Hall 9 won't hurt your progress for B.O.B. In fact, it's encouraged! Rushing lets you unlock key buildings and upgrade levels faster.
• Prioritize Resources: Builder Elixir is often the bottleneck. Focus on upgrading your Elixir Collectors and Storages early on.
• Use the Clock Tower: Don't forget to use your Clock Tower boost regularly. It speeds up everything in your Builder Base, from resource production to upgrades.
• Daily Star Bonus: Make sure to earn your daily Star Bonus in the Builder Base. This provides a huge chunk of resources that are essential for B.O.B.'s requirements.

Getting the sixth builder is a major accomplishment in Clash of Clans. It takes time, strategy, and a lot of resource management. By focusing on these four key tasks and using the tips above, you'll be able to unlock B.O.B. and supercharge your village's growth. Enjoy having that extra help!

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