What the Valor Badge does and when to use it
The Valor Badge in Last War Tactics is a special item that boosts your troop attack power for a set time during combat. When you set up it, your troops deal more damage per hit for roughly 30 seconds. You'll see a visual effect on your screen — usually a glowing aura around your units — so you know it's active.
The badge is most useful when you're attacking another player's base and need to break through their defenses quickly, or when you're defending and a stronger opponent is attacking you. It's not a permanent power-up; once the timer runs out, the boost ends and you need to wait for the badge to recharge before using it again.
You earn Valor Badges by completing certain missions, winning battles in campaign mode, or purchasing them with in-game currency. Some players also receive them as login rewards or from special events. Check your inventory regularly to see how many you have stored.
Key Takeaways
- set up the Valor Badge from your inventory during an active battle to increase your troop damage output for about 30 seconds.
- The badge works in both player-versus-player attacks and defensive battles, giving you a temporary advantage when you need it most.
- Each badge has a cooldown period after use, so you cannot set up another one when ready — plan your battles around when badges will be ready.
- You can earn badges through campaign missions and events, or buy them with in-game currency if you want more on hand.
- The damage boost stacks with other temporary buffs, so using a Valor Badge alongside a troop speed boost or armor buff creates a stronger effect.
How to set up a Valor Badge during battle
Once you've started an attack on another player's base or are defending your own, look at the bottom of your screen where your active troops and special items appear. You should see an icon labeled "Valor Badge" or a badge symbol with a number next to it showing how many you have in reserve.
Tap or click that icon to set up the badge. The moment you do, your troops will glow and their damage output increases. You'll also see a timer appear on the badge icon counting down the 30 seconds the boost lasts. During this window, focus your attacks on high-value targets like the opponent's barracks, factory, or defensive towers — the extra damage means you can destroy them faster.
If you don't see the badge icon during battle, it means either you have none in your inventory or the badge is still on cooldown from your last use. Check your inventory from the main menu to confirm how many badges you actually own.
When to use your Valor Badge for maximum impact
Timing matters more than just having the badge available. Use it when you're attacking a base with strong defensive towers that are slowing your progress, or when you're facing an opponent whose troops are nearly equal to yours and you need the edge to win. Activating it early in the battle wastes the boost on weaker defenses; activating it too late means your troops might already be defeated.
In defensive battles, set up the badge when the attacker's troops are grouped together and heading toward your town hall or resource buildings. The damage boost will thin their numbers faster and may force them to retreat before they reach their target.
Avoid using badges on bases you can already defeat without them. Save them for battles where you're genuinely struggling or where the reward is worth the resource cost of the badge itself.
How the cooldown timer works
After you use a Valor Badge, a cooldown timer begins. This timer prevents you from using another badge when ready — you typically have to wait 2 to 5 minutes (the exact time varies by game version) before the next badge becomes available. During this cooldown, the badge icon will show a clock or countdown number.
The cooldown applies to your account, not to individual badges. If you have five badges in inventory, using one puts all of them on cooldown together. Once the timer expires, any badge you own is ready to use again.
Some special events or premium purchases can reduce the cooldown time, but this is rare. Plan your attacks knowing you can only use one badge per cooldown period.
Where to find and earn more Valor Badges
Campaign missions are the most reliable source. Play through the single-player campaign levels, and you'll earn badges as rewards for completing stages, especially on higher difficulties. Check the reward preview before you start a mission to see if a badge is included.
Special events that run for limited periods also hand out badges. These events usually have their own battle modes or challenges where you earn points toward badge rewards. Log in during events to see what's available.
The in-game shop lets you purchase badges using gold or premium currency if you want them when ready. This costs real money or in-game currency you've earned, so decide whether the cost is worth the advantage you'll gain.
Daily login rewards sometimes include badges, so check back every day. Alliance or clan rewards may also contain badges if you're part of an active group.
Stacking Valor Badges with other temporary boosts
Last War Tactics allows you to set up multiple temporary boosts at the same time. If you have a troop speed boost active and then set up a Valor Badge, both effects run simultaneously. Your troops move faster and deal more damage, creating a powerful combination.
The most effective stacks combine damage boosts with speed boosts or armor buffs. Damage + speed means you destroy targets before they can respond. Damage + armor means your troops survive longer while dealing extra damage. Experiment with different combinations to find what works best for your troop composition.
Be aware that stacking uses up your badges faster. If you're combining boosts, you'll burn through your inventory quicker, so earn or purchase badges regularly if you plan to stack them often.
Common mistakes to avoid
The biggest mistake is using a badge on a battle you're already winning. If your troops are destroying the opponent's defenses without help, save the badge for a tougher fight. Wasting badges on straightforward wins means you won't have them when you need them.
Another common error is activating the badge too early in the battle. Your troops may not be in position to take advantage of the boost yet, or they might be fighting weak defenses that don't need the extra damage. Wait until your main force is engaged with the opponent's strongest units or buildings.
Don't forget to check your cooldown timer before starting a new battle. If you're planning to use a badge and it's still on cooldown, you won't be able to set up it mid-battle. Plan your attack schedule around when badges will be ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a Valor Badge in campaign mode or only in player-versus-player battles?
You can use badges in both campaign missions and player-versus-player attacks. Campaign battles are a good place to practice using them without the pressure of losing resources to another player. However, badges are most valuable in PvP battles where the outcome affects your ranking and loot.
What happens if my battle ends before the 30-second Valor Badge boost runs out?
The boost ends when the battle ends, whether that's because you won, lost, or retreated. You don't lose the unused portion of the timer — the cooldown still applies as normal. The badge is considered "used" the moment you set up it, regardless of how long the battle lasts.
Do Valor Badges work on defensive battles when someone attacks my base?
Yes. When another player attacks your base, you can set up a Valor Badge to boost your defensive troops' damage output. This is one of the best uses for badges because defending your resources and trophies is critical to staying competitive.
Can I buy Valor Badges with regular in-game currency or only with premium currency?
This depends on your game version and current shop offerings. Most versions allow you to buy badges with gold (regular currency) at a higher cost, or with gems or premium currency at a lower cost. Check your shop to see what's available and what the current prices are.
If I have multiple Valor Badges, do they stack their effects if I use them back-to-back?
No. Using one badge puts all badges on cooldown, so you cannot set up a second badge until the cooldown timer expires. You can only have one active Valor Badge boost running at a time, though you can combine it with other types of temporary boosts like speed or armor buffs.