How to Play Heroes of Mavia

Heroes of Mavia is a base-building strategy game built on blockchain, developed by Skrice Studios. Often described as "Clash of Clans on-chain," the game lets players build bases, train armies, and battle other players to earn RUBY tokens. After launching on iOS and Android in early 2024 and peaking at 2.6 million monthly active users, the game has settled into a more stable player base of around 20,000 daily active users as of 2026. A global tournament with a $10,000 prize pool is scheduled for mid-2026, and Chapter 2 with new gameplay mechanics is expected in 2026.

Getting Started

What you need:

• An iOS or Android mobile device (also playable on PC via emulator)
• A free Heroes of Mavia account
• Optional: A crypto wallet for withdrawing RUBY and MAVIA tokens

Minimum investment: Zero. The game is free-to-play. You receive a starter base and troops at no cost. NFT Land gives bonus earning multipliers but is not required to play or earn.

Blockchain: Initially on Ethereum, now primarily on its own Mavia Chain. Plans for BNB Chain integration are announced for 2026.

Important note: In December 2025, the South Korean exchange Coinone issued an investment warning for MAVIA citing transparency concerns. While the game is active, be cautious about large token investments.

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Download Heroes of Mavia from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
2. Create an account using email, Google, or Apple sign-in.
3. Complete the tutorial, the game guides you through building your first structures, training troops, and attacking a practice base.
4. Build your base, place defensive buildings (cannons, walls, traps) and resource buildings (gold mines, stone quarries) strategically on your land plot.
5. Train your army, recruit different troop types from barracks. Each unit has strengths and weaknesses.
6. Optional: Link a wallet, connect MetaMask or a compatible wallet through the in-game settings to withdraw earned tokens.

Core Gameplay Loop

Heroes of Mavia follows the well-established base-builder formula with blockchain earning layered on top:

• Base Building, arrange defensive structures, walls, and traps to protect your resources from attackers. Upgrade buildings to increase their effectiveness. Layout design matters enormously at higher ranks.
• Resource Gathering, gold mines and stone quarries generate resources over time. Collect them regularly or they cap out. Resources fund building upgrades and troop training.
• Army Training, train various unit types including infantry, vehicles, and heroes. Each unit type has different stats for damage, health, speed, and special abilities. Composition is key.
• Attacking, scout and attack other players' bases. Deploy troops strategically around the base perimeter. Successful attacks steal resources and earn trophies for ranking.
• Defense, when offline, other players can attack your base. Good base layout minimizes losses. Review defense replays to identify weaknesses.
• Clan Warfare, join a clan to participate in cooperative events, clan wars, and earn bonus rewards.

The game operates on a daily cycle. Most players spend 20-40 minutes per day collecting resources, training troops, and doing a few attacks.

Earning Mechanics

RUBY Tokens: The primary earnable currency. Players earn RUBY through successful attacks, defensive victories, and completing daily missions. RUBY can be withdrawn to a crypto wallet and traded on exchanges.

MAVIA Token: The governance and premium token. Distributed through special events, tournaments, and as staking rewards. MAVIA has real market value but earning rates are modest for casual players.

NFT Land: Owning land NFTs provides earning multipliers on RUBY rewards. Land prices on secondary markets range from $50-500+ depending on rarity. Land is not required to play or earn basic rewards.

Realistic expectations: Free-to-play daily grinders can earn a few dollars per month in RUBY. Land owners with active play patterns might earn $10-30 per month. Tournament prizes offer the highest payouts but require competitive skill and time investment. Do not expect to replace any income with this game.

Beginner Tips and Strategy

• Prioritize upgrading your Town Hall, this unlocks new buildings and troop types. Rush your Town Hall upgrade path in the early game.
• Protect your resources, place gold and stone storages behind walls near defenses. Attackers target these first.
• Learn troop counters, infantry is cheap but weak against area-of-effect defenses. Vehicles are strong but slow. Mix unit types in your attacks.
• Use the practice mode, before spending resources on real attacks, practice against similar base layouts to refine your deployment strategy.
• Join a clan immediately, clan perks include bonus rewards, troop donations from clanmates, and access to clan wars. Active clans dramatically improve your progression speed.
• Do not spread upgrades thin, focus on maxing out a few key defenses and one or two troop types before branching out.

Common Issues and Solutions

"I keep getting raided and losing all my resources." Redesign your base layout. Place storages centrally behind walls. Upgrade walls and splash-damage defenses. Also, spend resources before logging off so there is less to steal.

"My troops keep dying before reaching the enemy base." You are likely deploying all troops at one point. Spread deployment in a funnel pattern. Use tanks or vehicles to absorb damage while infantry deals damage behind them.

"RUBY withdrawal is not working." Ensure your wallet is properly connected and you have met the minimum withdrawal threshold. Withdrawals may take 24-48 hours to process. Check the in-game announcements for any maintenance windows.

"The game feels too slow in the early game." This is by design, base builders have lengthy upgrade timers. Focus on completing daily missions and attacking frequently to maximize resource income. Do not gem (spend premium currency on) small upgrades.

"I cannot find a good clan." Check the Heroes of Mavia Discord and Reddit for clan recruitment posts. Look for clans with 30+ active members and regular war participation.

FAQ

Is Heroes of Mavia still active in 2026? Yes. The game has around 20,000 daily active players, runs regular tournaments, and has Chapter 2 updates planned. However, it has declined significantly from its 2024 peak of 2.6 million monthly users.

Is this just a Clash of Clans clone? The core mechanics are very similar to Clash of Clans. The main differentiators are blockchain-based earning, NFT land ownership, and the RUBY/MAVIA token economy. If you enjoy Clash, you will likely enjoy Mavia.

Do I need NFT Land to play? No. Land provides earning bonuses but is completely optional. Free players can build, attack, and earn RUBY without owning land.

How much can I realistically earn? Most active free-to-play users earn $2-10 per month. Land owners earn more. The earning potential has decreased as the token prices have declined from 2024 highs.

Can I play on PC? There is no official PC client, but the game works well through Android emulators like BlueStacks. An official PC version has not been confirmed.

Is the MAVIA token investment warning serious? The Coinone exchange warning in December 2025 cited transparency risks. While the game continues to operate, it is wise to avoid investing more than you can afford to lose and to withdraw earnings regularly rather than letting them accumulate in-game.