Set up your lineup before waves start, use Tukaze as your only tank for its attack boost, and delay Silver Seer's attack until your team is ready. Move units to adjust for Sand Worm Zobo at wave 13 and wave 30. Success depends on flexible positioning and adapting to random upgrade options as they appear.
A crowded Horde Invasion battle is underway on the field with many enemies visible. - DenshiMon
Set Up the Lineup Before the Waves Start
prerequisites
- Play with a trusted teammate instead of random players, because poor coordination can end the run before you reach 1,000 kills.
- Use your usual lineup for Horde Invasion rather than improvising mid-run.
- Field Tukaze as the only tank, since its attack boost is important for this mode.
- Stack as many attack and defense buffs as possible so Tukaze can deal damage and survive the waves.
Several Tatari are arranged on the lineup field with the Tatari roster shown below. - DenshiMon
Use the Early Waves to Finish Your Formation
steps
- Treat the first 15 waves as time to finalize your lineup-these waves are relatively easy.
- Adjust positions and make upgrades during this stage rather than rushing to max all Tukaze.
- Don't aim to upgrade every Tukaze to level 7 immediately; resources won't allow for it.
- Prioritize at least one DPS and one support to ensure your lineup is ready for later waves.
An early wave battle is underway on the grid while units remain spread out for positioning. - DenshiMon
Handle RNG by Taking the Best Available Upgrade
Choose when RNG blocks ideal choices
- If you're offered upgrades that aren't useful, take the minor upgrade to refresh the choices.
- Runs can be bottlenecked if the game doesn't present the Tukaze you need-accept this and move to the next best option so you don't stall.
Keep Silver Seer From Firing Too Early
A crowded battle board displays multiple units positioned across the grid. - DenshiMon
Prepare for Sand Worm Zobo on Wave 13
steps
- Before wave 13 begins, place Tukaze at the back of your lineup.
- On wave 13, Sand Worm Zobo will pull the back row forward, moving Tukaze to the front.
- This puts Tukaze in position to boost the lightning Tukaze behind it.
- Adjust unit positions as needed and avoid letting Tukaze sit idle.
A vertical game battlefield shows a clustered formation with units arranged across the grid during combat. - DenshiMon
React to Wave 30 and the Volcano Zobo Mistake
A crowded battlefield shows a fiery volcanic spawn erupting near the frontline. - DenshiMon
Keep Moving Your Units as the Fight Changes
FAQ
How do you set up your lineup for Horde Invasion?
Use your standard Horde Invasion lineup, keep Tukaze as your only tank, and coordinate with a trusted teammate for the opening setup.
Which Tukaze should be upgraded first in Horde Invasion?
Prioritize upgrading at least one DPS and one support; do not try to max out every Tukaze immediately as resources will not cover this.
When should you stop Silver Seer from attacking?
Hold Silver Seer at the back and move it around to prevent it attacking until after your team is fully set up.
What should you do when a Sand Worm Zobo spawns on wave 13?
Place Tukaze in the back before the wave so Sand Worm Zobo's pull brings it to the front, boosting the lightning Tukaze behind it.
What should you do when another Sand Worm Zobo appears on wave 30?
Pull your lineup back a tile or two to add space.
What mistake did the creator say cost them the run near the volcano Zobo?
The creator failed to move their storm lion directly onto the volcano Zobo; leaving a gap allowed the AoE explosion to hit and cost the clear.
Sources
Screenshots on this page are frames from the videos below, used to illustrate the steps they describe. All rights remain with their creators.
- Clash of Critters Horde Invasion Guide: Tips & Sample Run (Part 2) - DenshiMon, July 8, 2026
Related guides
- Continue with this related guide.
