The Hero Journey update is the single biggest returning player buff in Clash of Clans history. If you had heroes leveled up before you stepped away, you're sitting on a mountain of free rewards — epic equipment, ore, potions, and more — all waiting for you the moment you log back in.
Here's everything you need to know about what you got, what you missed, and what to do next.
What Happened While You Were Gone
A lot has changed. Here's the quick version:
- Epic Equipment was added to the game — powerful gear pieces that dramatically change how heroes play. If you left before this system existed, don't worry — you've been taken care of.
- Equipment uses ore (Shiny, Glowy, and Starry) to upgrade. Ore is earned through Star Bonuses, Clan Wars, and the Hero Journey track itself.
- The Hero Journey launched in June 2026 — a permanent progression track tied to hero upgrades. Every hero level you upgrade earns 1 hero point, which advances you along the track and unlocks rewards.
- When the update dropped, every existing player was auto-migrated onto the track based on their current hero levels. That includes you.
What You Received Automatically
Every hero level you had when the update launched counted as 1 hero point on the track. All static rewards up to your total hero points were auto-claimed instantly. That means:
| Reward Type | What You Got |
|---|---|
| Ore | Shiny, Glowy, and Starry Ore (can exceed storage — more on this below) |
| Resources | Elixir and Dark Elixir |
| Books of Heroes |