Clash of Clans has been around since 2012. And over time it produced some of the most skilled and consistent players in mobile esports history. They are known for their incredible base reading, strategic attack execution, and insane synergy.
As of 2025, they still occupy the core of NAVI and are expected to make another deep run in the World Championship this year. Here’s a look at their journey. And we also discuss why they’re considered some of the best Clash of Clans (CoC) players today.
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Here are three of the best Clash of Clans players in 2025 to look out for in the Championship.
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Gaku (Mukai Gaku) is one of the most respected names in Clash of Clans esports, not just in Japan but globally. Born on August 18, 1999, he’s known for being super versatile and precise regarding war attacks. He was part of the legendary QueeN Walkers squad that finished second in the 2020 and 2021 World Championships and went on to win it all in 2022.
Since moving to NAVI in early 2023, he’s been the backbone of the team, helping secure wins like the Worlds Warmup 2023 and a golden ticket through the Queso Cup Golden Edition.
Even when NAVI faced setbacks like a 4th-place finish at Clash Worlds 2023 or roster shake-ups in 2024, Gaku remained a constant force. He’s competed in 25 tournaments and earned over $184,000, making him one of the top earners in Clash history.
With a maxed Town Hall 14 and 5,500+ trophies back in 2022, he’s likely now rocking a maxed Town Hall 16. While his YouTube channel with 38.9k subscribers hasn’t been very active lately, his gameplay continues to speak volumes.
Yuta is the kind of player you want on your side when everything’s on the line. More often than not, he is seen delivering game-deciding three-star attacks when the stakes are highest.
As the ace attacker for QueeN Walkers, his calm under pressure and meticulous planning allowed him to thrive in must-win moments. His playstyle revolves around precision and deep base analysis, rooted in his belief that “knowing the correct answer and finding the optimal solution” is key.
Yuta emphasizes practice and calculated decision-making, mastering spell timing, pathing, and troop placement to consistently break down even the toughest war bases. This balance of mental resilience and strategic clarity makes him one of the most dependable and feared attackers in competitive Clash of Clans.
Yuta14’s legacy is defined by his leadership of QueeN Walkers to multiple podium finishes at the Clash of Clans World Championship. His crowning moment came in 2022 when he helped clinch the world title in a narrow 14–13 victory over Tribe Gaming, taking home $300,000. Prior to that, he led his team to two back-to-back runner-up finishes in 2020 and 2021, earning $150,000 each time.
Beyond Worlds, he claimed victories in major events like the 2022 Warmup, ROG Masters, and various qualifiers. Across 15 major tournaments, he amassed over $144,000 in prize money—easily one of Japan’s top-tier Clash players, not just for his skill but the way he carries himself: quiet, focused, and always ready to deliver.
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Klaus (Ogata Yuya), born August 19, 2000, is generally regarded as one of the most creative attackers the Clash of Clans competitive community has ever known. Famous for developing new strategies with precision and accuracy and executing jaw-dropping three-star attacks with few spells, Klaus has become a favorite among fans for both his gameplay and personality.
He plays currently for NAVI, together with Gaku and STARs, and played a major role in their 2023 tournament campaigns. Before NAVI, he assisted QueeN Walkers in securing their championship title in 2022.
His YouTube channel had 66.1k subscribers at the time and was famous for its fashionable thumbnails and high-IQ attack demolitions. With more than $173,000 in tournament prizes from 23 events, Klaus remains the master, albeit with minor controversies—Reddit rumors once hinted that his alternate account was banned, though his main is still active and tournament-ready.
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STARs (Kanehara Keiyu) has established himself as one of the most consistent and surgical attackers in the professional scene. Whether it’s ladder play or stage matches, STARs is renowned for his almost flawless triple rate and unrivaled accuracy in live attacks. He has been with Gaku and Klaus since their QueeN Walkers days and was a pivotal member of their 2022 World Championship team.
Since joining NAVI in 2023, STARs has guided the team through both highs such as winning Worlds Warmup 2023 and struggles such as finishing 4th at Clash Worlds 2023.
Although his precise earnings aren’t as thoroughly documented, it’s estimated he’s earned over $150,000 through consistent top-tier play. He actively streams to his YouTube channel “STARs Clash of Clans,” where he uploads 20–30-minute triple attack content on almost a daily basis.
He’s often ranked at the very top of the Legend League leaderboard and, much like Klaus, was also the victim of Reddit speculation regarding alternate account bans. Yet his main account is still intact, and he’s actively part of the current NAVI roster.
Jonas “Jojo” Gohl is known in the Clash scene for his brainy, super precise ground attacks. They balance creativity and consistency. He also excels in mastering strategies like Clone Spell, Yeti Jump, and Bat Smash. Jojo is particularly good at deploying intricate funneling and spell timing to take apart maxed-up bases.
Queen-Charge Hybrid and Super Bowler Smash are his preferred styles of attack with calculated risks—especially with clone and jump mechanics to break deep into heavily fortified cores. At Town Hall 15, he was known for his Bat Smash usage, employing perfect pathing and freezing to destroy key defenses and achieve consistent three-star outcomes in high-level wars.
Jojo really hit the spotlight after winning the 2020 World Championship with ALTERNATE aTTaX. There, they beat the legends QueeN Walkers in the grand final. He then proceeded to rack up several top-level tournament wins, including defeating top teams like MCES and H.T Family at the 2021 May Qualifier and the Warm Up event.
His success with Tribe Gaming continued, with him being the runner-up for the 2024 World Championship and winning the title at Rush of Clans 2023 Golden Edition in a close tie-breaker against NAVI. Regionally, he is an ESL Europe and ESL Germany Champion four times.
Across 24 tournaments, he’s pulled in over $146,000 USD in earnings—easily one of the most successful and decorated Clash players to ever come out of Germany.
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