Clash of Critters has added another Tatari to the game, and this time the new addition is Ringtail, a raccoon-themed Tatari with a support-focused role. Unlike Tataris that mainly focus on dealing damage, Ringtail can heal nearby allies while also giving them an Attack boost.
Ringtail becomes even more interesting at higher tiers because its attack range and support area improve. After testing it up to Tier 3, this Tatari looks like a strong option for Horde Invasion, especially when placed correctly in the middle of your formation.
Ringtail Tier 1
At Tier 1, Ringtail already has a useful combination of damage and support. The Tatari sends out small raccoon helpers, known as lackeys, that move toward enemies and attack them. These little units can take several hits before disappearing.
The interesting part happens when the lackeys return. They provide healing and an Attack boost to nearby allies, making Ringtail useful even when its main attack is not dealing a huge amount of damage.
Its Tier 1 effects include:
- Sends out three raccoon lackeys.
- Lackeys continuously attack enemies.
- Base healing factor is 16%.
- Returning lackeys provide additional healing.
- Each returning lackey adds around 8% healing.
- Attack boost starts at around 4% per lackey.
- The support effect reaches nearby allies.
- The attack pattern uses a plus-shaped formation.
With three lackeys returning, the additional healing can reach 24%. Combined with the 16% base healing, that can result in around 40% healing under the right conditions.
The Attack boost can also become significant. With three lackeys returning, the total boost can reach around 20% based on the values shown in the test.
Ringtail Tier 2
Ringtail becomes more useful at Tier 2 because the support area is expanded. The core mechanic remains the same, with the raccoon lackeys dealing damage before returning to provide healing and Attack bonuses.
The biggest change is the area affected by the returning lackeys. Instead of mainly supporting the Tataris directly to the left and right, the effect can cover an entire row.
This makes positioning extremely important.
If Ringtail is placed in the center lane, it can potentially support five Tataris in the same row. Placing it toward the left or right side reduces the number of allies that can benefit from the effect.
Because of this, Tier 2 Ringtail is much more valuable when your formation is planned around its support range.
Ringtail Tier 3
Tier 3 is where Ringtail starts to feel like a proper high-level support Tatari. Its main attack pattern changes from the previous plus formation into a larger 3×3 area.
This gives the raccoon lackeys more room to deal area damage and makes the Tatari more flexible when enemies approach from different directions.
The important Tier 3 changes include:
- Larger AoE attack.
- 3×3 attack formation.
- Better coverage against groups of enemies.
- Support effect still covers the full row.
- Returning lackeys continue to provide healing.
- Returning lackeys continue to provide an Attack boost.
The 3×3 attack pattern is especially useful because the attack does not always have to stay perfectly centered around the Tatari. Depending on where enemies appear, the effective area can shift and cover targets on the edge.
Ringtail Tier 4
Tier 4 Ringtail introduces another major feature called the Rock Aura. However, reaching this stage requires additional progression and resources. The requirements shown during testing include several different activities and materials, such as:
- Feeding the Tatari.
- Playing Treasure Hunt or Cozy Farm.
- Collecting Digs.
- Collecting Fertilizer.
- Obtaining Glitter Fruits.
- Completing additional progression objectives.
The exact requirements may change as Clash of Critters continues to update, so players should check the current in-game requirements before spending resources.
Ringtail Glitter Form
Ringtail also has a Glitter version with a noticeably different appearance. The upgraded visual effect adds more colors to the raccoon and gives it a much more noticeable look on the battlefield.
While the Glitter version is mostly about appearance, it can be another reason for collectors to invest in the Tatari if they want to complete their collection.
Ringtail in Horde Invasion
Horde Invasion is probably where Ringtail becomes the most interesting. Its support abilities can provide value to multiple Tataris at the same time, rather than simply increasing its own damage.
The first major ability periodically takes Attack and HP from three allies and returns those resources later. When the resources are returned, the affected allies also receive healing and an Attack boost.
The second ability periodically throws gold coins onto a tile. When an allied Tatari picks up the coins, it receives a Kaching damage boost.
This creates an additional reason to pay attention to positioning. Instead of simply leaving every Tatari in its original position, players can move their units toward the coins to activate the bonus.
The exact value of the Kaching damage boost was not clearly visible during the test, so its real impact will depend on the final stats.
Ringtail’s Boss Skill
Ringtail also has a skill specifically designed to help against important targets.
The Tatari periodically locks onto an enemy and charges a cannon. Once the attack lands, it deals single-target damage and applies a strong stun.
After the stun ends, the target receives additional damage. The skill also prioritizes bosses, making it particularly interesting for Horde Invasion stages where bosses are the main threat.
The attack is visually marked with a wanted-style effect around the target before the raccoon cannon fires.
This combination gives Ringtail something that many support Tataris lack: it can provide team utility while still contributing meaningful damage and crowd control.
Best Way to Position Ringtail
Positioning is one of the most important parts of using Ringtail effectively. For the support effect, placing Ringtail in the middle of a row is generally the best option. This allows the healing and Attack boost to reach as many Tataris as possible. A good setup should consider:
- Place Ringtail near the center of your formation.
- Keep important damage dealers within its support range.
- Make sure returning lackeys can provide their buffs to multiple allies.
- Move Tataris toward gold coins when necessary.
- Use the 3×3 attack range to cover groups of enemies.
- Keep Ringtail protected if your formation allows it.
A poorly positioned Ringtail can waste much of its support potential, especially if only one or two Tataris are receiving the buffs.
Is Ringtail Good for Horde Invasion?
Ringtail looks particularly promising for Horde Invasion because it does not rely on a single function.
It can:
- Deal AoE damage.
- Heal allies.
- Increase Attack.
- Provide a damage boost through gold coins.
- Stun important enemies.
- Prioritize bosses with its cannon attack.
That combination makes it much more flexible than a Tatari that only provides damage.
Its real ranking will still depend on how it performs against stronger Tataris such as Beetle, Snake, Monkey, Rock, Turtle, and Meteor X. Higher-difficulty Horde Invasion stages will be the real test for Ringtail.
Ringtail Tier List Ranking
Based on the abilities shown in the test, Ringtail deserves a high position among support-oriented Tataris.
A simple ranking would be:
- Tier 1: B Tier — Useful support, but limited range.
- Tier 2: A Tier — Full-row support makes it much more valuable.
- Tier 3: S Tier — Strong AoE plus powerful team utility.
- Tier 4: S+ Tier potential — Rock Aura could make it even stronger.
This ranking is mainly focused on Horde Invasion and team utility. A Tatari that is strong in support does not necessarily have to be the best choice for every game mode.
Should You Upgrade Ringtail?
If you already have a strong collection of Tataris, Ringtail is worth considering as a support addition rather than replacing every damage-focused Tatari.
Its biggest strength is the ability to improve other units. A good support Tatari becomes more valuable as your overall team gets stronger because its buffs are applied to better units.
The main issue is the cost. Reaching higher tiers requires a significant number of Wish Boxes and other resources. Players should therefore avoid spending everything just to unlock a higher tier unless Ringtail fits their current formation.
For free-to-play players, saving resources and slowly upgrading Ringtail may be a better approach.
Ringtail is an interesting addition to Clash of Critters because it introduces a more dedicated support role. Its raccoon lackeys can attack enemies, return to the Tatari, and provide healing and Attack buffs to nearby allies.
Tier 1 already gives it useful utility, while Tier 2 greatly improves its support coverage. Tier 3 makes the Tatari even more appealing with its 3×3 AoE attack, and Tier 4 adds the Rock Aura for further progression.
For Horde Invasion, Ringtail has plenty of potential. Its healing, Attack boosts, coin-based damage bonus, AoE damage, and boss-focused stun give it several ways to help a team.
For now, Ringtail looks like one of the better support Tataris in Clash of Critters, especially for players who build their formation around buffs and team synergy. Its final position in the overall meta will depend on how it performs against the strongest Tataris in higher-level Horde Invasion.