Alliance Update

Folks, the talent in our alliance shines from top to bottom, from low to high level! 

We recently played with two different teams again GUNS R US 2, and both delivered outstanding performances. Keep up the great work, warriors! We are strong, skilled, balanced, and 100% active. Fight together, and we’ll become the new nightmare on the global. 

We welcome @OG : A new warrior who managed to pull two big stars from those CB10 bases, despite having a low CB level.

I wish everyone a great weekend. 
🦆🦆🦆

The Hunter, The Prey, and the Decoy

Hey amigos! 

Greetings/¡Hola!/Hello/Chao to all teammates and the global community!

I hope you’re doing well and enjoying a great weekend. I’m especially happy today because our alliance: DUCKS is soaring high in the sky and on the leader board (yes, we’ve reached 30th place).

Welcome @BUZZKILL! Your 17K tags have helped us rise like a rocket!

 

I’d like to share one of my favorite offensive strategies in the game. Let’s check it out together maybe it can boost your power… or maybe it’s just a fun idea! LOL

The Idea

The strongest offensive units in this game are those with Explosive damage types: Mortarman, Bombers, and Warships. These are the only units that specifically target defensive buildings.

However their biggest drawback is low health (except for Warships), which makes them vulnerable despite their power. To maximize their strength, they need support: a decoy unit.

• The game already provides a built‑in decoy from the Comms Center with 10K health, perfect for luring enemies.

• Alternatively, you can use other units as decoys, gunboats, tanks or heavy tanks which also work well.

My favorite offensive strategy tips: 

• Awaken the Airfield or Harbor, then deploy a tank or gunboat far from the main base to distract and lure enemy units out.
• Draw defensive units into an empty area, then surround and destroy them.
• Use a tank as a decoy against Sea Fort defenses, then bring in a warship to finish them off. This way, you can protect your warship.
• Leverage Landing Craft health to maximize decoy durability:
• Landing Craft (650 health at level 5) + Tank (830 health at level 6) = 1480 total health.
• Deploy tanks, groups of tanks, or heavy tanks to distract machine guns or howitzers, then call in Mortarman to eliminate them.
• Motorbike is your mine detector, drop a motorbike at first should be a great idea.

Pro Tip and Screenshots

💡 A decoy can also trigger and clear landmines if placed strategically

I may not explain the strategy perfectly in words, so let’s look at some screenshots with my comments: 

While two Sea Foods (Sea Forts) are occupied with your decoys, your warships serve them well

A decoy distracts the machine gun and the howitzer, your Mortarmen seem to enjoy the gunfire

With your tank serving as a decoy, your warship can wipe out the sea food safely

A decoy distracts two machine guns, allowing your bomber to enjoy its flight

A few tanks act as decoys, distracting a group of warships while your gunboats do their job

Every air force unit locks onto a gunboat decoy, regardless of enemy jet fighters chasing them

Have a great weekend, DUCKS warriors! And last but not least:  did you catch the joke in the final photo? The middle Duck (the one who spoke was injured) ha ha!

     

We are doing well

What an incredible journey it’s been! Thanks to the amazing support from our formed alliance, DUCKS is soaring higher than ever. We’ve officially reached 36th place on the global Leader-board — a huge milestone for a team that started from scratch. 

We are delighted to announce globally that DUCKS have welcomed three additional veterans from Always in Troubles  who have joined to support us.

• I Believe In ZED - should we just call him ZED?
• ZZZ - hope he’s not actually sleeping
• PVT.Bullet - the sniper who counts every shot

From Humble Beginnings to Global Recognition

Back in June 2025, we set out to build a small alliance for reset players who still love the thrill of Battle Islands — the strategy, the building, the camaraderie. We began with just a few warriors: G.Macarthur, SP 00 GE, LILY, and DINAMO. Then came the reinforcements: Makisim (who sadly retired), TopPro, Popeye, and Grilo. The alliance grew even stronger with the arrival of Snake and Misio, and today we’re proud to have 23 active players — each one a vital part of our success.

What People Are Saying About DUCKS 💬

There’s been a lot of buzz lately and I’ve captured some of the most impressive shout-outs from the community:

 

Thanks SlipStream - Top #1 player for your good words on 05.Nov.2025

 

Some fun messages on global - They can't beat DUCKS - a new little nightmare :)

 A Weekend of Gratitude

This weekend, I want to take a moment to thank every single warrior who’s helped build DUCKS into what it is today. I’m just one part of this flock,  but together, we’ve created something truly special. We’re not just playing a game. We’re building a legacy.

Let’s keep flying high, DUCKS! The sky’s not the limit — it’s just the beginning.

700K Gold and Tag Restored After Reset Glitch — Thanks to 505!

Big thanks to 505 Games for their amazing support. The 700K gold you sent is more than enough for me to rebuild and push forward truly generous and appreciated! Also, thank you for restoring my tags, now sitting at 13K.

 

Guide to Receiving Compensation

 

Long story short, I contacted the 505 Games support team in June 2025. They confirmed that they couldn’t restore my old account but requested both my old game ID and new ID for compensation. Fortunately, I had saved my old ID and was able to provide it as a reference. In their email, they mentioned that they check every single message sent to them, and I truly appreciate their hard work.

 

 

Email discussion and also introduce of jpduck.blogspot.com 

Please find attached the email from Mr. Salep of the 505 Games Support team, along with my feedback.

I also wanted to share our blog, https://jpduck.blogspot.com, which I believe will be valuable to 505. It features game-related issues and insights from our co-leader, MISIO, as well as a collection of feedback from gamers globally.

 

I’m holding the line with a Level 8 Command Bunker, but 13K tags have unleashed a wave of CB-10 opponents in my enemy list. This isn’t just a tough ride,  it’s a full-on Die Hard Nakatomi Plaza showdown. The impossible odds are exactly what keep us sharp in Battle Islands! 😅

Save your game ID 

@Everyone: Your game ID is very important. Please write it down and keep it safe — you may need it someday. You can find your ID in the game Settings window, at the bottom of the screen.

Message to 505 Games Support Team

I want to sincerely thank the 505 Games support team for their outstanding customer service. Your dedication, patience, and attention to detail truly stand out, and I deeply appreciate the thoughtful gift you provided. It’s clear that you care about your players, and that makes a huge difference.

Wishing you continued success in your business, and I look forward to seeing more of the great games you create in the future. Keep up the amazing work!

 

Dog tags - tips on Farming supplies

In Battle Islands, dog tags are a key ranking and matchmaking currency earned through combat victories.

Here’s how dog tags work in the game:

• 🪖 Dog tags represent your combat success: You earn dog tags by winning attacks against other players. The amount gained depends on how decisive your victory is—typically ranging from 7 to 100 per win.
• ⚔️ Used for matchmaking: Your dog tag count, along with your command bunker level, determines which opponents you can attack or be attacked by. Players are matched within similar dog tag ranges to ensure fair competition. The more dog tags you earn, the greater the challenges you’ll face.
• 🏆 Collecting dog tags contributes to unlocking achievements such as “Tag Collector III,” which is awarded after accumulating 2,500 dog tags. Completing this milestone grants a reward of 450 gold.

Globally, many players believe that dog tags have little value and intentionally try to keep them as low as possible for an easy game. (If you're playing on Kindles, your dog tag count will be zero which can actually work to your advantage)

Today, I want to share a useful tip from my own experience one that might change how you think about dog tags. It’s all about adjusting your tags to fall within a range that lets you spot rich bases more easily. This is my personal strategy for farming supplies efficiently and building things up fast.

Previously, when my Command Bunker was at level 7 and my dog tags ranged from 3,700 to 3,900, I consistently saw enemy bases offering loot between 700,000 to 1,000,000 supplies.

After upgrading to Command Bunker level 8 while keeping my dog tags at 3,900, the enemy list mostly showed abandoned bases with only around 225,000 supplies, definitely not worth the effort.

However, when I lowered my dog tags to the range of 3,200 to 3,500, I started encountering richer bases again, with loot ranging from 500,000 to 1,400,000 supplies. That’s a solid reason to maintain my dog tags within that range for now.

Known Issues with Increasing Dog Tags

There’s also a known issue in the game: some senior players aim to raise their dog tags, but often get stuck at levels like 13,000 or 19,000. The problem is they can’t find strong bases with higher dog tags than their own, which limits progression.

Interestingly, @CandyHunter from DC3 shared that if you manage to push your dog tags above 30,000, you’ll start seeing enemies with even higher tags like 35,000 or even 50,000. It seems to break the usual matchmaking rules.

I saw a conflict on global chat yesterday where DOC complained that CandyHunter keeps raiding his base and draining his tags.

CandyHunter (Level 204 with 81K tags) is able to see and raid DOC (Level 355 with 104K tags). Although CandyHunter is a significantly lower level, he loots 60 tags per hit, while DOC only receives 12 tags for a retaliatory victory. This game logic is not fair and doesn't make sense to me given the level and tag disparity.

Proof in Pictures: Why You Can Trust What I Said"

So yes, dog tags are both a reflection of your battlefield strength and a key factor in determining your opponents. What should your dog tag level be? That’s entirely up to your strategy.

I can share some screenshots I captured from my game while playing at Command Bunker level 8 with around 3,200 dog tags. 

Thanks for reading 🦆🦆🦆!

DUCKS — Flying Together

It’s the weekend, and I want to take a moment to reflect and say thank you.

For the past three months, we’ve been flying together — playing, growing, and building something from almost zero. What started as a small squad has quickly become a powerful force. This is thanks not only to our own skill but to the incredible support from our 'heavy artillery' teammates who make it all possible.

This is DUCKS alliance 3 months ago

There’s an African proverb that says:

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

And that’s exactly what DUCKS is about. We’re not just flying,  we’re soaring as a team. We may face tough enemies, we may win or lose in the upcoming warfare, but whatever happens… it will be our story.

We might welcome even stronger friends into our flock ... or lose a pair of great wings. We might face challenges that test our wings. But together, we’ll keep flying.

Let’s make DUCKS a name that echoes across the global. Let’s grow it, shape it, and lift it together.

Wishing everyone good health and happiness especially to the @SP OO GE family. Thank you for being part of this journey. Wishing everyone all the best.

🦆 🦆 🦆

 

Weekend Vibes with DUCKS – Let’s Talk Flash Mobs!

Hey DUCKS! It’s the weekend, and I just had the most energizing start to my day thanks to two incredible performances that I couldn’t wait to share with you all.

First up: "Flash mobs" have you heard of them? They’re spontaneous public performances where a group suddenly assembles, performs, and disperses, often leaving behind a wave of joy and amazement. What makes them so fascinating is the teamwork: every individual plays a part, and together they create a unified, powerful sound. It’s like watching harmony in motion.

📹 Video 1

Flashmob Samba Teaser - Festival des 25 ans de Samba Résille 24 et 25 juin 2017

A thrilling percussion flash mob that explodes with rhythm and energy. Each beat feels like a heartbeat shared by the crowd—so alive, so connected!

📹 Video 2 

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Okay, This is not a flash mob but wow. Their studio performance is a masterclass in coordination and charm. Adorable, humorous, and perfectly in sync. It’s proof that when people collaborate with joy, magic happens.

These sounds somehow brought power to my morning and filled it with positivity. I hope they do the same for you.

Wishing everyone good health and a joyful weekend. Let’s keep playing as a team.

🦆🦆🦆