
When Troops move up, the Mortar shot is likely to hit Zookas in the back which can ruin an attack.

At lower levels, Warriors can also outheal the damage dealt by even two or three Mortars of equal level. They move fast enough that they can easily avoid Mortar shells. Mortars are very weak against Warriors, as the Warriors are melee troops and can attack from within its blindspot, rendering it useless.The Mortar is very effective against massed infantry, so be careful of them when using Riflemen or Zookas. A few Artillery shells from the Gunboat will make short work of it, allowing Riflemen and Zookas to have an easier time destroying the base.However, it fires slowly and its shells take a few seconds to land.

The Mortar fires explosive shells with an arc over a moderate range that explode on impact, dealing heavy splash damage.The Mortar is the second defense, and the first splash damage defense, unlocked in the game.Mortar shells explode and deal damage to all troops in the area of effect." "The Mortar is an artillery piece that is effective at medium to long range, but can't target enemies right next to it.
