Dark War Survival Migration Guide: Best States & Passes!

What’s up, fellow survivors!

Are you currently trapped in a completely dead kingdom, or just tired of getting zeroed at 3 AM by a toxic whale dictator? We’ve all been there, and it absolutely sucks. When the server migration event opens, you can't just pack your bags blindly. If you want your state transfer to actually succeed without losing your mind (or your wallet), you need a bulletproof game plan. In this Dark War Survival migration guide, we are breaking down the exact CP calculation math, the hidden migration pass requirements, and the best scouting strategies to find a server that actually matches your playstyle. Here is your exact escape plan.

Your Real CP: The Price Tag

Before you even look at other states, you need to know your "price tag." The game locks your migration score during Phase 1, and trying to cheese the system won't work.

CP Locking Period Mechanics

• The Golden Formula: Your migration score is strictly calculated as: $$ \text{Migration Score} = \text{Building CP} + \text{Tech CP} + \text{Hero/Gear CP} + \text{Vehicle CP} $$
• Troops Don't Count: Good news! Your troop CP is completely ignored. You don't need to kill off your army or throw them into the meat grinder just to migrate.
• Resetting is Useless: Stripping your heroes' gear or unbinding vehicles right before the jump does absolutely nothing. The system catches it.
• Hold Your Upgrades: If you are trying to stay under a certain tier, freeze all big tech and HQ upgrades at least a week before Phase 1 drops.

 

Pass Tiers and Cost Breakdown

How many migration passes do you actually need? It all depends on your locked tier.

Tier	Pass Cost	Alliance Coins	Admission Rule
Regular Tier (Gray)	5	375k	Pure speed test in Phase 3
Medium Tier	10	750k	Requires President approval
Advanced Tier	20	1.5M	Strict cap per state
Elite Tier	40	3M	Reserved for mega-whales

💡 Pro Tip: Grab your 1 weekly pass from the Alliance Shop for 75k coins. Start hoarding early so you don't have to whale out on expensive cash packs at the last minute!

 

Master the 3 Migration Phases

Migration is a tactical timeline. Miss a window, and you are stuck for another season.

Phase 1: The Scout & Diplomacy Period

• Check your system mail to see your assigned server cluster.
• Look at the available slots in your target states.
• If you are Medium tier or higher, hit up Discord now to interview with target presidents.

Phase 2: The Invitation Window

• This is the VIP hour for Medium, Advanced, and Elite players.
• Target presidents will send out direct invites based on their slots.
• You only have 24 hours to accept. If you snooze, you lose.

Phase 3: The Free Migration Mad Dash

• Only open to the Regular (Gray) tier players.
• No president approval needed, but it's a pure speed test.
• The Reality Check: Hot, well-managed states fill up their free slots within the first 5 to 10 minutes. Set an alarm and be ready.

How to Choose Your Next State

Don't jump from one burning house into another. Pick a state that matches your playstyle and spending level.

Whales: Look for the "Balanced Medium" States

• Avoid Mega-Dominant States: If a state already has four or five massive whales, you won't get a turn as President, and you will fight over high-end raid loot.
• Be a Big Fish in a Medium Pond: Look for organized states ranked 5th to 10th that lack a heavy hitter. They will gladly give you a seat at the leadership table in exchange for your muscle during cross-server wars.

Mid-Tier Spenders: Find the "Council-Led" States

• Spot the Red Flags: Check the world chat. If one alliance is throwing tantrums or civil wars are constant, stay away.
• Look for Shared Rotation: Aim for states where the top 3 alliances rotate the Presidency and share buffs.
• Secure a Spot Early: Message their leadership on Discord before jumping to guarantee an active main alliance slot, not a dead academy guild.

F2P & Casuals: Go for the "Chill Farm" States

• Skip the Top 3 Powerhouses: High-tier states have brutal daily activity requirements. If you don't grind every event, they will boot you.
• Pick Cozy, Unfilled States: Go for states that still have tons of open slots at the end of Phase 2. Join a lively tier-2 alliance where you can farm in peace and still get decent alliance chest rewards.

 

Pre-Flight Checklist: Avoid the 20-Min Penalty

If you mess up any of these rules and get rejected, the game slaps you with a 20-minute cooldown timer. Double-check everything before clicking buy.

• Your Headquarters must be Level 21 or higher.
• All APCs and Marching Queues must be recalled and completely idle inside your base.
• You must completely leave your current alliance.
• You cannot be the current State President.
• Resource Cap Warning: Make sure your open, unprotected resources do not exceed your warehouse storage limit. Any excess loose resources will be permanently lost during the jump!

 

Conclusion

That's pretty much everything you need to know to survive the migration. Stop wasting time in a toxic state while everyone else is growing.

Need extra passes fast but hate whale prices? Hit up LDshop for cheap and instant top-ups.

Secure your slot, set your alarms, and see you in the next war!