Where to Spend Free Bricks and Free Deco in Last War

The massive "compensation" mail following the store overhaul has left many Last War players with a sudden surplus of Bricks and Universal Decoration boxes. While it feels like a windfall, these are finite resources. Since the developers have removed many of the direct-purchase shortcuts, how you spend these "free" items will determine your trajectory for the next several months.

 

The Brick Investment: Why Taylor is Non-Negotiable

Most players are tempted to dump Bricks into Gear Blueprints or Drone components for an immediate boost. While those are important, they are one-time gains. Investing in the survivor Taylor is a compounding gain.

Why Taylor Matters:

Taylor's value lies in her "Adventurer Chests" triggered by Radar tasks.

• At 3 Stars: You get basic resource chests that provide a steady flow of Gold and EXP.
• At 4 Stars: You unlock the Deluxe Adventurer Chest. This is the game-changer. It adds high-tier Stamina recovery and rare shards to your daily income.

If you are F2P or a low spender, Taylor is one of the most consistent passive income sources available to you. Spend your Bricks to clear her shards in the VIP shop first. Every day you delay Taylor is a day of lost Stamina and Gold.

Universal Decoration Boxes: The "1% Rule"

Decorations in Last War aren't just for show—they are one of the few places to get Damage Reduction (DR), the most important stat in endgame PVP.

The Upgrade Path:

Many players make the mistake of trying to max out one decoration to Level 10. This is inefficient.

The Level 3 Milestone: Most decorations provide a 1% Damage Reduction boost once they hit Level 3. The cost-to-benefit ratio at Level 3 is the best in the game.

Priority Order:

• Damage Reduction: Focus on these first. DR is a "flat" reduction that becomes more effective the stronger your opponent is.
• Skill Boost: Once your DR is stabilized, look for Skill Boost deos to increase your hero's output.
• Critical Damage: The final priority for offensive squads.

What to Avoid: Construction Speed and Research Speed decorations. While they sound helpful, they eventually hit a point of "diminishing returns" where the 1% or 2% time save only equates to a few minutes on a multi-day build. Combat stats, however, never expire.

Exclusive Weapons: The Level 30 "Golden Threshold"

The 200 free shards you received should be handled with surgical precision.

• The Goal: Reach Level 30. This level usually unlocks a significant mechanic or a massive percentage-based stat buff for your hero (like Kimberly or Stetmann).
• The Pitfall: Pushing a weapon to Level 40 or 50 as a F2P player is a trap. The shard cost triples, but the power gain is incremental.
• The Strategy: Use your shards to get your First Squad (T1) heroes to Level 30. Once they are all at 30, stop. Save your remaining shards for your Tier 2 (T2) heroes to ensure your second march is viable for Alliance Duels and 3v3 Arena.

Avoid These Common Mistakes

• Buying Drone Parts with Bricks Early: Unless you are literally 10 parts away from a major level-up (e.g., Level 100), don't use Bricks here. Drone parts are still available in the Wandering Merchant and through daily tasks.
• Hoarding Bricks for "Nothing": While saving is good, the current Brick Shop value is high because of the recent compensation. Use them to secure Taylor and Blueprints now, as the shop inventory may shift in future updates.
• Ignoring the Wandering Merchant: Now that pop-up packs are gone, the Merchant is your best friend. He often sells items for a lower "Brick equivalent" than the main store.

FAQ

Q: I already have Taylor at 4 stars, where do I go next?

A: Gear Blueprints. Maintaining a full set of Level 40+ gear on your main squad is the next major hurdle after survivors.

Q: Is the Super Skyscraper worth it for the Bricks?

A: Generally, no. Unless you are rushing HQ 30 and have zero construction speed buffs, your Bricks are better spent on Taylor or Combat Decorations.

Q: Can I use Universal Deco boxes on any item?

A: Yes, but check the "Attributes" tab first. Only use them on decorations that provide Damage Reduction until you have none left to upgrade.
The new era of Last War rewards the patient and the strategic. If you do want to accelerate a specific milestone — whether that's hitting Taylor's 4th star or locking in that Level 30 weapon — visit LDShop and use code HOYOMAR for the best deals on the remaining high-value passes and store items!