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# Defend
At the beginning, **in the early versions of the game**, **village defenses will be automatic in the sense that if the user is disconnected at the moment of an attack**, t**hese defenses will protect the village. This implies that the village can be attacked even if the player is absent at that moment.**
For the player, **it's recommended to upgrade village defenses and walls**, as this is a secure way to ensure progress in the game. **If these defenses weaken, it's highly probable that another player will siege and attack the village more easily when it's more vulnerable.**
After being attacked by another player**, ****a temporary protection will be obtained to prevent similar attacks.** This defense will be provisional and will have a specific duration, depending on the damage received in the village.
**Once online for four consecutive hours, the game will disconnect for fifteen minutes.** During this time, while playing, **attacks cannot be received.** Therefore, it will automatically disconnect to allow the village to be attacked, maintaining the game's dynamics.
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