Yes you can drop arenas by losing ladder battles or quitting during matches to lower your trophy count.
But Supercell penalizes intentional dropping and it may result in soft bans or reduced chest rewards.
Some players drop to reach easier competition or specific card unlocks earlier.
This strategy trades fair matchmaking for frequent wins in low trophy pools.
Be aware that dropping too far can ruin chest cycle and slow progress long term.
A smart player balances window drop and climb to maximize rewards.
It’s also risky when clans require high arena achievements for invites.