I don't play at 130%. And I don't play at 160%, so I can't contribute to the conversation.
However, I did set up 200% Ifrits on the first week. It's not always that difficult, especially if you don't build a town hall...
He probably didn't fully understand what he said, or he just hasn't tried it himself (maybe his skill level doesn't allow it yet). Of course, it's possible to build a lot of Ifrits in the first week, but learning Armageddon in the first week is unlikely... (he really liked this example about the first week), but later on, it's a significant advantage in tactics :)
It's a shame that not many people can use this tactic...