Rune Giant Decks Dominate Clash Royale Meta

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The Rune Giant, a new Epic card in Clash Royale, is unlocked at the Jungle Arena (Arena 9). A free Rune Giant is available via a launch offer until January 17th, 2025; after this date, it can only be obtained from chests or the in-game shop. This guide explores the Rune Giant's capabilities and presents effective deck strategies.

Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview

The Rune Giant is an Epic card targeting enemy Towers and defensive buildings. At tournament level, it boasts 2803 Hitpoints and medium movement speed, dealing 120 damage to buildings. While its tanking isn't exceptional, its unique enchantment ability sets it apart.

Upon deployment, the Rune Giant enhances two nearby troops, granting them bonus damage with every third hit. This buffing capability makes it exceptionally potent in specific deck combinations. Its low elixir cost (four) allows for easy cycling. Fast-attacking troops like the Dart Goblin maximize its effect, while slower-attacking units can also leverage it strategically.

Observe a Hunter utilizing the Rune Giant's buff to eliminate a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower: [Insert Video/Gif Here - Adapt to actual media if available].

Unlike the Golem, the Rune Giant isn't a standalone win condition. It excels as a support troop, distracting enemies and absorbing tower hits while supporting other units during pushes.

Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale

Here are some top-performing Rune Giant decks:

• Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
• Battle Ram 3M
• Hog EQ Firecracker

Detailed deck breakdowns follow.

Goblin Giant Cannon Cart

While Goblin Giant decks often feature Sparky, this variation incorporates the Cannon Cart, creating a strong beatdown strategy with robust defense.

Card Name Elixir Cost Evo Goblin Giant 6 Evo Bats 2 Rage 2 Arrows 3 Rune Giant 4 Lumberjack 4 Cannon Cart 5 Elixir Collector 6

This deck effectively counters cycle and siege decks. The Rune Giant buffs the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant (including Spear Goblins), maximizing damage output. The Elixir Collector fuels consistent pushes, while the Lumberjack and Rage provide additional offensive boosts. However, its lack of dedicated air defense makes it vulnerable to Lava Hound strategies. This deck utilizes the Royal Chef Tower Troop.

Battle Ram 3M

This Three Musketeers deck plays similarly to Pekka Bridge Spam, leveraging the Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram for early pressure.

Card Name Elixir Cost Evo Zap 2 Evo Battle Ram 4 Bandit 3 Royal Ghost 3 Hunter 4 Rune Giant 4 Elixir Collector 6 Three Musketeers 9

The Elixir Collector builds an elixir advantage for the late game. The Three Musketeers are primarily used in the Double Elixir phase. Defense relies on the Rune Giant and Hunter combo, with the Evo Zap supporting Battle Ram pushes. This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

Hog EQ Firecracker

A top-tier Hog Rider deck enhanced by the Rune Giant, replacing Valkyrie or Mighty Miner.

Card Name Elixir Cost Evo Skeletons 1 Evo Firecracker 3 Ice Spirit 1 The Log 2 Earthquake 3 Cannon 3 Rune Giant 4 Hog Rider 4

The Rune Giant's enchantment significantly boosts Firecracker damage. The Earthquake provides substantial late-game tower damage. Evo Skeletons handle defense effectively. This deck utilizes the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

The Rune Giant introduces strategic depth to Clash Royale. Its buffing ability encourages experimentation. These decks offer starting points; personalize them to optimize your gameplay.