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The Rune Giant, a new Epic card in Clash Royale, shakes up the arena! Unlocked in the Jungle Arena (Arena 9), players can grab one free during the launch offer (until January 17th, 2025). After that, it's chests or the shop. Mastering this card is key to victory, so let's dive into its strengths and some top-performing decks.
Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview
The Rune Giant is an Epic card targeting enemy Towers and buildings. At tournament level, it boasts 2803 Hitpoints and medium movement speed, dealing 120 damage to buildings—more than an Ice Golem, but less than a Giant.
Its real power lies in its unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants two nearby troops, boosting their damage output on every third hit. This buffing ability makes it incredibly potent in specific deck combinations.
Costing only four elixir, it cycles easily without draining your resources. Fast-attacking troops like Dart Goblins maximize its effect, while slower attackers can still benefit with strategic placement. Imagine a Hunter obliterating a Lava Hound before it reaches your tower, thanks to the Rune Giant's buff—that's the power we're talking about!
However, unlike the Golem, the Rune Giant lacks the Hitpoints to be a solo win condition. It excels as a support troop, distracting enemies and absorbing tower hits while your other units deal the damage.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
Let's explore some winning decks featuring the Rune Giant:
- Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
- Battle Ram 3M
- Hog EQ Firecracker
Details on each deck follow below.
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
While Goblin Giant often pairs with Sparky, this variant uses the Cannon Cart for a powerful beatdown strategy with surprisingly strong defense.
This deck’s defense handles various attacks, from cycle decks to siege strategies. Focus on buffing the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant (including the Spear Goblins) with the Rune Giant. The Cannon Cart's durability allows for significant tower damage. The Elixir Collector is crucial; use the Lumberjack and Rage to further boost your Goblin Giant. However, its lack of air defense makes Lava Hound decks a challenge. This deck uses the Royal Chef Tower Troop.
Battle Ram 3M
The Three Musketeers, once meta, are revitalized with the Rune Giant. This deck plays like Pekka Bridge Spam.
Early game pressure comes from the Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram. Use the Elixir Collector to build an elixir advantage for the Double Elixir stage. Hold the Three Musketeers unless your opponent makes a critical error. The Rune Giant and Hunter form your main defense, with the Hunter cleaning up thanks to the Enchant buff. Evo Zap supports Battle Ram connections. This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
A top-tier Hog Rider deck gets even stronger with the Rune Giant, replacing the Valkyrie or Mighty Miner.
Gameplay remains similar to the standard Hog EQ Firecracker, but the Rune Giant's Enchant makes the Firecracker devastating. The Earthquake delivers massive late-game tower damage. Evo Skeletons provide solid defense. This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces exciting strategic depth to Clash Royale. Experiment with these decks, but remember to personalize them to match your playstyle.
