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Rune Giant, the latest Epic Card in Clash Royale, is unlocked at the Jungle Arena (Arena 9). You can claim one for free at the shop as part of the Rune Giant Launch offer, available until January 17th, 2025. After this date, the card can only be obtained through chests or the in-game shop.
Mastering the Rune Giant requires understanding its role in your deck and how best to use it. In this guide, we'll explore some of the top Rune Giant decks to try out after unlocking this new card.
Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview
The Rune Giant is an Epic card in Clash Royale that targets enemy Towers and defensive buildings. At tournament standards, it boasts 2803 Hitpoints and a Medium movement speed, dealing 120 damage to buildings. This damage is higher than an Ice Golem but less than half that of a Giant.
What makes the Rune Giant stand out is its unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants the two closest troops, enabling them to deal bonus damage every third hit. This ability to enhance other troops makes the Rune Giant exceptionally powerful in specific card combinations.
Costing only four elixirs, the Rune Giant is easy to cycle without draining your elixir reserves. Fast-firing troops like the Dart Goblin can trigger the Enchant effect multiple times, while slower attackers can benefit strategically.
Check out this clip of a Hunter taking down a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower, thanks to the Rune Giant's buff:
Although the Rune Giant doesn't have enough Hitpoints to serve as a primary win condition like the Golem, it excels as a support troop that can distract enemy units and absorb some tower hits during a push.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
Here are some of the best decks in Clash Royale that leverage the Rune Giant effectively.
- Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
- Battle Ram 3M
- Hog EQ Firecracker
You'll find more detailed information about these decks below.
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
While the Goblin Giant Sparky combo is a known beatdown deck, pairing the Goblin Giant with the Rune Giant and Cannon Cart creates a formidable variant.
| 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 is strong in both offense and defense, capable of countering various playstyles. The Rune Giant buffs both the Cannon Cart and the Goblin Giant, including its Spear Goblins, for significant damage output. The Elixir Collector is crucial for maintaining elixir advantage, while Lumberjack and Rage provide additional boosts. However, it struggles against air-based decks like Lava Hound due to limited air defense options.
This deck uses the Royal Chef Tower Troop.
Battle Ram 3M
Though the Three Musketeers have fallen out of the meta, the Rune Giant has breathed new life into this deck.
| 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 |
This deck plays like a Pekka Bridge Spam, utilizing Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram to apply early pressure. The Elixir Collector helps gain an elixir lead, which becomes crucial in the Double Elixir stage. Avoid using Three Musketeers in the Single Elixir phase unless advantageous. The Rune Giant and Hunter combo provides strong defense, with Evo Zap aiding Battle Ram connections.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
Currently, the Hog EQ Firecracker is one of the strongest Hog Rider decks, and the Rune Giant has enhanced its performance significantly.
| 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 |
This deck operates similarly to the standard version but replaces Valkyrie or Mighty Miner with the Rune Giant. The Enchant buff significantly boosts the Firecracker's damage, making it a potent counter to enemy pushes. Earthquake adds substantial tower damage in late game scenarios, while Evo Skeletons handle defense despite recent nerfs.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces new strategic possibilities in Clash Royale, allowing players to experiment with unique card combinations. The decks we've highlighted provide a solid foundation for understanding how to use the Rune Giant effectively. However, feel free to tweak these decks to suit your playstyle and preferences.
