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The Rune Giant, the latest Epic Card in Clash Royale, is now available in the Jungle Arena (Arena 9). Players can grab one for free from 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.
Unlocking the Rune Giant is straightforward, but mastering it in battle requires a deep understanding of its capabilities and strategic deployment. In this guide, we'll explore the best Rune Giant decks to help you maximize its potential in Clash Royale.
Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview
The Rune Giant is an Epic card that focuses on enemy Towers and defensive buildings. At tournament standards, it boasts 2803 Hitpoints and a Medium movement speed, dealing 120 damage to buildings—considerably more than an Ice Golem but less than half of a Giant's damage.
The Rune Giant's unique feature is its Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants two nearby troops, boosting their damage on every third hit. This ability to enhance your troops makes the Rune Giant a formidable asset in specific deck compositions.
With a cost of just four elixirs, the Rune Giant is easy to cycle without depleting your elixir reserves. Pairing it with fast-firing units like the Dart Goblin can trigger the Enchant effect multiple times, while slower units can also benefit if used strategically.
Watch 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's Hitpoints aren't enough 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 your offensive pushes.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
Here are some top-performing decks in Clash Royale that leverage the Rune Giant effectively.
- Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
- Battle Ram 3M
- Hog EQ Firecracker
Let's dive into the details of these decks.
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
While the Goblin Giant Sparky is a well-known beatdown deck, the Goblin Giant Cannon Cart variant with the Rune Giant offers a fresh approach.
| 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 provides robust defense against various attack types, from cycle to siege decks, allowing you to build counter-pushes effectively. The Rune Giant buffs the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant, including the Spear Goblins on the back, enabling significant damage to enemy troops and towers.
Utilize the Elixir Collector to maintain a steady elixir flow, and leverage the Lumberjack and Rage spell for additional boosts to your Goblin Giant. However, be cautious against Lava Hound decks, as this deck lacks dedicated air defense beyond Evo Bats.
This deck uses the Royal Chef Tower Troop.
Battle Ram 3M
The Three Musketeers have seen a resurgence with the Rune Giant's introduction, offering a new twist on this high-cost, high-DPS troop.
| 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 functions similarly to a Pekka Bridge Spam, using Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram to apply early pressure. Use the Elixir Collector to build an elixir lead, and avoid deploying the Three Musketeers during the Single Elixir phase unless you can capitalize on your opponent's mistakes.
For defense, the Rune Giant and Hunter combo is key. The Rune Giant distracts enemy troops while the Hunter, enhanced by the Enchant buff, clears them out. Evo Zap is your only spell, aiding in securing Battle Ram connections on enemy towers.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
The Hog EQ Firecracker deck is currently the top-performing Hog Rider deck in the meta, and the Rune Giant has significantly enhanced its effectiveness.
| 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 plays similarly to the standard Hog EQ Firecracker, but with the Rune Giant replacing Valkyrie or Mighty Miner. The Enchant buff from the Rune Giant amplifies the Firecracker's damage, making it exceptionally powerful.
The synergy between Firecracker and Rune Giant is game-changing, allowing the Firecracker to deal massive damage with each pellet on its third hit. This can halt enemy pushes effectively if you time the Enchant shot correctly.
The Earthquake spell is crucial for late-game tower damage, especially if your Hog Rider struggles to break through defenses. Despite recent nerfs, Evo Skeletons remain a strong defensive option.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces new strategic layers to Clash Royale, enabling players to experiment with unique card combinations. The decks outlined here should give you a solid foundation for understanding the card's mechanics. However, don't hesitate to customize these decks to suit your personal playstyle and find the perfect synergy for your battles.
