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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 in the shop as part of a limited-time launch offer (until January 17th, 2025). After this date, it can only be obtained through chests or the in-game shop.
This guide explores the Rune Giant's strategic use and presents several effective deck compositions.
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 damage is less than a Giant's, it surpasses that of an Ice Golem.
The Rune Giant's unique strength lies in its Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants two nearby troops, granting them bonus damage with every third hit. This buffing ability makes it potent in specific card combinations.
Costing only four elixirs, the Rune Giant is easily cycled. Fast-attacking troops like the Dart Goblin maximize its Enchant effect, while slower troops can strategically utilize it. The following video showcases a Hunter, buffed by the Rune Giant, swiftly eliminating a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower.
However, the Rune Giant lacks the Hitpoints to function as a sole win condition like the Golem. It's best utilized as a support troop, distracting enemies and absorbing tower hits while other units attack.
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
Details on each deck follow.
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
While the Goblin Giant Sparky deck remains viable, this variant incorporating the Cannon Cart offers a compelling alternative for Rune Giant users.
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This beatdown deck boasts strong defense against various attack strategies. The Rune Giant effectively buffs both the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant (including the Spear Goblins). The Cannon Cart's durability allows for significant damage to troops and towers. The Elixir Collector is crucial for maintaining an elixir advantage. However, its lack of air defense makes it vulnerable to Lava Hound decks. This deck utilizes the Royal Chef Tower Troop.
Battle Ram 3M
The Three Musketeers, while expensive, become surprisingly effective with the Rune Giant. This deck plays similarly to a Pekka Bridge Spam strategy.
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Early game pressure is maintained using the Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram. The Elixir Collector secures an elixir advantage for the Double Elixir phase. The Three Musketeers are strategically deployed. Defense relies on the Rune Giant and Hunter combination, with the Evo Zap supporting Battle Ram pushes. This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
The Hog EQ Firecracker deck, already a top Hog Rider deck, benefits significantly from the Rune Giant.
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Gameplay remains similar to the standard version, but the Rune Giant replaces the Valkyrie or Mighty Miner. The Rune Giant's Enchant significantly enhances the Firecracker's damage output. The Earthquake provides substantial tower damage in the late game. Evo Skeletons offer effective defense. This deck utilizes the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces a new strategic dimension to Clash Royale, fostering creative card combinations. These decks offer a starting point; experimentation and personalization are key to finding your optimal playstyle.
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