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The Rune Giant, Clash Royale's latest Epic Card, has made its grand entrance into the Jungle Arena (Arena 9). Players can snag one for free at the shop through the Rune Giant Launch offer, available until January 17th, 2025. After that, you'll need to rely on chests or the in-game shop to add this powerhouse to your collection.
Unlocking the Rune Giant is just the beginning; mastering its use in your deck is where the real challenge lies. We're here to help you navigate this new addition with a detailed guide on some of the best Rune Giant decks to try out in Clash Royale.
Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview
The Rune Giant is an Epic card that zeroes in on enemy Towers and defensive buildings. At tournament standards, it boasts 2803 Hitpoints and a Medium movement speed, dealing 120 damage to buildings—outpacing an Ice Golem but falling short of a Giant's might.
What truly distinguishes the Rune Giant is its Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants two nearby troops, boosting their damage every third hit. This unique ability to amplify your troops' power makes the Rune Giant a formidable force in strategic card combinations.
With a cost of just four elixirs, the Rune Giant is easy to cycle without draining your elixir reserves. Pair it with fast-firing troops like the Dart Goblin to trigger the Enchant effect multiple times, or use it with slower attackers to maximize its impact.
Watch this clip of a Hunter taking down a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower, thanks to the Rune Giant's buff:
While the Rune Giant isn't robust enough to serve as a primary win condition like the Golem, it excels as a support troop that can distract enemies and absorb tower hits during your push.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
Here are some top-tier decks in Clash Royale that leverage the Rune Giant's unique abilities.
- Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
- Battle Ram 3M
- Hog EQ Firecracker
Dive deeper into these decks below.
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
While the Goblin Giant Sparky combo remains a strong beatdown option, the Goblin Giant Cannon Cart deck offers a fresh take when incorporating the Rune Giant.
| 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 combines solid defense with powerful counter-pushes, capable of handling various attack styles. The Rune Giant buffs the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant, including the Spear Goblins on its back, amplifying their damage output. The Elixir Collector is key to maintaining elixir advantage, while the Lumberjack and Rage provide additional boosts. However, the deck's lack of air defense, aside from Evo Bats, makes it vulnerable to Lava Hound decks.
This deck uses the Royal Chef Tower Troop.
Battle Ram 3M
Though the Three Musketeers have fallen out of the meta, the Rune Giant breathes new life into this classic 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 functions similarly to a Pekka Bridge Spam, using Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram to apply early pressure. The Elixir Collector helps build an elixir lead, crucial for the Double Elixir phase. Avoid deploying the Three Musketeers during the Single Elixir stage unless you can capitalize on your opponent's mistakes.
For defense, the Rune Giant and Hunter combo is lethal, with the Rune Giant tanking and the Hunter dealing enhanced damage thanks to the Enchant buff. Evo Zap supports your Battle Ram's push on the enemy tower.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
Currently, the Hog EQ Firecracker is the top Hog Rider deck in the meta, and the Rune Giant has significantly boosted its performance.
| 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 its traditional counterpart, with the Rune Giant replacing the Valkyrie or Mighty Miner. The synergy between the Rune Giant and Firecracker is game-changing, allowing the Firecracker to deal massive damage with every third hit. The Earthquake spell aids in late-game tower damage, while Evo Skeletons handle defensive duties despite recent nerfs.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces a new strategic layer to Clash Royale, encouraging players to experiment with unique card combinations. The decks we've highlighted should give you a solid foundation to understand the card's potential. Don't hesitate to customize these decks to suit your playstyle and find the perfect synergy for your battles.
