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The Rune Giant, the latest Epic Card to grace the arenas of Clash Royale, is unlocked at the Jungle Arena (Arena 9). Players can snag one for free at the shop as part of the Rune Giant Launch offer, available until January 17th, 2025. After this date, the only way to obtain it will be through chests or the in-game shop.
Unlocking the Rune Giant is straightforward, but mastering its use to win games requires a deep understanding of its capabilities and strategic integration into your deck. This guide will introduce you to some of the best Rune Giant decks to experiment with after unlocking this exciting new card.
Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview
The Rune Giant is an Epic card in Clash Royale that primarily targets 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 roughly half the damage of a Giant.
What truly distinguishes the Rune Giant is its unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants two nearby troops, enabling them to deal bonus damage every third hit. This ability to enhance your troops makes the Rune Giant a formidable asset in specific card combinations.
Moreover, the card's low cost of four elixirs allows for easy cycling without depleting your elixir reserves. Pairing it with fast-firing troops like the Dart Goblin can trigger the Enchant effect multiple times, while slower attackers 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:
While the Rune Giant's Hitpoints aren't sufficient to serve as a primary win condition like the Golem, it excels as a support troop that can distract enemy units and absorb a few tower hits during a push.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
Here are some of the top decks in Clash Royale that leverage the Rune Giant effectively.
- Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
- Battle Ram 3M
- Hog EQ Firecracker
Detailed information on these decks follows.
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
While the Goblin Giant and Sparky combo is a well-known beatdown strategy, integrating the Rune Giant with the Cannon Cart offers a fresh twist.
| 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, despite its beatdown nature, boasts a robust defense capable of countering various attack styles, from cycle to siege decks. The Rune Giant primarily buffs the Cannon Cart and the Goblin Giant, including the Spear Goblins on its back, amplifying their damage output. The Cannon Cart's resilience makes it a potent threat to enemy troops and towers when connected.
The inclusion of an Elixir Collector is crucial; aim to deploy as many as possible. With the Lumberjack and Rage spell, you have additional ways to enhance your Goblin Giant. 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
The Three Musketeers have not been a meta card for some time due to their high cost and susceptibility to Fireball counters. However, the Rune Giant has revitalized this deck, offering new strategic possibilities.
| 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, utilizing three Bridge Spam cards: Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram. Apply early pressure with these cards to force your opponent to spend elixir on defense.
Use the Elixir Collector to build an elixir lead, especially during the Double Elixir phase. Avoid deploying the Three Musketeers in the Single Elixir stage unless you can capitalize on your opponent's mistake.
For defense, the Rune Giant and Hunter combo is key. The Rune Giant distracts and tanks while the Hunter, boosted by the Enchant effect, clears enemy troops. Your only spell, Evo Zap, aids in securing Battle Ram connections on the enemy tower.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
The Hog EQ Firecracker deck is currently the strongest Hog Rider deck in the meta, and the addition of the Rune Giant has significantly boosted its performance on the Clash Royale leaderboard, making it a well-rounded choice for reaching Ultimate Champion.
| 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 its standard counterpart, with the Rune Giant replacing the Valkyrie or Mighty Miner. The Enchant buff from the Rune Giant elevates the Firecracker's damage output, making it exceptionally effective. The synergy between the Firecracker and Rune Giant is powerful, allowing the Firecracker to deal massive damage with every third hit, effectively halting enemy pushes.
The Earthquake spell is crucial for late-game tower damage, especially if the Hog Rider struggles to break through defenses. Despite recent nerfs, Evo Skeletons remain a top choice for defensive needs.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces a new strategic layer to Clash Royale, enabling players to experiment with unique card combinations. The decks outlined here should give you a solid foundation for understanding how the card functions. However, don't hesitate to personalize your deck to find a combination that suits your playstyle perfectly.
