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The Rune Giant, a new Epic card in Clash Royale, is unlocked in the Jungle Arena (Arena 9). A free Rune Giant is available in the shop for a limited time (until January 17th, 2025), after which it can only be obtained from chests or the shop. This guide explores the Rune Giant's capabilities and presents effective deck strategies.
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 – more than an Ice Golem but less than a Giant.
Its key feature isn't its tankiness, but its Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants two nearby troops, granting them bonus damage on every third hit. This buffing ability makes it potent in specific deck combinations.
Costing only four elixirs, the Rune Giant is easily cycled. Fast-attacking troops like the Dart Goblin maximize the Enchant effect, while slower troops can strategically utilize it. The following video showcases a Hunter eliminating a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower, thanks to the Rune Giant's buff: [Insert Video Link Here - This would be where a video link would go if one were provided in the original text].
However, the Rune Giant lacks the Hitpoints to be a primary win condition like the Golem. It excels as a support troop, distracting enemies and absorbing tower hits while supporting other units during pushes.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
These Clash Royale decks effectively utilize the Rune Giant:
- 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 strong, this variant incorporating the Cannon Cart offers a compelling Rune Giant strategy.
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This beatdown deck boasts strong defense against various attack styles. The Rune Giant buffs the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant (including the Spear Goblins), maximizing damage output. The Elixir Collector fuels consistent pushes, while the Lumberjack and Rage provide additional Goblin Giant support. However, its lack of air defense makes it vulnerable to Lava Hound decks. This deck utilizes the Royal Chef Tower Troop.
Battle Ram 3M
This deck reimagines the Three Musketeers, playing more like a Pekka Bridge Spam strategy.
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The Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram create early pressure, while the Elixir Collector builds an elixir advantage. The Three Musketeers are strategically deployed in the Double Elixir phase. Defense relies on the Rune Giant and Hunter combo, with the Evo Zap supporting Battle Ram pushes. This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
A top-tier Hog Rider deck enhanced by the Rune Giant.
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Gameplay mirrors the standard Hog EQ Firecracker, replacing Valkyrie or Mighty Miner with the Rune Giant. The Rune Giant's Enchant significantly boosts the Firecracker's damage. The Earthquake provides late-game tower damage, and Evo Skeletons handle defense. This deck utilizes the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces exciting strategic depth to Clash Royale. Its buffing ability encourages experimentation with unique card combinations. These decks provide a starting point; personalize them to find your optimal playstyle.
