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The Rune Giant is Clash Royale's newest Epic card, unlocked in the Jungle Arena (Arena 9). A free Rune Giant is available in the in-game shop until January 17th, 2025; after this date, it can only be obtained from chests or the shop.
Mastering the Rune Giant requires understanding its strategic value. This guide showcases effective Rune Giant decks to maximize its potential.
Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview
The Rune Giant, an Epic card, targets enemy towers and defensive structures. 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 strength lies not in tanking, but in its unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants two nearby troops, boosting their damage output with every third hit. This buffing ability makes it incredibly powerful in specific deck combinations.
Costing only four elixirs, it's easily cycled without excessive elixir drain. Fast-attacking troops like the Dart Goblin maximize its effect, while slower units can strategically utilize the Enchant buff.
Observe how a Hunter, empowered by the Rune Giant's Enchant, swiftly eliminates a Lava Hound before it reaches the tower: [Insert video link or description of the video here].
Unlike the Golem, the Rune Giant isn't a standalone win condition. It excels as a support troop, distracting enemies and absorbing tower hits while supporting other units during a push.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
These Clash Royale decks effectively integrate the Rune Giant:
- Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
- Battle Ram 3M
- Hog EQ Firecracker
Details on each deck follow:
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
While Goblin Giant decks often feature Sparky, this variant uses the Cannon Cart, creating a robust beatdown strategy.
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This deck offers strong defense against various attack styles. The Rune Giant buffs the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant (including Spear Goblins), maximizing damage output. The Elixir Collector fuels consistent pushes, while the Lumberjack and Rage provide additional 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, leveraging the Rune Giant's support.
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Early game pressure comes from the Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram. The Elixir Collector builds an elixir advantage for the Double Elixir phase. The Three Musketeers are strategically deployed. Defense relies on the Rune Giant and Hunter combo, with 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 dramatically boosts Firecracker damage. The Earthquake provides late-game tower damage. Evo Skeletons handle defense. This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces new strategic depth to Clash Royale. Its unique buffing ability encourages experimentation. These decks offer a starting point; personalize them to match your playstyle.
