Clash Royale: Best Rune Giant Decks

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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 via a limited-time shop offer (until January 17th, 2025). After this date, it can only be obtained from chests or the in-game 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. While its tanking is comparable to an Ice Golem, its damage is less than half that of a Giant.

The Rune Giant's key strength lies in its unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants two nearby troops, granting them bonus damage with every third hit. This buffing ability makes it exceptionally potent in specific card combinations. Its low elixir cost (4) allows for easy cycling. Fast-attacking troops like the Dart Goblin maximize this effect, while slower troops can strategically utilize it.

The following video demonstrates a Hunter, buffed by the Rune Giant, swiftly eliminating a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower:

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However, the Rune Giant lacks the Hitpoints to function as a standalone 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

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 Goblin Giant decks often feature Sparky, this variant incorporates the Cannon Cart.

This beatdown deck boasts strong defense against various attack strategies. The Rune Giant buffs the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant (including Spear Goblins), maximizing damage output. The Elixir Collector fuels consistent pushes, supported by the Lumberjack and Rage spell. However, its air defense (Evo Bats) is weak against Lava Hound decks. This deck utilizes the Royal Chef Tower Troop.

Battle Ram 3M

This deck revitalizes the Three Musketeers, leveraging the Rune Giant for synergy.

Playing like a Pekka Bridge Spam strategy, the Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram maintain early pressure. The Elixir Collector builds an elixir advantage for the late game. The Three Musketeers are strategically deployed in Double Elixir time. The Rune Giant and Hunter form a powerful defensive combo, with Evo Zap supporting Battle Ram pushes. This deck utilizes the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

Hog EQ Firecracker

This meta-defining Hog Rider deck benefits significantly from the Rune Giant.

Gameplay mirrors the standard Hog EQ Firecracker, replacing Valkyrie or Mighty Miner with the Rune Giant. The Rune Giant's Enchant dramatically enhances the Firecracker's damage, creating a powerful defensive and offensive tool. The Earthquake provides substantial late-game tower damage. Evo Skeletons handle defensive needs. This deck utilizes the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

The Rune Giant introduces strategic depth to Clash Royale. Its buffing ability encourages experimentation with unique card combinations. These decks provide a starting point; adapt them to your playstyle for optimal results.