Dominating Clash Royale: Top Rune Giant Decks

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The Rune Giant, a new Epic card in Clash Royale, has arrived! Unlocked in the Jungle Arena (Arena 9), players can currently grab one for free from the shop as part of a limited-time launch offer (until January 17th, 2025). After that, it’s back to chests and the in-game shop for acquisition.

While obtaining the Rune Giant is easy, mastering its use in battle requires understanding its strengths and optimal deck combinations. This guide explores some of the best Rune Giant decks to try.

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.

However, its real power lies not in its tankiness, but its unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, the Rune Giant enchants two nearby troops, granting them bonus damage with every third hit. This buffing ability makes it incredibly potent in specific deck synergies.

Costing only four elixir, the Rune Giant is easily cycled without excessive elixir drain. Fast-attacking troops like the Dart Goblin maximize the Enchant effect, while slower troops can strategically utilize it as well. The video below shows a Hunter, empowered by the Rune Giant's Enchant, swiftly eliminating a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower.

Despite its strengths, the Rune Giant lacks the Hitpoints to be a solo win condition like the Golem. It excels as a supportive buffer, distracting enemies and absorbing tower hits while your other units attack.

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 the Goblin Giant Sparky deck remains strong, this variant incorporating the Cannon Cart offers exciting new possibilities with the Rune Giant.

Card NameElixir CostEvo Goblin Giant6Evo Bats2Rage2Arrows3Rune Giant4Lumberjack4Cannon Cart5Elixir Collector6

This beatdown deck boasts surprisingly robust defense against various attack styles. The Rune Giant effectively buffs both the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant (including the Spear Goblins). The Cannon Cart's durability allows for significant damage output against troops and towers. The Elixir Collector, combined with the Lumberjack and Rage spell, provides additional offensive boosts. However, its lack of dedicated air defense makes it vulnerable to Lava Hound decks. This deck utilizes the Royal Chef Tower Troop.

Battle Ram 3M

The Three Musketeers, while not currently meta, find renewed viability with the Rune Giant. This deck plays similarly to a Pekka Bridge Spam strategy.

Card NameElixir CostEvo Zap2Evo Battle Ram4Bandit3Royal Ghost3Hunter4Rune Giant4Elixir Collector6Three Musketeers9

Early game pressure is maintained with the Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram. The Elixir Collector builds an elixir advantage for the late game. The Three Musketeers are strategically deployed during Double Elixir time. Defense relies on the Rune Giant and Hunter combo, with the Rune Giant tanking while the Hunter cleans up, enhanced by the Enchant buff. Evo Zap supports Battle Ram pushes. This deck utilizes the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

Hog EQ Firecracker

Already a top Hog Rider deck, the Rune Giant significantly enhances the Hog EQ Firecracker strategy.

Card NameElixir CostEvo Skeletons1Evo Firecracker3Ice Spirit1The Log2Earthquake3Cannon3Rune Giant4Hog Rider4

Gameplay mirrors the standard Hog EQ Firecracker, but with the Rune Giant replacing the Valkyrie or Mighty Miner. The Rune Giant's Enchant dramatically boosts the Firecracker's damage output. The Earthquake provides substantial tower damage in the late game. Evo Skeletons offer effective defense. This deck utilizes the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

The Rune Giant adds a new strategic dimension to Clash Royale. Its unique buffing ability opens up exciting deck possibilities. These examples provide a starting point; experiment to find the perfect Rune Giant synergy for your playstyle.