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Rune Giant, the latest Epic Card to grace Clash Royale, becomes available at Jungle Arena (Arena 9). Players can snag it for free at the shop via the Rune Giant Launch offer, which remains active until January 17th, 2025. Beyond this date, you'll need to unlock it through chests or the in-game shop.
While unlocking the Rune Giant is straightforward, mastering its use in battle is another story. Understanding its role in your deck and optimizing its strengths are key to success. That's where our guide steps in, offering insights into the best Rune Giant decks to explore post-unlock.
Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview
The Rune Giant stands out as an Epic card in Clash Royale, designed to target enemy Towers and defensive buildings. At tournament standards, she boasts 2803 Hitpoints and a Medium movement speed, dealing 120 damage to buildings—surpassing an Ice Golem but falling short of a Giant's impact.
However, the Rune Giant's true strength lies not in her tanking capabilities but in her unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, she enchants the two nearest troops, boosting their damage with every third hit. This ability to amplify the power of your troops makes her a formidable force in strategic card combinations.
Costing only four elixirs to deploy, the Rune Giant is easy to cycle without exhausting your elixir reserves. Pair her with fast-firing units like the Dart Goblin to trigger the Enchant effect multiple times, or leverage it with slower attackers for maximum impact.
Here's a glimpse of a Hunter swiftly taking down a Lava Hound with the Rune Giant's buff:
Although the Rune Giant's Hitpoints don't make her a primary win condition like the Golem, she excels as a supportive troop, distracting enemies and absorbing tower hits during pushes.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
Below, we highlight some of the most effective decks in Clash Royale that leverage the Rune Giant as a pivotal component.
- Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
- Battle Ram 3M
- Hog EQ Firecracker
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
Traditionally, the Goblin Giant pairs well with Sparky for a robust beatdown strategy. However, with the Rune Giant in play, consider this variant featuring the Cannon Cart.
| 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 offers strong defensive capabilities, capable of countering a variety of attacks, from cycle to siege decks. The Rune Giant buffs the Cannon Cart and the Goblin Giant, including the Spear Goblins on its back, for increased damage output. The Elixir Collector is crucial for maintaining elixir flow, while the Lumberjack and Rage provide additional boosts to your Goblin Giant. Be wary, though, as this deck struggles against air-based strategies like Lava Hound decks.
This deck uses the Royal Chef Tower Troop.
Battle Ram 3M
Three Musketeers may not be at the forefront of the meta, but the Rune Giant has revived interest in this high-cost, high-DPS card.
| 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 mimics Pekka Bridge Spam, utilizing Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram to pressure the opponent early on. Use the Elixir Collector to gain an elixir advantage heading into the Double Elixir phase, reserving the Three Musketeers for optimal value. The Rune Giant and Hunter form a solid defensive duo, with the Enchant buff enhancing the Hunter's clearing power. Evo Zap aids in securing Battle Ram connections.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
Currently dominating the meta, the Hog EQ Firecracker deck receives a significant boost from the Rune Giant, pushing it to the top of Clash Royale leaderboards and towards Ultimate Champion status.
| 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 follows a similar strategy to its traditional counterpart, replacing Valkyrie or Mighty Miner with the Rune Giant. The synergy between Firecracker and Rune Giant is game-changing, amplifying Firecracker's damage output and enabling her to dismantle enemy pushes effectively. The Earthquake complements the Hog Rider, ensuring significant tower damage in late-game scenarios. Despite recent nerfs, Evo Skeletons remain vital for defense.
This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The introduction of the Rune Giant has enriched Clash Royale's strategic depth, encouraging players to explore innovative card combinations. The decks we've outlined should give you a solid foundation for understanding the Rune Giant's potential. Don't hesitate to personalize your deck, tailoring it to your unique playstyle for the best results.
