Clash Royale: Best Rune Giant Decks

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The Rune Giant is the latest Epic Card to make its debut in Clash Royale's arena. You can unlock it at the Jungle Arena (Arena 9), but there's a special offer at the shop where you can claim one for free as part of the Rune Giant Launch. This offer is available until January 17th, 2025. After that, you'll have to rely on chests or the in-game shop to get your hands on it.

Unlocking the Rune Giant is straightforward, but mastering its use to dominate matches is another story. That's where our guide comes in handy! We'll explore some top-tier Rune Giant decks to help you leverage this powerful new card in Clash Royale.

Clash Royale Rune Giant Overview

The Rune Giant is an Epic card in Clash Royale that zeroes in on enemy Towers and defensive buildings. At tournament standards, this troop boasts 2803 Hitpoints and a Medium movement speed. It packs a punch with 120 damage to buildings, which is significantly more than an Ice Golem but only half of a Giant's damage.

What makes the Rune Giant truly stand out is its unique Enchant effect. Once deployed, the Rune Giant enchants two nearby troops, boosting their damage on every third hit. This ability to amplify the power of your troops can turn the tide of battle with the right card combinations.

Moreover, the Rune Giant only costs four elixirs to play, allowing for easy cycling without draining your elixir reserves. Pair it with fast-firing units like the Dart Goblin for multiple Enchant triggers, or use it strategically with slower attackers to maximize the Enchant effect.

Here's a clip of a Hunter taking down a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower, thanks to the Rune Giant's buff:

However, the Rune Giant's Hitpoints aren't enough to make it a primary win condition like the Golem. It's best utilized as a support troop that can distract enemy units and absorb a few tower hits while you build a strong push.

Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale

Here are some of the most effective decks in Clash Royale that feature the Rune Giant as a crucial component.

• Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
• Battle Ram 3M
• Hog EQ Firecracker

Let's delve deeper into these decks.

Goblin Giant Cannon Cart

When you think of the Goblin Giant, Sparky often comes to mind. While the Goblin Giant Sparky remains a formidable beatdown deck, the Goblin Giant Cannon Cart variant with the Rune Giant offers a fresh approach.

This deck excels in both offense and defense, capable of countering various strategies from cycle decks to siege setups. The Rune Giant enhances both the Cannon Cart and the Goblin Giant, with the Spear Goblins on the Goblin Giant also benefiting from the bonus damage. The Cannon Cart's durability makes it a formidable threat to enemy troops and towers when it connects.

The deck includes an Elixir Collector to maintain a steady elixir supply. With the Lumberjack and Rage, you have additional ways to boost your Goblin Giant. However, the lack of air defense beyond Evo Bats makes it challenging against Lava Hound decks.

This deck uses the Royal Chef Tower Troop.

Battle Ram 3M

The Three Musketeers have not been in the meta spotlight for a while, primarily due to their high cost and vulnerability to Fireball. However, the Rune Giant has breathed new life into this deck.

This deck functions similarly to a Pekka Bridge Spam, utilizing Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram to apply early pressure. Use the Elixir Collector to build an elixir lead, and hold off on deploying the Three Musketeers until the Double Elixir phase unless you see a clear advantage.

For defense, pair the Rune Giant with the Hunter. The Rune Giant will distract and tank enemy troops, allowing the Hunter to clear them out with the Enchant buff. The Evo Zap is your go-to spell for ensuring a strong Battle Ram connection on the enemy tower.

This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

Hog EQ Firecracker

The Hog EQ Firecracker is currently the top-performing Hog Rider deck in the meta. The inclusion of the Rune Giant has significantly boosted its effectiveness on the Clash Royale leaderboard, making it a solid choice for reaching Ultimate Champion.

This deck operates similarly to its standard counterpart, but instead of using Valkyrie or Mighty Miner, it leverages the Rune Giant. The Enchant buff elevates the Firecracker's performance to devastating levels, enabling it to deal massive damage with every third hit.

The Earthquake serves as your primary spell, allowing for significant tower damage in the late game if your Hog Rider struggles against defenses. Despite recent nerfs, Evo Skeletons remain an excellent choice for your defensive needs.

This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

The introduction of the Rune Giant has added a new strategic dimension to Clash Royale. Its ability to buff other troops encourages players to experiment with unique card combinations. The decks outlined here should give you a solid understanding of how the Rune Giant operates. Remember to personalize your deck to find the perfect synergy that suits your playstyle.