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The Rune Giant, a newly introduced 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.
While obtaining the Rune Giant is straightforward, mastering its use in battle requires understanding its capabilities and optimal deck integration. This guide explores effective Rune Giant deck strategies.
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 – exceeding an Ice Golem's damage but less than half that of a Giant.
Its defining feature isn't its tankiness, but its unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, the Rune Giant enhances two nearby troops, granting them bonus damage with every third hit. This buffing ability makes it exceptionally potent in specific card combinations.
Costing only four elixirs, the Rune Giant allows for easy cycling without excessive elixir depletion. Fast-attacking troops like the Dart Goblin maximize this effect, while slower-attacking units can also benefit with strategic deployment.
Observe this example: a Hunter, empowered by the Rune Giant's Enchant, swiftly eliminates a Lava Hound before it reaches the Tower.
However, unlike the Golem, the Rune Giant lacks the Hitpoints to serve as a standalone win condition. It excels as a support troop, distracting enemies and absorbing tower hits while supporting offensive pushes.
Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale
Here are top-performing Clash Royale decks featuring the Rune Giant:
- Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
- Battle Ram 3M
- Hog EQ Firecracker
Detailed deck breakdowns follow.
Goblin Giant Cannon Cart
While Goblin Giant decks often incorporate Sparky, this variant uses the Cannon Cart alongside the Rune Giant.
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This beatdown deck offers robust defense against various strategies. The Rune Giant synergizes effectively with the Cannon Cart and Goblin Giant (including its Spear Goblins), dealing significant damage to troops and towers. The Elixir Collector contributes to elixir advantage, further enhanced by the Lumberjack and Rage spell. However, its limited air defense (Evo Bats) makes it vulnerable to Lava Hound decks. This deck utilizes the Royal Chef Tower Troop.
Battle Ram 3M
This deck reimagines the Three Musketeers, functioning similarly to a Pekka Bridge Spam strategy.
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Early-game pressure is maintained via the Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram, building an elixir advantage by the Double Elixir phase. The Three Musketeers are strategically deployed. Defense relies on the Rune Giant and Hunter combo, with the Evo Zap supporting Battle Ram pushes. This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
Hog EQ Firecracker
This is a top-tier Hog Rider deck, significantly enhanced by the Rune Giant.
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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 late-game tower damage. Evo Skeletons offer effective defense. This deck utilizes the Tower Princess Tower Troop.
The Rune Giant introduces strategic depth to Clash Royale. Its unique buffing mechanism encourages experimentation. These deck examples provide a foundation; adapt and refine them to suit your playing style.
