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The Rune Giant, Clash Royale's latest Epic Card, has made its debut in the Jungle Arena (Arena 9). Players have a golden opportunity to snag one for free through the Rune Giant Launch offer in the shop, available until January 17th, 2025. Post that date, you'll need to rely on chests or the in-game shop to unlock this powerhouse.

Unlocking the Rune Giant is just the beginning; mastering its use in your deck is where the real challenge lies. Our guide dives into the card's mechanics and showcases top Rune Giant decks to help you dominate after unlocking this new addition to Clash Royale.

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. With 2803 Hitpoints and a Medium movement speed at tournament standards, it delivers 120 damage per hit—considerably more than an Ice Golem, yet about half of a Giant's punch.

However, what truly distinguishes the Rune Giant is its unique Enchant effect. Upon deployment, it enchants the two nearest troops, boosting their damage on every third attack. This ability to amplify your troops' firepower makes the Rune Giant a formidable asset in the right combinations.

Costing just four elixirs to deploy, the Rune Giant is easy to cycle without draining your elixir reserves. Pair it with fast-firing troops like the Dart Goblin to trigger the effect multiple times, or use it strategically with slower-attacking units to maximize its impact.

Here's a clip showing a Hunter efficiently taking down a Lava Hound, enhanced by the Rune Giant's buff:

While the Rune Giant isn't robust enough to be a sole win condition like the Golem, it excels as a supportive troop that can distract and absorb tower hits while your other units push forward.

Best Rune Giant Decks in Clash Royale

Explore these top decks in Clash Royale that leverage the Rune Giant's unique capabilities:

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

Goblin Giant Cannon Cart

Traditionally, the Goblin Giant is paired with Sparky, but with the Rune Giant, a new dynamic emerges with the Cannon Cart.

This beatdown deck boasts a robust defense capable of countering various attack types. The Rune Giant's buff targets the Cannon Cart and the Goblin Giant, including the Spear Goblins on its back, amplifying their damage potential. The Elixir Collector is key to maintaining elixir advantage, while Lumberjack and Rage further enhance your push. However, this deck struggles against Lava Hound decks due to its lack of dedicated air defense.

This deck uses the Royal Chef Tower Troop.

Battle Ram 3M

Three Musketeers have been out of the meta for a while, but the Rune Giant breathes new life into this high-DPS, yet vulnerable, card.

This deck mimics Pekka Bridge Spam tactics, using Bandit, Royal Ghost, and Evo Battle Ram to pressure early game. Elixir Collector helps build an elixir lead for the Double Elixir phase, where you'll deploy Three Musketeers for maximum impact. The Rune Giant and Hunter form a solid defensive combo, with the Rune Giant tanking and the Hunter benefiting from the Enchant buff. 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 has been significantly enhanced by the Rune Giant's inclusion.

This deck functions similarly to the standard Hog EQ Firecracker but swaps out Valkyrie or Mighty Miner for the Rune Giant. The Enchant buff amplifies the Firecracker's damage output, making it a formidable counter to enemy pushes. Earthquake serves as the primary spell, enabling massive late-game tower damage. Despite a recent nerf, Evo Skeletons remain crucial for defense.

This deck uses the Tower Princess Tower Troop.

The Rune Giant introduces a new strategic layer to Clash Royale, encouraging players to explore innovative card combinations. The decks highlighted here offer a solid foundation, but don't hesitate to tailor them to your preferred playstyle for optimal results.