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Clash Royale year-by-year strongest deck evolution: from 2016 to 2026This video takes a look at the most overpowered decks that have dominated Clash Royale each year since its release, playing them ourselves and observing their evolution. Starting with the Hog Elixir Golem deck from 2016, we vividly convey the characteristics and playstyles of legendary decks that have defined their eras.
1. 👑 2016: The Arrival of the Hog Elixir Golem Deck
· Introducing the Hog Elixir Golem deck, which was called an 'overpowered deck' upon its release in 2016.
· At the time, Elixir Golem cost 5 elixir and was characterized by the slow effect of the Freeze spell and the fast attack speed of the Hog Rider.
· Recalling the explosive popularity in the early days of the game's release, we show the card composition and playstyle from that era.
· At the time, Elixir Golem cost 5 elixir and was characterized by the slow effect of the Freeze spell and the fast attack speed of the Hog Rider.
· Recalling the explosive popularity in the early days of the game's release, we show the card composition and playstyle from that era.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Elixir Golem | 5 Elixir (at the time) Powerful slow effect |
| Hog Rider | Fast attack speed |
00:00 - 01:26
1. 👑 2016: The Arrival of the Hog Elixir Golem Deck
· Introducing the Hog Elixir Golem deck, which was called an 'overpowered deck' upon its release in 2016.
· At the time, Elixir Golem cost 5 elixir and was characterized by the slow effect of the Freeze spell and the fast attack speed of the Hog Rider.
· Recalling the explosive popularity in the early days of the game's release, we show the card composition and playstyle from that era.
· At the time, Elixir Golem cost 5 elixir and was characterized by the slow effect of the Freeze spell and the fast attack speed of the Hog Rider.
· Recalling the explosive popularity in the early days of the game's release, we show the card composition and playstyle from that era.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Elixir Golem | 5 Elixir (at the time) Powerful slow effect |
| Hog Rider | Fast attack speed |
01:51 - 02:27
2. 🎯 2017: The Invincible Presence, the Musketeer Deck
· In 2017, the Musketeer reigned as the strongest card.
· At the time, the Musketeer boasted much higher damage and a faster summon speed than it does now.
· We demonstrate the gameplay of the Musketeer deck, which was considered unbeatable, against a Cycle X-Bow deck.
· At the time, the Musketeer boasted much higher damage and a faster summon speed than it does now.
· We demonstrate the gameplay of the Musketeer deck, which was considered unbeatable, against a Cycle X-Bow deck.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Musketeer | High damage and fast summon speed Core of the unbeatable deck |
02:55 - 03:58
3. ⛏️ 2018: The Epitome of Consistency, the Miner Deck
· The 'overpowered deck' of 2018 was the Miner deck, which has been consistently popular since its release.
· At the time, the Bandit made its first appearance and was a key unit in the Miner deck.
· We showcase the power of the Miner deck through precise plays and predicting opponent's skills.
· At the time, the Bandit made its first appearance and was a key unit in the Miner deck.
· We showcase the power of the Miner deck through precise plays and predicting opponent's skills.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Miner Deck | Consistently used powerful deck Utilizes the Bandit card |
03:59 - 04:48
4. ⚡ 2019: Overwhelming Power, the E-Giant Sparky Deck
· In 2019, the E-Giant Sparky deck achieved an overwhelming win rate, becoming the 'overpowered deck'.
· At the time, Sparky showed much stronger performance than it does now and played a central role in the deck.
· Based on the Spell Valley deck composition, we demonstrate the build-up and attacks using Sparky and E-Giant.
· At the time, Sparky showed much stronger performance than it does now and played a central role in the deck.
· Based on the Spell Valley deck composition, we demonstrate the build-up and attacks using Sparky and E-Giant.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| E-Giant Sparky Deck | High win rate achieved Utilizes a powerful Sparky |
04:49 - 05:59
5. 💀 2020: The Notorious Combination, the Golem Graveyard Deck
· In 2020, the Golem Graveyard deck, familiar to Korean players, emerged as an 'overpowered deck'.
· At the time, Golem was much tankier and had a longer lifespan, boasting powerful performance.
· We demonstrate the Golem's strength with perfect defense against Balloon, despite its abilities.
· At the time, Golem was much tankier and had a longer lifespan, boasting powerful performance.
· We demonstrate the Golem's strength with perfect defense against Balloon, despite its abilities.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Golem Graveyard Deck | Power of the 7-elixir Golem Excellent defensive capabilities |
06:11 - 07:40
6. 👑 2021: The Dawn of a New Era, the Merry King Deck
· In 2021, 'Champions', a higher tier of Legendary cards, were first released.
· Merry King, one of the first Champions, was considered the strongest deck at the time due to its powerful ability.
· We showcase the might of the Merry King deck through defense using Chef Tower and Queen, and offense using Phoenix and Ram.
· Merry King, one of the first Champions, was considered the strongest deck at the time due to its powerful ability.
· We showcase the might of the Merry King deck through defense using Chef Tower and Queen, and offense using Phoenix and Ram.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Merry King Deck | Utilizes the first Champion card Powerful ability damage |
07:41 - 08:44
7. 🐒 2022: A Feast of OP Cards, the Monk-Lure Deck
· In 2022, two overpowered cards, Monk and Lure, appeared simultaneously.
· Monk, costing 4 elixir at the time, changed the game with its incredible tanking ability and ability.
· The deck combining Monk and Lure reigned as the strongest at the time, shaking the foundations of the game.
· Monk, costing 4 elixir at the time, changed the game with its incredible tanking ability and ability.
· The deck combining Monk and Lure reigned as the strongest at the time, shaking the foundations of the game.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Monk-Lure Deck | Overwhelming performance of the 4-elixir Monk Synergy with Lure |
08:45 - 09:42
8. 🛡️ 2023: The Advent of Evolved Cards, the Cycle Royal Recruits Deck
· In 2023, the 'Evolved Card' system was introduced, bringing significant changes to the game.
· The Cycle Royal Recruits deck, based on the power of Evolved Cards, provided insane dopamine and emerged as the strongest deck.
· Features Evolved Royal Recruits that survive Arrows and powerful spread damage.
· The Cycle Royal Recruits deck, based on the power of Evolved Cards, provided insane dopamine and emerged as the strongest deck.
· Features Evolved Royal Recruits that survive Arrows and powerful spread damage.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Cycle Royal Recruits Deck | Introduction of the Evolved Card system Powerful performance of Evolved Royal Recruits |
09:43 - 10:59
9. 👑 2024: The Pinnacle of Cosmic Defense, the Dagger Princess Deck
· In 2024, the Cosmic Defense deck centered around Dagger Princess reigned supreme.
· Dagger Princess was a powerful unit with higher DPS than the towers.
· While Big Decks were popular initially, Cosmic Defense decks, which avoided aggressive play, gradually became the meta among top players.
· Dagger Princess was a powerful unit with higher DPS than the towers.
· While Big Decks were popular initially, Cosmic Defense decks, which avoided aggressive play, gradually became the meta among top players.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Dagger Princess Deck | Dagger Princess with high DPS Cosmic Defense strategy |
11:14 - 12:12
10. ⚔️ 2025: The Terror of No-Skill, the Giant PEKKA Deck
· In 2025, the Giant PEKKA deck, known as the 'No-Skill' deck, emerged.
· This deck boasted powerful destructive capability with extremely simple gameplay.
· We show how it instantly destroys the King Tower using mindless defense and the Rage spell.
· This deck boasted powerful destructive capability with extremely simple gameplay.
· We show how it instantly destroys the King Tower using mindless defense and the Rage spell.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Giant PEKKA Deck | Simple gameplay Powerful offense |
12:13 - 13:23
11. 🚀 2026: The Ultimate Combination, the Splash Poison Deck
· In 2026, celebrating Clash Royale's 10th anniversary, the Splash Poison deck rose to the top.
· At this time, it was possible to use two Evolved Cards and two Heroes simultaneously.
· The Splash Poison deck was considered the strongest, surpassing powerful decks like Hyper Bait and Himachur Lo.
· At this time, it was possible to use two Evolved Cards and two Heroes simultaneously.
· The Splash Poison deck was considered the strongest, surpassing powerful decks like Hyper Bait and Himachur Lo.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Splash Poison Deck | Utilizes two Evolved Cards and Heroes Unbeatable meta deck |