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· Goblin Giant at rank 22 is practically non-existent in the current meta.
· Electro Giant at rank 21 is struggling due to meta shifts, with more counters available and a high Elixir cost being a major drawback.
· Elixir Golem at rank 20 is easy to play but highly vulnerable to the current meta's splash damage cards, leading to easily stopped pushes and giving opponents an Elixir advantage.
· Goblin Barrel at rank 19 is facing increased difficulty with the rise of various small spell cards. While Evolved Goblin Barrel can offer some surprise, other card nerfs have diminished its former power.

· Skeleton Barrel at rank 18 has received significant nerfs recently, and its usage is expected to decline along with the weakening of Hyper-Bait decks. However, it can still be a threat in certain decks.
· Three Musketeers at rank 17 are gradually losing influence in the current meta, showing low usage and average win rates. They can still be powerful in lower trophy ranges.
· Spawner at rank 16 has almost disappeared from the meta after recent nerfs. The Spawner Goblin now spawns far enough from the tower to allow ample time for a response.
· Golem at rank 15 is expected to see a slight increase in usage due to the weakening of Hyper-Bait decks. It remains a solid beatdown win condition with good synergy with various support cards. Currently has a 4% usage rate and a 49% win rate.

· Mortar at rank 14 is an underrated win condition that performs well in almost any meta. It's consistently used in top-tier play, and with practice, it allows for consistent and stable deck management.
· Wall Breakers at rank 13 offer high value for 2 Elixir and are difficult to counter when split. Despite recent nerfs, they remain strong and perform well in control and bait decks. Usage has dropped to 5% but they are still a threat.
· Giant at rank 12 is in a decent spot in the current meta. The Evolved Giant version is particularly strong, though pushes can be somewhat challenging due to the meta's defensive nature. However, synergy with Evolved Mega Minion is good. Currently has a 6% usage rate and a 50% win rate.

· Hog Rider at rank 11 is a consistently performing card regardless of the meta. Its speed and strong attack can deal unexpected damage. With the recent Firecracker buff, Hog Cycle decks are gaining traction, and Hog Exonado decks have also returned to the meta. Current usage is 8% and is expected to rise as the season progresses.
· Ram Rider at rank 10 has successfully returned to the meta after recent buffs. It's utilized in various decks like Classic Bridge Spam and PEKKA Bridge Spam, with the Mega Knight Ram Rider deck showing particularly strong performance. It's a good counter to Evolved Balloon and currently has a 5% usage rate and a 52% win rate.

· Lava Hound at rank 9 is showing strong performance this season, alongside Evolved Balloon and Evolved Minion Horde. Its usage rate is very high at 8%, with various variations like LavaLoon and Lava Spirit Empress dominating the meta. It has an advantage against defensive decks and is recommended for its ease of learning.
· Royal Giant at rank 8 is in a balanced position after the nerf to Evolved Royal Ghost. It can pressure any deck, whether cycle, beatdown, or control, and the Royal Giant and Fisherman combo remains potent. Many decks are now using Evolved Log Spirit instead of Evolved Royal Ghost. Currently has a 5% usage rate and a 51% win rate.

· Miner at rank 7 stands out with a usage rate exceeding 10%, differentiating it from other win condition cards. It's versatile for chip damage, tanking, sniping support units, and defense, fitting well into any deck. It remains the most versatile card, consistently relevant regardless of the meta.
· Battle Ram at rank 6, once one of the worst win conditions, has become very powerful due to its synergy with Giant Skeleton, Dark Prince, and Evolved Log Spirit. The Giant Skeleton Battle Ram deck, in particular, is considered one of the strongest decks currently. It has a 6% usage rate and a 52% win rate.
· Balloon at rank 5 has seen a significant increase in usability with the introduction of its Evolved version. It's used in various decks like Balloon Cycle, Long Balloon, and Balloon Freeze. Its aerial nature makes it difficult for opponents to defend. It currently has an 11% usage rate and can be devastating without strong aerial counters.

· Goblin Drill at rank 4 offers great value in both its Evolved and base forms, providing consistent chip damage when paired with Snowball. It currently has an 8% usage rate and a 51% win rate, performing strongly against metas with many Balloons. Continuous Goblin Drill usage is hard to defend.
· Royal Hogs at rank 3 are in a very strong position currently. Evolved Royal Hogs, in particular, are extremely difficult to defend, and the combination with Lightning Spell creates a nearly unstoppable, deadly combo. Various Royal Hogs deck variations are emerging, and it's still considered an underrated win condition.

· X-Bow at rank 2 is one of the strongest win conditions in a meta with many air units. It has an advantage against decks like Lava Hound or Balloon, and conversely, X-Bow decks can effectively counter enemy air units. The current archetype is so powerful that X-Bow is expected to take the #1 spot soon.
· Graveyard at rank 1 currently has its entire control archetype performing exceptionally well and frustratingly. There are no proper counters, making it extremely difficult to play against. All players need to learn how to counter Graveyard control decks.